NEBULUS

Hi there was hoping you could help me i have found a good deal on ( NEBULUS SKI pants and jacket ) And was hoping someone out there has any comments on this ski ware they say both 10,000 mm breathable as well as 10,000 water proof , if you have these or know someone who has them how do they compare cheers

Did a quick google search and my gut feeling is 'dodgy'. Can't quite put my finger on it, (it might be the repetitive use of terms like 'high-end', or the models in 1980's-style catalogue poses but it has the look of one of the (albeit better) snide Chinese marques. The list of 'high-end' features like snow-skirts, goggle-pockets and taped seams are pretty unremarkable. You'll find them on most mid-market jackets. I could be way off the mark but as my granny used to say, 'If in doubt, keep your hand on your ha'penny' :-) . I'd be more inclined to check out TK Maxx, or even some of the Nevica gear at Sports Direct if you're not to precious about the odd remark from the fashion victims.

http://www.skiwear4less.com/acatalog/Mens.html

These guys used to have some good deals but I believe they have been taken over by Sports Direct, so they may end up selling the same gear.

Cheers GazC to be honest i did sort of think the same could only find on Amazon and one german site but were very dear and in german which is no good to me lol

The base layers would probably be ok and seem good value but when you see a jacket reduced from £899 to £129 you hear alarm bells ringing.
Very limited colours available, black or white mainly.
Cant comment on the quality as I've never come across their gear but the photos on amazon do give you a feeling it's aimed at the sort of people who shop in mr Ashley's establishments.

Get a decent pair of ski pants and gloves, there are plenty of sales later in season in larger resorts and better still, nearby towns. If you want to save money, any old jacket or anorak will do for skiing in the Alps, just take an extra layer on a cold day. A lift pass pocket in your sleeve is useful. Beyond that, it is only about looking cool IMO. You don't even need proper ski pants and gloves if you are confident you are not going to fall in deep snow and get your clothes wet, I have certainly been touring in jeans and cloth gloves without problems. I guess for serious touring far from pistes, proper equipment is more of an issue. On piste, or in the bar, it is all about looking the part...

I was also looking at NEBULUS for a short while but as Gaz mentioned, was turned off by all the posing and try hard attempt to convince people to buy their products. Glad I didn't fall for it all. I found the best way to get good gear and cheap was to scour the internet for a few days looking for stuff on sale through online outlets. I found this brilliant dare2b jacket reduced by 60% and couldn't be happier with the purchase. My pants and goggles were also on sale and totally protected me on my first ski trip a few weeks ago (lots of falling over!!). Its worth putting in the time do to research and find stuff on sale.

Good advice, and that's exactly what I do. Always buy good gear at discounted prices.