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Title: joe rocket meteor or ballistic
Post by: Dorianfes on November 26, 2003, 09:52:51 PM
i was looking around for some winter jackets.  i have the joe rocket phoenix jacket and gloves.  both are great for the summer time, but i need gear for the colder weather.  i know the basllistic is a great jacket for the winter and that it's real warm.   i was wondering if the meteor jacket was just as warm without being as long?
Title: joe rocket meteor or ballistic
Post by: Gisser on November 27, 2003, 10:55:58 AM
Yup.  Meteor has the same storm flap and zip in thinsulate liner.  All-season protection though not exactly a "winter jacket."  I've heard that the Ballistic is better at hiding a paunch if that is an issue.

When are they going to design windproof blue jeans?
Title: joe rocket meteor or ballistic
Post by: Dragonfly on November 27, 2003, 11:39:37 AM
I have the Ballistic, and couldent possibly be more impressed.
It is 100% waterproof, and keeps me warm down to around 50deg. Below that and I wear a fleece under my jacket.
I have been absolutly soaked from driving rain, and truck spray, and everything under my jacket is bone bry.

My Fiance has the metor, and it is a great jacket, but it isnt as waterproof, and the zip in liner is only a vest were as the Ballistic is full sleeve.

I am glad I spent a little more for the Ballistic, well worth the money.
Title: joe rocket meteor or ballistic
Post by: Gisser on November 27, 2003, 09:53:55 PM
You must be comparing two different generations of Joe Rocket.  Meteor 3.0 has the same waterproof barrier as the Ballistic 3.0 and a full sleeve liner.  Yes, good jackets for the money.
Title: joe rocket meteor or ballistic
Post by: alerbaugh on November 28, 2003, 12:18:17 PM
I have the Ballistic!  Very nice :thumb: .  110% waterproof and I love the looks!  I wear a no sleeve vest with mine at around 20+ degrees.  I'm always warm except my hands, which are covered only by a paper thin leather glove.  Go with the Ballistic, you won't regret it!
Title: joe rocket meteor or ballistic
Post by: bbanjo on November 28, 2003, 03:13:33 PM
Quote from: Gisser

When are they going to design windproof blue jeans?

http://www.newenough.com/icon_barrier_pants_page.htm
Title: joe rocket meteor or ballistic
Post by: Gisser on November 28, 2003, 04:44:22 PM
Quotehttp://www.newenough.com/icon_barrier_pants_page.htm

Fantastic!  Just what I've been waiting for and they even have my size.  Thanks.
 
I find Cordura pants to be not very practical and it scratches the paint.  I'll be sure to review the denim Barrier Pants at a later date.
Title: joe rocket meteor or ballistic
Post by: Dragonfly on November 29, 2003, 11:27:40 AM
I could be wrong about the dirrerences between the Ballistic, and meteor.
But either way, my jacket is the 4.0 not 3.0