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Indy Gear for the real world.

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Ok, I realize that I may get some flak on this, but the reality is that the pants and shirt are absolutely the worst thing you could take on a backpacking/hiking trip. Trust me on this, I took my Indy Shirt on a week long backpacking trip on the West Coast Trail, and Hiking around Arches Park, Redwood National Forest, and the Grand Canyon and while it looks cool, it never dries.

On the West Coast Trail I had to hike in a wet shirt every single day because the cotton wouldn't dry at night where as my friend who bought a proper hiking shirt was dry within about 20 minutes of taking off his pack.

Not only is this annoying and uncomfortable, but it's dangerous as hypothermia can set in quite quickly. I am booked on a Tall Ship sail at the end of September and once again I would like to wear an Indy shirt on this adventure, but I simply can't afford to be soaked to the bone for an entire week on the ocean.

So, after that long winded setup, I am looking to get pants and a shirt custom made with the correct materials. Here are some examples of what I am thinking.

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Both of these are made from 100% Nylon with a weight that I think would work fine. Has anyone made anything like this, or does anyone have a recommendation as to who would be the best person to approach with something like this?

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Well, back in the 30's and 40's, Indy didn't have much choice.....he couldn't go to his nearest REI outfitter or Cabelas and buy some bonafide hiking gear and apparel.


In my opinion, if you are going to do some serious hiking or adventuring, function is more important than looks.......I think anything with Nylon or Gore-tex would be good.
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I have thought the same about the practicality of the jacket as well. I find that I get more function from a good gortex jacket and a liner and it is easier to pack in a rucksack than a heavier leather coat. The weight makes a difference when you can only carry so much. While the leather will take more of a beating but I don't expect to be dragged behind a truck anytime soon. When I went to the amazon I took a nylon shirt like the one you picture but the pockets were a bit more indyish. I also went with cargo pants as Indy's pants are more dress pants and not nearly as functional.
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I do serious hiking :D

That is why I am looking for some Indy pants and a shirt in this material. I want the look of Indy without the horrible qualities of cotton. I'm looking for advice/info from anyone who has done this, or can do this.

I am sure Magnoli could do something like this, but I would like to shop around first to see what prices people could offer. Of course the trick is to get the most SA gear, only in this material...which seriously limits who can make them because without a SA pattern, it might be hard to get some Joe Blow to care enough.
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While I totally agree on the wool pants (a pain, if you're hiking. A pain!) I found the shirt rather useful during my travels. Maybe it depends on the manufacturer and the material? At least I found my shirts (AB) rather practical "in the field" (viewtopic.php?f=16&t=26799&start=0)

Concerning the pants, I now go with some (older) German Army trousers - not unlike the US BDU ones, but from a different material (moleskine) - they are really tough (of course, tjey were built for military service), not as scratchy as the wool pants ( ;) ) and have a good number of pockets to store things ...

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If weight and weather resistance of the outfit is an important factor I prefer to grab my "double jacket" - a water repellent (but still breathable) upper material and a warm inside jacket to "zip" into the upper one.

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On the other hand I - again - totally agree if it comes to your sailing trip. There are indeed better parts of clothing and equipment for instances like that than a leather jacket and wool pants. I'd go with some fleece jacket (very fast drying, good warming characteristics) or wool sweater (will not dry that easily, but still warms if wet - and not as scratchy, if worn above a shirt or so ;) ).
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Post by Chewbacca Jones »

I have never heard of anyone making that sort of stuff custom, but if such a thing exists you would probably find it listed in a hiker's magazine or the like.

As for somebody who cares enough to make something accurate - my argument is that if ANY custom clothier doesn't care enough to give a customer what he asks for, he shouldn't be dealt with. That said, to get what you want, you might have to temporarily surrender your Indy clothes for duplication. Also, you need to realize that there may be limits to how accurate you can get these items without reducing their effectiveness.
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Craghoppers' Bear Grylls Range has some really great stuff!

Here's a link to their adventure shirt (they even mention Indiana Jones in the description ;) ):

http://www.us.beargryllsstore.com/webap ... 3055_26752
"Metal" is the closest color to an Indy shirt.

I've had dealings with Craghoppers and their material is top-notch!! VERY functional and looks really cool! If you get the right color schemes, you can pull off a modern Indyish look.

Here's a link to their pants or trousers (depending on what part of the world you're in):

http://www.us.beargryllsstore.com/webap ... 3055_26752

These products are from the Bear Grylls Range. You may know him from "Man vs Wild." They're great for the outdoors! Believe me! :TOH:

For regular Craghoppers gear, just visit their normal website here: http://www.us.craghoppers.com/

Hope this helps! ;)
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Thanks for posting that web site.


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The prices seem quite reasonable for those clothes which surprised me. A while back I found the Bear Grylls knife sells for 360 pounds which sounded offly pricey to me (but maybe not for a good knife, I don't know). I just thought all his stuff was expensive.
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Yea, I love Craghoppers. Especially their Bear Grylls range. These are the exact same clothes you see him wear on "Man vs Wild", since Craghoppers sponsors him.

I was searching for a more "modern Indy look" too. I was in the same situation with the material used for Indy's clothing. I wanted shirts and pants that could dry quickly, keep me cool (and warm), and just something more practical....but I wanted to stick to the Indy look.

Craghoppers (especially Bear Grylls) made that a reality... in my opinion, anyway. :TOH:
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I purchased a couple of these for a fall trip to Petra. Have not yet received them, but they look great and are 100 percent nylon and offer UPF 30 sun protection. It's nice to have shirts you can wash in a Cairo sink them wear them the next morning. Just beware of washing white shirts in some areas, the iron in the water will turn them orange. "Trust me."

Here is a link via REI, but you might shop around as prices vary: Available in multiple colors, including a more Indy-like "fossil color." Matching shorts and pants also available.

http://www.rei.com/product/782409

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Filson makes some great stuff, very functional and durable materials with a rugged Indy look.

http://www.filson.com/family/index.jsp? ... VSearch=no

http://www.filson.com/family/index.jsp? ... VSearch=no

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Great suggestions guys!

Those are all really nice alternatives, but for some reason nothing beats the Indy style. I may pick up one of these shirts linked above for my sail, but I really think I have my mind set on a SA version of the Indy gear in the correct materials.

I'm I strange for wanting this? :D
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No, you're not strange. It will definately be a unique shirt. :TOH:
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crazylegsmurphy wrote:Great suggestions guys!

Those are all really nice alternatives, but for some reason nothing beats the Indy style. I may pick up one of these shirts linked above for my sail, but I really think I have my mind set on a SA version of the Indy gear in the correct materials.

I'm I strange for wanting this? :D
If you made it, I'd buy one. :TOH:
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