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tailoring an eVent jacket

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Adam Berg BPL Member
PostedApr 11, 2013 at 12:50 pm

Folks,

Anyone have advice on how to have my ID eVent Thruhiker jacket tailored a little? I bought an XL both so that I could fit layers underneath and, frankly, because there were almost none left on the shelves when I started looking. The sleeves are too long, to the point where it interferes with function (as well as style…)

I'm not handy enough to shorten the sleeves myself. Any MYOG people have experience and a demonstrated track record doing that kind of work, or know someone who does? I shouldn't bring lightweight stuff to a conventional tailor, right?

Bonus for me: shortening the sleeves will cut down a little on the 12.5 oz weight. (I have Frogg Toggs for when a less durable jacket will do.)

Thanks,
Adam

PostedApr 11, 2013 at 9:16 pm

Check with a local seamstress/alterations place. I'm pretty short and need some of my technical clothing altered. My seamstress doesn't bat an eye at any fancy tech fabric, whether it be 20D nylon or 150g/m2 wool. As long as you don't need seam tape at the wrist, I imagine any competent seamstress can do the job. Although, make sure he/she is comfortable with the job and make she they know how much your garment costs.

A word of advice. Make sure you don't go too short on the arms. The first jacket I had altered was my 2010 Houdini. I had it measured with my arms at my sides. Now I wish I had factored in an extra inch or so, for some reach. No biggie, though, I'm still using it.

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