Dec 31, 2021, 9:43 am
Last edit by: tcook052
This new annual thread has been carved out of the previous thread in an effort to reduce the number of megathreads on the AC forum. For those interested previous versions are the original 2004 - 2014 thread , 2015 edition, 2016 edition , 2017 edition, 2018 edition, 2019 edition, 2020 edition and 2021 edition.
The original thread started by accident but quickly became a popular place to come and discuss off topic things such as hockey, new movies, or almost anything that wouldn't fit into existing AC forum threads. Air Canada or Aeroplan topics such as flight feedback, in-flight services issues, status or mileage earning/redemption are all topics that should go into existing AC forum threads so others can benefit from this information. Topics about hotels or airlines and/or their loyalty programs, destinations, in-flight travel tech. or anything best discussed elsewhere on FT may be relocated to that forum as this thread isn't meant to import travel topics to this forum that are better discussed on other forums. FT is an amazingly diverse and large community so members are encouraged to seek out all of its resources.
While the conversation is more relaxed as it would be in a lounge that doesn't mean however that the FT rules don't apply here as they definitely do so please refrain from controversial topics such as politics or religion, avoid profanities and treat other lounge patrons with the same respect you expect.
Adam Smith & tcook052
AC Forum Co-Moderators
The original thread started by accident but quickly became a popular place to come and discuss off topic things such as hockey, new movies, or almost anything that wouldn't fit into existing AC forum threads. Air Canada or Aeroplan topics such as flight feedback, in-flight services issues, status or mileage earning/redemption are all topics that should go into existing AC forum threads so others can benefit from this information. Topics about hotels or airlines and/or their loyalty programs, destinations, in-flight travel tech. or anything best discussed elsewhere on FT may be relocated to that forum as this thread isn't meant to import travel topics to this forum that are better discussed on other forums. FT is an amazingly diverse and large community so members are encouraged to seek out all of its resources.
While the conversation is more relaxed as it would be in a lounge that doesn't mean however that the FT rules don't apply here as they definitely do so please refrain from controversial topics such as politics or religion, avoid profanities and treat other lounge patrons with the same respect you expect.
Adam Smith & tcook052
AC Forum Co-Moderators
The Forum Lounge Thread (2022)
Oct 19, 2022, 2:57 pm
#886
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: YVR
Programs: AC 25K
Posts: 138
Those of you who've met me may have noticed my affinity for not very stylish, but tremendously practical cargo pants that can convert in to shorts.
I've had a few pairs from MEC that I bought over a decade ago that have been amazingly durable, but they're finally starting to fall apart. I recently ordered some from Columbia that seemed to fit the bill, feature-wise, but after wearing them only about 10 times, the stitching one one of the cargo pockets has been coming apart, rendering that pocket completely useless.
Anyone here have any suggestions for similar garments that are of better quality? (And that come in sizes big enough for someone who's both tall and large)
I've had a few pairs from MEC that I bought over a decade ago that have been amazingly durable, but they're finally starting to fall apart. I recently ordered some from Columbia that seemed to fit the bill, feature-wise, but after wearing them only about 10 times, the stitching one one of the cargo pockets has been coming apart, rendering that pocket completely useless.
Anyone here have any suggestions for similar garments that are of better quality? (And that come in sizes big enough for someone who's both tall and large)
They're a bit more expensive, but very durable. MEC carries a limited selection, but Valhalla Pure often has sales at 20-25% off.
Oct 19, 2022, 3:43 pm
#887
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: YVR - MILLS Waypoint (It's the third house on the left)
Programs: AC*SE100K, wood level status in various other programs
Posts: 6,231
I'm a big fan of Prana as well. You just have to watch for the sales.
Oct 19, 2022, 9:55 pm
#888
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: YOW
Programs: AC SE, FOTSG Platinum
Posts: 5,727
I have not found Prana nearly as durable as I'd hoped, but they're insanely comfortable shorts.
Oct 20, 2022, 2:09 pm
#889
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Toronto
Programs: AC*SE100K 1MM, Little Lebowski Urban Achiever
Posts: 735
Those of you who've met me may have noticed my affinity for not very stylish, but tremendously practical cargo pants that can convert in to shorts.
I've had a few pairs from MEC that I bought over a decade ago that have been amazingly durable, but they're finally starting to fall apart. I recently ordered some from Columbia that seemed to fit the bill, feature-wise, but after wearing them only about 10 times, the stitching one one of the cargo pockets has been coming apart, rendering that pocket completely useless.
Anyone here have any suggestions for similar garments that are of better quality? (And that come in sizes big enough for someone who's both tall and large)
I've had a few pairs from MEC that I bought over a decade ago that have been amazingly durable, but they're finally starting to fall apart. I recently ordered some from Columbia that seemed to fit the bill, feature-wise, but after wearing them only about 10 times, the stitching one one of the cargo pockets has been coming apart, rendering that pocket completely useless.
Anyone here have any suggestions for similar garments that are of better quality? (And that come in sizes big enough for someone who's both tall and large)
https://www.patagonia.ca/product/men...lar/55181.html
https://www.thenorthface.com/en-ca/m...5J4H?color=JK3
finally there is an Italian company E9 that mostly makes climbing clothing, but I use their pants for climbing and hiking, they're also a bit more styling than some of the usual players being Italian 😉:
https://www.e9planet.com/collections/mens/Trousers
Oct 21, 2022, 9:23 am
#890
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: YYZ
Programs: AC SE MM, Bonvoy Plat, Hilton G,Nexus, Amex MR Plat,IHG Plat
Posts: 4,425
I assume you mean Qatar. I would have held my nose and gone since I am an avid soccer fan and would have liked to see our Canadian team play a game along with a couple of others. But could not get tix when I could have planned better - now Canada Soccer if offering last min tix. The entire concept of a World Cup in Qatar plus having it in the middle of the season is a farce and everyone knows how Qatar won it.
Oct 31, 2022, 2:48 pm
#891
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: YVR
Programs: AC SE 2MM; UA MP Premier Silver; Marriott Bonvoy LT Titanium Elite; Radisson; Avis PC
Posts: 35,255
Hoping to get one more Grouse Grind trip in some weekend this year.
Oct 31, 2022, 5:35 pm
#892
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: YVR - MILLS Waypoint (It's the third house on the left)
Programs: AC*SE100K, wood level status in various other programs
Posts: 6,231
Nov 1, 2022, 2:07 pm
#893
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: YVR - MILLS Waypoint (It's the third house on the left)
Programs: AC*SE100K, wood level status in various other programs
Posts: 6,231
"No user Serviceable Parts":
For me, just an open invitation to grab a screwdriver.
For me, just an open invitation to grab a screwdriver.
Nov 1, 2022, 2:16 pm
#894
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: YYZ
Programs: AC SE MM, Bonvoy Plat, Hilton G,Nexus, Amex MR Plat,IHG Plat
Posts: 4,425
Still awaiting Lord Stanley. And given their recent form, might be still waiting a while...
Nov 1, 2022, 5:26 pm
#895
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: YVR
Programs: AC SE 2MM; UA MP Premier Silver; Marriott Bonvoy LT Titanium Elite; Radisson; Avis PC
Posts: 35,255
Nov 4, 2022, 12:09 pm
#896
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: YVR - MILLS Waypoint (It's the third house on the left)
Programs: AC*SE100K, wood level status in various other programs
Posts: 6,231
Friday Thoughts
Some days, I'm really glad I kept that old Olivetti typewriter.
There's something about old school typing that is very therapeutic. Kinda takes the edge off of the week.
There's something about old school typing that is very therapeutic. Kinda takes the edge off of the week.
Nov 4, 2022, 4:11 pm
#898
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: YVR - MILLS Waypoint (It's the third house on the left)
Programs: AC*SE100K, wood level status in various other programs
Posts: 6,231
Hey Bohemian1 - you good?
Nov 4, 2022, 4:23 pm
#899
Moderator, Air Canada; FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Feb 2015
Location: YYC
Programs: AC SE MM, FB Plat, WS Plat, BA Silver, DL GM, Marriott Plat, Hilton Gold, Accor Silver
Posts: 16,771
Nov 5, 2022, 8:49 pm
#900
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: YVR
Programs: AC SE 2MM; UA MP Premier Silver; Marriott Bonvoy LT Titanium Elite; Radisson; Avis PC
Posts: 35,255
Traffic on the 1 by 2nd narrows today was brutal.