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07-25-2010, 09:00 AM
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Thought I'd introduce myself.
I am new to this. When I began exploring my Scotich ancestry, I felt like Alex Halley discovering Kunta Kinte in "Roots". It is very exciting.
I have 2 kilts on order that I am eagerly awaiting:
a 5-yard and an 8-yard in 16 oz in my family tartan.
Once they arrive and I learn a bit more about wear and comfort, I will order a kilt in my Clan tartan. Since none of the mills have it in a medium (13 oz) weight, I'll have to decide on 5- or 8-yards in 16 oz. I understand this is a common dilema. Any advice on kilt comfort in the midwest would be MUCH appreciated.
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07-25-2010, 09:13 AM
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Welcome, from Inverness-shire.
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07-25-2010, 09:34 AM
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Welcome indeed
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07-25-2010, 09:36 AM
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Hello and welcome from Savannah, GA.
We're no stranger to extreme heat and humidity down here, and I'm still a big believer in the heavier cloth. IMHO you'll be glad you have the 16 oz. as it holds up better, holds its pleats better and moves far better than lighter cloth.
I've seen some beautiful 5 yd. kilts and many folks down this way swear by them, but I prefer an 8 yd knife pleat kilt and have worn same throughout the summer without wilting although it can get a bit toasty around the middle if I wear a belt. On the very hottest days, you might sweat a bit in either garment, but on the very coldest, my bet is you'd be happier with the 8 yarder. Either way, happy kilt-hunting...in the end, it's really a matter of personal tolerances and taste.
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07-25-2010, 10:26 AM
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Hello Mark,
Welcome to XMarks from the other side of the Atlantic in Norfolk, England.
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07-25-2010, 11:44 AM
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Welcome from the Lowcountry....Charleston, SC.
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07-25-2010, 02:18 PM
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Welcome from Dayton, OH.
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07-25-2010, 02:26 PM
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Hi, Mark, and welcome to XMTS from the bottom end of Africa.
Regards,
Mike
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07-25-2010, 02:44 PM
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07-26-2010, 01:52 AM
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It’s good to have you here. 
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