I'm off to Disney land Paris next week for a few days and fancy treating myself to a new light weight warm jacket, I have a couple of Barbour (don't we all ?) which I could use but they are a size M which fit but when zipped up they are a little too fitted for my liking and a Savage Gear which has been really good but I just fancy a new one :)
I use this type of coat a lot for dog walking, casual, car coat etc.
Any recommendations ?
PHD. Lightweight + excellent quality.
Mountain equipment is worth a look
If you have a big budget - PHD, if not - Alpkit.
When you look long into an abyss, the abyss looks long into you.........
PHD / Mountain Equipment / RAB / Musto / Helly Hansen and also hear good things about Peak Performance.
www.tog24.com have a fair number of well priced items up just now.
Living in damp Scotland I'm a fan of synthetic insulation...and coming from the north east of England I'm a fan of Montane...some decent deals at their factory outlet site ...https://mountain-kit.co.uk/men-c18/insulation-c25
I bought my wife a Canada Goose one, it's a very nice thing but eye wateringly expensive
Saying that she bought it, I just paid for it
I’ve over 20 jackets and forever chopping and changing
For warmth I don’t think you can beat Canada goose, for style moncler, rab, ten c or stone island for me but all pricy
Here’s some of mine
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Stone Island? He's going to Disneyland, not a football match.
Thanks, just so many too choose from, I will nip in JL and try some of there's on, perhaps safest bet.
My sincere commiserations.Originally Posted by TheTigerUK
I bought a Patagonia one a few years ago. Main use was standing on top of a hill in winter waiting for the chance to fly a glider. It is warm but not water proof. Quality is good although the external material is a little thin. That said it does come with a solid warrant and repair service. I’ve always liked Patagonia as a company. I have a 30 year old fleece that was used for farm work that still looks ok.
I'm taking one of my grand daughters with me so I am quite looking forward to it, she's a good girl so we will have some quality time together and hopefully some good memories whatever Disney is like :)
I quite like this coat Berghaus Mens Tephra Stretch 2.0 Reflect Hydrodown Winter Jacket.
If you can deal with the rigmarole of registering with sportspursuit they have some great deals on Rab, Marmot and other respectable brands at the minute (use a dummy email if you dont want to be bombarded)
Arc'teryx never disappoints IME
PHD are great but some have thin materials so not always ideal ime for day to day use. Heard good things about Jottnar too.
This is worth a look
https://youtu.be/od5c4gYkluc
Summary is that unless you're going to be actually climbing Everest, the Decathalon (budget) jacket is as good as the Rab (not so budget) jacket.
sounds lovely, enjoy!
Get down your local park and ask the lads what keeps them warm on these dark evenings while they drink cider - they are the real pros on these matters.
A good coat like a good lawyer should cover your butt.
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Wisdom there.
PMSL
When you look long into an abyss, the abyss looks long into you.........
I tried that but it turned out they were doggers !!! :)
Just teasing - sounds great to have quality time with the grandkid.
(Cider.)
When I worked in the outdoor market Pete Hutch garments were always high end and as you say superlight and a tad expensive.
https://www.marmot.eu/men/jackets/?p...s&view=product
I have a Marmot Highlander which has lasted years with annual washing. I personally wouldn’t go for a “fashion” brand and stick with the more technical brands as they offer better value for money.
Friend who used to run an outdoor and camping shop said Rab when I asked him.
I’m a big PHD fan but maybe overkill for “normal” use?
Another plus for Jottnar if you want to be a bit less mainstream
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Loads of OTT suggestions TBH, he's going to a theme park not the arctic.Stone Island? He's going to Disneyland, not a football match.
Rab and Snugpak are my two go-to brands for cold weather gear and not crazy money
Depends on your budget but Patagonia currently have a sale still on with a few light weight jackets on there.
PMSL
When you look long into an abyss, the abyss looks long into you.........
Worn Rab for 15 year and don’t think I’ll ever wear anything else.
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What about actually buying a Puffa jacket?
I've still got mine (though TBF, SWMBO wears it these days).
Can’t recommend Patagonia highly enough for a good combination of quality and price. The Nano Puff is their lightest offering and can be layered with other tops very easily. It also packs down into itself which is great for a holiday type setting.
The Micro Puff is the slightly heavier version which is well worth a look also.
To my knowledge, no puffer jacket is waterproof. They all might have some form of DWR (Durable Water Resistant) coating but that never really lasts long.
Instead what you should pay attention to is the type of insulation I.e. is it synthetic or not? Primaloft is synthetic and keeps you warm even when wet whereas natural duck down doesn’t keep you warm as soon as it gets wet.
Montane is also a great brand but i prefer the way the Patagonia jackets look.
In true TZ tradition…
Seriously if only to be used at Disney and you are not climbing the Alps Decathlon would do.
Rab Valiance is waterproof and still has 700 fill power down.
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A mid layer fleece or down-filled gilet, and a waterproof hardshell outer layer - flexible for whatever the weather throws at you.
Mr Porter sale is worth a look for mega discounts on top shelf gear - I bagged a Ł1,350 Aztech Mountain jacket for Ł270 a couple years ago.
Nailed it...
"Once is happenstance. Twice is coincidence. The third time it's enemy action."
"You gotta know when to hold em and know when to fold em".
As Rob says above, CG are very good weight to warmth. I have a Hybridge hoody and vest which are super lightweight and a Crofton hoody which is amazing.
Another look is Patagonia down sweater hoodies. I have two and they are toasty + free lifetime repairs. I pulled a hole in the sleeve of one of them and the service and repair was exceptional.
Pitch
This one ?
I stand corrected, its outer shell is Pertex shield.
Absolutely, you'll find most people in a disposable plastic poncho if the weather's a bit crap.
Eurodisney/Disney is never a cheap break. I'd save the money on a multimillion pound coat and spend it on Fast Passes so you get on as many rides as you can. Planned well you'll be hopping from one ride to the next and never be stood around long enough to need one of Sir Ranulph Fiennes jackets.
Get a good coat and get good footwear.
Everything else buy cheap.
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That would be my recommendation as well. However being TZ you enter the rabbit hole of what's the best waterproof shell for a Disneyland visit......
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For down, it is hard to look past Uniqlo
They have a good range of weights and styles at good prices, and they are commendably brand-free on the outside.
Personally, I have all but given up wearing a thicker, Nuptse-style down jacket, in favour of layering with thinner down inside whatever outer is suitable for conditions.
As a thinner down usually comes with a stuff sack smaller than a pint, it can be very easy to take off the down and pocket it, if it is not needed.
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