Any company that will guarantee their product for life, goes far in my books. The fact that there is no ‘race to the bottom’ with this company was a bonus. Made in Canada with no desire to outsource as their company reputation depends on Canadian made products. I carefully opened the seams of my poly filled parka & stuffed it with goose down I reclaimed from estate sale pillows. There have been a substantial number of “No way Joseé” comments about CG coats citing the fur trim as being a turn-off. I’d say don’t bother schlepping a $700 parka along with you for the trip.
4 oz.OR Super Alpine$399Casual/performance800-fill down8.8 oz.1 lb. 13 oz.Fjallraven Nuuk Parka$500CasualSynthetic8.8 oz.4 lbs.Arc’teryx Therme Parka$699Casual750-fill down & synthetic3.7 oz. 5 oz.Columbia Whirlibird IV$199Casual/performanceSyntheticUnavailableUnavailableCaterpillar Heavy Insulated$110Casual/workPolyesterUnavailable3 lbs. Checkout rei.com down-filled jackets, they give a loft rating and fill weight for each jacket.
As for styles, you could try to Trillium or the Rowan. The Rowan has a belt at the waist and offers a little more shape compared to the Trillium. Hey James, the best advice would be to refer to the measurements in the size chart as goose coat weight and height are slightly irrelevant when deciding your size. There will be a size chart on each product page so feel free to check that out and for any further questions, you can always contact our customer service team.
They use coyote fur for the trim around the hood. How they get that fur is cruel torture of these coyotes which are in pain days before they will be killed for a coat. I live in Ottawa and commute 45 minutes to work on 2 different buses. I am always freezing and need layers upon layers to stay warm. I went out to buy a winter coat with a $400 budget. But nothing fit my 5’1 stature quite right.
The boots were designed for the most extreme winter conditions, fitting nearly up to the average person’s knee, and insulated to keep you warm all the way down to -30°C, or a Thermal Experience Index of 5. Some jackets are capable of even more extreme conditions (the Canada Goose Langford Parkais given a -15°F rating by the manufacturer), while others are less insulated and designed for active use . Of course, layer well and don’t take any chances, but this article presents that warmest jackets that we cover on this site. For more lightweight and midweight jacket options, see our articles on the best down jackets and synthetic jackets. It’s worth noting that the Outdoor Research Super Alpine is the same price as the Patagonia Fitz Roy above but has considerably more down (both use 800-fill-power).
With the issues in comfort and weight, using this parka for a long list of activities isn’t practical. In most instances, those who use this parka will realize it is what many would consider a one trick pony. The features added are a nice addition but not enough to offer those who purchase this parka more in the way of performance opportunities.
The excellent, non-furred hood of the Marmot Fordham is also ideal. Weighing in at 4 pounds 9 ounces, the is the most substantial and bulkiest jacket in our winter jacket review. The reason for this weight is the immense amount of 625-fill-power duck down and the heavy-duty Arctic Tech outer shell material.
But if you run cold, need the extra insulation, or appreciate the styling, Canada Goose has a valuable corner of the market. The construction of the Canada Goose jacket seems more rugged and sturdy. Frankly, I don’t wear these jackets enough to really figure out the difference because when I go skiing, I layer up because that allows me to get exactly the right heat level for the temperature outside.
The next question is what size would I get if I were to order a mens parka. I like the forest green in the mens size.” Thanks for the questions Mel, I would suggest the small because if the chest is too tight you may find the fit uncomfortable and not very practical to wear for your daily routine. In saying that, it depends on how close you are to the end of the chest measurement. If you’re on the border of small and extra small, going with the extra small may not be so bad.
You should know that their top rated parka, the Snow Mantra retails for $1200. Up here they can be bought used at yard sales but you have to arrive early. Seriously, I just bought a 20 year old Snow Goose coat for $100, still in good shaple although a little faded from the sun. Shop Walmart for less, and you might get by for a year or two.