650-Fill Down Parka
Shell Material - Conduit SL - Waterproof and Breathable
Taslan Reinforced shoulders, arms, and butt
Fleece lined hand warmer pockets
Double "Napoleon-Style" zip chest pockets
One Interior zip pocket and one interior water bottle pocket
Baffle construction (not sewn through)
Zip-off, detachable down hood
One handed hood, waist and hem drawcords
Covered, wind-proof two-way front zipper
Adjustable, Velcro® cuffs
Stuff sack included
fmajor - Jan 15, 2004 6:39 pm - Voted 5/5
Untitled ReviewAs noted above, the parka is a bit heavy. However, the weight is well-spent. It is reinforced with Taslan on the butt and on the sleeves from the shoulder to the wrist and the hood is......., well, the hood is sublime. It is large enough for a helmet, yet adjusted easily to accomodate just my noggin and is SUPER warm. It doesn't impede my vision at all or make me feel claustrophobic. I also really like the fleece-lined hand warmer pockets - a very nice touch. The photos don't do it justice - this parka is very puffy.
I also like the chest-pockets - they are positioned very well.
It's a great item and earned its place in my pack - and an excellent bargain at less than $300USD.