Columbia Blade Run Parka - Men's - 2008

Had the jacket about 2 weeks and today was the first really windy and cold day of the season. It did a great job of blocking out and icy wind. Not sure if I am fond of the way the inner section's cuffs grip the wrists, but it's probably a matter of getting used to.
Jacket is light and easy to zip up.

I thought it could be warmer. I was still cold in the back and chest when it got down in the teens. There was enough room for an added layer so it was acceptable. I am a big guy and the armpit fittings were a little snug and the waist a little loose. If I wore an additonal layer the armpit location felt too constricting. Also if I were to raise my hands over my head, there was not enough play there to be comfortable. NOW after saying all that, I thought the parka was GREAT and did its job.

This jacket is extremely warm and I find that I can check the mail, run groceries and head to the gym with just a T-shirt underneath even when the weather is -10 outside. My only complaint is that I got the white and orange colour and it stains very easily. So...pick a dark colour!

Incredibly comfortable, warm and looks great. Liner looks great on it's own, a rarity in my opinion.

Not a lot of pocket options, not a deal breaker for me though. Something to consider though!

Columbia is awesome. The jacket is super warm and durable. Many pockets. Inside liner removes easily and also looks and fits great! I live in Buffalo, NY so this jacket is a must. We had 50MPH snow storms last week and only part of me that was cold was my legs! couldnt feel any wind breaking through jacket! LOVE IT. Any Columbia product is worth any price tag. 10/10. 5 Stars

Got this coat for my husband. He loves it. He says it's really warm but not too heavy and great for all the elements. He really likes how the inside liner can be removed from the shell and he can just wear the shell on warmer days. Great coat and great price.

It kept me warm on the ski lift when I was only wearing a T-Shirt underneath, and it was 5 degrees and windy outside. Very comfortable.

Overall I love the jacket... nice and warm, definitely water/snow/proof, and the inner lying is very comfy. As for my complaints, the "red pepper" description is deceiving -- perhaps should be renamed "slightly obnoxious pumpkin-orange". The jacket also seems to stain easily, but so far everything has come out with a little effort (including an dark grease spot... little dawn did the trick).

Very warm jacket and easy to get inside liner jacket in and out. Color kind of boring (grey/brownish-grey color), but hopefully it will not show a lot of dirt. Hood nice and deep with and overhang so keeps out weather.