Rubicon Rider would be a good choice, or an even warmer one for you would be the Patagonia Pipe Down, it's a wareproof down puffy that is very warm!

For pure warmth the Sligshot Down Jacket will be warmer than the Down Sweater. The Down Sweater is designed to be very warm, while still being lightweight, layerable, and packable. It is a very warm jacket, but might not be enough in temps approaching zero. Also see the Fitz Roy Down Hoody for the warmest down jacket from Patagonia.

The fabric for the Down Sweater is a lot tougher than you'd think for how light it is. Patagonia tests fabrics extensively before they're approved to go to production for abrasion resistance and tear strength. Patagonia's Iron Clad Guarantee backs up the durability of the jacket and they'll take care of you if anything bad happens

You can't go wrong with the Nano Puff. Great jacket, super compressible and the PrimaLoft One insulation is the best synthetic insulation out there. It's very packable too - packs down to just a little bigger than a softball. It's perfect for summer in the Cascades.

The Lightweight R4 is going to be warmer overall because it's totally windproof, except for the R1 panels you mentioned. R3 is definitely more breahtable. It's got a high loft/fuzzy interior that insulates well, and the jacket still does pretty well in the wind. So maybe on it's own LW R4 will be warmer, but layered R3 would be warmer and more breathable in any application.

Andrew, you should be fine, the buckle for the Tech Web Belt is 100% aluminum.

The Fitz Roy Down Hoody uses 181 grams of Down and the Down Sweater uses 85 grams. 800 fill refers to the quality of the down, the higher the # the loftier the down is and the better the quality. The better down insulates better and is softer.

What size are you interested in? The measurements for the large are 26" from the neck seam down for the front, and 29" for the back.

both jackets would work great for the climbs up Rainier and Shasta. The Shelter Stone is a little burlier shell and would provide a little more protection when it's super wet and nasty out, and the Stretch Ascent is lighter weight, more packable, and has a little more stretch to accomodate movement. Both are completely waterproof and breathable.

Pete, I think XL will be the best size for you, the waist and length should be perfect.

The Down Sweater's not designed to compete with the Sub Zero, check out the Patagonia Fitz Roy Down Hoody though. It uses nicer down than the sub zero, and will get you to zero and well below.

I doubt you'll find a warmer jacket out there from Mtn Harwear or anyone else out there. The Fitz Roy Down Hoody uses some of the finest down available and is made using baffled construction within the jacket so cold drafts have no way to make it through to your core. The other jackets you mentioned are warm, but only use 650 or 700 fill down which is not as lofty and warm as the 800 fill you'll find here.

JCN, the Primo Jacket ranks high on the amazingness scale! I've got a large in the green oasis color and I am super stoked on it. Bomber construction, great features, and a killer fit. It's truly a regular fit, enough room to layer, but not too baggy. I'd base your sizing decision on how much you want to layer underneath and how loosely you like your jackets too fit. I don't layer a ton, but like a slightly looser fit so I'm in a large. go for it, you'll be stoked for sure.

There is 181 grams of 800 fill down in the Fitz Roy Down Hoody.

The Fitz Roy Down Jacket is a little over sized, but not huge. I'm 6'1 170 and could wear a medium but my large is super comfortable and cozy

Yes, you can change a diaper while your baby is in this bunting without having to take it off. The leg zips open the bottom half completely.

I wear a 34 in other Patagonia technical as well as casual pants and a 34 in the Backcountry Guide Pant is perfect for me. I do tend to size most of my pants up slightly, as my actual waist size is closer to a 32. There's plenty of room to layer a piece of two of long underwear. They're a mid-weight softshell with and 8.6 oz fabric and a slight brushed lining inside.

Meg, the Patagonia Rock Guide pant would work well for xc skiing, also see the Alpine Guide Softshell Pant or the Patagonia Backcountry guide pant. Those last two options have more of an elastic cuff to keep snow out, and are still a breathable and water resistant soft shell pant.

Karen, yes the Micro Puff hoody is machine washable and dryable.

Brook, the Rubicon Rider would be a good jcaket for super cold temps, with plenty of layer underneath as well. The Patagonia Fitz Roy Down Jacket is another great option. Down is the best insulation in the world, and will keep you the warmest during your Yukon Winters.

The Slingshot Down Vest just has snaps down the front. Great vest!

Ellie, no, this is more of a casual piece. For a rainproof trench coat check out the Rain Shadow Trench, All Time Trench, or the Tres Parka all from Patagonia.

Laura, yes - check out the Downtown Loft Jacket! It's the same as the Downtown Loft Parka, but the shorter length that you're looking for.

Babette, the Tres Parka is a very, very warm jacket! When you've got both jackets zipped together you could go out in some very cold temps and be fine, and the outer shell is fully waterproof so you'll be fine in nasty storms. The back of the down coat is quilted similar to the front.

The DAS Parka is definitely a puffy, but it's not super michelin man or staypuff marshmallow. The Primaloft insulation provides a ton of warmth and not a lot of bulk, so for a jacket this warm the DAS is a great choice.

One of Capilene's attributes over wool is definitely it's great durability. Definitely machine dryable and will last forever like mentioned below. However don't discount Capilene as that much cooler than wool. There are definitely some wool pieces that are warmer than Capilene, but this Capilene 4 bottom is very very warm!

That's a good question regarding the logo, not sure what the exact placement is for all colors honestly, I can try to get the answer and get back to you. The photo above is a pretty good representation of Seaport blue, but it's even a little darker and richer than what's shown, it's a great color for sure.

The Alpine Guide Pants are designed as a backcountry ski and mountaineering pant. They breathe really well and still provide good protection against wind and water. They're a great ski pant for all but the wettest conditions.

The interior lining for the Nano Puff is the same as the exterior shell. Still fairly soft and smooth against the skin and doesn't get too clammy when you heat up.

might be tough to track down that Retro X as it's discontinued product. Not sure that they're available anywhere right now.

although it doesn't have a "3 in 1" zipper, the Down Sweater is a great layering piece. I can't imagine ever getting cold if you've got the Down Sweater under a nice hard shell.

Catherine,
yes, the hood for the Downtown Loft Parka is also down filled and very warm although it does not have a cinch cord. There are no inner cuffs, just a simple clean cuff. The zipper goes almost all the way down - stops about 4 inches from the bottom and is a 2 way zip if you want to have the bottom more open. The snaps also go the same length so you've got double reinforcement for warmth when it gets nasty. Let me know what size you'd like the center back length for and I can get back to you.
edit: 45" medium 46" large

Emily, depends what you're looking for... The Retro-X is a very warm windproof fleece. And the R2 is a lightweight piece with more of a technical background, designed to be warm, compressible, and lightweight. Both are great to layer and super comfortable and long lasting fleece.

Melisse, the sleeve length for the medium Fiona Parka is 34.75" and the large is 35.75"

Lisa, the Downtown Loft Parka does not have fleece cuffs featured, but it's still a very very warm jacket!

Melisse, the medium Downtown Loft Jacket has 34.5" sleeves, and the large bumps up to 35.5"

Ann, the medium Downtown Loft Jacket has 34.5" sleeves, and the large bumps up to 35.5"

Barret, I love mine and have worn it a ton on the bike, hiking, and skiing. Great all around pack that is super lightweight. Should be great for biking every day.

Sandra, the shell fabric for the Downtown Loft Parka has a DWR coating to block the wind, so between that, and the thickness of the coat and the down insulation it will do a very good job blocking the wind and keeping you warm in the coldest temps.

Capilene 4 has the higher warmth to weight ratio, although Wool 4 is warmer overall, it's like a nice sweater you can run around in. Not too take anything away from Cap 4 though. Very warm, very light and super compressible.

go for it, the Down Sweater is a great lightweight option to your mtn hardwear puffy. No "stay-puff" look to it at all and it still offers a lot of warmth. I hardly wear my big puffy now that I've got a Down Sweater - love it!

The R4 is warmer than the Lightweight R4, the fit between the two is very similar. and the Lightweight R4 overall is a little more breathable due to the R1 fabric under the arms which is lighter weight and has no windproof membrane to it.

The Down Sweater Full-zip hoody has 800 fill down.

The Nano Puff's very warm, I wear mine outside a ton on it's own during the winter and it's fine. Maybe for the coldest and nastiest days you'll want something more, but it's definitely more than just a fall sweater and if you layer a fleece underneath you can be comfortable in some pretty cold temps

Jim, the Rain Shadow jacket is not a short raincoat, but if you're looking for something that goes mid thigh look at the Patagonia All Time Shell.

Roxanne, the hood for the Downtown Loft Park is not removable. If you're looking for a removable hood in a long down coat check out the Patagonia Down With It jacket

The R4 fleece jacket unfortunately would not zip into a North Face shell. The only Patagonia jackets that are designed to zip into shells are some of the ladies long down coats.

Rebecca, the Merino 3 pants are machine washable with cold water, and lay them flat to dry.

Martha, the Stretch Ascent does not have a fleece lining inside. It's a very warm jacket though for just being a shell.

Tom, definitely go Powder Bowl. The Ascentionist is a great soft shell, but if it's wet/nasty weather performance you're looking for the Powder Bowl Jacket is the best one for you.

I can upload a picture of mine, it's approx smaller than a football?

Wes, I think a large would still fit you as well and make for a super comfortable fit. Medium would be ok, but with a little less length and not as much room for layering underneath.

For the R3 Jacket you're between sizes and I would recommend a small if you're looking for more of a trim fit.

Wes, all of these R1 Pullovers feature the same fit.

Courtney, I think a small Downtown Loft Parka would fit you well and sleeve length should not be an issue. The sleeves for the medium are slightly longer, but I think overall a medium would be too big for you.

Nikita, the Rain Shadow Jacket is lightweight and packable, but does not have a pocket that it stashes into at this time.

from your description I think the R3 Jacket is the best fleece for you wife. It's very warm, and still offers good breathability for layering.

The two R4 fleeces are both windproof, and very warm on their own. The R4 is a fuzzier, warmer fleece, and the lightweight R4 has the same windproof membrane, but a lighter fleece, and breathable R1 fabric under the arms w/ no windproofing.

yes, the Merino Hooded Cardigan will definitely give you tush coverage, and is designed to hit mid thigh.

Get the R4, you'll love it. It's very windproof and breathes well also for a jacket this warm. I think a medium would fit you well, and yes it does have a neck cinch as well as a waist draw cord.

The Light Smoke Flash is a great resort skiing jacket, and would be plenty warm over your OR soft shell. The Light Smoke Flash does block wind really well as well as moisture. Especially for this price you can't beat it...

I think a medium in the Fjord Flannel would fit you well. Small would be ok, but would be a little more of a trim fit and might be a tad short.

yes, the R4 Fleece Jacket does have a draw string at the waist.

For the Wanaka Down Jacket a medium would provide the snug fit you're looking for. Usually I'd go w/a large for your size so you'd have a little more room and length, but the medium would definitely be a little slimmer.

Joh, and XL would be the perfect size for you for sure and will give you the exact fit you describe.

Rachel, this is most likely one of the warmest and nicest long jackets out there. Perfect for spending time out in the cold Nebraska winters.

go large for sure. We're similar height and weight and I love my large. Medium would be a little short and with not quite enough room for an R1 or softshell underneath.

good point catiecoo - re chicken and the egg. I've passed the feedback here along directly to our product and design team and we'll see what we can do in upcoming seasons.

The Speed Ascent Jacket is similar to the hercules, but offers a ton more wind and water protection. The Speed Ascent is a full soft shell piece with a killer DWR coating that blocks out all but the wettest storms. It breathes really well, and offers great warmth with the R2 fleece on the interior.

Jon, the R4 Jacket in my opinion is the warmest and nicest fleece jacket our there. It sounds like exactly what you are looking for, and will work well for you in the coldest winter months. This is definitely warmer than any 300 weight fleece from Marmot, or anyone else. The windproof membrane moves really well with you and isn't noisy, and the high pile/fuzzy fleece inside and out makes for a very very warm jacket.

Alex, if you're looking at the 36 waist it's definitely a 34 length, and I'm fairly sure the smaller waist sizes are 34 as well in this case. Great pair of jeans, you'll love em

actually the Storm Light Jacket is a great cool and cold weather piece as well. It's not insulated, but the hanging mesh lining on the interior of the shell adds some warmth and it does a great job keeping the wind and water out. Caleb's right that layering will help as well.

Camelia,
if you love the coat, give it a shot. The smaller sizes are shorter in length and designed for smaller girls. I think you'll really like it if you're looking for a long coat that hits below the knees.

Mat, yes, the entire inside of the Woolly Hat is fleece lined.

Stephen, the photo of the black R2 Jacket is the most accurate representation of the fit for all colors. For some reason Backcountry pinned the back of the other colors back when the photos were shot, and it exaggerates the fit greatly. It's a slim fit jacket, but not that slim. hope that helps!

Jim, good question. The O Web Belt is 47" long, so once it's on I think it'd fit a 42 for sure comfortably and possibly a 44. Hope that helps man.

Annie,
Similar jackets for sure, the Down Sweater Hoody is going to be a tad warmer for you and is 100% recycled poly for the shell. Plus you get the Patagonia quality and warranty to back it up.

Rhonda, I think a mens small in the Winter Sun Jacket should fit you ok. And, Backcountry's return policy is second to none if it doesn't fit.

Ali, ok I changed my mind on the medium and now I'd say give it a shot in the small. For a puffy jacket it's actually a pretty flattering cut, so I agree it'd be a bummer if you were swimming in it. good luck!

Mike, gravel in the Retro X is a simple grey, honestly not too dark and not too light(darker than Feather Grey pictured above). There's no brown in it, the image does make it look like it though.

The Reversible Puff-ball Bunting is designed to be worn with boots, shoes, or booties. There are 2 other fleece buntings available from Patagonia that don't have leg holes, and the legs zip together.

Donna, the inseam for both sizes is 32"

Traxler, I think a medium would fit you well. Unless you've got a longer torso, or if you want a looser fit go large.

Michelle, unfortunately none of the Patagonia jackets have fur on them right now. The Downtown Loft Jacket is super warm and I think you'd be good into the low 30's with a light layer underneath and even colder with a fleece or a sweater.

Ali, the Downtown Loft Jacket is a slim fit, so maybe the medium as long as it won't be too long? I can work on getting the measurements for you...

Sorry you're not stoked on the color options out there. Unfortunately it comes down to the #'s and men tend to buy more jackets from Patagonia than women, so more colors are offered. This was the first season for the Nano Puff, look for the color palette and options to expand greatly in the near future.

Patrick, the Rubicon Rider jacket can pack down pretty well and would be a great warm jacket to have on your overnight. Depending on the features you're looking for the Patagonia DAS Parka or Patagonia Micro Puff Hooded Jacket could be some options to consider as well. Both are ligthweight and super packable, but the Rubicon Rider has a powder kirt and a little bit heavier duty fabric and was designed specifically as a ski jacket. Hope that helps man

Capilene 2 has a more open weave for the fabric, and is a lightweight, quicker drying alternative to Capilene 3. Cap 3 is a great mid-weight, and makes for a super versatile layer. Depending how cold it is where you run during the autumn you might want to go Cap 3. probably 50 degrees and above is when I'd where Cap 2 on it's own, and Cap 3 could be worn into the upper 30's or so on it's own if you're moving.

As for the fit, Seagrass/Wildwood isn't the best representation. It's an athletic cut, but not that drastic.

Foxylady, White/Cyan is a Fall 08 jacket that is on sale.

actually a little heat in the dryer from time to time after washing will help redistribute the DWR coating and restore the waterproofness of the shell.

Sully, honestly you're right in between a large and a medium, it will depend how you want it to fit. Large would give you a little more room to layer underneath with a fleece, and the medium would be a little more form fitting and be better for layering a shell over the top. I'm 6'1 170 and I'm very stoked on the large myself. hope that helps!

Christy, light rain would be ok, but if it's really coming down you'd want a shell over the Slopstyle Hoody.

Nope, the Retro X vest does not have a drawcord hem, but it is elastic and designed so it will still stay snug when it's windy.

Yep, the Micro Puff vest doest have a drawcord elastic hem at the waist

Joyce, the center back length on the XL Down Sweater Vest is 29"

Hi Alex,
In this case the images from Patagonia.com for the Synchilla Snap T are more accurate representations of the actual colors.

I don't think you need to go as big as a medium for sure, small might be the ticket for you though. The Retro X and the R2 are both slim fit, but the R2 is slightly slimmer so you'll have more room w/ the Retro X.

If you wear a large in the Synchilla Jacket I'd go for a large in the Retro X as well, they've got a similar fit.

The pockets on the Ascentionist jacket are still functional while wearing a harness. The jacket that came before the Ascetionist was the Ready Mix, and people commented that the pockets were too high on that, so when the jacket was redesigned as the Ascentionist the pockets were brought down a little bit. I've worn mine with a harness and not had any problems - great jacket.