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Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero Down Parka - Women's
why is this coat not waterproof?
By D.
Ranked #3638 - Women's Down Jackets
November 8, 2009
why is this coat not waterproof?
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By j. larsen
Ranked #2418 - Women's Down Jackets
November 9, 2009
Down isn't designed for wet, wet environments. Could you put down in Gore-Tex and still retain the loft that is down? I doubt it. You need lighter weight fabrics so down can be effective. It says this coat has a DWR finish so it'll do in a light, sporadic rain or occasional misty spot. If you want a coat that gives you insulation in a wet environment you'll have to stick with synthetic fibers & good ol' layering. Down is for bitter-ass cold that freezes your nose hairs and sometimes makes you wish you lived in the tropics. It is not for wet crud and heavy weight fabrics that crush it's loft. Did this help?
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Body] dobby, [Panel] Taslan, DWR coating
- Insulation:
- 650-Fill goose down
- Center Back Length:
- 29.5in (75cm)
- Hood:
- Yes, detachable
- Pockets:
- 2 Front, 1 interior zipper
- Waterproof:
- No
- Core Venting:
- Yes, extra-long underarm vents
- Weight:
- [M] 1lb 3oz (539g)
- Recommended Use:
- Casual, layering for skiing
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