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Patagonia Primo Down Jacket - Men's
Hey guys, If you go skiing about 15 times a year (in New...
By Bert
Ranked #205 - Men's Ski Jackets
December 18, 2011
Hey guys,
If you go skiing about 15 times a year (in New England) and need a general wear in the cold waiting for the train jacket too, would you pick this over something relatively similar like the North Face Hecktic down jacket? Is the quality worth the price difference for this jacket? I'm 6'3", 215lbs, about 46" chest. Would you go L or XL - I'm an old-schooler so I prefer a "regular" fit: not super-tight form fitting so that I feel like I'm modelling clothes for the ladies. But not the loose style prefered by many younger riders nowadays. BTW - I don't really think the ladies are checking me out. But it'd be nice if they were.
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By Bert
Ranked #205 - Men's Ski Jackets
December 21, 2011
UPDATE: Finally received the jacket...and it's awesome. I opted for the large based on the feedback from another reviewer and it fits me...well, perfectly. I've only worn it to work waiting for the train (20 deg F) with just a shirt underneath and I was incredibly warm. I've never owned any other Patagonia clothing before so I can't comment on any change in sizing. I'm very excited to use this bad boy on the slopes. You hard core guys will laugh but I grew up skiing wearing another mass-market brand that starts with C. and could never justify the price of the high-end jackets no matter how much I skied; I wore that brand for 20 years now and am fortunately in a position to see if one of the higher end brands was worth it. I'll know more after this weekend but, based on the quality and warmth to weight ratio of this jacket, I'd have to say yes. So happy with this gear.
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By Ty Nelson
Ranked #10 - Men's Ski Jackets
December 19, 2011
Bert, If you get the Primo Down, ladies will definitely be checking you out more since wearing it makes you better looking, and a better skier. just kidding. It is a pretty killer jacket though and definitely worth the money. Gore-tex waterproofing, down insulation, and Patagonia quality. This thing is super comfortable and super warm, and I think and XL would be a great fit for you. Good luck!
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [membrane/laminate] Gore-Tex Performance Shell; [shell] recycled nylon (70D), DWR coating; [lining] polyester plain weave
- Insulation:
- 700-fill goose down
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- guaranteed waterproof
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- guaranteed breathable
- Hood:
- yes, fixed
- Fit:
- regular
- Length:
- hip
- Venting:
- underarm zips
- Powder Skirt:
- yes
- Pockets:
- (external) 2 front hand, 2 front chest, 1 sleeve zippered, (internal) 1 chest stash, 1 chest zippered (with key clip), 1 internal media
- Seams:
- fully taped
- Weight:
- 2 lb 8 oz
- Recommended Use:
- skiing, snowboarding, alpine adventures
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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