Gear Review
Best down coat!
By celicahw1675570
Ranked #2544 - Women's Down Jackets
December 9, 2008
This is the warmest down coat I've ever owned, and I've owned a few. I used to have the NF Metropolis Parka and it was warm but wouldn't stand up to wind and rain. I wanted to get a really warm coat that would and this one fits the bill perfectly. I looked at every other down coat (NF, Patagonia & others) and none had all the great options of this coat along with being waterproof & windproof. The other coat I was looking at was the Arctic Parka from NF. Also a very nice coat, but felt heavy and as reported by others, I had trouble with the zipper. Also, the hood isn't removable which I didn't like.
The Marmot Chelsea performing even better than I expected! It is sooo warm! It got tested out today in -20F windchill and I wasn't even a bit cold! The hood is awesome and kept my head toasty. I love that it's removable. This coat is the perfect length as well falling just above my knees and it isn't too heavy either.
Overall, this is a fabulous coat. After MUCH research, I couldn't be happier with my choice. I definitely recommend this coat to anyone.
View Details: Marmot Chelsea Down Coat - Women's
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [membrane/laminate] MemBrain10 (2-layer); [shell] nylon; [lining] polyester WR
- Insulation:
- 650-fill goose down
- Fabric Waterproof Rating:
- 20,000 mm
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- 25,000 g/m˛
- Hood:
- yes, insulated, , removable, , removable faux fur trim
- Fit:
- long
- Center Back Length:
- (medium) 39 in
- Pockets:
- (external) 2 fleece-lined handwarmer, (internal) 1 drop-in
- Weight:
- 2 lb 9.1 oz
- Recommended Use:
- casual
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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