Keep away from sharp edges!

By Anonymous Ranked #3479 - Men's Down Jackets October 31, 2007

I have used this parka mostly for work purposes all over Greenland these past two months, which involves a lot of stationary work and some trekking. I chose this over the North Face McMurdo mainly because of weight issues, compactability and more downfill. And I didn't want to spend Canada Goose money.

The good:
-Very warm
-Lightweight
-Very compactable
-Outer layer is water resistent
-Plenty of pockets
-Affordable

The bad:
-Outer layer is ultra sensitive to sharp edges and hooks. I have already ripped it three times in two months.
-Pocket zippers get stuck on fabric, which is very annoying
-Hood attachment is somewhat flimsy. My hood blew off the buttons in +30m/s winds
-No Zippered back-of-arm vents

Also get the parka instead of the jacket if you plan to use it in arctic conditions.

BTW. the size was just perfect. XXL for 6'6", 240 pounds.

View Details: Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero SL Down Parka - Men's

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