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Great jacket
Alexander
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I myself am from Siberia.Wore it from +5 to -30 degrees Celsius, while the jacket was just a T-shirt. Excellent keeps rain and windy. The only thing you need to wear a scarf or something similar, a wide gate.
Great Jacket
oma5694259
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- Gender: Male
I've been using this in Russia since it got cold enough to wear (a couple months now). It is a very warm jacket, my only complaint is the hood isn't adjustable and ends up being a bit big for me, everything else is great.
best jacket you can get
gjjp337637
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- Gender: Male
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
cant say enough about the mcmurdo parka i have had it for only 2 days its definetly a keeper it will keep you warm and comfortable i am 5 ft 10 weight 155 a medium fits perfect have plenty of room to move while wearing it, the only only issue is the hood if you wear the faux fur on it-it droops over your face need a cinch on the back to pull back over your head more, but works well when not on... Highly recommend the jacket
McMurdo -Warmest Jacket on the planet.
madpixl
Member since
- Gender: Male
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
This jacket is so warm and waterproof. The fur is great to block wind, but can feel nasty when it gets wet. I don't like driving with the jacket on because its long and gets awkward in the car. It was great when I'd commute on the train into the city because it was super warm and city winds are the worst when you have to walk several blocks. I also used it for xc skiing in the snow storm a couple of years back and would just lay on my side in the snow when I needed a break. It was wayy too hot for physical activity though. Much better if you have to walk or stand around in arctic conditions. Like most high end north face products it still looks brand new after 4 years. It is best for people who refuse to be cold and aren't doing arial acrobatics. Good for night hikes etc.
Meh
Ray
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- Gender: Male
The hood wasn't that great, and the fit was much larger than expected. I got a small. I'm 5'7" and 150lbs. The fur on the hood was thin and cheap looking. Sent it back.
The North Face McMurdo Parka Video
Dave Madsen
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McMurdo parka
david ficek
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Could not believe how warm this jacket is. Im a tall, slim guy 175lbs and 6 feet. The medium fits me like as snug as a soft warm cocoon. When I tried it on in the store, I began to sweat in the first minute. Nice tough outer fabric that could resist some abrasion on the slopes or even wearing it while performing laborious tasks outdoors. The water proofing is also an awesome feature. Tons of secure, large pockets for those of us who like the option to carry things. A bit heavy, but what do you expect for a mans perfect coat! People look at me in envy when Im snug and comfy, standing among them at sporting events in -10 weather. Highly recommend this product.
It's OK is all.
John Torrey
Member since
The parka is average for warmth. Where it really lacks is the hood, The North Face dropped the ball big time on it. It's like they've never designed a hood for use in the wind or to just wear and be able to see out of. The draw strings for the hood are terribly hard to find and adjust with any gloves or mitts on and it lacks a very important pull on the back to adjust to the size of your melon. It's hangs way over your face. It'd be nice if the extra fur at the bottom would draw up around the bottom of your face and form an anti wind tunnel for protection from the freezing wind.
I gave it 3 stars since the parka itself is average, but without a good hood, a parka isn't very useful out in full on winter conditions.
McMurdo powder
Matthew Milewski
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Safe from Powder
Matthew Milewski
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Staying warm in extreme conditions
Not as good as last year's model
R
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I had the orange McMurdo park from last year which was stolen and had to be replaced. I chose the green parka because it was the least disagreeable of the colors available. I miss last year's orange!
Other than the color, the two are pretty similar with a few notable differences. The pocket configuration is a little different. This version is missing the front pull-out pocket for storing passport, maps, cash and other flat items. I miss that pocket. The inner bottle pockets have been changed slightly in size and shape. One of those pockets is wider and fit my binoculars well which I love. Also, this hood seems to fit a little more clumsily and is hard to keep out of my eyes with the fur ruff attached. It seems like the other hood stayed in place better and kept blowing snow out of my eyes without impeding my vision as much. The hood needs a snap adjustment on the back so that you can pull it back on your head and keep it in position. Still, the parka is plenty warm and has ample storage for long day hikes into the back country
North Face MacMurdo down parka
hea2579874
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THIS is a parka!!! I was looking for something to deal with the Alaska wiinter this year and this fills the bill big time......it is warmer than any other parka I have owned and the constrution and material is excellent....heavy duty zipper that is fully adequate for this parka and did I say warm? It is warm. I recommend this prodect and dealing with Backcountry has been a very rewarding expereince....excellent customer service, knowldegeable service personnel,great prices and the 2 day shipping will definitely bring me back for more gear shopping.
What material is the zippers made of?
Robert D. Voshall
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What material is the zippers made of?
McMurdo
Jeff
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Light, warm, the hoods fur ruff extends to block wind, rain and snow. The waist and hem draw strings are excellent. Zipper is really good! The zipper flap snaps. -No velcro-. This is good! No velcro to catch and snag on other garments. Downside- The zipper flap snaps are weak and easily pop loose. The hood ruff is snapped on. The snaps are too far apart. When the wind gets behind you, the wind 'jets' through the spaces between these snaps and in comes a blast of cold air and all that the air brings in! Such as rain, snow, whatever! Not good. There is no hood stay adjuster on the top back of the hood. So, you cannot adjust it for forward view needs. The arms are not insulated enough.
Great jacket!
dst4692074
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Love it...warm, water repellent, lots of pockets, cool looking enough to wear over a suit, too. Extremely satisfied with this purchase.
I want to buy one piece of this parka.
Byungho Cho
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Can I buy this one piece of The North Face McMurdo Down parka from your internet shopping mall at Seoul in Korea?
Byungho Cho
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How am i pay the price of the parka and how do you deriver me the parka?
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sue
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Love it
Um, awesome. Beat out the competition.
Peter
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Bought the jacket in Austria last winter. After moving here from california, and the moving company taking too long to ship our goods, I purchased this in size XL, in the meantime... Preferring to avoid buyers remorse, I spent many hours and days shopping online, after which I visited stores in the area where I could decide between various styles. Dilemma was deciding whether to buy a down jacket or European-esque stylish wool jacket; I was hesitant to pursue down because in my mind I always pictured down jackets as big, fluffy, ugly jackets, like the one my dad wore for too many years in my youth, (with its feathers falling out in too many places).
As soon as I saw this and tried it on, I knew immediately it had everything I was looking for: warm, but not too hot; enough room in the shoulders, back and arms, yet not too baggy in the waist (difficult to find for guys with narrow waists and relatively big upper bodies); a few pockets on the inside, outside, (and sleeve if possible without looking too tacky); a nice hood that fits my melon, and doesn't hang over my face; long enough to cover some of my thighs, but not so long as to make it difficult to trudge along a snowy path, durable, washable, and weatherproof.
This jacket met all my expectations, and I had merely seen it next to the ones I had researched online. With its durable, breathable material, thick down internal, internal audio device pocket, internal elastic glove/beanie compartment, internal elastic cell pocket, its hood with faux fur, its length, its fitted cut around the waist, yet enough room in the shoulders, back and arms, the sleeve length... lined external pockets with zippers... I could keep going, but won't.
In short. Saw it, tried it on, loved the fit, its build, and purchased it immediately, and have been excited, yes excited, ever since. Great jacket! Highly recommend.
At 6'3-6'4, 245lbs, the jacket fits me good

chap118529
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