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Comparing Winter Jackets for Men

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Price $349.93 at REI
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Pros Warm, tons of pockets, unique style, fits most body types, faux fur hood, rugged, cozy, drawstring waistExtremely versatile, warm, waterproof, long, stylish, comfortable, adapts to multiple seasonsWarm, waterproof, long hem, faux fur hood, great features, lightweight for sizeIncredibly warm, many pockets, great featuresRugged, stylish, warm, treated down, great pockets, drawstring hem, integrated hood system, quality construction
Cons Bulky, difficult to pack or stow, stubborn main zipper, expensiveExpensive, hood lacks insulation, less abrasive-resistant fabricsBulky, lacks a drawstring hem, limited versatilityBulky, too warm and heavy for most usersShell absorbs water, lacks two-way zipper, stubborn cuffs, hood is a little shallow
Bottom Line A stylish, durable parka that is well-equipped for extended exposure to snow, wind, rain, and coldGreat versatility and style in a protective winter jacketA warm, stylish, and budget-conscious jacket for those in the coldest regionsRidiculously warm, this bulky jacket is for the high end user in extremely cold climates and conditionsThis jacket is rugged spin off of the standard down puffy, and it's warm, durable, and attractively priced
Rating Categories Fjallraven Nuuk Parka Patagonia Tres 3-in... The North Face McMu... Canada Goose Expedi... Marmot Fordham
Warmth (30%)
9.0
7.0
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10.0
7.5
Weather Resistance (25%)
8.0
8.0
7.5
8.0
7.5
Comfort (25%)
8.0
9.0
7.0
5.0
8.0
Versatility and Style (10%)
7.0
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7.0
Construction Quality (10%)
9.5
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Specs Fjallraven Nuuk Parka Patagonia Tres 3-in... The North Face McMu... Canada Goose Expedi... Marmot Fordham
Shell Fabric Polyamide H2No performance: 2-layer, 100% recycled polyester herringbone DryVent 2L 100% recycled nylon Arctic-Tech (83% polyester and 17% cotton) NanoPro (100% post-consumer recycled polyester)
Insulation and Fill Power 100% recycled polyester 700-fill down 600-fill down 625-fill (80% down, 20% feathers) 700-fill down treated with Down Defender
Measured Interior Temperature 80.2 °F 76.3 °F 79 °F 82.1 °F 78.6 °F
Fill Weight 250 grams/ sq meter Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
Removable Hood No Yes No No Yes
Hood Adjustments 2 side drawcords, 1 rear velcro tab 2 side drawcords, 1 rear drawcord 2 side drawcords, 1 rear drawcord Adjustable bracing, 2 drawcords. 2 side drawcords
Pockets 2 zippered breast pockets; 2 buttoned breast pockets; 2 top-loading bellow pockets; 2 fleece-lined handwarmer pockets; 1 media pocket on sleeve, 2 internal zippered chest pockets, 2 internal button-closure stash pockets, 2 internal mesh stash drop-in pockets. 6 (Exterior Jacket: 1 zippered chest, 2 top-entry zippered waist with flap, Interior Jacket: 2 zippered waist, 1 zippered interior media pocket 2 zippered chest, 2 top-entry Velcro flap, 2 zippers side-entry waist, 1 zippered interior media pocket 2 zippered exterior, 4 exterior velcro (lower exterior torso pockets are half-fleece lined), 2 arm, 1 zippered interior, 1 interior stash drop-in 2 zippered handwarmer, 2 flap waist, 1 zippered internal media
Weight 4.64 lb (2XL) 3.41 lb (2XL) 3.31 lb (XL) 4.46 lb (L) 3.24 lb (2XL)
2-Way Front Zipper Yes Yes - on outer jacket only Yes Yes No
Weather Resistant Features Faux fur lined hood, cinchable hood and waist, adjustable cuffs, heavy exterior shell, rugged front zipper flap, water-resistant shell, Full-length design, H2No Performance Standard waterproof membrane, cinchable hood and hem, adjustable cuffs Faux fur lined hood, cinchable hood, DryVent waterproof membrane, adjustable cuffs Real fur line hood, full-length design, snow skirt, cinchable waist and hood, rib-knit cuffs, powder skirt, water-resistant shell, Integrating hood flaps, cinchable hood and hem, adjustable fleece lined cuffs, rugged front zipper flap, water-resistant shell,
Available Sizes XS - 3XL XS - 3XL S - 3XL 2XS - 3XL S - 2XL
Social or Environmental Certifications Shell, lining, and filling made from 100% recycled polyester Produced in a Made in a Fair Trade certified factory, 100% reclaimed and recycled duck and goose down, shell and lining of outer and inner jacket are 100% recycled polyester Non-PFC DWR finishes, 100% recycled waterfowl down insulation Power Responsibly Sourced Down, ethically sourced real wild fur and down monitored via The Canada Goose Fur Transparency Standard and The Canada Goose Down Transparency Standard which also mandates that all down adheres to the Five Freedoms policy set out by the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE) Shell is 100% post-consumer recycled polyester