Jacket Recommendations?

[Sunnyside_up]

I'm looking to get myself a nicer jacket for this winter and don't know where to start. Let's say my criteria are:

1. warmth

2. windproof

3. waterproof

4. cost

 

What's the best bang for the buck?

[olyclimber]

I'd instead recommend you read what Jim Nelson has to say here:

http://www.promountainsports.com/clothing.shtml

and not go for a "all in one" jacket. Also, you otter buy whatever you get from him. Good stuff.

[Julian]

The Beyond Fleece Cold Fusion jacket, available at www.beyondfleece.com

 

-softshell (Schoeller WB-400)

-warm fleece inner

-windproof

-almost waterproof (if you are active it typically dries out)

-great price, much cheaper than the brand names for a full-featured jacket

-custom fit so it will be the best-fitting jacket you've ever bought

[genepires]

ditto as oly said. BTW, are you asking about softshells, belay parkas or goretex type jackets?

 

1. you will find that your outershell should not be considered in regards to warmth. if it keeps you dry, then it will help you stay warm. your outer wear should have no insulation unless it is a belay parka.

 

2. if it is waterproof, then it is windproof. windproof is more a function for softshells.

 

4. cost- you get what you pay for so expect to pay alot. patagonia had a big online sale. see if they still got jetstream jackets.

[Raindawg]

[slooper]

i would recommend John Frieh's gear blowout in the yard sale.