Marmot Men's

I live in SW Alaska, where it gets cold early and stays that way. Was looking for an everyday, wear on the 4-wheeler, layer underneath, down jacket. This jacket has the room (I'm a big one-6'3" and 270 lbs) to layer and be warm and comfortable when riding our basic transport-an atv. Wind chill is not a problem with the "MemBrain" fabric outer shell. Seems to be well made, but only time will tell. This is a big improvement over the "Pillsbury Doughboy" feel of my heavy parka.

Bought this jacket mainly to wear around town and for some skiing. Skiing the groomers would be great for this jacket but I would not venture into the trees wearing it. The material is just not heavy enough. I generally wear this jacket with no more than a t-shirt underneath and it has kept me warm even in single digit temps. The only minor gripe I have with the jacket is that the down is kinda thin on the undersides of the arms. Hopefully with more use it will spread out some.

My choice came down to the Cloudveil Down patrol, Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero Parka, and the Marmot. The Marmot and the MHW were both warm, light, and comfortable. Both had great hood designs but the Marmot didn't have any chest pockets. So I went with the MHW. I like to have quick access to my stuff and the Marmot only has two hand pockets and one inside. Not real convenient.

I picked this up as an alternative to another outdoors-expedition brand name down-filled parka that didn't really keep me warm despite its bulk. I didn't want to have a really bulky item, and this product has hit the spot so far.I live in Canada and can experience some seriously cold days and nights here. Pros: Extremely warm, very light. Unlike some parkas that have a cotton-duck sort of shell, this Membrain shell actually breathes. I can get warm in a hurry under load, and opening this one up allows things to air out better than the traditional canvass-duck shells on parkas that I've been used to. Zipped up, its warmer than warm. I like the inner snow skirt and the shock-cord at the hem. Its also not too long (I am 6'3") which I like, as I didn't want a knee-length fabric sarcophagus, nor did I want a little bomber that always left my waist exposed. This is the perfect length for day to day urban-to-outdoor activity to base camp/low-output activity in very cold temps. The hood is really solid and form fitting, but when its not in use, its not always in the way like most hoods are. It goes tight and stealth behind the head, you don't even notice it, which is a first for me and all the hooded jackets I've used in the past. Hood can also detach, another plus in terms of flexibility. One thing I really like, is there's a nice strip of fleece at the neck that makes the jacket really comfortable once the zip is all the way up. The handwarmer pockets are huge and comfortable. Cons: The zipper is a bit crappy for the cost and quality of the garment, but its not a deal breaker. Could stand a few more pockets (there are only the two handwarmers and one interior). Overall. Very warm, light, compressable, comfortable and weatherproof yet breathable. I'd also like to see an electronics pocket with jacket-to-pocket wiring route hle such as we're seeing more and more these days. Otherwise, if you want warm, weatherproof and comfortable for low-activity pursuits, this is a great jacket. Its not for high output activity--at least not for me--but rather, for low to moderate activity use on the deadly cold days. If I was to try high-output activity in this thing even well below zero, I'd likely be too warm. Better for walking/ATV/ice fishing I would say. **UPDATE** After a month of wearing this jacket, it has proven itself to be the most comfortable, practical jacket I've ever owned. Cool and comfortable when its warmer, brilliantly warm in the snapping cold temps, the breathable outer shell really helps regulate temp much better than a hard cotton duck shell. Outstanding garment, best I ever bought.

If you want a down-filled coat that's waterproof too, this is your best choice.

I only got this jacket at the the end of last winter so I haven't worn it a lot, but it is very warm. a huge selling point for me was the waterproofness. my previous puffy was fairly water resistant, but still wasn't great. it's nice not to have to worry about it. the hood attachment is also super secure. I'm 5'8", 135 and the small fits me really well. the length is long enough to still cover my lower back when sitting, but it doesn't feel like a parka either.

I was looking for a serious winter down parka. This isn't it. The sewn-through construction and megre fill just don't provide enough warmth. I wore it indoors one afternoon for about 30 mins and didn't break a sweat -- not a good sign it'd keep anyone warm in actual outdoor use. Too bad, because the cut fits and looks nice, and it's fairly lightweight. So, I guess that Marmot's recommendation of "urban" use is appropriate, but it's not my choice for a mountaineering garment.

Great Jacket. Inner waistband makes for a snug fit again snow creeping in. Ample chest area gives you lots of room for flexibility. Would highly recommend for everyone, not just the skier. This is my 4th Marmot jacket and you can't go wrong with this one!!!

The best, warmest, affordable, well made jacket I have ever bought. I must get.

My son loves this jacket. He had another similar Marmot down jacket that he lived in constantly for 2 years in Jackson Hole. He loves the powder skirt inside the jacket which his old one did not have. He does not layer that much under the jacket even in the coldest temps. The jacket is a large and he is 5'11', 185 lbs and it fits great.