A few weeks ago, the forclaz jacket was on sale at my local Decathlon. I remebered your review from last year, so i bought it for 45;- € , wich is about the same in Dollars at the moment. Until now i am very satisfied. Trank you for the hint and keep up your awesome Workshop. Greetings from Germany.
Bought the Decathlon after watching one of your videos. Very happy I didn't spend $300 to save 4 ounces. Decathlon packs small enough, it's warm to 35F with a base layer, and it's well made. Thanks
Just got the Decathlon mt100 for $60 on sale. Excellent down jacket for the price. Also got a Columbia heavier down with their Omni heat technology that is amazing as well ($50 at Columbia outlet)
Thanks Dan, you inspired me to take action and upgrade from my Uniqlo puffer (cheap, synthetic fill but still quite a capable jacket). I dropped $90 on the Decathlon Forclaz Trek 100, 23°F Real Down Packable Puffer. Some thoughts after a couple days use... 1. it's light and warm, 2. the fit is about right; I'm reliably a men's medium (5'7", 155lb) and while body and arm length are perfect, the girth is on the slim side, 3. the fill is "responsibly sourced" duck down, which I can believe given the country of origin and the prominence of duck on the menus there, 4. there are two zippered outside pockets for your hands and that's it, no inside pockets, 5. the hood is thoughtfully contoured so with the zipper zipped right up, the wind doesn't de-hood you in two seconds, 6. it's packable, but there's no stuff bag included. Like it. Good recommendation thank you.
Love the Forclaz Trek 100. I’m not a hiker but I bought one for myself for the cold UK winter, and weeks later went back to Decathlon and got a second one 🤣 Now have one with a hood and one without. I still have a Rab Nebula Pro, which I got in 2020. Albeit that’s still an awesome jacket I’m half tempted to just sell it! After getting the Forclaz one I couldn’t see why I’d need anything else!
Just went on my first backpacking trip this past weekend with my girlfriend. Truth time….you inspired us. You made it look fun and doable. Took your advice on many things and we had a blast. We are hooked. Thanks, Dan!
@@DanBecker PS….We had the forclaz jackets based on your recommendation in a previous video. Tempt dropped to the low 40’s and we were very comfortable. Highly recommend!
Always love your videos! We'd also love to be considered for next year's version of this video. Our Campfire Puffy would be the only one that is fire resistant to keep you safe from the sparks from the fire. Keep up the good work Dan! Cheers.
Temps in the uk aren’t as cold as where you are so I have the Patagonia nano. Mainly as it can get wet and dry quick as I wear it on my bike often when bikepacking. Wish I had the altitude and snowy winters you guys have there. Would make for some epic snow camps
Great reviews Dan! One jacket that was overlooked was the Enlightened Equipments Torrid Jacket. This jacket is extremely lightweight, synthetic and keeps you very warm. You need to do some reviews on this company. I also rock the outdoor vitals Ventus Hoodie, great mid layer option which I wear all year long.
EE torrid three quarter zip with hoodie. Around 6 ounces, works when wet and matched with the pants and booties makes a fantastic option for using a lighter quilt and when cold just wear it all to bed. All for less than a pound.
I was not aware that they even had Decathlon in the US. I bought the jacket he mentioned a while ago and am very satisfied. Here in Europe it costs about €50 I think. It is of course not nearly as warm as a thick down jacket, but for autumn or for use in combo with other layers, as a super light jacket, it is great to stuff into your backpack for long runs in winter, for skiing, for hikes, etc. A great way to stay warm after finishign a long run or ski, after you have sweated and need to not cool down too much. In case no one has already mentioned- the huge hood (on any of these) is of course for the helmet for climbers. Without the oversizing, the hood is useless to those wearing helmets. So it's a good thing.
I have the Enlightened Equipment Torrid Apex. Very reasonably priced at $ 184.99 and very light at 8.5 oz for Men's medium w/hood. I've taken well below freezing with layering.
I own the Decathalon Trek in both down and synthetic. I took the down version on my AT thru hike and it worked great but I wish I would have had the synthetic one instead. In the Smokies we got hit with a bunch of snow and temps in the 20s. The best way to dry the sweat from your clothes when you stop at the end of the day is to keep them on and put dry layers on outside. I did notice a difference in the insulation properties of the down jacket as my undergarmets started to dry and the vapor passed through the jacket. A synthetic jacket would have solved this issue. They synthetic version is only a couple of ounces heavier and about half of the price. As far as warmth goes, it works as well as the down version. You'd be surprised how many people on the AT had Decathalon gear. It's definately more popular in certain circles.
The decathlon synthetic jacket is awesome. Down is great but any moisture and it’s rendered useless. I would use synthetic over down anyday for a jacket. Sleeping bag, down all night long
My favorite synthetic puffy of all time has been the Mountain Hardwear Compressor Hooded. I've had a few of the different variants over the years and I absolutely love it.
Picked up the Montbell Plasma jacket in Tokyo at a Montbell store (which was such a blast) for $275 - list cheaper in Japan and the exchange rate is so favorable…. It is soooo warm for the weight
For most people, the Decathlon is the choice. Money saved can go into other gear that is arguably more important when benefit per dollar is considered. Better pack, better sleep system, better layers, etc. Nice to see some good stuff still coming out of Cumulus, too. The Montbell looks perfect for someone who avoids every form of vegetation on the planet, and goes nowhere near a wood burning fire. Should also avoid wearing it while backpacking. 7D nylon is just asking to be poked and torn on every single sharp object that exists.
I saw an older review back in 2023 on the Decathlon Trek 100 I bought it after watching your video. I put it to the test in November 2023 for a trek in Nepal. I did the Annapurna circuit and did the Thorong La Pass. The pass was very cold it was during the shoulder season of fall/winter so the temperature was not below freezing yet but the wind chill made it feel like it was. Actual temperature during the day in the Pass was around 25 - 28 Degree F. I wore a wind/rain proof outer shell with the decathlon jacket underneath along with a fleece and many layers and it did pretty well on the Thorong La Pass. As long as I moved around I kept warm it was still cold but manageable. Once I sat still to rest my feet I felt the freezing wind chill and that wind hit my face and I felt it. We didn't stay in the pass for to long once we took our pictures and drank some tea in the cabin we headed down the mountain and started warming up our body again. If there wasn't any freezing wind in Thorong la pass I believe the Decathlon jacket would have handled the cold temps fine. Overall it's a great down jacket for the price.
Also worth a serious consideration is the Atom SL. Excellent for shoulder seasons and thin enough to be worn under a down/hard shell in colder weather.
The Decathlon puffy jacken is like uber-popular here in Europe. For that like under 50 Eur price, it performs really good. Cons: The out fabric is thin and ofcourse the down is not hydrophobic.
Enjoy your channel Dan My first port of call on cold days is the Mountain Equipment Lightline, on chilly, camping days i use the Rab Alpine Microlight. Had a few of these over the years, I also use the Mountain Equipment Annapuna jacket, used it as a sleeping bag too
I have the the exact navy decathlon forclaz jacket and it is an incredible jacket. Its is warm, light and wellmade. It has a great fit as well. Also bought the vest version which is awesome as well. Great recommendation.
Great review Dan. I can only speak from my own experience and the use for me for "small" puffys. I live in Norway and working as an rafting guide and outdoor guide so i say i say the temperatures and weather conditions working is in between very moist to very dry cold +25c til -30c. I can mostly talk about Acteryx since that is my go to. I have the Atom in all the thickness, and shure i use them a lot but my go to will be the Nuclei jacket pretty much all days. Since last year i only find my self use the atom as a mid layer. The Nuclei has outstanding packabillity, weight, drys out faster and feels warmer than the Atom bq of the loft in the fibers. Looking forward to more rew // Best Magnus
I found a Helly Hanson Odin on clearance when I was looking for a jacket to play disc golf in so it had to be thin, light, warm, and 'cheap'. I didn't know how much I'd love it until I took it out. It's my favorite jacket and I look for excuses to wear it.
Just purchased the Decathlon Trek, I am not familiar with any of these, new to the segment. But it turned out to only be 60$ on sale. Hopefully it's warm and comfy. Recommended a large by size chart. I normally wear a medium. I'll gave to look at that EE Torrid jacket also. Thanks for the comments
Walmart had a $45 sale on it a few days ago and I bit the bullet. Best bang for the buck (runs small so be mindful to order a size up), so warm, toasty and light.
Hands up to Cumulus. I looove that brand. I've got their Inverse down jacket as well as 2 sleeping bags, I wouldn't change for anything. Great loft (900cuin), hydrophobic option, sleeping bags are customisable (down quantity and distribution), length, zippers size and length for UL options, zipper side (for left handed..), choice of fabric.. I love them 😍
They have become kinda expencive. My go to brand nowadays is rab. They are less expencive ecpecially because they use hydrophobic down in all theyer products.
@@radishmoments it's very difficult to say, it depends on so many parameters such as when you're using it/for what activities, how you are dressed under... I've used it in summer above 2500m altitude in t-shirt, it's too warm, but I'm not a chilly person. I'd say it's good for mountaineering in mid season, in static position (when belaying or at camp) with a good layer underneath around -5 to 10°C. Above 10 I would find it too much.
My 4-season down jacket is the Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) Feather Pack hooded jacket. It’s not ultralight at about 15oz, but with 5oz of 800-fill hydrophobic goose down and costing under $200 it’s hard to beat. Temps in the 30s aren’t uncommon in the summer here and it’s perfect for staying warm before bed or after getting up. I’ve also hiked in it in subzero temps. My winter-only jacket is a Marmot Greenland Baffled Down Jacket, I have no idea of fill weight but I was warm setting off fireworks at -20F with just a light fleece under it.
@@alexbillian2846 I really like mine, in winter I generally use it during rest stops and while hiking in subzero temps. The rest of the year I bring it for warmth in camp at night and to stay warm in the mid-upper 30s in my 45F sleeping bag.
I love the Eddie stuff too..Work on a fishing boat and I live in the hooded lite puffy jacket and the insulated stretch pants in the winter. Merry Christmas
Dan, love coming to you for insight on gear. Do you have a video talking about trekking poles? If so can you send me a link to the video. I have a pair of Leki Khumbu Lite poles and I’m overall very happy with them, I’ve just been curious what the difference is between affordable poles and very expensive poles. Thanks!
I own the Decathlon and the EE Torrid. I highly recommend both. Both are under $200. The Torrid is stupid light, is warm when moist, customizable, and MADE IN THE USA!
Greatest all-purpose adventure jacket ever-own 2 (lost a 3rd). I use it as a layer beneath a full down parka if in arctic conditions, but rarely take it off.
Rab Infinity Microlight is my go to jacket, it’s so versatile and does amazingly well if caught in the rain. I may only use it for dog walks, but it is great for a range of weathers and temperatures.
Thank you for this review. I was hiking on the AT and slept in a shelter with a guy when we both pulled out our mini air pumps that the only found because of you! He mentioned to me this really cheap jacket he saw you talk about once, and I could not remember what it was. I remembered as soon as you mentioned it! Love your content keep it up!
The Decathlon version you are showing is (in Europe) about 60 euros. There is a 90 euros version that is even warmer. This one (MT100) is for -5C and the other one (MT500) is suitable up to -10C. Decathlon also has some pretty good merino wool base layers that are way cheaper than the brand versions. I have worked at Decathlon for a few months a long time ago, and we were explained that all of the gear is not just tested in a factory, but at the location where it will be used, in factory locations all over France. So the swimwear is made at the location that is near the beach, the ski clothing near the alps, etc.
Thanks Dan for that great review. In our region for mountaineering, climbing or ski touring porpose the company Mammut is one of the best what you can have. For example the Eigerjoch Light IN Hooded Jacket Men is for me on of the best what I ever had. But yes it is expensive.....
That Decathlon link didn't work for me... but thanks for that option, I just ordered a few things from them! Just getting back into backpacking and need to ease into the big purchases...
You'll likely decide to give it away to a Salvation Army Thrift Store the day after you get it. Hold it up to a bright sky, you can see right through it.
I recently got a mountain equipment company (MEC In Canada) it is a copy of the Ghost whisperer but half the price. Tested skiing and as a mid layer is good to about -16c with just a Merino base layer underneath. Yes it works as jacket to put on for breaks or in camp as well but the flexibility of this weight down jackets makes them a really good buy. Ps these are box wall construction not stitched through which make a big difference
Great video!! Hey Dan, dont know if you have time reading all the comments, just wanted to say that i'be been following for long time and you have great reviews and new updates of the new gear coming outthere! keep the good work! I was wondering why no one from US or at least i haven't found any sort of video review on the brand called 'Nordisk' they have amazing stuff and particularly amazing ultralight down or synthetic jackets. Bunch of ultra runners use them and they rely their lives on their gear sometimes. Anyhow, if you have time to check out their Strato jacket or any new lightweight model, it would be amazing for entire community as quality of your videos is top notch! al the best, Djordje
Have you ever tried La Sportiva apparel? I’ve used their jackets for years (well I worked for them for 4 years) and they are the boooomb… they are developed for skimountaineering. Light and very warm
I would have liked to see the Enlightened Equipment Apex jacket on the list. I've had one for a while now. I stopped using almost anything else. It's an awesome jacket
I would be interested what is your take on Canada Goose jackets? They are expensive and not that transparent - no information on fill weight... but as said, interested what you think of them. Thanks!
I love my RAB Continuum. Bought used from BPL forum member. SOOOO comfy - I agree the helmet-sized hood is borderline comical (you knew that is why it's so big, right?😄). I use it for in-camp since it is way too warm for hiking where I am at.
In Japan, the montbell plasma 1000 costs 28000 yen (with tax), which is around USD 190. In the US, it costs USD 479. Lots of people buy Montbell when travelling to Japan.
I can also recomend the rab microlight alpine very warm small packsize good fit but loses a Bit of Feather but all in all of you but in Sale Great jacket
For real i was window shopping for warm puffers, went to WalMart's site, saw they had one for like 59. Then i checked out youtube and came to Dan's site . . . after the video, I noticed what i saw on WalMart and Dan's vid was THE SAME PUFFER - the Decathlon Forclaz Trek 100. I gotta check it out!
So many great down jackets it is hard to choose. MontBell looks fantastic, but 7 Denier is too light. Any weight savings will be outweighed by the 8 oz. of duct-tape holding it together after the first hike. I would easily add more weight for greater abrasion & tear resistance. How many ounces would be added going to 20, 30 or 40 denier ?
I hiked the PCT with the Decathlon Trek 100. Great puffy. But, I couldn't get it out of my mind that I was a man wearing a women's jacket. The tag said men's, but the zipper was on the wrong side & the chest had a bit extra room. Otherwise, it was light & warm.... And it lasted through the long hike without any problems.
You didn't get a woman's jacket I have the same issue and what I found out is they are manufactured in France and that's the way they do it there. They're more of a European company but becoming popular in the United States. I got used to it real quickly and anybody who wants to say oh you're wearing a woman's jacket I'll say no it's a French jacket you idiot and mine cost $300 less than yours.
Keep in mind many winter jackets have a little extra room in the chest and slim down towards the waist to accommodate for scarves and vests. Many of my jackets except for an Oakley I have are cut somewhat roomier in the chest and it makes sense when you layer and add the scarf.
Thanks and then interesting review Forclaz do the MT 900 a 570 g hot jacket When you giving the weights, I’m guessing you’re talking about Usa as opposed to imperial they’re different different so it’s a bit difficult for us to know how much you’re talking about and how much it actually weighs be great. Have a reference in grams or kilos so everyone understands what it is.
A few weeks ago, the forclaz jacket was on sale at my local Decathlon. I remebered your review from last year, so i bought it for 45;- € , wich is about the same in Dollars at the moment. Until now i am very satisfied.
Trank you for the hint and keep up your awesome Workshop.
Greetings from Germany.
Bought the Decathlon after watching one of your videos. Very happy I didn't spend $300 to save 4 ounces. Decathlon packs small enough, it's warm to 35F with a base layer, and it's well made. Thanks
Just got the Decathlon mt100 for $60 on sale. Excellent down jacket for the price. Also got a Columbia heavier down with their Omni heat technology that is amazing as well ($50 at Columbia outlet)
Thanks Dan, you inspired me to take action and upgrade from my Uniqlo puffer (cheap, synthetic fill but still quite a capable jacket). I dropped $90 on the Decathlon Forclaz Trek 100, 23°F Real Down Packable Puffer. Some thoughts after a couple days use... 1. it's light and warm, 2. the fit is about right; I'm reliably a men's medium (5'7", 155lb) and while body and arm length are perfect, the girth is on the slim side, 3. the fill is "responsibly sourced" duck down, which I can believe given the country of origin and the prominence of duck on the menus there, 4. there are two zippered outside pockets for your hands and that's it, no inside pockets, 5. the hood is thoughtfully contoured so with the zipper zipped right up, the wind doesn't de-hood you in two seconds, 6. it's packable, but there's no stuff bag included. Like it. Good recommendation thank you.
It actually packs into the left pocket & zips up.
@@HUNT24-7 Thanks, I routinely lose those little stuff bags anyway! 🤪
And if anybody is in the market for it right now, it is $59. At Walmart.
@@sarahloy830 you just saved me $30, thanks so much!!!
I have read in multiple posts size up one on Decathlon jackets. I usually wear L and ordered XL and it fits great.
Love the Forclaz Trek 100. I’m not a hiker but I bought one for myself for the cold UK winter, and weeks later went back to Decathlon and got a second one 🤣
Now have one with a hood and one without. I still have a Rab Nebula Pro, which I got in 2020. Albeit that’s still an awesome jacket I’m half tempted to just sell it! After getting the Forclaz one I couldn’t see why I’d need anything else!
Just went on my first backpacking trip this past weekend with my girlfriend. Truth time….you inspired us. You made it look fun and doable. Took your advice on many things and we had a blast. We are hooked. Thanks, Dan!
Awesome to hear!!
@@DanBecker PS….We had the forclaz jackets based on your recommendation in a previous video. Tempt dropped to the low 40’s and we were very comfortable. Highly recommend!
@@DanBecker Hey Dan, what size is your Decathlon jacket you're wearing? Thanks
@@reegsgeer mine is XL and it’s too small. I usually wear XL in everything. This jacket just runs a bit small. Size up!
@@DanielWilliams-uu3uq Thanks! I'm 6foot 235 pounds
Always love your videos! We'd also love to be considered for next year's version of this video. Our Campfire Puffy would be the only one that is fire resistant to keep you safe from the sparks from the fire. Keep up the good work Dan! Cheers.
Temps in the uk aren’t as cold as where you are so I have the Patagonia nano. Mainly as it can get wet and dry quick as I wear it on my bike often when bikepacking. Wish I had the altitude and snowy winters you guys have there. Would make for some epic snow camps
Great reviews Dan! One jacket that was overlooked was the Enlightened Equipments Torrid Jacket. This jacket is extremely lightweight, synthetic and keeps you very warm. You need to do some reviews on this company. I also rock the outdoor vitals Ventus Hoodie, great mid layer option which I wear all year long.
Pretty sure enlightened equipment wouldn’t sponsor him.
But I agree, the EE jacket is great.
Love my Torrid too, although I wish I would have ordered it with a heavier inner fabric. The ultralight fabric is kinda "sticky".
Every person that has that EE jacket loves it. It’s also made in the US unlike all the others he showed.
I love mine so much, neck and hood is the best fit I ever tried
EE torrid three quarter zip with hoodie. Around 6 ounces, works when wet and matched with the pants and booties makes a fantastic option for using a lighter quilt and when cold just wear it all to bed. All for less than a pound.
Just looked at the Decathlon jacket. It’s on sale for $60!! If I didn’t already have two Ghost Whisperers I’d buy one to try. Go get it folks!
I was not aware that they even had Decathlon in the US. I bought the jacket he mentioned a while ago and am very satisfied. Here in Europe it costs about €50 I think. It is of course not nearly as warm as a thick down jacket, but for autumn or for use in combo with other layers, as a super light jacket, it is great to stuff into your backpack for long runs in winter, for skiing, for hikes, etc.
A great way to stay warm after finishign a long run or ski, after you have sweated and need to not cool down too much.
In case no one has already mentioned- the huge hood (on any of these) is of course for the helmet for climbers. Without the oversizing, the hood is useless to those wearing helmets. So it's a good thing.
I have the Decathlon and I love it. I use it in 20 degree temps here in Colorado with only a t-shirt underneath.
Almost unbelievably, I found a Ghost Whisperer in Sams club. They had 5 or 6 at 59 bucks. It’s so light and versatile that I take it on every outing.
I have the Enlightened Equipment Torrid Apex. Very reasonably priced at $ 184.99 and very light at 8.5 oz for Men's medium w/hood. I've taken well below freezing with layering.
Why does it say for 2024 when it was published 2 years ago! I like I’ve been clickbaited
Wow, u spelning from the futer?
@ I am the future!?
The future is now?!
Excuse me sir I must now restart my flying car by manually creating momentum upon my gyroscopic ion generator
SAME!!
I own the Decathalon Trek in both down and synthetic. I took the down version on my AT thru hike and it worked great but I wish I would have had the synthetic one instead. In the Smokies we got hit with a bunch of snow and temps in the 20s. The best way to dry the sweat from your clothes when you stop at the end of the day is to keep them on and put dry layers on outside. I did notice a difference in the insulation properties of the down jacket as my undergarmets started to dry and the vapor passed through the jacket. A synthetic jacket would have solved this issue. They synthetic version is only a couple of ounces heavier and about half of the price. As far as warmth goes, it works as well as the down version.
You'd be surprised how many people on the AT had Decathalon gear. It's definately more popular in certain circles.
The decathlon synthetic jacket is awesome. Down is great but any moisture and it’s rendered useless. I would use synthetic over down anyday for a jacket. Sleeping bag, down all night long
My favorite synthetic puffy of all time has been the Mountain Hardwear Compressor Hooded. I've had a few of the different variants over the years and I absolutely love it.
What other jackets have you tried? The Compressor specs definitely look good. Around 15oz for a Large with all the pockets. With 100-80g insulation.
MontBell makes some serious gear. Highly recommend a deep dive
The best
Picked up the Montbell Plasma jacket in Tokyo at a Montbell store (which was such a blast) for $275 - list cheaper in Japan and the exchange rate is so favorable…. It is soooo warm for the weight
My Decathalon 100 is a great jacket for layering and has taken me into strenuous hikes in -5 (C.) can’t beat the price point, no comparisons.
Yes this jacket punches way above its price tag for sure 👌🏻💪🏻
For most people, the Decathlon is the choice. Money saved can go into other gear that is arguably more important when benefit per dollar is considered. Better pack, better sleep system, better layers, etc. Nice to see some good stuff still coming out of Cumulus, too.
The Montbell looks perfect for someone who avoids every form of vegetation on the planet, and goes nowhere near a wood burning fire. Should also avoid wearing it while backpacking. 7D nylon is just asking to be poked and torn on every single sharp object that exists.
Totally agree.
On my trips i need something durable.
You should always avoid snthetic when sitting next to a wood burning fire.
Never heard of decathlon but going to try it now
I love my decathalon jacket!!!
Just picked up a Columbia Platinum Peak for only 65 euro. Pretty insane value. Will be my 2023 puffer
I saw an older review back in 2023 on the Decathlon Trek 100 I bought it after watching your video. I put it to the test in November 2023 for a trek in Nepal. I did the Annapurna circuit and did the Thorong La Pass. The pass was very cold it was during the shoulder season of fall/winter so the temperature was not below freezing yet but the wind chill made it feel like it was. Actual temperature during the day in the Pass was around 25 - 28 Degree F. I wore a wind/rain proof outer shell with the decathlon jacket underneath along with a fleece and many layers and it did pretty well on the Thorong La Pass. As long as I moved around I kept warm it was still cold but manageable. Once I sat still to rest my feet I felt the freezing wind chill and that wind hit my face and I felt it. We didn't stay in the pass for to long once we took our pictures and drank some tea in the cabin we headed down the mountain and started warming up our body again. If there wasn't any freezing wind in Thorong la pass I believe the Decathlon jacket would have handled the cold temps fine. Overall it's a great down jacket for the price.
Also worth a serious consideration is the Atom SL. Excellent for shoulder seasons and thin enough to be worn under a down/hard shell in colder weather.
The Decathlon puffy jacken is like uber-popular here in Europe. For that like under 50 Eur price, it performs really good. Cons: The out fabric is thin and ofcourse the down is not hydrophobic.
Enjoy your channel Dan
My first port of call on cold days is the Mountain Equipment Lightline, on chilly, camping days i use the Rab Alpine Microlight. Had a few of these over the years, I also use the Mountain Equipment Annapuna jacket, used it as a sleeping bag too
I have the the exact navy decathlon forclaz jacket and it is an incredible jacket. Its is warm, light and wellmade. It has a great fit as well. Also bought the vest version which is awesome as well. Great recommendation.
Hi! What size are you wearing about arcteryx atom in this vídeo ?
Thanks
Thanks! Again Dan will a ICO lantern catch the jacket on fire should have arrived recently for you Diet Coke Dave
Great review Dan. I can only speak from my own experience and the use for me for "small" puffys. I live in Norway and working as an rafting guide and outdoor guide so i say i say the temperatures and weather conditions working is in between very moist to very dry cold +25c til -30c. I can mostly talk about Acteryx since that is my go to. I have the Atom in all the thickness, and shure i use them a lot but my go to will be the Nuclei jacket pretty much all days. Since last year i only find my self use the atom as a mid layer. The Nuclei has outstanding packabillity, weight, drys out faster and feels warmer than the Atom bq of the loft in the fibers. Looking forward to more rew // Best Magnus
I found a Helly Hanson Odin on clearance when I was looking for a jacket to play disc golf in so it had to be thin, light, warm, and 'cheap'. I didn't know how much I'd love it until I took it out. It's my favorite jacket and I look for excuses to wear it.
I bought the decathlon Forclaz on your recommendation and could not be happier. Great jacket for the money!
Just purchased the Decathlon Trek, I am not familiar with any of these, new to the segment. But it turned out to only be 60$ on sale. Hopefully it's warm and comfy. Recommended a large by size chart. I normally wear a medium. I'll gave to look at that EE Torrid jacket also. Thanks for the comments
Walmart had a $45 sale on it a few days ago and I bit the bullet. Best bang for the buck (runs small so be mindful to order a size up), so warm, toasty and light.
Hey Dan! Does the title mean this listing holds true for 2024 as well?
Glad I found this video! I've been looking for a puffy jacket with pit zips. I was starting to think they didn't exist.
Hands up to Cumulus. I looove that brand. I've got their Inverse down jacket as well as 2 sleeping bags, I wouldn't change for anything. Great loft (900cuin), hydrophobic option, sleeping bags are customisable (down quantity and distribution), length, zippers size and length for UL options, zipper side (for left handed..), choice of fabric.. I love them 😍
They have become kinda expencive.
My go to brand nowadays is rab. They are less expencive ecpecially because they use hydrophobic down in all theyer products.
I'm thinking about Inverse as well. How is your experience with its warmth, what temperature range do you think is comfortable with it?
@@radishmoments it's very difficult to say, it depends on so many parameters such as when you're using it/for what activities, how you are dressed under...
I've used it in summer above 2500m altitude in t-shirt, it's too warm, but I'm not a chilly person.
I'd say it's good for mountaineering in mid season, in static position (when belaying or at camp) with a good layer underneath around -5 to 10°C. Above 10 I would find it too much.
My 4-season down jacket is the Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) Feather Pack hooded jacket. It’s not ultralight at about 15oz, but with 5oz of 800-fill hydrophobic goose down and costing under $200 it’s hard to beat. Temps in the 30s aren’t uncommon in the summer here and it’s perfect for staying warm before bed or after getting up. I’ve also hiked in it in subzero temps.
My winter-only jacket is a Marmot Greenland Baffled Down Jacket, I have no idea of fill weight but I was warm setting off fireworks at -20F with just a light fleece under it.
you would say the feather pack could be a good winter hiking piece?
@@alexbillian2846 I really like mine, in winter I generally use it during rest stops and while hiking in subzero temps. The rest of the year I bring it for warmth in camp at night and to stay warm in the mid-upper 30s in my 45F sleeping bag.
I like the Eddie Bauer brand they sometimes have good sales and go up against jackets that cost more money 😊
Agreed, i have a few eddie B jackets that go head to head with my Kuhl jackets
I love the Eddie stuff too..Work on a fishing boat and I live in the hooded lite puffy jacket and the insulated stretch pants in the winter. Merry Christmas
Dan, love coming to you for insight on gear. Do you have a video talking about trekking poles? If so can you send me a link to the video. I have a pair of Leki Khumbu Lite poles and I’m overall very happy with them, I’ve just been curious what the difference is between affordable poles and very expensive poles. Thanks!
Please try the mountain equipment lightline jacket... Punches well above its weight in every way possible...
I own the Decathlon and the EE Torrid. I highly recommend both. Both are under $200. The Torrid is stupid light, is warm when moist, customizable, and MADE IN THE USA!
Arc'teryx atom LT is all anyone needs, with a quality shell on top, you got a perfect system.
Exactly... i love a good one and done system where i dont need separate items, maybe an undervest to go with the shell but its perfect
Greatest all-purpose adventure jacket ever-own 2 (lost a 3rd). I use it as a layer beneath a full down parka if in arctic conditions, but rarely take it off.
Nuclei FL > Atom LT
Agree! I spent years looking for a 1 and done do all jacket and the Atom LT is just that.
EE for exemple is better and a small local company, like many other
Hi Dan, what's your opinion on the RAB Mythic Alpine Down Jacket? It seems to tick every box but I can't find much buzz around it...
Same here 🤔
Found a MH Ghost Whisperer 2 (no hood) at a Columbia outlet for ~$95. Easy to justify when you get that kind of deal 😂
100% agree with your #1 choice. The Decathlon down range is outstanding (including the summit version).
Montbell makes some amazing stuff I’ve got the rain trekker jacket and I like it more than the outdoor research helium
Nice selection. Down and feathers are not the same things though. I think the term you were looking for is fibers in reference to the down.
Rab Infinity Microlight is my go to jacket, it’s so versatile and does amazingly well if caught in the rain. I may only use it for dog walks, but it is great for a range of weathers and temperatures.
Thanks Dan, may I know the name or product code of the rotatable chair which was shown on 11:05？ Thanks a lot for your kind reply.
The decathlon is $60 online if you get it in one of the sale colors. Sweet deal. I ordered one at that price.
Funny, I’ve been looking for a puffy! Thanks! You totally helped me choose one.❤
Thank you for this review. I was hiking on the AT and slept in a shelter with a guy when we both pulled out our mini air pumps that the only found because of you! He mentioned to me this really cheap jacket he saw you talk about once, and I could not remember what it was. I remembered as soon as you mentioned it! Love your content keep it up!
The Decathlon version you are showing is (in Europe) about 60 euros. There is a 90 euros version that is even warmer. This one (MT100) is for -5C and the other one (MT500) is suitable up to -10C. Decathlon also has some pretty good merino wool base layers that are way cheaper than the brand versions. I have worked at Decathlon for a few months a long time ago, and we were explained that all of the gear is not just tested in a factory, but at the location where it will be used, in factory locations all over France. So the swimwear is made at the location that is near the beach, the ski clothing near the alps, etc.
Thanks Dan for that great review. In our region for mountaineering, climbing or ski touring porpose the company Mammut is one of the best what you can have. For example
the Eigerjoch Light IN Hooded Jacket Men is for me on of the best what I ever had. But yes it is expensive.....
Looks like you've got the Trek 500 linked in the description, not the 100. Just a heads up!
Hey Dan,
So what you’re saying is the higher the down number the less warmer it is???
Rab Alpine. Great with a merino wool undershirt. Good down to about freezing when twinned with hat and d decent gloves.
Have you ever looked at a Columbia Omni heat? I am looking for some new gear curious to see how the Omni heat technology stacks up against down??🤔🤔😎😎
I just ordered the Decathlon Trek 100. Got it for $50 Canadian. Thanks for the tip.
Where did you order the jacket from which store or outlet located in the US or Canada?
@@Canadaman4403 Decathlon. They are 80 plus now.
That Decathlon link didn't work for me... but thanks for that option, I just ordered a few things from them! Just getting back into backpacking and need to ease into the big purchases...
Ordered the Decathlon for $60!! I hope it lives up to the expectations and is warm
You'll likely decide to give it away to a Salvation Army Thrift Store the day after you get it. Hold it up to a bright sky, you can see right through it.
I got that Decathlon jacket for my wife. I personally own the 0 degree down jacket they sell and it's awesome. Big fan of Decathlon stuff.
And affordable
@@deekelley891 Very!
I awesome it’s made in China by some 12 year olds chained to the sawing machine.
@@mtadams2009 - I'm sure you'll be happy to know said 12-year-olds had nothing to do with the sawing of this coat since it's not made of wood.
@@SkitterComic That’s funny, my bad.
Have you ever tested Montbell's ultralight rain jacket? The Montbell Versalite. They claim 6.4 oz for 30'000mm and a huge amount of breathability
Dan, why no Mountain Equipment ? Lightline, Senja etc.
Love my Decathlon jacket. Strong suggestion: go one size up. Wear a large? Get the XL instead.
I absolutely love my decathalon down jacket! Hands down the best jacket I've owned. Bought all my family one too
I recently got a mountain equipment company (MEC In Canada) it is a copy of the Ghost whisperer but half the price. Tested skiing and as a mid layer is good to about -16c with just a Merino base layer underneath. Yes it works as jacket to put on for breaks or in camp as well but the flexibility of this weight down jackets makes them a really good buy. Ps these are box wall construction not stitched through which make a big difference
What would you recommend for Toronto in February? Cost not an issue
Great video!! Hey Dan, dont know if you have time reading all the comments, just wanted to say that i'be been following for long time and you have great reviews and new updates of the new gear coming outthere! keep the good work! I was wondering why no one from US or at least i haven't found any sort of video review on the brand called 'Nordisk' they have amazing stuff and particularly amazing ultralight down or synthetic jackets. Bunch of ultra runners use them and they rely their lives on their gear sometimes. Anyhow, if you have time to check out their Strato jacket or any new lightweight model, it would be amazing for entire community as quality of your videos is top notch! al the best,
Djordje
Have you ever tried La Sportiva apparel? I’ve used their jackets for years (well I worked for them for 4 years) and they are the boooomb… they are developed for skimountaineering. Light and very warm
How does the Cumulus inverse compare to the mont bell plasma in term of warmth?
I would have liked to see the Enlightened Equipment Apex jacket on the list. I've had one for a while now. I stopped using almost anything else. It's an awesome jacket
EE is a great company and absolutely a great jacket. And made in MN. You betcha.
I would be interested what is your take on Canada Goose jackets? They are expensive and not that transparent - no information on fill weight... but as said, interested what you think of them. Thanks!
I love my RAB Continuum. Bought used from BPL forum member. SOOOO comfy - I agree the helmet-sized hood is borderline comical (you knew that is why it's so big, right?😄). I use it for in-camp since it is way too warm for hiking where I am at.
Whatever jacket you buy, don't get sparks from the fire on it!
Dan, are you absolutely sure the Rab jacket is the Neutrino Pro?
Can you do best mid layers? My husband gets cold so easy and l am trying to get him into winter hiking.
Dan, Can you do a review of the Sitka Ambient Jacket⁉️
Hi Dan. Have you tried the Rab Zero G ? 130g of 1,000 FP down. 300grams so UL for that warmth to weight
They have a new jacket called the mythic alpine which is pretty cool too. 140g of 900 fill in a 313g jacket.
@@imahuman1996 yeah I have seen that jacket. It looks great also. So many cool options on the market 👍
In Japan, the montbell plasma 1000 costs 28000 yen (with tax), which is around USD 190. In the US, it costs USD 479. Lots of people buy Montbell when travelling to Japan.
I can also recomend the rab microlight alpine very warm small packsize good fit but loses a Bit of Feather but all in all of you but in Sale Great jacket
Thoughts on north face Hydrenalite??
Arc’teryx Cerium SV not on the list bro for 2024? I just picked it up
You should try out the feathered friends Eos jacket if you get the chance. That's been my go to for a while now but they can be little hard to find.
Is it true that the OV Varrio is better if you're actively hiking because you can actually sweat in it without causing the down to wet out?
Haglofs lim Essens for me, weird name but has 70g of fill in a 170g jacket, this brand doesn’t get enough love.
Does the plasma 1000 hold up to carrying a 30 pound pack?
Thanks for the review. How come no North Face?
Are you wearing the Apple Watch Ultra? If so, have you used it on trail? And how does it compare to other watches?
For real i was window shopping for warm puffers, went to WalMart's site, saw they had one for like 59. Then i checked out youtube and came to Dan's site . . . after the video, I noticed what i saw on WalMart and Dan's vid was THE SAME PUFFER - the Decathlon Forclaz Trek 100. I gotta check it out!
So many great down jackets it is hard to choose. MontBell looks fantastic, but 7 Denier is too light. Any weight savings will be outweighed by the 8 oz. of duct-tape holding it together after the first hike. I would easily add more weight for greater abrasion & tear resistance. How many ounces would be added going to 20, 30 or 40 denier ?
I recently got the Eddie Bauer microtherm 2.0 hooded down coat. 800 fill and warm. It's very affordable and gets the job done
Thanks for the jacket recommendations, Halpert.
What do think about the Columbia FullDown Jackets?!
I hiked the PCT with the Decathlon Trek 100. Great puffy. But, I couldn't get it out of my mind that I was a man wearing a women's jacket. The tag said men's, but the zipper was on the wrong side & the chest had a bit extra room. Otherwise, it was light & warm.... And it lasted through the long hike without any problems.
You didn't get a woman's jacket I have the same issue and what I found out is they are manufactured in France and that's the way they do it there. They're more of a European company but becoming popular in the United States. I got used to it real quickly and anybody who wants to say oh you're wearing a woman's jacket I'll say no it's a French jacket you idiot and mine cost $300 less than yours.
Keep in mind many winter jackets have a little extra room in the chest and slim down towards the waist to accommodate for scarves and vests. Many of my jackets except for an Oakley I have are cut somewhat roomier in the chest and it makes sense when you layer and add the scarf.
can you review the Tropicfeel NS60 Jacket
Thanks and then interesting review Forclaz do the MT 900 a 570 g hot jacket
When you giving the weights, I’m guessing you’re talking about Usa as opposed to imperial they’re different different so it’s a bit difficult for us to know how much you’re talking about and how much it actually weighs be great. Have a reference in grams or kilos so everyone understands what it is.
Is the RAB microlight warmer than the Ghost Whisperer ? Thanks
Do you guys have Decathlon in the US? Great :)
Cheers from France (Decathlon's land)
How about the Sam's club special Eddie Bauer EB650 jacket for $34?
I bought the Super Furnace from Skyline outerwear and it was the best puff I have every had.