Hi Kirk!! --- THANK YOU for the review! THANKS also, of course, for working with us in the first place!! A really big thing for us is that you purchased for the Mrs. We LOVE that. Here's hoping you both wear the wool for many years in great health!! Should any problems come up, please LMK. I'm going to link your review on today's Blog and probably social media, too. I assume that will be OK??! We really appreciate being able to point people to impartial eval. ......... Enjoy the warm months ... Fall will be here soon enough!! Best Regards --- Ralph
This is very helpful! Thank you for comparing so well against your other wool outerwear. Now if only they would expand sizing for smaller-top and petite women.
I live in Montana and bought my anorak last winter. We had a mild winter so I was not really able to test it out theway I wanted. This winter is more normal (cold) wearing it today to go get our Christmas trees. Love this garment and Ralph!
Fantastic review. I’m so happy there are people like you that help us discover these great American companies that actually produces high quality items and are not about marketing and all its lies.
Great video. I've had a Filson cruiser for about 5 years and just bought another. Been trying to get some hunting buddies to get onto all-wool. I swear by it and I wear wool socks all SUMMER even. I'd not heard of King of the Mountain before...checking them out online. Nice. Cheers man
Thanks for making this review. I live in northern WI too, so you know as well as I do how hard it is to find good winter clothing for as cold as it gets up here. I’ve had other wool jackets, and they’re all a little breezy and scratchy for me. Good to know this one lives up to the hype, just ordered the all-around jacket 👍🏻
Question: When you go on a hunt, are you typically wearing the jacket on the way in and in the tree? Are you throwing another layer under at the tree? Are you packing it in? I'd always been skeptical of wool outerwear for hunting because its heavy to pack and not windproof, thus have always worn wool or synthetic baselayers and brush pants in and packed a lofted, windproof parka/bibs for the windy 10 hour November sits. Open minded to wool outerwear, but am curious to know how you use it logistically.
Hey man I’ve watched your videos, you helped me with my gps a few years ago with your content. I believe I hunt in very similar conditions to yours, mostly public land near Hayward, WI. So 80% of the time I am riding a E bike to get closer to my spots, then walk in the rest of the way. I am very conscious to not to work up a sweat and have most spots prepped. That being said I am usually packing in my top layer outside my pack and have my next layer a down jacket or heated vest in the pack unless it’s single digits Iam wearing that one. I don’t usually wear a wool outer jacket in the single digits on stand during bow season because I never get down and still hunt, I use a windproof scent lok jacket for that. When it’s that cold there are better options that provide more insulation for there weight. If it’s in the teens though and it may rain or snow I wear the wool, it will keep you dry in all but a sustained rain shower. The Weatherwool is far better then others as far as windproof too and I own and have used most all of them. In the 20s and above without gusting winds I wear the wool in and add a down jacket or heated vest at the stand. Quiet entry and I dont get sweated up line I would with synthetics. Hope that helps 👍 Let me know if you want to bow hunt some very low pressured public land in WI, I know a guy. Good luck.
I have had my Filson wool packer coat, with shearling collar etc, since 2008, and everyone always thinks that I’ll get too hot but realistically it insulates about the same as a standard down puffy jacket, it still requires layers and I still get cold when the wind blows and it’s 15° out. Looking forward to trying weather wool.
Wool is good down into the teens and when active below that but if your not active when it’s very cold there are better alternatives. Weatherwool is definitely better for blocking the wind and a bit warmer than others I’ve tried.
I own the same Packer - great coat, but you’re totally right about its ability to insulate. I love the way it looks and fits, though! I’m leaning towards picking one of these anoraks up, but don’t know if I should buy the mid weight or heavy weight version. I’m in Chicago, so it’s a mixed bag here, weather wise.
Great review, undoubtedly a superior coat. He made one error though about the Filson Mackinaw Cruiser: they do not use cotton blended into the fabric. 100% wool. It is not all the non scratchy merino wool like the weather wool, but it sheds dirt a little easier than most other wools. The weather wool is a superior garment in many ways but the Filson is great in many ways also.
Actually Filson does have cotton in it When a company says it’s 100% virgin wool that means the wool that is used in the garment is only wool from the first shearing of sheep. Meaning it has never before been sheared and none of it is recycled wool. That being said it doesn’t mean that the garment is not made from other materials other than wool it’s a marketing tool. Usually the vertical fibers are cotton and wool is woven through it but that is not the case with weatherwool.
@@backinthewoods2022 You are mistaken here. If the warp fibers (vertical to you ) were cotton than the fabric would be almost 50% cotton. I think if you check with Filson they would tell you that the Mackinaw fabric is indeed 100% wool and if stated it has to be all wool. Filson would not be able to legally say that the fabric is 100% wool and have cotton in it.
I came across this video by chance. I purchased the aaj this winter, and I am loving it. I am studying for my masters electrical license and will take the test soon. I live in minnesota and am looking to make new friendships. It seems like we have a lot in common. I would love to start a friendship online and in person.
I have the heavy Anorak and All-Around Jacket as well, and agree on all points. This is my second winter with the Anorak, and my friends wonder if it ever comes off. Between about -10F and +40F, it pretty much doesn’t. Also, it is kinda fussy to put on and remove, what with all the zippers and buttons…
For various reasons, some people LOVE a pullover. My shoulders are shot, so I seldom wear my Anorak. But those who do, mostly leave it on for a long time! Sometimes for days and even weeks (Military) without taking it off. THANK YOU for working with us! -- Ralph
I purchased the Weather Wool heavyweight black anorak and was so impressed I bought a medium weight olive drab one and a heavyweight one for my wife. Just like you: I have several Filson branded wool/Tin Cloth products and they are nice and I still use them. However, they are not in the same league as Weather wool. Weather Wool is not that much more expensive than Filson. This Anorak is the most awesome all round fall/winter weather garmet I've ever owned! The function and overall quality is impeccable. Furthermore, the folks at WW are a pleasure to deal with. Thanks for the well done review!
@@WesternRAM I’ve never used or felt their mid weight I live where in Wisconsin and wool is good in a variety of temperatures so I just got the heavy weight. I think it’s good from the 50s to single digits depending on activity level and layering
@@backinthewoods2022 okay.. I ordered there midweight anorak and hoping that’ll be sufficient for me. I work construction so most of the time I stay moving, but there are times where it’s limited movement. I plan on layering with a merino wool base, a fleece mid and the anorak as an outer layer. My main goal is to have breathability so when I sweat I don’t have to take layers off. If I get overly cold I do have an outer layer I can put over the anorak. I will also use the anorak for hiking. I don’t hunt so I won’t be using it to stay stationary in a tree stand lol. I only weight 140 and have a slim build, but I get rather use to the cold in the winter months in PA.
But very limited stock. Still waiting on my chance. But the balaclava is gear kit. Will buy more. Will also buy couple yards of material. Mexican poncho.
Any thoughts on stormy kromer mackinaw jacket? All wool or do you know if they have any cotton or other material snuck in there? Also any recommendations for wool pants that are Virgin wool without any other materials? I want this stuff but can’t spend that kind of money at the moment. Basically you got any runner ups lol.
Their stuff is nice, but way too expensive. Who has $600-$900 to drop on a single jacket? You could buy a chunky wool pullover and a stormy kromer mackinaw jacket for way less and just layer them as needed. An added benefit of that is that you can wear the jacket 3 out of 4 seasons. The one you're wearing is probably too hot for early fall and late spring, and you can't even unzip the front to cool down. Overall, I'd love to own something like that, but for someone who isn't rich there are better ways to spend your money.
Wool keeps you comfortable in a wide range of temperatures that’s why it’s so great this particular wool in my experience keeps you warmer down another ten degrees and in higher winds because I’m a dork and have tested it out with my other wool. The pullover I’m wearing can dump the heat just as well as a regular jacket because of the side zips. I’m of the opinion if you know your going to get use out of it but the expensive one it’s going to last you and if it’s a little better than the alternative you will get even more use out of it. The weatherwool really is tighter warmer and softer then the others I know because I have pretty much all of the others and have used them. That being said if your not outdoors all the time you might not benefit from it. If I lived in the city I would just get Filson and be perfectly happy but when I’m on a canoe trip for a week by myself in October I’m bringing my weatherwool.
I wear wool for lower level stuff, other gear for mountains .... wools ideal for bushcraft and woodsy stuff, but more technical gear works better for mountaineering.
@@backinthewoods2022 I'll take a look. I did order a pair of pants and the charge came up as $0.00. Don't know if that's a mistake or whether they figure their stuff is so good, I will not be able to resist buying more (with a non-zero cost).
We have a great many customers in Gulf Coast States. Our wool gets a LOT of use in Alabama. Wool does a great job with that 100% humid-cold .... ----- Ralph
I do have a pair of pants from them. It is very good quality stuff. My pants have a quilted lining and are good for when it’s single digits or colder. I would say if you want the full benefit from wool though I wouldn’t get a lined garment. I’m sure Micklagard has unlined stuff but I’m not sure. I will say it took a couple months to get those pants so both companies are hard to get stuff from in my experience. If I had to pick between the to Weatherwool has a warmer wool in my opinion.
Did you come to a decision? I'm stuck with the same dilemma. I like what weatherwool offers more but I'm from europe so with all the taxes and duties the final price would be like twice as much as micklagaard 😬
You'll be hard pressed to find a wool brand that makes more durable, yet comfortable wool outerwear. You'll be even harder pressed to find their products in stock.
SOME wool is itchy. There are many types of wool and many ways to process wool into garments. Our spec has always required our Fabric be comfortable on bare skin. Best Regards -- Ralph
Have I just watched an 18 minute infomercial? I didn't see any statement that you bought it with your own money, are not sponsored and have no affiliation with Weather Wool. I can see a comment from Weather Wool at the top of the comments. So it seems to me that you have an affiliation with them. For me it significantly reduces any "better than [product]" claim! It should be disclosed in the video. But informative nonetheless. Thank you.
Nope no affiliation. Never thought to put a disclaimer on the video. I have a bunch of wool from others as well and wear them often too, just found this one to be warmer. I paid for their products myself, full price.
A lot complain about the price, how many of us put $900 on a new smart phone every 2 years? This is a lifetime product, the conclusion I’ve come up with is… most people fluctuate in weight and don’t want to invest into something like this. Oh times are tough!!! 😂😂😂😂
You sound like a great guy. But anyone who spends $ 800-900 dollars on a wool shirt is suspect for mental issues. And I mean no disrespect whatsoever. I could buy #4-5 heavy wool coats for that. I have no plans to lay in a creek or go swimming in the winter. I've seen the owner Al do this. His point is even if wet , it will keep you warm. All 100% wool will do that also. Not just AL's stuff . That's why the U.S. navy uses wool. I can go to any department store and get a heavy peacoat for $ 150. I can get surplus 100% wool for even cheaper than that. I bought a polar fleece anorak hand made for $150 and it is just as warm if not warmer than wool. Polar fleece is great stuff. I think paying a Grand for a shirt is pure ""Lunacy "" , but if you got it to burn , and money is no issue, go for it. To each their own. My Dad would roll over in his grave if I bought one of those for that. Pure Lunacy. Peace.
I can’t afford the best car or the biggest house and I wouldn’t use all the extras if I did but I can afford the best wool and it’s only a couple hundred more than the cheaper stuff. It does the same thing as the cheaper stuff too just better it’s warmer for the weight because it’s tighter which makes it much more wind resistant and it’s softer so now I can have less layers for the same conditions or layer up and stay out in colder conditions and I know this because I have the other stuff. And theres no reason why these jackets won’t last the rest of my life a one time purchase that I use almost on a daily bases half the year because of how often Iam outside. I can’t think of too many ways to spend my money more wisely. Fleece does not do what wool does when your active outdoors it’s not even a debate. Just yesterday I rode my fat tire bike about 2 miles on logging trails and then walked a 1/2 mile trying to cut a track while muzzleloader hunting. Coming back to the house my wife said a Buck cross the drive and I started to track that deer for close to a mile catching up to him once but no shot. If I was wearing anything but wool I would have been wet and chilled by the end. This all took place during a snow storm that dumped 8” with 20 degree temps. I’ll get my hundreds back out of this clothing for sure.
@@backinthewoods2022 I spent a $1000 on a Flintlock Fowler .72 Ga. Had it handmade by an old school gunsmith He has a waiting list of up to 5 years. I sort of cheated the line and paid extra. It is a one of a kind gun. Almost to pretty to take down off the mantle. It's a crowd stopper for sure. It's a shooter too . 99% of the population has never even heard of a fowler. Much less know what they are for. I'm an injun first and a hillbilly on the side. I have around 50 traps . I have a lot of guns and twice as many knives , I have #2 packs , both gun toters . Which are rare to ever see. My two favorite knives I carry on my hip are a Buck Pathfinder and a cold steel 1917 frontier bowie. I also always have my hawk . To me a grand on a rifle is smart , a hundrerd on a lands end 100% wool sweater is smart . $200 on Minnesota or Jim Brigger animal traps and snares . $30 bucks for a gill net , and $15 on #3 yo-yo fishing traps . And I can go anywhere anytime and do just fine off grid . Or camping or survival. The smart money is stretching your money for needed gear and accessories. $1000 for just a shirt is lunacy. You're saying #1 shirt is better than #10 100% wool sweaters from Lands' End . I beg to differ . As I said to each his own Got it to burn fine with me. But the smart bet would be on the #10 . After all you are talking survival. If it's strictly based off fashion or a want , then that's different. Isn't it ??? Ever notice all these survival people telling you what is good or bad , usually has 0% content on trapping, or how or why to have a gill net or how to tan hides or smoke meat or fish. Or anything of useful content in the wild. Like how to make your own shoes or clothes. It's always about $1000-dollar wool shirts, or emergency generators or the newest bestest survival knife. Best Bowie knife on the market is which one ??? It's the cold steel 1917 Why??? Real content!!! Why is it the best choice?? Why is the Fowler the very best gun to have?? Real content. I don't think a $1000 shirt has much to do with survival. Except for the 1% who have that kind of money to burn. Which is not most people on YT . Or most people in General. If I had $1000 dollars to burn it would be on new tires for the jeep or a new Browning rifle or ....... ! Peace.
@@thebigfellar7178 it sounds like your explaining to me how legit you are as a woodsman and then go on to list a bunch of stuff you don’t need like $1000 guns when a simple $400 one will do the same job with the same caliber. How many knives does one guy need butcher skinning edc four or five? Your into guns knives and traps and spend more then you need to to end up with the same result you could for $1000 less and you took the time to comment on me spending a couple hundred bucks more on a wool coat I don’t understand you bud your doing the very same thing your faulting me for and to a larger degree.
@@backinthewoods2022 I was going to respond to @thebigfellar7178 but glad I read your note first. Really appreciate the way you put it!! Sounds like you live in a great spot!! ... MANY THANKS for the review and for working with us! -- Ralph --- But also, as thebigfellar writes, choose your own stuff for your own sitch! When I was 22, I drove a $100 old Chevy and loved it. When I was 32, it was a new Corvette. Now, I'm 69 and driving a 2011 pickup with 170,000 miles on it.
@@thebigfellar7178 This is funny!! I think what you're saying is that you really appreciate guns and knives. And what I also understand from this is that you don't appreciate and don't know woolens. No worries. Enjoy what you enjoy --- Ralph
You're too wordy brother. At 5:27 I visited the Weather Wool site. I could not find one price listed. If a salesman can't get a price out of his mouth, screw'em. Let'em keep their product on the back seat of their car. I'm not buying it. And that looks like a really good, heavy, piece of gear. Good luck to you.
Hi Kirk!! --- THANK YOU for the review! THANKS also, of course, for working with us in the first place!! A really big thing for us is that you purchased for the Mrs. We LOVE that. Here's hoping you both wear the wool for many years in great health!! Should any problems come up, please LMK. I'm going to link your review on today's Blog and probably social media, too. I assume that will be OK??! We really appreciate being able to point people to impartial eval. ......... Enjoy the warm months ... Fall will be here soon enough!! Best Regards --- Ralph
Unbelievably informative. A treasure buried deep in the tube, very glad to have found and liked this video.
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks Kirk. Nothing like getting a nice wool jacket and having it wear well. Have a fine weekend. 👍🏽🙂
That is some good to know info, Kirk. Thanks. Will definitely check out Ralph's line-up.
Love the detail in this review. Thanks!
This is very helpful! Thank you for comparing so well against your other wool outerwear. Now if only they would expand sizing for smaller-top and petite women.
Glad it was helpful!
First!! I love merino wool for winter and hunting.
I live in Montana and bought my anorak last winter. We had a mild winter so I was not really able to test it out theway I wanted. This winter is more normal (cold) wearing it today to go get our Christmas trees. Love this garment and Ralph!
THANKS for working with us! -- Ralph
Fantastic review. I’m so happy there are people like you that help us discover these great American companies that actually produces high quality items and are not about marketing and all its lies.
Great video. I've had a Filson cruiser for about 5 years and just bought another. Been trying to get some hunting buddies to get onto all-wool. I swear by it and I wear wool socks all SUMMER even. I'd not heard of King of the Mountain before...checking them out online. Nice. Cheers man
Thanks for making this review. I live in northern WI too, so you know as well as I do how hard it is to find good winter clothing for as cold as it gets up here. I’ve had other wool jackets, and they’re all a little breezy and scratchy for me. Good to know this one lives up to the hype, just ordered the all-around jacket 👍🏻
Me too!
Love mine
Thank you for the information. Enjoy the outdoors more because there are NO BUGS in winter. :)
Very true!
Great that he is producing some items, I've had a hat on order since July of 2022...
I've worn mine from the freezing tundra of Texas (snowmaggedon) to Tanana Alaska. I love my "Al's Anorak." Best piece of clothing I have ever bought.
WOW ... BIG THANKS! -- Ralph
Hi Kirk, very useful review and comparation. Thumbs up and channel subscribed.
Many greetings from Germany,
Attila
Lo and behold, ralph makes blankets now. 😂typical
Came here to see how the brown colour looked, stayed for the full review! Nice work man.
Just got my WeatherWool Anorak, and it's amazing!
THANK YOU for working with us! -- Ralph
Damn i wish weatherwool made a super long edgy black or dark grey coat version of this. would buy tomorrow
Would love to get some weather wool. I love your Bouvier, one of the best dogs I ever had was a Bouvier.
They are a great dog this is our second. Thanks for watching
Question: When you go on a hunt, are you typically wearing the jacket on the way in and in the tree? Are you throwing another layer under at the tree? Are you packing it in? I'd always been skeptical of wool outerwear for hunting because its heavy to pack and not windproof, thus have always worn wool or synthetic baselayers and brush pants in and packed a lofted, windproof parka/bibs for the windy 10 hour November sits. Open minded to wool outerwear, but am curious to know how you use it logistically.
Hey man I’ve watched your videos, you helped me with my gps a few years ago with your content. I believe I hunt in very similar conditions to yours, mostly public land near Hayward, WI. So 80% of the time I am riding a E bike to get closer to my spots, then walk in the rest of the way. I am very conscious to not to work up a sweat and have most spots prepped. That being said I am usually packing in my top layer outside my pack and have my next layer a down jacket or heated vest in the pack unless it’s single digits Iam wearing that one. I don’t usually wear a wool outer jacket in the single digits on stand during bow season because I never get down and still hunt, I use a windproof scent lok jacket for that. When it’s that cold there are better options that provide more insulation for there weight. If it’s in the teens though and it may rain or snow I wear the wool, it will keep you dry in all but a sustained rain shower. The Weatherwool is far better then others as far as windproof too and I own and have used most all of them. In the 20s and above without gusting winds I wear the wool in and add a down jacket or heated vest at the stand. Quiet entry and I dont get sweated up line I would with synthetics. Hope that helps 👍
Let me know if you want to bow hunt some very low pressured public land in WI, I know a guy. Good luck.
I have had my Filson wool packer coat, with shearling collar etc, since 2008, and everyone always thinks that I’ll get too hot but realistically it insulates about the same as a standard down puffy jacket, it still requires layers and I still get cold when the wind blows and it’s 15° out. Looking forward to trying weather wool.
Wool is good down into the teens and when active below that but if your not active when it’s very cold there are better alternatives. Weatherwool is definitely better for blocking the wind and a bit warmer than others I’ve tried.
I own the same Packer - great coat, but you’re totally right about its ability to insulate. I love the way it looks and fits, though! I’m leaning towards picking one of these anoraks up, but don’t know if I should buy the mid weight or heavy weight version. I’m in Chicago, so it’s a mixed bag here, weather wise.
Great info! Awesome dogs! Any thoughts on sizing?
Great review, undoubtedly a superior coat. He made one error though about the Filson Mackinaw Cruiser: they do not use cotton blended into the fabric. 100% wool. It is not all the non scratchy merino wool like the weather wool, but it sheds dirt a little easier than most other wools. The weather wool is a superior garment in many ways but the Filson is great in many ways also.
Actually Filson does have cotton in it
When a company says it’s 100% virgin wool that means the wool that is used in the garment is only wool from the first shearing of sheep. Meaning it has never before been sheared and none of it is recycled wool. That being said it doesn’t mean that the garment is not made from other materials other than wool it’s a marketing tool. Usually the vertical fibers are cotton and wool is woven through it but that is not the case with weatherwool.
@@backinthewoods2022 You are mistaken here. If the warp fibers (vertical to you ) were cotton than the fabric would be almost 50% cotton. I think if you check with Filson they would tell you that the Mackinaw fabric is indeed 100% wool and if stated it has to be all wool. Filson would not be able to legally say that the fabric is 100% wool and have cotton in it.
I came across this video by chance. I purchased the aaj this winter, and I am loving it. I am studying for my masters electrical license and will take the test soon. I live in minnesota and am looking to make new friendships. It seems like we have a lot in common. I would love to start a friendship online and in person.
Thanks appreciate it
I have the heavy Anorak and All-Around Jacket as well, and agree on all points. This is my second winter with the Anorak, and my friends wonder if it ever comes off. Between about -10F and +40F, it pretty much doesn’t. Also, it is kinda fussy to put on and remove, what with all the zippers and buttons…
I agree it is difficult to put on and even more so to take off but cuts the wind better because of not having the big front zipper.
For various reasons, some people LOVE a pullover. My shoulders are shot, so I seldom wear my Anorak. But those who do, mostly leave it on for a long time! Sometimes for days and even weeks (Military) without taking it off. THANK YOU for working with us! -- Ralph
Johnson woolenmills is another good one
I purchased the Weather Wool heavyweight black anorak and was so impressed I bought a medium weight olive drab one and a heavyweight one for my wife. Just like you: I have several Filson branded wool/Tin Cloth products and they are nice and I still use them. However, they are not in the same league as Weather wool. Weather Wool is not that much more expensive than Filson. This Anorak is the most awesome all round fall/winter weather garmet I've ever owned! The function and overall quality is impeccable. Furthermore, the folks at WW are a pleasure to deal with. Thanks for the well done review!
Agree👍
Which do you prefer full weight or medium weight?
@@WesternRAM I’ve never used or felt their mid weight I live where in Wisconsin and wool is good in a variety of temperatures so I just got the heavy weight. I think it’s good from the 50s to single digits depending on activity level and layering
@@backinthewoods2022 okay.. I ordered there midweight anorak and hoping that’ll be sufficient for me. I work construction so most of the time I stay moving, but there are times where it’s limited movement. I plan on layering with a merino wool base, a fleece mid and the anorak as an outer layer. My main goal is to have breathability so when I sweat I don’t have to take layers off. If I get overly cold I do have an outer layer I can put over the anorak. I will also use the anorak for hiking. I don’t hunt so I won’t be using it to stay stationary in a tree stand lol. I only weight 140 and have a slim build, but I get rather use to the cold in the winter months in PA.
@@WesternRAM sounds like the right call
I can't wait to get one
Where is the link please. Will look. Nice educational videos.
But very limited stock. Still waiting on my chance.
But the balaclava is gear kit. Will buy more.
Will also buy couple yards of material. Mexican poncho.
Great video & information. Always willing to support a fellow Cheesehead. I subbed....
Awesome! Thank you!
Any thoughts on stormy kromer mackinaw jacket? All wool or do you know if they have any cotton or other material snuck in there? Also any recommendations for wool pants that are Virgin wool without any other materials? I want this stuff but can’t spend that kind of money at the moment. Basically you got any runner ups lol.
Stormy kromer mackinaw is an amazing coat. All wool and very well made.
Their stuff is nice, but way too expensive. Who has $600-$900 to drop on a single jacket? You could buy a chunky wool pullover and a stormy kromer mackinaw jacket for way less and just layer them as needed. An added benefit of that is that you can wear the jacket 3 out of 4 seasons. The one you're wearing is probably too hot for early fall and late spring, and you can't even unzip the front to cool down. Overall, I'd love to own something like that, but for someone who isn't rich there are better ways to spend your money.
Wool keeps you comfortable in a wide range of temperatures that’s why it’s so great this particular wool in my experience keeps you warmer down another ten degrees and in higher winds because I’m a dork and have tested it out with my other wool. The pullover I’m wearing can dump the heat just as well as a regular jacket because of the side zips. I’m of the opinion if you know your going to get use out of it but the expensive one it’s going to last you and if it’s a little better than the alternative you will get even more use out of it. The weatherwool really is tighter warmer and softer then the others I know because I have pretty much all of the others and have used them. That being said if your not outdoors all the time you might not benefit from it. If I lived in the city I would just get Filson and be perfectly happy but when I’m on a canoe trip for a week by myself in October I’m bringing my weatherwool.
The best woolen jacket for outdoors is without a doubt Micklagaard. Waterproof.
I have their pants👍
I wear wool for lower level stuff, other gear for mountains .... wools ideal for bushcraft and woodsy stuff, but more technical gear works better for mountaineering.
I would love to see your wife’s jacket and hear her thoughts on the one you bought her.
She likes it a lot 👍
Definitely not anything I'll ever be able to afford. Looks like good stuff though.
Please advise me of the breed of your dog. Love it's looks.
Bouvier des Flanders
How tall are you and what size is that all around jacket?
5’ 10” large
Wish I could justify spending that much money, but I live in Alabama and would use it only once or twice a year at most.
Woolrich has some nice stuff that is less expensive and not quite as warm that might work better or Big Bill
@@backinthewoods2022 I'll take a look. I did order a pair of pants and the charge came up as $0.00. Don't know if that's a mistake or whether they figure their stuff is so good, I will not be able to resist buying more (with a non-zero cost).
@@ChaosRules57 weaterwool pants? Those are backordered like a year I think I was looking at some too
@@backinthewoods2022 They sent an email confirmation for what it's worth. I'm out nothing even if I have to wait a year or they never come.
We have a great many customers in Gulf Coast States. Our wool gets a LOT of use in Alabama. Wool does a great job with that 100% humid-cold .... ----- Ralph
Anyone know if weatherwool is warmer than thee Boreal mountain anorak?
If you had to pick the anorak or the AAJ, which one would you pick first hunting
I would choose the coat it’s warmer and easier on and off to change out layers.
Sound like top stuff! Have you ever used a brand called Micklagaard? I am split between them and weatherwool.
I do have a pair of pants from them. It is very good quality stuff. My pants have a quilted lining and are good for when it’s single digits or colder. I would say if you want the full benefit from wool though I wouldn’t get a lined garment. I’m sure Micklagard has unlined stuff but I’m not sure. I will say it took a couple months to get those pants so both companies are hard to get stuff from in my experience. If I had to pick between the to Weatherwool has a warmer wool in my opinion.
@@backinthewoods2022 Nice one! Thanks for the reply & your advice 👍
Did you come to a decision? I'm stuck with the same dilemma. I like what weatherwool offers more but I'm from europe so with all the taxes and duties the final price would be like twice as much as micklagaard 😬
@@s-zo5641for that price I would probably go with the Micklagard
@@backinthewoods2022Yeah. I guess it's the more sensible choice for me.
Filson is mostly made in China, I don't know why people still buy it.
I still think it’s quality they have experience sewing a lot of stuff that’s for sure
You'll be hard pressed to find a wool brand that makes more durable, yet comfortable wool outerwear.
You'll be even harder pressed to find their products in stock.
If you want to get something, please place a backorder! -- Thanks -- Ralph
Is that a black bear cub?...😛
He does make blankets :)
Oh I might have to get one 👍
@@backinthewoods2022 Working on Blankets now. Magic time of year coming! --- Ralph
Have u tried lester river? I didn't hear or not if you did... opinions? Versus?
I have not heard good things though
@Back In The Woods really? Like they're best.. never heard anything bad
@@bigmarkymark9669 sorry I wrote that poorly I meant I have not tried them
But I have heard good things should her put those on different lines
My God so expensive! 😢
Would alpaca wool leggings be to hot with wool pants?
I wear wool long underwear under wool pants if I’m going to sit in 20 degrees or below to stay warm if that helps
Is the Anorak in this video the DUFF Colour?!?!?
Yes👍
Not in stock seems to b3 the prevailing status on their site...not a good look....ain't nobody got time to wait around for a jacket lol
Is that a Bouvier?
Yes it’s our second one, great dog.
Have you seen a price tag?
The Anorak is $655. Thank You -- Ralph
I mean it's wool it literally grows on animals in abundance. Why the heck are these so damn expensive?!
This was explained in the video you are commenting on.
No. Diminishing returns.
Wool is so itchy! Why oh why😓
This stuff isn’t it’s it’s very soft like flannel
SOME wool is itchy. There are many types of wool and many ways to process wool into garments. Our spec has always required our Fabric be comfortable on bare skin. Best Regards -- Ralph
There’s a black bear next to you
Have I just watched an 18 minute infomercial? I didn't see any statement that you bought it with your own money, are not sponsored and have no affiliation with Weather Wool.
I can see a comment from Weather Wool at the top of the comments. So it seems to me that you have an affiliation with them.
For me it significantly reduces any "better than [product]" claim!
It should be disclosed in the video. But informative nonetheless. Thank you.
Nope no affiliation. Never thought to put a disclaimer on the video. I have a bunch of wool from others as well and wear them often too, just found this one to be warmer. I paid for their products myself, full price.
A lot complain about the price, how many of us put $900 on a new smart phone every 2 years?
This is a lifetime product, the conclusion I’ve come up with is… most people fluctuate in weight and don’t want to invest into something like this.
Oh times are tough!!!
😂😂😂😂
Lightweight winter hiking jackets are same price ... but they re plastic and wear out
Too expensive.
You sound like a great guy. But anyone who spends $ 800-900 dollars on a wool shirt is suspect for mental issues. And I mean no disrespect whatsoever. I could buy #4-5 heavy wool coats for that. I have no plans to lay in a creek or go swimming in the winter. I've seen the owner Al do this. His point is even if wet , it will keep you warm. All 100% wool will do that also. Not just AL's stuff . That's why the U.S. navy uses wool. I can go to any department store and get a heavy peacoat for $ 150. I can get surplus 100% wool for even cheaper than that. I bought a polar fleece anorak hand made for $150 and it is just as warm if not warmer than wool. Polar fleece is great stuff. I think paying a Grand for a shirt is pure ""Lunacy "" , but if you got it to burn , and money is no issue, go for it. To each their own. My Dad would roll over in his grave if I bought one of those for that. Pure Lunacy. Peace.
I can’t afford the best car or the biggest house and I wouldn’t use all the extras if I did but I can afford the best wool and it’s only a couple hundred more than the cheaper stuff. It does the same thing as the cheaper stuff too just better it’s warmer for the weight because it’s tighter which makes it much more wind resistant and it’s softer so now I can have less layers for the same conditions or layer up and stay out in colder conditions and I know this because I have the other stuff. And theres no reason why these jackets won’t last the rest of my life a one time purchase that I use almost on a daily bases half the year because of how often Iam outside. I can’t think of too many ways to spend my money more wisely. Fleece does not do what wool does when your active outdoors it’s not even a debate. Just yesterday I rode my fat tire bike about 2 miles on logging trails and then walked a 1/2 mile trying to cut a track while muzzleloader hunting. Coming back to the house my wife said a Buck cross the drive and I started to track that deer for close to a mile catching up to him once but no shot. If I was wearing anything but wool I would have been wet and chilled by the end. This all took place during a snow storm that dumped 8” with 20 degree temps. I’ll get my hundreds back out of this clothing for sure.
@@backinthewoods2022 I spent a $1000 on a Flintlock Fowler .72 Ga. Had it handmade by an old school gunsmith He has a waiting list of up to 5 years. I sort of cheated the line and paid extra. It is a one of a kind gun. Almost to pretty to take down off the mantle. It's a crowd stopper for sure. It's a shooter too . 99% of the population has never even heard of a fowler. Much less know what they are for. I'm an injun first and a hillbilly on the side. I have around 50 traps . I have a lot of guns and twice as many knives , I have #2 packs , both gun toters . Which are rare to ever see. My two favorite knives I carry on my hip are a Buck Pathfinder and a cold steel 1917 frontier bowie. I also always have my hawk . To me a grand on a rifle is smart , a hundrerd on a lands end 100% wool sweater is smart . $200 on Minnesota or Jim Brigger animal traps and snares . $30 bucks for a gill net , and $15 on #3 yo-yo fishing traps . And I can go anywhere anytime and do just fine off grid . Or camping or survival. The smart money is stretching your money for needed gear and accessories. $1000 for just a shirt is lunacy. You're saying #1 shirt is better than #10 100% wool sweaters from Lands' End . I beg to differ . As I said to each his own Got it to burn fine with me. But the smart bet would be on the #10 . After all you are talking survival. If it's strictly based off fashion or a want , then that's different. Isn't it ??? Ever notice all these survival people telling you what is good or bad , usually has 0% content on trapping, or how or why to have a gill net or how to tan hides or smoke meat or fish. Or anything of useful content in the wild. Like how to make your own shoes or clothes. It's always about $1000-dollar wool shirts, or emergency generators or the newest bestest survival knife. Best Bowie knife on the market is which one ??? It's the cold steel 1917 Why??? Real content!!! Why is it the best choice?? Why is the Fowler the very best gun to have?? Real content. I don't think a $1000 shirt has much to do with survival. Except for the 1% who have that kind of money to burn. Which is not most people on YT . Or most people in General. If I had $1000 dollars to burn it would be on new tires for the jeep or a new Browning rifle or ....... ! Peace.
@@thebigfellar7178 it sounds like your explaining to me how legit you are as a woodsman and then go on to list a bunch of stuff you don’t need like $1000 guns when a simple $400 one will do the same job with the same caliber. How many knives does one guy need butcher skinning edc four or five?
Your into guns knives and traps and spend more then you need to to end up with the same result you could for $1000 less and you took the time to comment on me spending a couple hundred bucks more on a wool coat I don’t understand you bud your doing the very same thing your faulting me for and to a larger degree.
@@backinthewoods2022 I was going to respond to @thebigfellar7178 but glad I read your note first. Really appreciate the way you put it!! Sounds like you live in a great spot!! ... MANY THANKS for the review and for working with us! -- Ralph --- But also, as thebigfellar writes, choose your own stuff for your own sitch! When I was 22, I drove a $100 old Chevy and loved it. When I was 32, it was a new Corvette. Now, I'm 69 and driving a 2011 pickup with 170,000 miles on it.
@@thebigfellar7178 This is funny!! I think what you're saying is that you really appreciate guns and knives. And what I also understand from this is that you don't appreciate and don't know woolens. No worries. Enjoy what you enjoy --- Ralph
You're too wordy brother. At 5:27 I visited the Weather Wool site. I could not find one price listed. If a salesman can't get a price out of his mouth, screw'em. Let'em keep their product on the back seat of their car. I'm not buying it. And that looks like a really good, heavy, piece of gear. Good luck to you.
The price is prominent on every product page of the WeatherWool website. Best Regards -- Ralph
cant beat NZ Swanndri
I was tempted at those but am really cutting China stuff, they can make good stuff though.
@@JMGeranimo wool from nz sheep woven in nz,, just stitched together in china by craftsmen whats the problem