UNDER £60 - Winter Down Jacket from FORCLAZ - Trek 100 | 3-YEAR REVIEW | Decathlon

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  • Опубликовано: 9 ноя 2024

Комментарии • 217

  • @JustinOutdoors
    @JustinOutdoors 4 года назад +47

    I'm very jealous that you UKers have had access to Decathlon for so many years! They just made it over to North America and the value of their products is unbeatable!

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад +2

      They really are good value eh! Many thanks for watching Justin.

    • @sigmasd10
      @sigmasd10 3 года назад +3

      Works both ways Justin...You guys in the States have loads of gear we would love to have over here in the UK but you guys pay a lot less because we have much higher postage charges and customs fees to pay on top.

    • @andrewnorris5415
      @andrewnorris5415 3 года назад

      Saw your review on this first, appreciate both these channels!

    • @andrewnorris5415
      @andrewnorris5415 3 года назад

      @@sigmasd10 I dunno, I just got the Sea to Summit Etherlight Extreme Men's regular for £150 all in inc post from France!! They assured me there would be no customs fees - and they were correct. Arrived in less than one week. Way cheaper than in the rest of the UK! A lot more Euro firms have now got their head around the new paperwork, worth checking them out Alf. Always the exchange rate favours the US prices in just about anything, computer games, you name it. If we get a good trade deal eventually we could be importing more stuff from the US, even with shipping costs it could save for the more expensive products.

    • @andrewnorris5415
      @andrewnorris5415 3 года назад

      @@sigmasd10 And a cool thing for me, is I live close to a Decathlon Store, pickup within one hour, and no post. Most items in stock! I have had their gear for years. Their rucksacks are really well-made items and of great value. Their Merino wool blended stuff is great too, as cheap as the Aldi Merino and on sale all the time. And way more durable being blended. Best of all worlds! The Aldi merino I had fell apart, not the Decathlon gear.

  • @Seren3ti
    @Seren3ti 3 года назад +5

    Thanks, Ben, I just purchased this yesterday, £50 in July 21. Benefits for me are the down, packable, and Minus 5 comfortability rating. Your review was great, concise, everything I wanted to know with the additional confirmation of what to wear underneath. A new subscriber. Good to see I am not the only Londoner with a passion for the outdoors. Going off-grid for a week, next week, I'll have a look at a few of your other vids. Keep up the good work.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад +1

      Hi India. Thanks so much for watching and the nice feedback. Really glad the review helped you out too. Also great to find another outdoorsy Londoner!! 👍Ben

  • @whatsnottohike
    @whatsnottohike 3 года назад +3

    I'm glad you showed wearing a fleece underneath, because often, these jackets are pretty warm inside and so if you are wearing just a t-shirt and you start sweating inside, then the jacket gets wet from the inside and loses its warmth, as well as a wet, down coat feels horrible against you. A t-shirt, a fleece/jumper I think should always be warm underneath. I live near a decathlon and they do another down jacket that is -10 and has a breast pocket which is incredible value for the money. Decathlon, for the most part, sell incredible gear for amazing prices.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад +1

      It’s all about the layers isn’t it. I’ve worn a base layer and fleece under this jacket many times and it’s hardly ever let me down in terms of keeping me warm. Decathlon is great value I agree. Many thanks for watching. Ben

    • @whatsnottohike
      @whatsnottohike 3 года назад

      @@benhikescamps yes, get the layers correct and the jacket will do its job. I usually hike in more of a soft shell jacket and use these down jackets to keep warm back at camp. Plus, if you're warm enough sleeping in your sleeping back, these jackets make brilliant pillows when they're folded into their own pocket. Anything to save weight/room in my pack. Thanks again. 😁

  • @401files4
    @401files4 4 года назад +8

    You can’t beat a good down jacket. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of being out in the cold but feeling all snug and warm 😊👌🏻

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад +1

      Totally agree mate.

    • @escapetherace1943
      @escapetherace1943 4 года назад

      It's not down it's fully synthetic, I just got one and it feels a bit cheap, bit tight at the hips even before tightening, but it also seems quite warm and I think it will work for its intended purpose...

    • @alexbarcovsky4319
      @alexbarcovsky4319 2 года назад +1

      @@escapetherace1943 Nah this one is down. The synthetic version also exists under the same name but its cheaper and less packable. You bought the wrong one I reckon. Also decathlon runs a bit small.

    • @escapetherace1943
      @escapetherace1943 2 года назад

      @@alexbarcovsky4319 Dang, I assumed it was the synthetic because of the price.
      I actually own BOTH, a black synthetic and a midnight blue down one in this video so I can't believe I made the mistake, lol. The synthetic one is a spare pretty much that I leave in my car or 2nd kit in case, or can hand to someone who doesn't have the right gear.

  • @FunsizedEarthling
    @FunsizedEarthling 4 года назад +6

    Such a good review, Ben! Very well-presented. I love how concise it is! It contains all the helpful info in a short video but without the jibber-jabber. Cheers for sharing. 🙌🏼 Mari

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад

      Thanks for that Mari. I try hard to avoid waffling (where possible) so that's good to know! Hope all well :-) Ben

  • @larrysheedy4293
    @larrysheedy4293 2 года назад +2

    Have seen a few similar reviews n ordered mine a few weeks ago for myself n my wife.
    We both LOVE THESE JACKETS.
    We each ordered a size up n that has worked out nicely - so that suggestion seems very accurate.
    Very comfortable, zips easily, nice drawstring at the waist and best of all the price.
    Only “criticism” is the same as mentioned - a drawstring or way to snug up the hood would be nice but this is only a small criticism since the hood does pretty well except in the windiest of days.
    Highly, highly recommend this jacket.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  2 года назад

      Thanks Larry for that feedback. Great to hear. Thanks for watching too. 👍

  • @Theduck19
    @Theduck19 3 года назад +1

    I just brought on well the MEN'S MOUNTAIN TREKKING DOWN JACKET - TEMP RATING -10°C - TREK 500 - GREEN as it was end of line and cheap, thanks for the video

  • @nseight
    @nseight 4 года назад +2

    Now this is how to do a review* Expertly done , with no stone left un-turned . Thanks for taking the time to share* I fancy one of these now :-) I hope the production is still as good as 3 years ago. Sending well wishes*

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад

      Thanks nseight. I don’t think you will regret buying one of these! Take care. 👍⛺️👍

  • @helpfulcommenter
    @helpfulcommenter 2 года назад +2

    You can put your own drawstring in around the hood/face, just take your FORCLAZ jacket to your tailor. Pre-buy the cord and closure you want, and then have them do the work. Totally worth it IMHO. Takes the jacket from an 8.5 to a 10.

  • @neemancallender9092
    @neemancallender9092 Год назад +2

    I purchased the MEN’S SYNTHETIC MOUNTAIN TREKKING PADDED JACKET - MT100 HOODED -5°C
    £25 $30 less expensive and 80g heavier
    For me synthetic is the only way to go in English wet/cold climate
    And for long expeditions in sub-zero dry/cold, I also prefer synthetic, as your jacket gets damp from body perspiration, and after a few days down begins to clump and loose loft
    I am very pleased with the performance of this jacket
    I obviously would recommend this jacket better than the down

  • @augusto4660
    @augusto4660 2 года назад +1

    II bought the jacket here at the Decathlon store in Frankfurt for €59 (in UK: 49 pound. Seems to have gone up because of Corona) after seeing your video. It is warm and very small foldable. I am very pleased. Many Thanks.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  2 года назад

      Really glad the jacket is working out well. Thanks for watching. 👍👍

  • @Nobby77
    @Nobby77 4 года назад +6

    I rate quechua kit Ben, had my down jacket years and still going strong

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад

      Yeah can't beat them for value Nobby.

  • @WilderhopeAdventures
    @WilderhopeAdventures 4 года назад +1

    Not to be nit-picky but just to clarify for other viewers, the fill power isn't how warm it is it denotes the quality of the down. Higher fill power number means better quality down and thus less weight of down is needed for the same warmth rating. It is how much space 1oz of down takes up, to be techincal

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад

      I just rewatched it and noticed that I said, “the greater the fill power, the greater the insulation”. The fill power is a product of the down quality and thus the insulation will be greater if the fill power ‘number’ - measured in cubic inches - is higher.

    • @WilderhopeAdventures
      @WilderhopeAdventures 4 года назад +1

      @@benhikescamps Yeah, sorry wasn't trying to be critical...just clarifying for other viewers :-)

  • @JRPOutdoors
    @JRPOutdoors 4 года назад +9

    Literally about to buy the RAB synthetic jacket to go under my waterproof but might have a look at this first for half the price. Nice one Ben 👍🏼

    • @jackcrackerman
      @jackcrackerman 4 года назад +2

      It's worth it, glad I got this instead of spending twice or three times as much for a similarly rated jacket. My large comes in at 9.9oz.

    • @JRPOutdoors
      @JRPOutdoors 4 года назад +1

      @@jackcrackerman I think i’m going fir it!

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад +1

      Did you buy one John?

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад

      Agreed!

    • @JRPOutdoors
      @JRPOutdoors 4 года назад

      @@benhikescamps I’v not just yet mate but i’ll be going to decathlon very soon as i’v heard its classed as an essential shop 😆😆 win 🕺🏼

  • @oz6123
    @oz6123 2 года назад

    My go to jacket for dog walking in -8C in a cold windy Canadian winter with a sweat shirt under it. Perfect wear between 5C to -8C. Anything colder you'd need a down parka. Fantastic deal great construction and fairly good water repellency.

  • @alexandrossimitsis6072
    @alexandrossimitsis6072 3 года назад +1

    Just received the jacket. Great quality, better than expected!

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад +2

      Got to hear you like it Alexandros. Mine is still going strong! 👍

  • @DRM1891
    @DRM1891 Год назад +1

    Great review - thanks for posting. I've had this same jacket (same colour as you too) for about a year now.
    Like you, I can't beat it for value for money, however there are little things that I wish I could change.
    I share your view on the hood. Would be good if that was adjustable. Also, maybe it's just my body shape but I don't like that when zipped fully up with the hood down, I don't think it snugly hugs my neck area enough. It's quite loose, so that means cold air gets in and warm air inside gets out. Other jackets I've tried on re Rab/ Mountain equipment etc all have fitted tighter around my neck to keep the warmth in. I think that makes a big difference personally.
    I think though this is definitely a jacket worth having for the price it is.
    I can't exactly complain that it's not a top drawer jacket when it doesn't cost a top drawer price!

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  Год назад +1

      Many thanks for that feedback and thoughts. Very good points. I’m on my second one now!

  • @sayanroychowdhury3325
    @sayanroychowdhury3325 Год назад +1

    Yes, the drawstring in the hood is much needed.

  • @My24hradventure
    @My24hradventure 4 года назад +3

    I've got that jacket and love it. One thing that influenced me was a review that compared it to a £300 jacket. The only really significant difference was that the expensive one was a few grams lighter.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад +1

      A real bargain. Cheers Jonathan.

    • @JustinOutdoors
      @JustinOutdoors 4 года назад +3

      That was a great review! ;)

    • @My24hradventure
      @My24hradventure 4 года назад +1

      @@JustinOutdoors Ha, yes it was Justin's review 😄. Here's the link ruclips.net/video/MTUR0p0AQ4E/видео.html

    • @clivenewton7609
      @clivenewton7609 3 года назад

      Let’s not get carried away here! Yes Decathlon gear is value for money, but if you do a little bit more digging there is a heap of difference between these 2 jackets. At 300 notes you have superior material, better finishing and of course a brand name😂 The biggest difference is the quality and type of down used, top dollar jacket 100% goose down with no feather and probably hydrophobic (?) against duck down and feather. I also have both a 250 note jacket and a Decathlon, which I have to say I use most of the time, but when it gets really cold on goes the 250 note job and yes you can definitely tell the difference and if memory serves both are 6-800 fill power. Stay safe, kind regards from Clive in deepest Dorset.👍

    • @kk-qu1zc
      @kk-qu1zc 11 месяцев назад

      @@clivenewton7609 Very few if any companies use 100% down with no feathers

  • @discomikeyboy2012
    @discomikeyboy2012 4 года назад +2

    Looks great for the money. I managed to pick up an ultra light down jacket in Uniqlo for £25, but it looks thinner than yours and doesn't have a hood or drawstring. That said, it's very warm and great for layering, and packs really small in the stuff sack.

  • @lukemagee462
    @lukemagee462 Год назад +2

    December 2022 and it's now £59.99 but I would still say that's very good value for a down jacket of that rating

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  Год назад

      Yes, I hear it’s gone up. It was £39.99 when I first made this video.

  • @alexball5907
    @alexball5907 4 года назад +4

    If you are really on a tight budget, the synthetic jackets from Primark are also very good.

  • @oscar3088
    @oscar3088 3 года назад +1

    How good a review with 3 years of experience. A couple of days ago, I bought this jacket (€ 49) and the SIMOND ALPINISM also made of decathlon (€ 99) (- 10 degrees). I'm testing them to see which one I fit and I'm not able to appreciate the difference in warmth between the two. The Simond seems more robust.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад

      Sounds good either way Oscar. What country are you in? 👍

    • @oscar3088
      @oscar3088 3 года назад

      @@benhikescamps I live in Catalonia.

  • @richardbarrett7544
    @richardbarrett7544 3 года назад +1

    You myst get the right size. I brought one too big, and it did nit do the job right. So take care they are a small person size as made in the far east. Otherwise well made for the money, just show how much forms like Patagonia make on their jackets guys? Good video.

  • @backpackingireland8624
    @backpackingireland8624 3 года назад +1

    Great review, just bought this jacket and decided to see reviews, excellent summary. Just subbed , greetings from Ireland 🇮🇪👌

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад +1

      Really glad the video helped and delighted to welcome you to the channel! Great to have a new Irish sub on board too. Would love to wild camp in Ireland one day. Thanks and ATB - Ben 👍☘️

  • @philhaha4243
    @philhaha4243 4 года назад +2

    Was in the Warrington shop today they have the yellow color for £29.99 not to everyone’s color..but well worth the money.got myself the down sleeping bag for £119..£30 off..nice

  • @machbaby
    @machbaby 2 года назад +1

    Nice review, bud. I just ordered one! Looking forward to testing it here in the northern US. For the price, I'm sure you can't go wrong.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  2 года назад +1

      Thanks Eric! I was wearing mine around London today. It’s still going strong. Glad to be of assistance. ATB - Ben 🇬🇧

  • @HardyBunster
    @HardyBunster 4 года назад +1

    Nice jacket, warm and light weight. I purchased two, one for the wife and one for me. 👍

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад +1

      It’s a great jacket. Excellent value. Thanks for watching Arthur.

  • @garylawrence9347
    @garylawrence9347 4 года назад +2

    Well said about ethically sourced down Ben, its important to only buy products that stipulate that they are, the horrific live plucking of birds for down needs to be stopped. I work out side and have had one of the jackets for 3x years now, totally agree with all you said.. BTW any updates on your channel stickers ?

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад +2

      Totally agree with Gary regarding the sourcing. All ten stickers have been reserved. Are you saying you’d be interested if I had more available? I’m gauging interest as to whether I should get hold of some more. Thanks mate.

    • @garylawrence9347
      @garylawrence9347 4 года назад

      @@benhikescamps Please Ben, I will have 2 stickers as when they come available please, I didnt realise we could purchase them, I must have missed a update,

    • @nseight
      @nseight 4 года назад +1

      Gary Lawrence :-( I couldn't agree more * Sending well wishes from Scotland :-)

  • @martingrady7654
    @martingrady7654 3 года назад +2

    Thank you for the review, my experience with a similar jacket that I love, had for 2 years, but after this winter and on any windy day, it becomes a real pain to wear, is the OEX Zeno jacket. The lack of technical features for hood adjustment means the hood in this type of jacket just lifts in the wind and then blows cold air around you head and down your back. For none windy days they are great, but now I am thinking of upgrading to the Montane Featherlite, it has a few extra features but the main being a technical hood.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад +1

      Many thanks for that feedback and for watching Martin.

  • @AshOutdoorsUK
    @AshOutdoorsUK 4 года назад +3

    Nice video mate. I never really had any decathlon stuff but see a fair few people who have. Maybe when it’s time to replace my jacket I’ll check them out, seems a good coat for the price 👍🏼

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад +1

      Decathlon are worth taking a look at Ash. Got some good stuff and good prices, Thanks for watching and have a great week.

  • @rhaef
    @rhaef 4 года назад +1

    Thanks Ben. Some great pointers there about the specifications. Looks like a good piece of kit. 👍

  • @stevesmith5717
    @stevesmith5717 4 года назад +1

    Was just looking at the decathlon jackets think you've made my mind up. Thanks Ben

  • @MaksymilianSzczepaniak
    @MaksymilianSzczepaniak 2 года назад

    just yesterday I bought this jacket in Polish Decathlon, for several months now, I was thinking about buying 😎

  • @AnthonyJohnson1
    @AnthonyJohnson1 3 года назад +2

    Really interesting review. Given the price, I’m half tempted to buy one just to do a comparison video between this and my Rab Microlight to see what the difference is in quality. The obvious difference to me is the more expensive brands tend to use goose down rather than duck which is supposed to be much better quality and warmer but is that the case? Would definitely be interesting to see! Thanks for sharing 👍

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад

      Thanks Anthony. I still recommend this jacket and am considering buying a second.

  • @sdnalyam
    @sdnalyam 3 года назад +1

    Was and treat with Nikwax/Grangers down wash and proof. Makes a big difference.

  • @andrewgreen7996
    @andrewgreen7996 2 года назад +1

    There are great Jackets iv got 3 two down and one waterproof realy cant fault Decathlon products 👍👍👍👍

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  2 года назад

      Thanks for that Andrew. Agreed they are good value.

  • @BridgerPlaysPiano
    @BridgerPlaysPiano 4 года назад +1

    Love the video Ben. I'm needing a new jacket, and you've swayed me for this one!

  • @otoadventures
    @otoadventures 3 года назад +2

    Great review. I have been looking for a down jacket in the lower price range for a while might give this one a go.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад +1

      Hi there. Thanks for the kind words. Glad to be of assistance. ATB - Ben

  • @Randolf4475
    @Randolf4475 Год назад +1

    Thank you for this great video. Please allow me to ask a question. Which red fleece jacket did you wear under the Decathlon jacket?

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  Год назад

      No problem Gunnar. The fleece is from Decathlon too. It’s one of their lighter ones and I only really use it in the summer. I don’t think it’s available anymore though. Thanks for watching. 👍

    • @Randolf4475
      @Randolf4475 Год назад

      @@benhikescamps thank you very much. In april we'll visit a big Decathlon shop and I'll looking for. Have a nice day.

  • @markkilkenny1768
    @markkilkenny1768 4 года назад +6

    I have the synthetic version. £10 cheaper. Love decathlon stuff.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад

      Decathlon are good yes. Thanks for watching.

  • @hazzardoutdoors
    @hazzardoutdoors 3 года назад +1

    Really like the look of this jacket. Need a new one.

  • @Watfordherts
    @Watfordherts 3 года назад +1

    Funny enough myself and wife went to decathlon yesterday in the Dunstable branch . We got a couple of bits and I thought the prices were incredibly good . They had one style of down jacket and that’s it and I was a bit fed up if honest . But he did say all jackets are online and they can’t stock them all so that was ok as was a helpful fella . Great video and so so helpful and funny thing is I’m xxl and had to try xxxl as sizes small so your info is 100 per cent correct . Cheers now subscribed 👍

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад

      Really glad the video helped and many thanks for subscribing. 👍

  • @patrick0907
    @patrick0907 3 года назад +1

    Just bought an identical jacket like yours, the first down jacket I had so far. It is incredible warm in it and lightweight. Loving it. I wonder how does it do in terms of resistence in time, the exterior seems a bit thin.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад

      Sounds like you picked up a good jacket. Many thanks for watching.

  • @lauriebloggs8391
    @lauriebloggs8391 2 года назад +1

    straight up, all the info. Thank you

  • @jacksonschroederproductions
    @jacksonschroederproductions Год назад +1

    4:20 he mentions the waist cinch. Does anyone know if the Trek 100 still has the waist cinch in Dec 2022? Couldn't find it in specs on Decathlon's site. But yeah also a hood cinch would be great.

  • @alexbarcovsky4319
    @alexbarcovsky4319 2 года назад +1

    Its insane how this jacket has the same filling power and weight as 200 euro jackets from brands like patagonia or arcteryx. Not to mention the sustainability isnt too bad either.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  2 года назад

      It’s still going strong for me. 👍

  • @yorulmaz9027
    @yorulmaz9027 3 года назад

    I bought today really cheap and amazing a jacket, thank you for your help

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад

      Great stuff. Really glad the video helped and you like the new jacket Alex. Enjoy! Ben

  • @johnhughes5891
    @johnhughes5891 4 года назад +1

    Brilliant jacket Ben. I have the same one and love it. Hope you're well 👍

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад +1

      Nice one! Good jacket. All well here thanks.

  • @route996
    @route996 4 года назад +1

    Great video and review, very informative. I just found your channel and subscribed, looking forward to watching the rest of your videos.👍

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад

      Thank you so much for watching, your feedback and subbing. Most appreciated 🙏 I have around 70-80 videos on the channel. All to do with wild camping and being outdoors. Welcome aboard! 👍 - Ben

  • @wozwandering4255
    @wozwandering4255 3 года назад +1

    Bought 1 before Christmas I also had to go up a size but great for the price 💪💪👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

  • @fisharefriends598
    @fisharefriends598 2 года назад

    Just bought one. It def can not compare to a north face or a rab.. it may be 800 fill but there isn’t a huge amount of it. It’s also not all down, and it’s not box wall construction.
    +5c to -5c.. that’s optimistic… paired with a hardshell, an additional fleece and base layer. Yes. But as a stand alone. It’s not as warm as you’d think
    A north face nuptse would be fine on its own. Static 3c active .. much lower

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  2 года назад

      But it’s 49.99. I guess you get what you pay for.

  • @GazianoOutdoors
    @GazianoOutdoors 4 года назад +1

    Looks a bargain mate, I was sent a down jacket last week for free from a company, it's £50 on Amazon, but your one looks better quality , can't argue with £40 for a decent down jacket , looks good mate 👍 ATB

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад +1

      Nice one mate. It's pretty good value for 40 quid.

  • @AdventureDeNorthVlogs
    @AdventureDeNorthVlogs 4 года назад +1

    Yes this is good jacket in lightweight but very warm

  • @morrislouiseeagle7161
    @morrislouiseeagle7161 4 года назад +2

    Lol thanks the letter to santa is getting longer😂stay safe and well sending regards xx

  • @ChrisJB
    @ChrisJB 3 года назад +1

    That looks and absolute steal and I was so pleased to see that the down was ethically sourced. When my RAB one packs in I'll definitely take a look at one of these. Thanks Ben.

  • @ExploringWithEmAndStu
    @ExploringWithEmAndStu 4 года назад +1

    Great informative review Ben. I'm looking for a down jacket myself but don't have a big budget to spend so will definitely look into this! 👍

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад +1

      Thanks Em. Good luck with jacket hunting.

  • @GraysOutdoors
    @GraysOutdoors 4 года назад +2

    I have 5 of these in the house. Great coats

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад

      5?!?!

    • @GraysOutdoors
      @GraysOutdoors 4 года назад

      Both my son and I have and old one and a new one andMandy has one

  • @BuzzardThree
    @BuzzardThree 3 года назад +1

    Does the jacket have any internal pockets; mesh or otherwise?
    Thanks for your review.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад +1

      Hi David. No internal pockets or mesh. Thanks for watching.

  • @sigmasd10
    @sigmasd10 3 года назад +1

    It now costs £49.99. Oh, and if you remove the labels a Large one only weighs 279g...Even at the higher price that still makes it over £200 cheaper than a Crux down hoodie of the same weight!

  • @outdoorsgeorge6896
    @outdoorsgeorge6896 4 года назад +1

    Nice one Ben. I saw this on Simon outdoors channel the other day and thought I’d look into getting one, now I’ve seen you recommend it too I’ll have to order one sharpish! Cheers for the video bud 👍🏻 ATB George

  • @sameerjoshi515
    @sameerjoshi515 3 года назад +1

    Just been watching some of your videos, nice review! Have you got any experience with their waterproof jackets? What would you recommend?

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад +1

      Hi Sameer. Many thanks for watching the vids. I use a Jack Wolfskin jacket. I think it's best to spend as much as you can afford. I hope that helps.

  • @FACup-eu2dt
    @FACup-eu2dt 3 года назад

    Decathlon's feathers and down are ethically sourced are they?
    Ethical consumer magazine states, " It uses animal down and we could find no reference to any policies to prevent live-plucking."

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад

      Many thanks for watching and the feedback. Do you have a link for the magazine article please? Thanks.

  • @welshwarrior5263
    @welshwarrior5263 3 года назад +1

    This was excellent, thank you.

  • @ravikirankb
    @ravikirankb 2 года назад +1

    what is the least weather temp you wore it and found good?

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  2 года назад

      I’m sorry, I can’t remember exactly. At least zero, maybe lower.

  • @jenny.barter
    @jenny.barter 4 года назад +1

    Looks a nice decent jacket Ben,good info

  • @trytheoutdoors
    @trytheoutdoors 4 года назад +2

    Brilliant. Thankyou

  • @ScoutManSteve
    @ScoutManSteve 4 года назад

    That's great spec for the price. Do you have any issue with down coming out the stitching? I bought a cheap Lee cooper one from sports direct and the stuff pisses out, but it was only £10.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  4 года назад +1

      Hi Steve. Never had any issues with that. Thank for watching mate. Ben

  • @EireFirst2024
    @EireFirst2024 3 года назад +1

    My review of your review - you've had it 3 years & not perished = result 😁👍

  • @joepollard940
    @joepollard940 3 года назад +1

    Great video! Can't wait to get to Decathlon and stock up on some budget beginner wild camping gear :) p.s. is this filmed in Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park? Great place if so!

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад

      Many thanks for watching. Appreciated!

  • @EireFirst2024
    @EireFirst2024 3 года назад

    I bought this 1 size up ( great advice) 🤝

  • @AndysEastCoastAdventures
    @AndysEastCoastAdventures 4 года назад +1

    Looks almost exactly the same one as I bought on aliexpress last year, it's ideal to carry around in case in gets cold. Down really does warm you up nicely. I use a thicker non packable one when it gets properly cold though.

  • @DayTripperAdventures
    @DayTripperAdventures 4 года назад +1

    Thanks Ben very helpful will definitely think about this one. Really informative video and especially helpful as you have used this for 3 years not 3 minutes like some reviews 😂

  • @andrasszabo4019
    @andrasszabo4019 3 года назад

    I got one too. My only regret is that i didn't get one size bigger..

  • @glennchua1585
    @glennchua1585 3 года назад

    How's the fit of your large down jacket? I'm 5'10" and 78kg. Should I buy a Large too?

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад

      I think what we your ‘normal’ size is, go a size up. 👍

    • @glennchua1585
      @glennchua1585 3 года назад

      @@benhikescamps i normally get medium

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад

      @@glennchua1585 I’m a medium and went for a large. The large was perfect to have a fleece if required - and comfy.

    • @glennchua1585
      @glennchua1585 3 года назад +1

      @@benhikescamps cool. Thanks. Nice video btw. Thanks.

  • @bigearedmouse17
    @bigearedmouse17 3 года назад +1

    Decathlon really do stock some decent gear.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад +1

      They really do. Thanks for watching.

  • @andyhare8451
    @andyhare8451 3 года назад

    Great review. Just purchased! What waterproof jacket would you recommend to use on top?

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад +1

      Hi Andy. So many decent brands out there. I would study the specs and pay as much as you can afford. I use a Jack Wolfskin one and it cost me about £100. Plenty of others though. Hope that helps and let me know what you think of the Forclaz!

  • @adityachauhan5604
    @adityachauhan5604 3 года назад +1

    Size of jacket ? what's your height ?

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад +1

      HI Aditya. I'm 5'8". The jacket is a large.

  • @HardyTempestsWildCampsandWalks
    @HardyTempestsWildCampsandWalks 4 года назад +1

    Looks a great jacket. Atb. Hardy

  • @kappy0405
    @kappy0405 3 года назад

    Is the down itself treated to resist moisture?

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад +1

      Hi there. I don’t believe it is. You may want to check the Decathlon website though. Thanks for watching.

  • @pirate8375
    @pirate8375 3 года назад

    Real -5° ⛈️⛈️⛈️ ??

  • @jaypunjabi28
    @jaypunjabi28 2 года назад

    Can we use it in snow or extreme winter ?

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  2 года назад +1

      You could wear it in snow based on the specs. But it would need to be combined with other appropriate layers.

    • @neemancallender9092
      @neemancallender9092 Год назад

      Decathlon sells very inexpensive lightweight wind running jackets that you would wear over the parka, and it will greatly increase the warmth by cutting out the windchill factor on the parka
      And of course, a mid layer fleece, and a vest/gilet, gloves, hat and scarf

  • @yorulmaz9027
    @yorulmaz9027 3 года назад

    Hi, what size are you wearing?

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад +1

      That’s a large that I have on. Thanks for watching. 👍

    • @yorulmaz9027
      @yorulmaz9027 3 года назад

      @@benhikescamps your welcome,👊

  • @o.g2978
    @o.g2978 3 года назад

    The price is cheap because is mainly filled with feather. Only 15% is 800 cuin down

  • @avenpace
    @avenpace 3 года назад

    Do yourselves a favour and get lightweight synthetic jackets, down jackets and down sleeping bags in UK, or any moist, damp an unpredictable climate when backpacking or bikepacking for more than a day in a tent, is a big risk it will get damp and loose all it's insulating ability, plus it's impossible to dry it then on the go.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад +1

      It’s a good point and something to be wary of on a multi-day hike/adventure. If just an overnighter, and the kit is looked after, I think down is a good choice. I always store my down gear in a dry bag that then goes inside the rucksack. I’ve worked this way for three years - with the jacket in this video - and never had any issues with it getting wet. If it rains and is also cold, my raincoat goes over the the down jacket but to be honest I’ve hardly ever had to do that.

  • @glennchua1585
    @glennchua1585 3 года назад +1

    What size is that?

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад +1

      It's a large Glenn.

    • @glennchua1585
      @glennchua1585 3 года назад

      @@benhikescamps oh cool, thanks. Got the same size. Loved it

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад

      @@glennchua1585 Awesome Glenn. Great news. 👍

  • @elflakeador09
    @elflakeador09 3 года назад

    Is that black or navy colour?

  • @Niamhcotts
    @Niamhcotts 4 года назад +1

    Defenatly go up a size.

  • @manofroses66
    @manofroses66 10 месяцев назад

    39 pounds? it's 85 cad here in Canada

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  10 месяцев назад

      It’s gone up a lot more in recent years here in the UK.

  • @NoviceWildCamper
    @NoviceWildCamper 3 года назад

    I got this jacket for my birthday last November and take it wild camping and on dog walks. Loving it so far specially for the money. I have the same issue with the hood, maybe decathlon designers are so clever they have massive heads 😂 new subscriber here. Please feel free to check my channel out if you like, all things wild camping and budget gear!!

  • @RootsLion
    @RootsLion 2 года назад

    bummer they gone up a tenner

  • @janp6029
    @janp6029 3 года назад

    And this moment when it costs 40 pounds in UK but in Poland it costs 50 pounds 😢

  • @peheather
    @peheather 3 года назад

    15% feathers - 85% down

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  3 года назад

      Absolutely. ruclips.net/video/o452jeoTiIs/видео.html

    • @o.g2978
      @o.g2978 3 года назад

      @@benhikescamps but the site says: HEATING
      Filling 85% Feather/15% down with an expansion power of 800 CUIN.

  • @helpfulcommenter
    @helpfulcommenter 2 года назад

    "Rucksack" is something us yankees do not say lol. Maybe I will start.

  • @tommycleets5640
    @tommycleets5640 2 года назад +1

    Nice review bro - check out my new wildcamp video 🇬🇧💥🙌

  • @ProcyonAlpha
    @ProcyonAlpha 2 года назад +1

    This jacket went up to 60 quid unfortunately. Alternatively I found a peter storm alpinist for £40 at go outdoors, look about the same lovely.

    • @benhikescamps
      @benhikescamps  2 года назад +1

      Thanks for sharing. 60 still not bad though compared to bigger brand prices.

    • @ProcyonAlpha
      @ProcyonAlpha 2 года назад +1

      @@benhikescamps yep still great. The Peter storm doesn't have draw string either. Could definitely be handy!