I volunteer at the animal shelter twice a week, walking shelter dogs for 3 hours every Saturday and Sunday. Every time I come home, I machine wash this jacket. That’s twice a week - 8 times a month - 40 washes in just one winter season. This is now my third winter wearing it to the animal shelter. Why am I saying this? Because after all those washes, it hasn’t lost its color or its shape!!! Some might think I’m crazy for wearing such a good jacket to an animal shelter. But for me, it’s about warmth and comfort - and I need both when I’m outside in the cold and constantly moving for 3 hours without a break. It hugs me like a cocoon and keeps all the cold out. The hood and neck closure design is excellent and truly protects my neck from brutal North Atlantic wind gusts. And it’s so comfortable - which proves that warm jackets don’t have to be heavy. On super cold days, I just add layers: merino wool long sleeve + either a light fleece or a light insulated vest. For size reference I am 5.2' tall, wight - 135 pounds - My Jacket is size M I’ve recommended this brand to all my friends and I just hope they never change a thing about the quality. I’m now saving up to buy their rain jacket, a hoodie, pants, and some sun-protective T-shirts for the warmer season!
El
1 month ago
Nice, But Falling Apart.
I bought this jacket a while back, and it was great at first. For the price, I thought it would be MUCH more durable. Unfortunately, after a 2-3 washes the feathers started to fall out and it has become very thin. Recently, the hood has also started to come apart. For the price I paid, I’m disappointed. The jacket isn’t the warmest either. The external material is nice, it doesn’t snag and has stayed intact. I really like the chest pocket and the inner pocket. You can make the waist smaller as well.
DOC1
1 month ago
Comfortable Coat
I bought this coat ~1.5 years ago. It was on sale at a local store at such a good price I bought it even though I didn't need a new down coat. I didn't wear it much until this winter. I like the outer fabric that seems to be a bit more resistant to moisture than typical down jackets. I'm 5'6", 145 lbs and have the Medium. The fit is a little boxy, but it is extremely comfortable to wear and roomy enough for a sweater underneath. Keeps me cozy in temperatures down in the 20s. I agree with another reviewer that the fabric picks up stains easily - I can see more dark staining around the neck despite light wear compared to other jackets I have (it's the outer dark color w/ black logo). I haven't washed it yet to comment about clumping. The only larger drawback I've found is the hood is not generous enough to fully cover my head or stay on to protect from wind/snow/rain/cold.
bob28
2 months ago
Color Misrepresented
I'm a huge MH fan and already own two ghost whisperers and one stretch down parka. I fell in LOVE with this bright blue color and sized up to a medium for a bit more room as I wanted to wear this with bulky stuff underneath. The size and quality is as expected but the COLOR is definitely not. The website has "Outer Dark" as a brighter blue with a white logo. I received a navy jacket with a black logo. I'm not sure if I was sent the wrong one but I don't see anything similar on the website to what I actually received. Lovely jacket, just please note Outer Dark is very much a deep navy.
Beaver
5 months ago
Same And New Issues
Reviewer K Riff and I are in the same boat! I also bought this after having to warrantee my first one due to the down all getting concentrated after washing, despite following directions. I have the same critiques of this one. It feels more cheaply made - less filling and courser material. Additionally, the SX previously fit my petite arm length, but now it’s too long. I’m keeping it because this is the 3rd item I’ve tried to buy with my warranty credit and I need a down jacket. I was hoping for some new down jackets to choose from this season, and not seeing any I like (down but with an urban ish look to it), I’m just giving up. I will try to keep this one cleaner, and do more to spot clean because I think it will get ruined by the washer again.
