Hi, I have a decent waterproof but I need something to keep me warm when biviing and camping. I have been borrowing a North Face down jacket but I have also been looking at the Snugpak softie jackets any recommendations on a jacket to basically keep me warm?
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It depends on what temperatures you plan to encounter. The Eddie Bauer Ascent Peak XV is one of the warmest ones on the market right now that is still easily portable.
Very happy with my Rab photon. Only thing I would say is its too warm at times. Weighs nothing and you barely know you are wearing it.
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I'm waiting on a delivery from PHD of the Rondoy jacket advised good down to -20 and weighs only 600grms. Can't wait.
If your using a bivvy in the damp UK climate I'd go for a synthetic fill, not down. Down absorbs moisture slowly even in a tent, it will get damper quicker under an exposed bivvy where a synthetic fill won't.
One of those issue softie jackets will do you Adam, that or a filo like mine 
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I tend to agree with rick here
Also if you are expecting to be a near a fire etc you don't want to be damaging an expensive Down Jacket
Having said that I wear an old Down Gilet under my swannie sometimes
I also have the army cold weather jacket and trousers which is like a softie http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-B...Collectables_Militaria_LE&hash=item589d99ccd3 only cheaper Trousers are warm as well
Also people swear by Buffalo Mountain shirts so worth researching them
For Bushcraft I generally buy second hand as as long as its functional I don't particularly care what it looks like in fact it can expect to need repairs on a regular basis
Then again I do get called woods tramp
Also if you are expecting to be a near a fire etc you don't want to be damaging an expensive Down Jacket
Having said that I wear an old Down Gilet under my swannie sometimes
I also have the army cold weather jacket and trousers which is like a softie http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-B...Collectables_Militaria_LE&hash=item589d99ccd3 only cheaper Trousers are warm as well
Also people swear by Buffalo Mountain shirts so worth researching them
For Bushcraft I generally buy second hand as as long as its functional I don't particularly care what it looks like in fact it can expect to need repairs on a regular basis
Then again I do get called woods tramp
Can't beat "Buffalo" pile windshirt type jackets (Arktis, Ridgeline & Buffalo) perfect for our damp climate, won't matter too much if you get a spark from the fire on it either
and for the above reason and the price go for a Snugpak Elite or a Buffalo shirt. All you need really for this country. All Ive ever needed for winter walking
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Along the lines of what Rick is talk about, I use the Patagonia DAS Parka. I don't know how available it is in the UK, but I love mine. It uses Primaloft One insulation and packs down to the size of a Nalgene bottle. It's not as warm as the Peak XV.
The DAS Parka is available in the UK and it a great "high end" synthetic that's been well proven. I have used one climbing as a belay jacket, I throw it on over the waterproof for belays. The cheapest synthetic option in the UK will be a Snugpak softie or surplus forces issued version. Don't expect either to be as warm as a decent down jacket. I recently replaced my Rab with a Berghans Saunda (I think) and its very good. Lots of pockets, down on both sides of the hand pockets, comfy fleece round the neck and a semi waterproof lining. It also has sythetic wrist sleeves with thumb holes, a great toutch.
If you want to bivvy out in the conditions we have at the moment you need a lot more than a buffalo shirt. I recently spent some time in Otterburn in Northumbria. It was -8c and it was buffalo and full softie suit the whole time for me when I wasn't moving.. but then I am a complete wuss in the cold.
If you want to bivvy out in the conditions we have at the moment you need a lot more than a buffalo shirt. I recently spent some time in Otterburn in Northumbria. It was -8c and it was buffalo and full softie suit the whole time for me when I wasn't moving.. but then I am a complete wuss in the cold.
http://wiggys.com/moreinfo.cfm?Product_ID=29&CFID=16473837&CFTOKEN=25357441
Warm as the warmest down jacket, yet will keep you warm if wet, washable after every trip, lifetime guarantee against loft failing.
Love mine!
Warm as the warmest down jacket, yet will keep you warm if wet, washable after every trip, lifetime guarantee against loft failing.
Love mine!
In Sweden this year I used a Craghoppers "Bear Grylls" polar parka with great success down to -34c. It's a great jacket with good features if the bear brand doesn't worry you... £145 here
http://www.outdooraction.co.uk/outd...rylls-polar-down-waterpoof-jacket-pd-5166.php
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http://www.outdooraction.co.uk/outd...rylls-polar-down-waterpoof-jacket-pd-5166.php
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Yes a few people seem to be singing the praises of the great bear. Still waiting on my PHD Ronday, hopefully will be receiving it soon, they must be busy.
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