Looking for a new down jacket. Something to wear casually here in Aus (SA) but also something to take on local camps as well as overseas treks.
Im leaning towards the Patagonia Fitz Roy Down Hoody but not sure if this is overkill for Aus winters? I do run cold but 180g of 800 fill sounds pretty warm!
Any input about this topic in general is appreciated!
What down fill/weight should i be looking for?
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What down fill/weight should i be looking for?
by heracles26 » Tue 23 Apr, 2024 3:46 pm
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Re: What down fill/weight should i be looking for?
by Moondog55 » Tue 23 Apr, 2024 4:23 pm
Are you going to get serious about the white stuff or heading to high cold places like Nepal?
Personally I think the current Fitzroy is a bit on the light side and cut a bit too slim but it is nicely made and not too heavy and about right for the High Country in winter.
Others will have opinions also, but at the same pricepoint there are lots of options
Personally I think the current Fitzroy is a bit on the light side and cut a bit too slim but it is nicely made and not too heavy and about right for the High Country in winter.
Others will have opinions also, but at the same pricepoint there are lots of options
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Re: What down fill/weight should i be looking for?
by heracles26 » Tue 23 Apr, 2024 5:56 pm
Not really in Aus, maybe Blue Mountains this winter (not sure if it snows there).
Nepal next year yes!
I think the fashion aspect is pretty important for me too, so dont want anything too technical looking.
Nepal next year yes!
I think the fashion aspect is pretty important for me too, so dont want anything too technical looking.
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Re: What down fill/weight should i be looking for?
by Moondog55 » Tue 23 Apr, 2024 6:14 pm
Then stick with the cheap and semi disposable brands like Macpac and Kathmandu and around the $200- mark. I've been using my UniqloUL for well over a decade I think
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