I believe that quality is important and when you make purchases price can’t always be the determining factor. Patagonia calls its Encapsil Down Belay Parka ($700), the finest down parka ever made. The Belay Parka was made to provide you with comfort in the most extreme conditions. It is a 100% baffled, differentially cut parka made with plasma-treated, water repellent down that has a fill-power rating of 1000. Exterior hand warmers provide warmth even with the pocket zippers open. And if weight is a concern, it no longer needs to be, this Parka weighs in at just 18 oz.
Nigel Cabourn loves military clothing, and his latest Jacket pays homage to his extensive collection. The Taped Ventile Cameraman jacket by Nigel Cabourn ($1329) is full of authentic military details. The jacket is made from Ventile cotton. Ventile cotton has no coating or lamination. It’s a natural product which is waterproof, windproof and doesn’t easily […]