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In my experience that are at least on par with Kathmandu. I like that my Macpac isn't too bulky
Ever heard of 3M Thinsulate?
My arcteryx jacket is super thin and lightweight. I wore it for my ebc trip (-5 degrees up there) and I couldn't feel the cold at all.. so i dont know what you are talking about
If you really wanted to be cool with the best quality, then this one on clearance …
https://www.macpac.com.au/mammut-mens-convey-hooded-jacket/1…
Do you know if this one for men's is true to size or should I get one down like this Macpac?
Sorry .. I don't have any myself. But my girlfriend can afford a few items. Not sure about the sizing
Kathmandu’s nickname is Crapmandu.
Don't really understand the Kathmandu hate. The quality you get is fine as long as you're not paying RRP for it. I've done winter alpine climbing, ice climbing, multipel ski trips and over 25 Scottish Munros all in Kathmandu and cheap Anaconda gear and was a fraction of the cost of the good gear. Now that I've started looking into more serious mountaineering I've upgraded to the likes of North Face, Arcteryx, & Mammut but for everyday ozbargainers the likes Kathmandu deals are fine.
I tend to agree. I’ve got a bunch of lightweight tops, at a reasonable price, from Kathmandu and I’ve been wearing them for years. It can depend on what you buy but it isn’t, all, crap. Right now I’ve been buying a bit from Escape2. Their outlet stores have a box of samples shoes that are $50 per pair and include things like the Keen brand. I, also, like their pants and backpacks.
It'd be on par with Kathmandu Epiq 600. I personally prefer the Macpac because I feel like it's less bulky. Also the Macpac one is on sale every other day whereas the cheapest I've seen the Kathmandu is like $200. The Kathmandu one does come in nicer colours though if that's what you're into. The North Face one feels even lighter, but I cannot justify spending $400 on puffy jacket and I find their sizing weird.
Macpac would be my recommendation. I've had the hooded jacket for a few years now. I wear it all the time during winter and it's holding up pretty well.
I got a non-hooded Halo through work a couple of years ago. It's not high quality.
Kathmandu is extremely sub-par quality that's sold to city people as "the best'.. it isn't even close.
Macpac used to be premium, but I believe (and I'm happy to be corrected) they're produced in the same place as Kathmandu now. My experience with MacPac agrees with this. I have their heaviest down jacket and it's OK… but it ain't great.
If you want better quality, look at the brands sold by the smaller, proper outdoors companies like Bogong equipment, or look at what brands are suggested on hiking and outdoors forums.
Ones that come to mind as superior to any of these brands
Mountain Hardwear
Feathered Friends
MontBellBut, none of those are going to come in at this cost.
I'm curious, where do you see the quality of Kathmandu as extremely sub-par? I've looked closely at all of the major brands and the quality of manufacture of Kathmandu products is the equal of most. The materials used may differ but, like every product, this is reflected in the cost.
I suppose it's from comparison of decent brands, like I linked.
If you're just kicking around the city I guess it's fine.
but my macpac sleeping bag is an absolute joke and it's supposed to be one of their better ones.
My Patagonia "down sweater" is around 9 years old, worn all the time and going strong. Macpac Halo from work, a quarter the age, not worn nearly as much and not in remotely as bad conditions, and it's coming apart enough that I don't really wear it anymore.
Yes, it's reflected in the cost. And Kathmandu is way overpriced, and the jacket from this ad isn't worth anymore than the sale price, if even that.. in my opinion of course
I prefer my son's Macpac over my North Face.
Fantastic price!
Dang. No size M. Does anyone know whats the fit like? does it run large or small? According to their sizing guide I'm M.
From previous threads, the general consensus seems to be that the mens version runs big whereas the womens version runs small.
The blue one is available in M
Only blue left
I’m 5’10 84kg
Small looks a bit nicer on me lengthwise but was a bit tight in the shoulders and chest so I went with the medium. Grabbed the medium black in store even though was OOS online
Just what i needed to complete my Putin rally look!
It has good bulk to warmth ratio is what I'm getting at. Even in Melbourne it rarely gets cold enough to need a full thick winter puffer jacket
Would this price be obtainable in store, should one's local have stock?
Yes, it will be the same price in store.
Used to be on sale at $99, guess like all things the price has increased.
I find mine to be OK only, not super warm but adequate for most days with just a t-shirt underneath.
$99 was for the non-hooded version. This has a hood which is always at least $10 more.
i was looking at one of these but found it too bulky and like a parachute
For someone looking for a slimmer design i'd suggest one of These from Mountain designs. Generally on special @ 50% for around $160 (RRP is a joke lets be honest)thanks OP! got one
Bought $80 last time. A bit thinner than I expected, but love it.
Thanks OP, good price, got two! Thanks for those who provided advice on sizing as well.
This is my partner and my default jacket that so far has survived 2 Canberra winters and its the only jacket that has got us through it so far. We both got the hooded version and is NOT true to size. Our experience is that to buy 1 size smaller than what you normal wear. For example, if you are normally a L, buy the M. The occasional feather does come out, but not often.
sizewise, have you experienced the same for women's jacket as well? i.e. should buy 1 size smaller?
In our experience the same thing applied as well
I have one of this and the none hood one as well. Very good quality.
There is no better way to fit and mix in with the 95% of the population than a puff jacket
This is a great jacket just note it is not waterproof and to save you money and time get one size smaller than your usual size.
looks good
Also worth pointing out that this uses responsibly sourced duck down. Think about your choices, not just the price!
Macpac is best quality compare to kathmandu or columbia. It’s perfect for winter.
I bought kathmandu duck down and quite a lot of the feather went out. Columbia thermal jacket isnt enough to keep warm during winter too.No doubt Macpac is superior to Kathmandu but their quality has dropped in recent years.
Any recommendation for rain jacket for warmer weather?
I couldn’t give a brand but check what you are getting is water proof. I’ve bought a couple of “lightweight” jackets where I got wet when it rained.
If money is tight for you, I don't suggest rushing to buy this without trying it on and finding the correct size first.
I went to shop and bought one, usually I wear L and this hoodie was ok with L size.
How Macpac quality comparing with Kathmandu and the North Face guys?