Coats recommedations

Submitted by OmicrronMeddical t3_yublae in BuyItForLife

Coats recommedations for specific coats, name of coats so can find them*

Hey just finding the info that is needed to be able to decide on which are the better coats, pretty much it

This is just for the fewer on here that would know about what the good coats are. Like most, I've no idea where the experts are or which forums they're on that would know about this topic

First step is finding out which fabric/material are warmer. From there can look into anything else

  • How warm are each of the different fabrics/materials? Like how warm about is merino to leather? Like 50% more warm or? Need to know the relative warmth

  • This is ofc for when you're outside and its cold. I want to find out what is the relative warmth between the different fabrics/materials of coats (and possibly middle layer, but not sure about that right now)

  • This would help with deciding and choosing which are actually the better options. Want to know which coats are actually the really good coats. And want to know which are the warmest fabrics/materials. Most wont know about this so could just help someone elses next post

Looked around on other sites facebook youtube etc and couldnt find anything comprehensive or definitive or helpful at all

If you know about this stuff, please link specific coats

  • If you know about this and get coats online, please link so can find it

  • If you know about this and get at a shop, whats the name of the coats and whats the shop call?

Maybe theres no significant difference between specific coats for warmth?

There may not be that much of a difference between coats. Are there any differences between coats or theres not much difference? If there really isnt much difference in warmth that makes this easier. Then can just pick anything and it wont really make much of any difference and be done with this. There likely is a difference

If outter layer doesnt really make much of a difference, then ill just focus the outer layer on (lighter) rain (and some wind - since wind damages warmth)

Looking for accurate info. Looked around on other sites and couldnt find anything comprehensive or definitive or helpful at all. Please downvote any unhelpful comments and misinformation. There is a ton of misinformation on the internet. This is for people that knows about good coats and are able to help with finding which are the actually good coats.

Thanks!

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facebook57 t1_iw9w2lq wrote

OP your post history is quite a ride and it’s only been 2 days…you’ve got way too many projects going on

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StormDue6579 t1_iw945l2 wrote

I went down a similar rabbit hole as you last year and ended up going the route of layering so I can adjust according to warmth. This is typically my setup on cooler days:

Baselayer - Patagonia Capilene Air Crew - great at breathing but also keeping you warm. T-shirt or shirt of choice Patagonia Down Sweater - VERY light coat, with down feathers it keeps me very warm, but once again breathes well to keep from overheating.

If it is bitter cold due to wind, throw on a windbreaker of some sort over this setup.

It has served me well and has been my go to since.

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OmicrronMeddical OP t1_iwa2iwz wrote

Why basically did you go with very light coat, did coat basically not make much of any difference?

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educateyourself1 t1_iw8j9ui wrote

I love my landsend expedition parka. Their website has the specs.

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Lost_Band_1252 t1_iwciivf wrote

Canada Goose Expedition Parka in red, with the fur and the classic disc. Shouldn’t have to worry about the specifics. Winter, keeps you hot. Spring-keeps you dry. Summer-keeps your skin from burning. Fall-you can watch the Canadian geese fly south knowing full well how stupid they are because if they had your jacket the trip wouldn’t be necessary.

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Muncie4 t1_iw9vu4c wrote

You will not find what you are seeking. The problem is you will never know the variables. Liners. Layers. Materials of each. Thickness/weight.

The only way you can rely is the manufacturer information as temperature range. Full stop.

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hallucinating_3 t1_iwb3bun wrote

I mostly use 2 coats, in the summer and spring I use a denim jacket (I live in a warm country so it's mostly for the night or if it's windy that day). In autumn and winter I use anorak (most of the days is not that cold but I'm a cold person). So it really depends on your climate but I mostly would recommend this types of coats for this climates.

For anoraks, I didn't try it but the people that did recommend Patagonia. Is one of today's brands more longer lasting, and one of these few brands that really care about the workers and the planet. You could also find some items in 2nd hand stores.

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