Tendance Parka duvet Montbell Alpine Box Baffled 800 EX - Taille US XL

MONTBELL BOX BAFFLED ALPINE 800 EX DOWN PARKA US XL

I bought this beauty about 10 years ago and never had an opportunity to wear it due to rapid warming in my part of the world and advancing age. This model is still sold by Montbell, with minor changes. The current price is $365.

This parka is hip length and roomy enough that I can wear a fleece or light down layer under it. I normally wear a medium or large. I weighed it on my digital scale at just under 18 ounces. My estimated temperature rating is 10F. I intended to wear an insulating layer under it and a W/B shell over it, which I feel would make the combination warm enough for -10F to -20F, depending upon the level of exertion.

This is not the parka for driving to the mall. This is the parka for getting outside at altitude, miles from civilization.

Here is some info from Montbell.

Description

Utilizing box construction to eliminate cold spots and high quality 800 fill power EX Down, the Alpine Down Parka strikes the perfect balance of heavy weight warmth and lightweight comfort. Equally suited for outdoor pursuits and trips across town.

Features

Box Construction allows down to loft to its max potential while reducing cold spots

Downproofing helps keep down from escaping through the face fabric

Fleece inside collar protects your chin, neck, and face

Articulated arm improves fit and allow for dynamic movement

Elastic Cuffs help keep wind and snow out

Elastic hem helps keep out chill air

2 zippered hand pockets and one inside mesh pocket

Specs

Material： 20-denier Ballistic nylon ripstop (water repellent finish)

Lining: 20-denier nylon taffeta

800 Fill Power EX Down

Weight： 16 oz / 453 g (size Medium)

Fill Weight： 7.1 oz / 200 g (size Medium)

Packed Size： Φ6.3 x 10.2 in / Φ16 x 26 cm

Country of Origin： China