Coat recommendation for my wife

[thatmguy]

I woudl like to get her something that is well insulated, waterproof, and windproof in case she would break down somewhere between here and her parents.

Don't want a lot of bulk, but understand can't have well insulated without some bulk to it.

Looking for a driving coat size, not waist-length jacket.

Integral hood preferred.

I'm going to start looking, but just curious if any of you might have some first hand pros/cons for various makers/models.

She presently wears a decent Eddie Bauer model (yeh yeh, I know, but it has held up well, and done a good job so far), but I want something I feel will protect her better should the need arise.

Thoughts???

 

[Ellocomotive]

Well,
I just purchased a Kitanica Mark I, but I'm guessing that's not what your looking for. I did alot of research into what I wanted, and before I found out about Kitanica, I was very close to purchasing a Arc'teryx Alpha or Theta Jacket. Like I said, I did a ton of research, about 6-8 months of reading on who was the best, and Arc'teryx consistently came up. You might want to look at TAD gear as well. FYI, I'm a US Marine who beats the shit out of his clothes, and I need/want ultra tough gear. The Alpha jacket is a outer layer, and in severe cold should be worn with a fleece as a base layer (I was going for an Atom LT for this) . I should also add that I haven't recieved my Mark I yet. The company consists of three guys, which is great, as I have a direct line to the big bosses! However, that means I have to wait a bit longer for my coat, as they had to sew a new one in my size...

 

[smegs]

It's hard to find extreme weather gear that's comfortable for driving. I keep a full set of Refrigiware in the trunk. Coat, bib and boots.

 

[Hombre Secreto]

I would go with something like a North Face Mountain Light parka, combined with layered insulating garments.

 

[din]

rustoleum? mountain gear makes really good stuff that costs a lot less than brands like the north face and arc'teryx. or you could always get her this.

 

[MutedRaccoon]

I keep a carhartt coat & bib (overalls/snowpants) with me. Warm as can be and tough as nails. You will need to wear it a bit to break the coat in, but its worth it.

Check around for a tractor supply co or other carhartt dealers, much nicer to try them on before you buy.

http://www.carhartt.com/webapp/wcs/...51&productId=96591&langId=-1&categoryId=15067
http://www.carhartt.com/webapp/wcs/...51&productId=96580&langId=-1&categoryId=15065

 

[coyote711]

I have no first-hand experience with this one: http://www.filson.com/products/wome...roduct=womens/coats-jackets&fmetaProduct=1011, but Filson is sure worth checking out!

 

[Fubarski]

Go to your local fur store.

Rabbit/mink (depending on budget) reversible, with leather.

Thank me later.

 

[LMT66]

Maybe try Tilley. They have more than just hats.

 

[thatmguy]

Great suggestions so far guys. :thumbup:

Thanks.

Still checkin options...

 

[Rupestris]

For what its worth, I keep one of these in both of my cars.

Coleman 3-in-1 blanket

The "hood" is worthless but the blanket/poncho is weatherproof and can be used to keep more than one person warm in an emergency.