Warm jackets that aren't huge?

[Swamp Yankee]

I picked up one of these last year from Carhartt if you’re looking for something more rugged, it has a softer shell than their barn jackets, no restrictions in your movement making it Very comfortable, I wouldn’t call it a deep cold jacket But it’s warm, and it won’t melt to you instantly at the bon fire!
https://www.carhartt.com/products/Full-Swing-Cryder-Jacket-102207

 

[Hog]

Just throwing out options but I dont like coats and I dont like being cold either so I wear vests
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RDLZ1S9/?tag=wranglerorg-20

 

[taylormade73]

I picked up one of these last year from Carhartt if you’re looking for something more rugged, it has a softer shell than their barn jackets, no restrictions in your movement making it Very comfortable, I wouldn’t call it a deep cold jacket But it’s warm, and it won’t melt to you instantly at the bon fire!
https://www.carhartt.com/products/Full-Swing-Cryder-Jacket-102207

I have a pleated-insulation lined Carhartt hoodie and I absolutely roast in it.

 

[mrblaine]

I prefer zip up sweatshirts. Over the years Kat has given me many Carhartt versions. I have very lightweight versions that the wind blows right through, I have medium sherpa lined, and the quilted lined. I don't like jackets that restrict movement and I'm not a fan of being cold. I used to wear a parka around the campfire in JV due to the wind when it got down around 35-45 degrees. After wearing the lined versions and enjoying the ease of movement and wind blocking, I'm pretty pleased with them. When we head for the trails, I typically have one of the lined ones on and a thin lightweight and one heavier in the rig since we never know what the day will bring weather-wise.

I like that I can crawl around under rigs, move easily and they are not expensive enough that I feel bad about ruining one with grease or welding.

https://www.carhartt.com/products/c...herpa-Lined-Full-Zip-Hooded-Sweatshirt-103308

https://www.carhartt.com/products/c...rmal-Lined-Hooded-Zip-Front-Sweatshirt-100632

https://www.carhartt.com/ProductDis...01&urlLangId=-1&productId=3074457345617675683

 

[Ephry73]

I'm looking for a new jacket that needs to be as warm as possible, but also not huge. In other words, I don't want some large, restrictive, puffy jacket that makes it impossible to move in.

Just curious if anyone has any good recommendations on a jacket like this. Seems the older I get, the colder I get. It was 64 degrees here today and sunny, and I was freezing my ass off

I think I've determined high 80s to low 90s is my ideal temperature.

Heated seat upgrade?

 

[Ephry73]

Carhartt makes great stuff and is field tested and proven as well. Their Duck hooded jackets are awesome.

I normally just wear hoodies year round. Zipped and not of different materials depending on the season. We see big temperature changes here in NY and when it gets cold it is cold. A nice zipped front hoodie will keep you warm and not look too crazy while still be thing enough and allow articulation to the fullest.

Their Rain Defender stuff is pretty cool and will last for a long while.

 

[mrblaine]

Carhartt makes great stuff and is field tested and proven as well. Their Duck hooded jackets are awesome.

I normally just wear hoodies year round. Zipped and not of different materials depending on the season. We see big temperature changes here in NY and when it gets cold it is cold. A nice zipped front hoodie will keep you warm and not look too crazy while still be thing enough and allow articulation to the fullest.

Their Rain Defender stuff is pretty cool and will last for a long while.

Just saw a post elsewhere from some fucking idiot. Hey ya'll, I finally wore out my Carrhart work coat after 17 years of muck, mud, grease, fire, and whatnot. What should I replace it with?

Look here fuckstick, if you got 17 years out of something after beating the crap out of it, go get another one just like it.

 

[jeepins]

I wasn't a big Carhartt fan in the beginning because it seemed to be city fashion for redneck wannabes around my parts but needed a good warm jacket for trips to the junkyard and other dirty jobs. Put one of these on and never looked back. Perfect for what you're describing and cuts the wind like nothing.

 

[BonesXX]

North face for non bulky and wind resistance. Look at Marshalls. They seem to have every year at deep discounts

 

[Irun]

Never worn a down jacket before, I wasn't sure how warm they were.

They keep Geese warm, while sitting on a frozen pond...just sayin!

 

[Ephry73]

We've been wearing Carhartt in the hood for a while. Keeps you warm and lasts. Now it seems more expensive than I remember, but it is also more fashionable.

 

[RMETeeJay]

If you don't want puffy and large, look for something with synthetic insulation (Primaloft, etc). These are modeled after down, but less bulky and easier to just throw in the washer/dryer than down. If you don't need ultralight and compressible, synthetic is the way to go.

https://www.switchbacktravel.com/best-synthetic-insulated-jackets

 

[gaabbee]

My requirements are something with a hood and zipper. I shop at costco a lot and they started carrying a brand called 32 degrees. Everything I have from them is great. If you have a good base layer the jackets don't need to be as heavy. They are cheap too!

https://www.32degrees.com/collectio...shirts&sort_by=manual&compactView=true&page=1

 

[Mike_H]

Wow, you've only been in AZ for what, 6 months, and your blood is already thinning, Lol.

I have a real thin North face reversible jacket that is good down to about 30. It has a nylon shell with a flannel liner and some sort of synthetic insulation. I also have a mountain hardware jacket that I like. I use for windy and/or rainy days on the bike.

For blocking wind, you really need to look for something with taped seams and that isn't quilted to hold the insulation layer in place. All the needle holes to accomplish the quilting allows the wind to penetrate the shell.

The mountain hardware jacket would fit the bill. I also have some under armour stuff for hunting that is surprisingly weather resistant.

 

[JEEPCJTJ]

To many replies for me to read right now. I'll probably check it out later to get the opinions regarding warm jackets.

Do you get a warning about wind chill when the temp is 64 degrees in Arizona?

 

[Shropshirewrangler]

Layers is the answer topped by a proper wind/waterproof single layer/thickness Gore-tex outer layer.
Each layer should be big enough to trap air between it and the layer underneath.
You will look like Michelin Man if you choose a big jacket

 

[Chris]

Do you get a warning about wind chill when the temp is 64 degrees in Arizona?

Yes, we did. That's when I realized my hoodie wasn't cutting it

 

[Ray]

investigate motorcycle gear, it could work for you

 

[Sancho]

@Chris

Check the following products:

1. Duluth trading company
https://www.duluthtrading.com/men/outerwear/jackets-and-coats/
2. Filson https://www.filson.com/men/outerwear/jackets-and-coats.html

3. Kuhl https://www.kuhl.com/kuhl/mens/casual-outerwear/

I have the kuhl kollusion jacket for a 3 season jacket.. which i backpack and camp in.

Also look at merino wool for lightweight but warm options.

 

[DaveC]

I just found the Ascend brand last year. Was looking for the same thing; warm without bulk and I also hate overpaying for Northface and other hyped brands, even if they are good.

I wound up buying this jacket and I love it. I'm a big fan of layering to avoid bulk and this is perfect since it's lightweight but also windproof.

https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/ascend-dobby-jacket-for-men
They do make heavier jackets and systems with zip out inner liners, etc.