North Face Arctic Parka - will I regret buying?

[NuclearStandoff]

Should not be spending any money at moment, as I am unemployed.

But having shivered all winter, decided that I really need a warm and practical coat for walking dog and watching ds play sport.

It was reduced hugely in the sale, and I know I probably won't wear it until next winter now - but I hope it could last 10 years... and it even comes with a 2 year guarantee.

Please tell me I haven't made an expensive mistake?

[Hulababy]

Nuptse not napste!

Size large is a 14, yes

[NinaNannar]

My Has the napste. Ill warn you it's HUGE. REALLY BULKY

[NinaNannar]

Ah. Of you mean the down Michelin one ?
My mistake. He has this one. Looks brilliant in it
www.webtogs.co.uk/The_North_Face_Mens_McMurdo_Parka_100463.html

[Hulababy]

The insulated one yes?
Arrived and really light and not bulky either. Very very warm!

We needed shorter coats so can cycle in them.

[noddyholder]

My ds has the nuptse but got small as he is skinny I sometimes put it on to nip to shops ad I love it so warm he says it's regulation film director coat for on set! Think he is getting ahead of himself

[HogFucker]

I think I may have killed my coat this week - it was like wearing a duvet and I'm cold now. I know this is a Zombie thread, but has anyone seen this in the sale anywhere recently?

[snowpuma]

Try the M&s down filled coats for a cheaper alternative... Less than £100!

[MillyRules]

Think this is your coat





I got this other one and its amazing. I got it half price at £55.00 and its down and feathers . I bought it as I was fed up of being so cold for the last couple of winters and never venturing out. This keeps me sooo warm and toasty, just like wearing a duvet.

[MillyRules]

ha ha.....didn't realise it was a zombie thread.....lol.

[Milkhell]

Now I have a really FANTASTIC tip...I bought a XL boy's for a very reduced. I can't remember how much by but it was a significant amount as we couldn't afford the full price one. I'm looking forward to wearing it this winter.

[Milkhell]

• very reduced price

[Mumbrage]

/zombie thread or not, I've just read through it. I like reading about winter coats. They are less in and quickly out (fashion wise) than other clothes.

[MillyRules]

Mumbrage I am wearing mine for its first winter and its just amazing. A real life saver. Instead of shivering im actually having to leave it undone as it gets really warm inside....will be great when the snow comes. Yayyyy

[millie19]

I've just been persuaded to order a NF Arctic parka after reading this, and several other wise threads. Got mine from Outdoor Kit - £260 down from £320! Am 5ft8 with long arms (that info relates to another thread btw!) so hoping it will cover/reach all the right bits to keep me toasty & warm.