really warm coat for long dog walks...Where?

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Hello,

Where is the best place to search for really warm coats? Im looking for a casual one for walking the dog in the park, wind proof definitely and length to mid thigh.

I really feel the cold so need something super warm. I'm a 6/8 size

thx

I got one last winter from one of those discount outdoors/camping shops (Mountain warehouse, something like that). It won't win any style prizes but it's waterproof and incredibly warm and goes in the washing machine. Cost about ??30 I think

I bought a long puffa coat from a horse supply company on line. It is v v warm. I think it was ride away.

They are no thing of beauty, but the Lands End coats are super warm. I have a mid thigh down coat from there, and have been cosy in -20'C with just office clothes underneath. If you look in the clearance section then they have some great discounts.

A fleece and shell says previous dog walking oh. Mountain warehouse, go outdoors.

CMOTDibler I was thinking lands end perhaps might be a good solution. What one did you go for?

Dowser I think i need something warmer, I really feel the cold! I wish I didn't

Another one for Lands End. I don't think all their winter coats are in stock yet, but I can recommend the squall parkas (especially the long ones) which are great for wet, wintry weather . Their down filled coats are also good for very chilly weather.

The closest they currently have to mine is this one - mid thigh, fleece lining, detachable fur trim hood, hand warmer pockets.
I do have an assortment of warm coats as I'm outside a lot and feel the cold, but this is my favourite. I do layer a LE down gilet under waterproofs, and also have one of their long line fleece parkas as well.

YY to lands end
Or Patagonia if you are wealthy and want something a bit better cut

Lands end squall parka is my football watching and dog walking coat. It has a great hood and is properly waterproof so can wipe off paw prints . Don't forget a thermal top and good gloves. It's v dull in black I suggest colourful scarf!

thanks I was considering a squall parka for the reasons you said..... do they come up big or small?

CMOT I like the look of that one, do you think its waterproof?

I have a knee length coat from Seasalt, it's super comfy and properly waterproof, cosy without being heavy. The hood and shoulder area are lined with comfy fleece.
Only issue is a couple of the poppers have popped off...anyone know what their customer service is like?

I would like a dog walking coat too but a deceptive one - warm and waterproof without making me look like an eskimo!

I got a gorgeous barbour parka last December when there was the 20% off deal. It's waterproof, really warm and lots of pockets for dog biscuits/poo bags etx. It looks smart too so can be used for work when rainy.

AlfAlf - A couple of poppers on my Seasalt coat broke within a few weeks of starting to wear it last autumn, I wrote to their customer service, and they quickly sent replacement poppers alongside instructions on how to attach them! I've found them quite lovely to deal with.

Deerstalker Lady Charlotte coat genius warm waterproof robust not too bad to look at

I have a Land's End one, down filled, that is really warm. They do Tall fits on the US site, so I bought it from there and the long sleeves are great.
I also have a North Face coat, bought in Sweden, that was a lot of money but is two coats, a down one and a waterproof, that popper together.

Thanks Murinea I'll get on to them.

I ended up with a Lands End one. Tried a few one to find the one that looked the most acceptable!!

I'm tiny so needed a petite fit which limited options of most other stores.

North Face Arctic parka is amazing - very warm and waterproof. It's an amazing coat and looks good too