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andrew7978

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Right now I own a north face jacket, but its more of a ski jacket and is not really designed for bushwacking. I had a friend recommend carhartt. I know there tough but reviews online say they are great for extremely cold weather as well. I went and tried some on and didn't think this would be the case. Anyone have experience with this and can share?
 
I've considered them as well but would imagine they wouldn't be too good once they got wet.
 
I live in the things. Just remember no matter what you buy carhartt or not layering is the key to staying warm or not to get too warm to sweating.

When it gets really cold I like these from carhartt.

Men's Extremes® Coat/Arctic Quilt-Lined

Extreme conditions call for a coat as ruggedly built as our Extremes® coat. Water repellent, it’s made of 1000-denier Cordura® nylon with a nylon lining quilted to arctic-weight polyester insulation. The corduroy collar features under-collar snaps for an optional hood. There are two chest pockets, two lower front pockets, and two inside pockets. The split back with bi-swing design and pleated elbows allow for easier movement on the job.
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I have 2 of them (Style # C03: Men's Duck Traditional Coat/Arctic Quilt-Lined), and they are extremely warm in frigid temps. The canvas is so thick that the cold air can't get to you, plus you have the quilted lining. They are pretty stiff when new, but loosen up over time.
 
My fat ass sweated like crazy this past winter during the blizzard, or blizzards, in February. I was in layers, my Carhartt got soaking wet, but I was fine, except for the sweat. I did a lot of snow shoveling and got a lot of firewood. Didn't rip when loading firewood, didn't snag on anything. No rips when I fell on the snow and ice, and I fell a lot. Not as warm as my Columbia parka, but it was like a furnace when I was shoveling snow. Actually had to take it off a few times because it was so hot. One of the best hoods out there, only downside to my Columbia parka is the lack of hood. My favorite work coat.
 
Thing you have to understand with Carhartt is that they make several different shells and several different lining options. Go to Gemplers and look at the liner options. In CT, I'd not go heavier than the Quilt or Sherpa lining. IMO, you're best off going with a lesser jacket lining, and layering as necessary -- that way you'll be wearing your jacket for more months of the year (good considering the expense, you might as well use the darn thing as much as you can).

Layering with a wool base layer, or even one of the lined Carhartt work shirts works well.
 
Cpl Punishment said:
Thing you have to understand with Carhartt is that they make several different shells and several different lining options. Go to Gemplers and look at the liner options. In CT, I'd not go heavier than the Quilt or Sherpa lining. IMO, you're best off going with a lesser jacket lining, and layering as necessary -- that way you'll be wearing your jacket for more months of the year (good considering the expense, you might as well use the darn thing as much as you can).

Layering with a wool base layer, or even one of the lined Carhartt work shirts works well.
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Good point about being able to wear it longer each year. I think I'll probably go with a lighter one.

Thanks everyone for the advise
 
BTW Thanks for the thread because of looking for info for you I found something new for myself. :D

Man, this thread reading/research can get expensive. :D

Style # C76: Men’s Waterproof Breathable 3-in-1 Parka

http://www.carhartt.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10101&storeId=10051&productId=111802&langId=-1&categoryId=10927

Nothing beats the versatility of our waterproof breathable 3-in-1 parka. Wear the parka alone, the parka, shell and quilted vest or just the vest. The parka shell is made of waterproof breathable and wind resistant nylon and includes a zip-in/zip-out, Supplex™ nylon, brick-quilted vest. The parka shell features a zip-on /zip-off hood with adjustable drawcord closure, heavy-duty zipper with double storm-channel closure, two chest pockets, two interior pockets with media port and two fully-lined hand pockets.
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I've worn Carhartts for many years -- they're great for working in, especially if it's cold and dry. They are not even close to my first choice for bushwhacking, though. I've long since converted to lightweight synthetics for that (Gore Tex shell, fleece, synthetic longjohns, etc.).
 
andrew7978 said:
Good point about being able to wear it longer each year. I think I'll probably go with a lighter one.

Thanks everyone for the advise
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If you are looking for a lighter weight and less money and I have found wears as well as Carhartt, you might want to try out Tractor Supplies brand of work coat. C.E. Schmidt
 
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If you are looking for a lighter weight and less money and I have found wears as well as Carhartt, you might want to try out Tractor Supplies brand of work coat. C.E. Schmidt
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I picked up my Carhartt at the local Tractor Supply Company, and had a chance to check out the Schmidts. A great product. I went with the Carhartt though.
 
I've got a sherpa lined Carhartt coat, it's really nice. I paid about $80 for it. I usually wear a zip up hooded sweatshirt underneath, especially if it's raining/snowing/extremely cold out.
 
disclaimer: I live in California, so truly cold weather mostly doesn't happen here. That being said, I've worn my carhartt since high school (over 10 years) and it hasn't failed me yet. I have a new one that rides in my trunk as my "oh crap!" jacket, and with their products (IMO), unless it's pouring, I'm dry. If it is pouring, then may I recommend the other thing in my trunk...a rain poncho. Good hunting!
 
I love mine, wear them exclusively in the winter. Even when snowing, the cotton is fine, but our snow here in Colorado is pretty dry.
 
I love my carharts, their bibs and work pants are great. I also have a jacket and a vest. I live in north Texas, so right now I am getting more wear out of my vest than anything. Never had any problems with them soaking through in a snow storm.
 
Carhartt was designed for the outdoor working man by a outdoor working man from the great state of Michigan.

I've worn carhartt for the past 15+ years and it has proven its worth to me in my days of construction and cable work. I have the artic extreme bibs and jacket and when the say artic they mean it, if you wear layers with these jackets and its above 15-20 degrees you will be very hot. I can remember days when it was -20 with gusty winds and having to leave my jacket open and legs half unzipped because I was burning up.

Also, I've never got wet in a carhartt.

If you want a jacket that will keep you warm in the coldest of weather and last for years then carhartt is your answer.
 
I know Carhartts are certainly construction industry staples. They are put together quite well from quality materials.

For me to a fair amount if water repellancy from the cotton duck material, I spray them at the first of every season with Camp Dry. Works great as the stuff keeps your jacket cleaner and seems to help preserve the material. Oh yeah, helps keep water off, too!

Robert
 
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