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#236335 29-May-2018 10:14

When I was around 10, I remember being given a SwanDri jacket, and loved it because it was so warm and kept the wind out.
Now Im older, Im wanting to look for a good jacket.

Must be warm (lined usually), waterproof/resistant (yet both these terms get thrown around being as the same thing these days) and not too bulky. Not worried about a hood ( I have a beanie :) ) and other whizbang options, and preferably something that can be worn out casually without looking like a raincoat ;)

Budget : well... cheaper the better (as always) but want something decent thats going to last.

So, suggestions ? :)

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#2024540 29-May-2018 10:15

What's the jacket for?

Urban, farm, outdoors, boating?

Causal or formal etc

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#2024543 29-May-2018 10:20

I went for a 'puffer' jacket from Macpac … check out their stores and Kathmandu etc … quite stylish these days.

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#2024546 29-May-2018 10:25

I'm a huge fan of the cactuswear canvas clothes. NZ made and last forever!

The jacket for you may be https://www.cactusoutdoor.co.nz/clothing/jackets-and-vests/canvas-jackets/collared-jacket-mens.html but they also do (more expensive) down ones if required

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#2024592 29-May-2018 11:42

Hmm Jackets I may own way way too many (probably something like 30 plus). I would suggest you go have a look at Bivouac for the biggest range of brands. While I own several of the NZ Macpac and Kathmandu staples (I love the XT range) I am very fond of Arc'teryx (Atom SV/LT super light weight and versatile (own 3 colours) while the Thorium range is my go to outer wear as not bulky and 750/800 goose down but not bulky may own 5 of these oops), Mons Royale (my go to indoor jacket is the Hero hoody) and I like some Icebreaker (great Merino). https://www.bivouac.co.nz/

Recently also got some of the Japanese Superdry range which look really nice but the sizing is super small.

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#2024608 29-May-2018 12:04

https://www.theiconic.co.nz/mens-clothing-coats-jackets/

You don't have to go into a shop, free shipping (next day delivery) and free returns, for any reason (refund or 110% store credit).

Most of the name brands are there.

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#2024647 29-May-2018 12:14

MikeAqua:

What's the jacket for?

Urban, farm, outdoors, boating?

Causal or formal etc

Urban

Casual

Just to keep me warm/dry while running to bus and when out and about.

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#2024747 29-May-2018 13:02

xpd:

MikeAqua:

What's the jacket for?

Urban, farm, outdoors, boating?

Causal or formal etc

Urban

Casual

Just to keep me warm/dry while running to bus and when out and about.

My starting point for any jacket is generous internal chest pockets - phone, wallet etc.

I have a black, lined, woollen 'bomber' style jacket for this purpose in Wellington. It goes with anything. It's not waterproof, but it resists water for a while and dries quickly. Breathes well so adaptable to a width of temperature.

I do like the look of those canvas jackets though.

BTW Swannie still do jackets including some casual wear styles. Bit pricey

http://www.swanndri.co.nz/mens/jackets#catpage=2

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#2024752 29-May-2018 13:07

Rickles:

I went for a 'puffer' jacket from Macpac … check out their stores and Kathmandu etc … quite stylish these days.

Agreed but hardly waterproof, in fact, probably the opposite of waterproof, they are a sponge.

I can't recall the name but got a Kathmandu goretex jacket that fabulous. Has a removable hood and also a removable inner layer so it is easily adaptable to the conditions. Cost was about $400 on special.

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#2024906 29-May-2018 15:26

So why not a swandri again then? Still around.

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#2024951 29-May-2018 16:04

scuwp:

Rickles:

I went for a 'puffer' jacket from Macpac … check out their stores and Kathmandu etc … quite stylish these days.

I can't recall the name but got a Kathmandu goretex jacket that fabulous. Has a removable hood and also a removable inner layer so it is easily adaptable to the conditions. Cost was about $400 on special.

I've got one very similar to what you describe, and it's great. Mine is very similar to this one (NGX2), with the removable liner/vest (which my wife has appropriated). Great as a windbreak, waterproof, adjustable, excellent quality and made to last. Bought on clearance for about $200 a couple of years ago.

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#2025009 29-May-2018 16:55

Icebreaker make some really nice stuff... and I think there's still an outlet store near the airport. The retail prices are pretty high.

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#2025041 29-May-2018 18:08

xpd:

When I was around 10, I remember being given a SwanDri jacket, and loved it because it was so warm and kept the wind out.
Now Im older, Im wanting to look for a good jacket.

Must be warm (lined usually), waterproof/resistant (yet both these terms get thrown around being as the same thing these days) and not too bulky. Not worried about a hood ( I have a beanie :) ) and other whizbang options, and preferably something that can be worn out casually without looking like a raincoat ;)

Budget : well... cheaper the better (as always) but want something decent thats going to last.

So, suggestions ? :)

Get a ski jacket that breathes well.

I have moved on from puffer jackets. First they are not usually waterproof and I don't want to look like a Michelin man.

If you want a long cowboy coat that's a different fashion style.

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#2025051 29-May-2018 19:02

Pretty much all jackets are water resistant only rather than waterproof (unless it's PVC but you sweat a lot in those), but if the fabric is durable it's not a problem to reproof the waterproof coating.