Canada Goose Men's Langford Parka Cpat

Canada Goose is an investment in warmth and quality. On average, they cost twice as much as many other popular down parkas. Are they worth it?I got the opportunity to test two Canada Goose parkas for my geographical location's climate. Both are typical Canada Goose quality: strongly stitched, very warm, high quality down and zippers, and a hood that is second to none.Today, I had the opportunity to test the Langford in -14F weather.It was terrific.I did the test wearing only a t shirt, and walking the dog at a brisk walk. This is not a power walk, but it is not a leisurely stroll, either. It is a good pace for both the dog and my health. I also wore the CG gloves.I was wonderfully comfortable.In the Canada Goose Expedition, I found that even while in just a t-shirt, I had to constantly adjust the zipper and take off the hood, in order to reduce the temperature. Even with this, I broke a sweat which, in this dangerous temperature, is not a good idea. When I got home, I changed my wet t shirt.Not so, at the same temperature with the Langford. The Langford is just as long as the Expedition, but has the slimmer cut, and less volume of down. Comfortable at -14F briskly walking in just a t-shirt, I should be comfortable standing, or leisurely walking, in all the normal winter temperatures of my daily climate. It is expected to be 22 degrees F during the day in winter, and about Zero or single digits, on average, at night. The Expedition, while wonderful quality, is overkill.I have come to agree with Canada Goose's TEI measurements of what parka is best. The Langford is Level 4. We tried Level 3 last year, but the arms were too cold.Level Five is for constant arctic temperatures when someone is standing around. If I had to stand around in constant below zero temperature, the Expedition would be perfect. In Maine, temperature that approach -20 F are only a few days each season.Level Four is more suited for New England winters. I think this may be the same for Chicago and mid west winters.If your geographical location is routinely above 32F, the Langford may be too warm and you may need to consider Level 3 at the CG website.The hood's use of coyote fur is specifically designed to protect against wind and it warms the wind as it hits the face, protecting the wearer from frost bite. I have found this claim to be true. Faux fur cannot accomplish this. The hood can be worn partially on, which helps regulate body temperature.Also, using the CG website design under "fraud", don't buy at eBay. At any given time, 75% or more of them have fake holograms in their photos. Some use "stock" photos from CG website. You will see "Canada Goose TM" where it should read "Canada Goose R" and the design of the maple leaves lacks precision.On the -14F walk, with breezy winds, the "Real Feel" was -24 F. I was comfortable in the Langford, only a t-shirt, CG down gloves, jeans and Baffin boots without socks. I purchased $15 replacement insoles from Ugg, and put them in my Baffins and did not even need socks. I did the same thing with my hiking boots. (I love Ugg slippers and each year I treat myself to a sole replacement. The slippers get a lot of mileage but for just $15, it is like getting new slippers, as I treat the leather regularly and keep them clean.)Fake CG can be hazardous to your health as China factory managers do anything and everything they can to cut costs. Rather than quality down, you may get dirty chicken feathers, with feces, and become ill. The cost of the CG is very high, but it is an investment and CG gives a lifetime warranty for good reason: they stand behind their "Made in Canada" product.Note that wearing a wool sweater beneath the Langford may be too much warmth. You can always unzip partially to regulate your body temperature. Avoid excessive sweating in extreme cold.The warmth, strength of stitching, fabric, fur hood and the warranty all make the Canada Goose parka an investment in warmth and quality that should last for many years.From CG website: "Made illegally in factories in Asia," Canada Goose says, " the fake jackets are found on many rogue websites as well as in the flea markets of Shanghai, Beijing and Bangkok. Counterfeiting is illegal. It often funds organized crime and counterfeit factories in regions where labour standards are lax often employ child labour. Counterfeiting is not only illegal, but also dangerous. After analyzing the content of counterfeit jackets, we know that instead of the sanitized, Canadian down used by Canada Goose, counterfeiters often use feather mulch or other fillers. These materials are often coated in bacteria, fungus or mildew, posing significant health risks to unsuspecting consumers. As well, raccoon, dog or other unknown animal hair may be used in place of our functional coyote fur ruff. Even more frightening is that for a person in cold climate, an authentic Canada Goose parka could mean the difference between life and death. Without real down and fur, the chance of frostbite or freezing becomes a real possibility."Update: Today was below Zero F, but the "Real Feel" with the gusty winds was -31F and I was comfortable walking the dog. I had the hood up, which kept my face warm. Beneath it, just a t shirt and no hat.

" I dont know what this jacket can do for me if have to pay that much ". That what i said when i saw this jacket at Paragon store. And it was the stupidest thing I told. Few months later i bought this jacket. If you dont know your size go to Canada Goose web and fallow size chart or what is better and i did, send mail to Canada Goose with your dimensions. I high recommended this awesome jacket. Grate for people who walk a lot and dont like cold weather. You can not believe even not imagine for what im gonna said but just try. With this jacket you dont know how cold is "outside" of this jacket. Seriously! You feels like in warm cozy room. For example when i walk to work at that day was ~10F and windy, snowy. I met my friend and he complaining about how freezing is today. What i said is " Hmm its winter so suppose to be cold." I went to building change my clothes and after some time i had to go back. I left jacket inside the building. After less then 4 minutes being outside i was shocked how freezing is. My body was cold and like throwing into "frozen" river. I asked my fiend if it was so freezing in the morning?. He said in the morning was worst!And good thing is, this jacket keeps your body temp. So is not too cold not too worm. Few days ago i trowed out my old jacket because was too warm, make me sweating, what i hate more then coold.So thank Good i bought this jacket. Now i have to talk with my fiance bcs she dont even trust me how i feel with this jacket. Last week we were on a walk ( we like to walking around no rush enjoying walk and talk ) but also was freezing and windy. With this jacket is always worm/cozy. We came back to home and she complain about cold weather. I toughed her body and was really cold. She toughed my body and then she said " so that true .. you dont even know how cold is outside of this jacket ". And you know what i said .. " Thats what i said to you many time ".Next good thing is this is buy for many years if not whole life. Also you dont need gloves. These pockets are like warmers.Thank You Canada Goose for being in the market and make this jacket.P.SI love 5 stars and high recommended review and items :)

I bought this parka from a 3rd party site called backcountry on Amazon and tested this jacket on the first day in a New York snowstorm with temperatures ranging from the teens to high twenties and I could not be more impressed with this jacket.Upon receiving this jacket, I was at first skeptical about the high price point since I have never owned a Canada Goose product before and would be shifting from the proven Arcteryx brand.Needless to say, the jacket has kept me warm and I only wore a polo underneath during the snowstorm which basically solidifies this purchase on a good note.The Jacket fits just right as I ordered a black/small with my frame being 5'7/145lbs and there seems to be room for layering depending on how loose or tight you adjust the concealed waistcords on the lower-midsection of the jacket. The two hand pockets located on the upper chest section of the jacket have a wool-like feel on the inside so if you accidentally misplace your gloves you don't have to worry about your hands getting cold. The length of the jacket goes all the way down to the mid-thigh section so it will protect you effectively from that part all the way up to your head. The jacket comes with removable fur which is zippered into the hood and can be taken off but overall the jacket looks better with it. The YKK zippers are situated on the left side of the jacket and there are two of them. The trick to using these zippers is to push down on the top one until the right (zipper-less) side of the jacket goes through both zippers and then to pull up using the top zipper. Overall, I think this was a solid purchase and only time will tell about the durability of this parka but so far so good.