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REI Switchback Parka - Men's Extended Sizes

Item # 770842

$189.00

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REI Switchback jacket offers serious weather protection for just about any backcountry endeavor—no matter what the season.

  • REI Elements®/slubbed nylon two-layer laminate construction offers reliable waterproof, breathable protection
  • Mesh and tricot linings are combined and placed to enhance airflow, speed moisture wicking and add light warmth
  • Windproof to 60 mph
  • Zip-off hood with side and back adjustments furnishes excellent protection while allowing peripheral vision
  • Two-way pit zippers offer personalized ventilation
  • Double draft flaps protect two way front zipper; lined collar and chin guard ensure comfort next to skin
  • Drawcord hem and adjustable cuffs seal in heat
  • Features two zippered hand pockets and zippered chest pocket; inside there's a zippered pocket with headphone port and a stretch mesh pocket
  • Zip-in compatible with REI Muir Woods jacket and vest, each sold separately

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Item 770842

REI Switchback Parka - Men's Extended Sizes Specs

Specification

Description

Shell fabricNylon
WaterproofYes
WaterproofingWaterproof breathable laminate
LiningNylon mesh/tricot
Average weightUnavailable ounces
Back length34 inches
GenderMen's

REI Switchback Parka - Men's Extended Sizes Customer Reviews

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REI Switchback Parka - Men's Extended Sizes
 
3.0

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Dec

31

2008

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

great parka

By turtleboy86

from vegasnv

About Me Avid Adventurer

Pros

  • Durable
  • Good Fit
  • Lightweight
  • Versatile

Cons

  • Does Not Breathe

Best Uses

  • Freezing Conditions

Comments about REI Switchback Parka - Men's Extended Sizes:

warm...and u can still zip in a sweater

  • Gift:
  • Yes
  • Sizing:
  • Feels true to size

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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Sep

3

2009

 
2.0

Doesn't Layer Well

By camplady

from Alaska

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Site Member

Pros

  • Didn't leak

Cons

  • Doesn't Layer

Best Uses

  • Warm weather

Comments about REI Switchback Parka - Men's Extended Sizes:

The lining in the jacket is so grippy, it will not layer with fleece or wool making it a real chore to get out the door with in cold/wet weather. Get all the layers arranged, step out the door and bend down or reach up and try to rearrange it all again. It got old real fast. Didn't leak, though.

  • Gift:
  • No
  • Sizing:
  • Feels too small

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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