How to Choose Insulated Outerwear

A staple for winter belays, exposed bivys and high, cold alpine terrain the world over, the Black Diamond Belay parka is an insulating cocoon designed to endure the toughest conditions.
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View all Black Diamond Women's Synthetic Insulation JacketsBest Use | Multisport |
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Fabric | 50-denier polyester ripstop woven |
Lining Fabric | 20-denier nylon plain woven |
Insulated | Yes |
Insulation Type | Synthetic |
Insulation | ThermoLite HL Eco-Made 200 g polyester |
Warmth | Warmest |
Hood | Yes |
2-Way Zipper | Yes |
Back Length | Hip-length |
Back Length (in.) | Unavailable |
Gender | Women's |
Weight | 1 lb. 5.8 oz. |
XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | |
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Numerical Size | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | |||||||
Chest | 31 - 32 | 32.5 - 34 | 34.5 - 36 | 36.5 - 38.5 | 39 - 41.5 | 42 - 45 | ||||||
Bust | 31 - 32 | 32.5 - 34 | 34.5 - 36 | 36.5 - 38.5 | 39 - 41.5 | 42 - 45 | ||||||
Sleeve Length | 29.5 | 30.5 | 30.5 | 31 | 31 | 31 | ||||||
Waist | 23.5 - 25 | 25.5 - 27 | 27.5 - 29 | 29.5 - 31.5 | 32 - 35 | 35.5 - 39 | 26 - 27 | 27 - 28 | 28 - 29 | 29 - 30 | 30 - 31 | 31 - 32.5 |
Hip | 32.5 - 34 | 34.5 - 36 | 36.5 - 38 | 38.5 - 40.5 | 41 - 43.5 | 44 - 47.5 | 35 - 36 | 36 - 37 | 37 - 38 | 38 - 39 | 39 - 40 | 40 - 41.5 |
Inseam | 29.5 | 29.5 | 30.5 | 30.5 | 30.5 | 30.5 | 29.5 | 30.5 | 30.5 | 30.5 | 30.5 | 30.5 |
HOW TO MEASURE:
Neck: Around the fullest part of the neck, at the base.
Chest: Around the chest, just under the arms and across the shoulder blades.
Sleeve: From the center back of the neck, across the shoulder, and down the arm to the wrist.
Waist: Around the narrowest part of the waist.
Hip: Around the widest point of the hips.
Inseam: From the crotch to the anklebone on the inside of the leg.
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I haven't used this jacket enough. I am easily chilled and kept this in my pack while ski touring. It fits over my shell and my Access Down Hoody and still feels comfortable. It is particularly thick and cozy around the neck and head. The material isn't as thick as I was expecting but once it's on, it's toasty. I'm 5'6" and 140 lbs. Medium fit great. Love the long sleeves.
I wore this jacket backcountry skiing and on a glacial traverse in -30 temperatures and was so happy to have this. The large hood works well over a ski helmet, and the bottom zipper is great for harness access. Good for all level athletes.
I wanted a jacket that was super warm and this is it. Today was 20 degrees out and it was great. Cannot wait to wear it all winter. Haven't experienced snow yet and dryness, but I bet it will be great
Ordered a large and it was a little smaller than expected. Still has enough room for layers underneath and plenty of room in the hood for a helmet. Nice and toasty, plus its a great color.
So far so good except it seems the sizing has changed and I find the sizing much bigger than previous I got a large and I would of been happier with a medium
This jacket is comfortable and warmer than I expected. I’m very happy to have added the belay jacket to my warm weather collection.
This is a BIG puffy jacket. It doesn't pack down small, but worth the extra space that it takes in the pack to stay warm.
Warmest jacket I’ve ever owned! I’ve used it skiing in -10 degrees, and was totally fine.