Positive Reviews:Excellent! (But, a 'parka'?...no) | | Rating: |  | | I needed a solid, waterproof winter jacket that was warm but light weight. I was a bit worried about this item being called a 'parka' because by my definition of 'parka' that would have been too heavy and too long. But, this item turned out just what I wanted. Fits great, easy zippers, velcro in all the right places, pockets are flannel-lined, and the pit-zips are great for letting more air in when snow shoveling causes too much warmth. I'm a 42 short, and it fits very well. The sleeves have a velcro cinch that allows for adjusting to short arms. The hood is OK but is subject to blowing off in a stiff breeze (not a big deal). Layering is necessary underneath it when temps go to single digits and/or the wind blows. I've been wearing it daily since I bought it and am very happy with it. | | wkb4447 at Sierra Trading Post on 12/29/2009 | Columbia Free Agent Parka | | Rating: |  | | Some reviews state they run small. I wear either a M or L depending on the brand. I got the L and it is only slightly to big. The M would have been too small. Good style and quality. Not too heavy, but much more warmth than a shell. I bought it for casual wear in cold (20-40') weather. I have a heavier jacket for skiing. | | Bugs at Sierra Trading Post on 09/03/2009 | Perfect Jacket for a perfect price. | | Rating: | | | Very nice winter coat. Most of the time when I order clothes from the internet, they aren't as good as they looked on the net. Not this time however, I enjoy this jacket visually and physically a lot more than the way I saw it on the internet. Very cheap too, 68% off the original price! Highly recommended. | | D Marsh at Sierra Trading Post on 01/05/2010 | Good coat, but not very warm. | | Rating: | | | I bought it planning to wear it as a winter coat. I can't really recommend it for that... it's much more of a fall/spring jacket. It's very thin, and extremely lightweight, but has almost no insulation. However, it fit very nicely, and looks great. I'd still recommend it, but not as a winter coat. | | Matt at Sierra Trading Post on 11/07/2008 | PREDICTABLE COLUMBIA QUALITY | | Rating: | | | One of the best bargains we purchased from STP this year. This jacket has all the necessary amenities we were looking for. As a matter of fact, we are going to type in the number and if they still are available, will order another color. Highly recommend among the many possibilities from Columbia!!! | | keek4 at Sierra Trading Post on 03/16/2009 | Great sale on a good product | | Rating: | | | I had hoped there would be a little more room for layering, but on the other hand, the coat is warmer than I expected so will rarely need much underneath. Without layering, good to about 10 degrees with moderate activity (brisk walk. Wish the snow skirt could be completely removed. | | Jacob Truck at Sierra Trading Post on 02/04/2009 | Beautiful Jacket | | Rating: | | | Its warm enough that I don't have to worry about being cold in the sub-zero temps of Michigan but if I am in the middle of a rainstorm in April, I can zip out the inner lining and the outer lining is thin enough so I don't start sweating. | | joe at Sierra Trading Post on 06/10/2008 | Fantastic JAcket | | Rating: | | | I like this jacket. Its stylish and its comfortable. I wore it when it was 35 degrees and it does a nice job of keeping you warm. It has enough pocket to hold things such as keys, phones, etc. Love this jacket! | | Pretty Rechie at Sierra Trading Post on 01/17/2009 | Great Jacket | | Rating: | | | I use this jacket to snowboard and it works great. The powder skirt helps keep my back dry, the jacket fits nicely, and I never get too hot or cold on the slopes. It's also very stylish as well as lightweight. | | Bill the Snowboarder at Sierra Trading Post on 12/11/2008 | stylish jacket | | Rating: | | | all around good jacket. maybe a little small in length. bought it for my teen boy. he is growing so fast i hope to get the season out of it. overall length in body of jacket seems a bit short. | | momster at Sierra Trading Post on 11/11/2008 |
| Negative Reviews:Too thin, too short... | | Rating: |  | | I was looking for a thick ski jacket for long days on the slopes. I layer some, but want the coat to do most of the work. This just seemed too thin to do the job, so I sent it back. also I'm tall (6'2") and like a longer jacket that comes mid thigh, this came just to the waist and none of the reviews/descriptions mentioned that. | | Ski Sergeant at Sierra Trading Post on 12/19/2008 | Definately returning it. | | Rating: | | | I expected a "Parka" to be warm and this one doesn't fit that bill in any way. | | Larry at Sierra Trading Post on 12/25/2009 |
Neutral Reviews:A decent coat for dips below freezing. | | Rating: |  | | This item was described as a Parka. That being said, I was expecting something a lot heavier. However, it is really light and awesome for days out snowboarding. I only have two complaints with this coat. I wish it were longer. It comes down to my waste, barely. My other complaint, when I received this coat, the bottom snap was broken. Beyond these shortcomings, I'm satisfied. The price was right and it suits my needs. However, it's not an extreme temperature coat. | | Karmatose at Sierra Trading Post on 12/25/2009 | Parka? | | Rating: | | | I had to return the L for an XL, which is odd because my other Columbia jacket is an L. Also, it is described as a parka, but for really cold weather you will need an insulating layer. My other Columbia "parka" is much better insulated. Good jacket with these caveats. | | NorthwestMN at Sierra Trading Post on 04/21/2009 | Fairly Good Jacket | | Rating: | | | Not a bad jacket, but not really a parka, it is too light and not good for really cold weather. But it is very light for the protection it does offer. Be sure to order one size up and it will fit well. | | ClimberJ at Sierra Trading Post on 06/13/2009 | Not what I expected. | | Rating: | | | I was expecting a warm winter coat. This would be nice for mild temperatures, but not cold winter days. | | parent at Sierra Trading Post on 03/17/2009 | good spring jacket | | Rating: | | | wear this jacket on a day which turn cold and found that it kept me warm | | jimmy at Sierra Trading Post on 05/19/2009 | nice coat, arm holes too tight | | Rating: | | | Sadly, due to the tight arm holes, had to send this nice jacket back | | Jim the golfer at Sierra Trading Post on 03/15/2009 | Columbia Sportswear Free Agent Parka | | Rating: | | | Very good jacket, from picture it appeared to be thick but it is not. | | Penguin 410 at Sierra Trading Post on 12/31/2008 | TOO SMALL | | Rating: | | | Too small.. order a size up. | | jon at Sierra Trading Post on 03/13/2009 |
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