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Anyone have one?
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My favorite piece of clothing since it came out. Warmest puffy I've ever had, period. Somewhat bulky in the space department but not in weight. About the same noise level and abrasion resistance as most puffys. I run a Kifaru slick bag 20 degree and the LPP seems like basically the same thing turned into a coat. The kangaroo pouch and cordura on the elbows are nice touches. The price hurt but I live in it for several weeks a year. I'd buy another in a heartbeat.
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Thanks.
Was set on ordering a First Lite Uncom-whatever, but the Kifaru isn't that off in price, and seems that its warmer going by most reviews I've read.
I'd gladly sacrifice a little weight and packability for warmth on this one, as it's not too bulky.
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I have the FL Uncompaghre puffy. It is one of my favorite jackets. I'd like to try the Kifaru but already have a couple of puffy jackets. Can it be worn as a stand alone - meaning is it water resistant/proof and quiet?
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Thanks.
Was set on ordering a First Lite Uncom-whatever, but the Kifaru isn't that off in price, and seems that its warmer going by most reviews I've read.
I'd gladly sacrifice a little weight and packability for warmth on this one, as it's not too bulky. I agree - that's a good lookin' parka. And the first I'd heard of that one.
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Yes, it's water resistant. I wear mine late season stand hunting as the outer layer. It's probably the best at blocking wind and is also the warmest. I've worn it in a light rain and snow conditions without soaking out. I also use the Kuiu Kenai, which I love, but they are completely different tools. The First Lite puffy is thinner and more form fitting, but not as warm or durable.
It is not quiet.
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It will stand up to mist or a light sprinkle but that's about it in my experience. The climashield insulation retains a very high insulation rate even when wet so it'll still be warm even when saturated. The insulation is very uniform and doesn't clump. The jacket is very warm, I've hiked in that and a merino T shirt in extremely cold weather. Definitely wouldn't recommend hiking with the jacket on though unless it's really cold and downhill.
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Well the Kifaru parka came in today.
Can't believe how light this thing is. Bear in mind I've never had the latest and greatest cold weather clothing, but I'm still a little skeptical of how warm this will be.
Very happy to say the sleeve and body length are plenty long for me (6'7"), although it does fit a little snug to be a 2XL.
Thinking this may be a winner, will hold out opinions until I get at least a season in it.
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Cool, hopefully you're as pleased with yours as I am with mine.
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Update after a few cold hunts....
This thing is awesome. Blows my mind how warm it is being so lightweight.
Time will tell about durability but everything else is well above my expectations.
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Holston, Glad it's working out for you.
Couple questions - sizing is about normal? And a scale of 1-10, with 10 being the "quietest", what would you rate/rank the parka?
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I bought a LPP in highlander this fall. Love the thing so much I bought one in CB Monday, along with a Slick Bag and a Doobie.....
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Holston, Glad it's working out for you.
Couple questions - sizing is about normal? And a scale of 1-10, with 10 being the "quietest", what would you rate/rank the parka? I normally buy XL Tall sizes. I certainly wouldn't want one smaller than the 2X. I would say on the small side, but not terribly bad. As far as noise, it's not quiet by any stretch, but I personally don't find it to be a problem. Not sure it'd be the ideal bowhunting jacket, but for anything else I don't see it being a problem. IF I had to put a number on it, I'd rate as a 5. So in a nutshell, if you're in between sizes order up and don't expect it to be as quiet as fleece. Can't see how you'd be disappointed though, this really is the best piece of hunting clothing I've ever owned.
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I bought a LPP in highlander this fall. Love the thing so much I bought one in CB Monday, along with a Slick Bag and a Doobie..... Nice buck... Curious to hear your thoughts on the Doobie. I'm debating between that and a HPG Mountain Serape.
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I don't know if I'll ever pack in the doobie and use it as a glassing blanket as I've got puffers for that. I got it as a blanket for when I stay in my camper shell and my bed ain't warm enough. The 1st Icebreaker shoot I attended was a cold sumbish, and I needed another blankie (or two...)
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So in a nutshell, if you're in between sizes order up and don't expect it to be as quiet as fleece. Can't see how you'd be disappointed though, this really is the best piece of hunting clothing I've ever owned.
That's perfect intel - thank you. You and Don just cost me some $$$.
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That's perfect intel - thank you. You and Don just cost me some $$$. I bet you'll love it. And for what it's worth, i'm pretty tight with money, cause money is pretty tight. This was a big purchase for me, and I set my expectations extremely high based on price. I wasn't let down in any way.
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I just hope the fartsack is as good as the coat....
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Might have to try the parka, but do we understand the definition of doobie differently?
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Used a LPP this year for the last three weeks in three states from highs in the 80's to single digits and snowing.
General use was hiking hard to glassing spots and then sitting for hours. Hiked in a light base layer and fleece top and once at a glassing spot put on the Parka and puff pants to cook dry and insulate. It's a mid tempature puffy, not a super warm one. Down to around 30-35 degrees it was good for absolute comfort with a silk weight base layer and light fleece top under it. Absolute comfort is defined by me as sitting still for hours and being completely warm- not chilled at all. Below about 30* I had to move around some or build a fire. It was great in single digits if I were moving at all.
I like anoraks and pass through pockets, so really like the design and cut of the Lost Park. It also breathes better than most puffs. I could walk quit a bit as long as it wasn't a heavy effort and not be drenched in it.
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Mid warmth Great anorak design and hood Breathes well and dries quickly Relatively light (21oz in large)
It will work for some of my uses, but not for truly cold winter mountain weather while stationary. At least not without another insulating layer.
Nunatak Equipment make an early identical pullover that you can customize completely. Material, size, fit, down or synthetic with 2.5, 3.6, and 5oz of Climashield Apex insulation. The Kifaru Lost Park Parka is 3.6oz, and I think 5oz would be about right.
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