TisTheWindAndNothing t1_iqxk8zo wrote on October 3, 2022 at 8:45 PM

In US, Columbia makes great winter gear at a price much lower than the top brands. I wear a Merrel shell that I've had for 10+ winters.

ZlatkoPlaySk OP t1_iqxkkba wrote on October 3, 2022 at 8:47 PM

Will defo check out Columbia , I’ve thought about Columbia and TNF , thanks ❤️

betancourtb t1_iqxne8d wrote on October 3, 2022 at 9:05 PM

I moved to Finland and believe me, do check Columbia!!!! My Columbia jacket is the best! In their website you can choose jackets based on how warm you want it to be.

Ihaveamazingdreams t1_iqxo8cd wrote on October 3, 2022 at 9:11 PM

I just got a down coat with the omni-heat lining for less than half price. It's was on clearance from last year. It's really nice.

jstwnnaupvte t1_iqyjdrr wrote on October 4, 2022 at 1:03 AM

I bought one of the 3 in 1’s last month & I’m almost looking forward to winter so I can wear it!
My sister has had a Columbia for ten years, so it felt like a quality purchase, plus the versatility of this one was a selling point for me.

TisTheWindAndNothing t1_iqylyt1 wrote on October 4, 2022 at 1:23 AM

I wear just the shell and my own sweater

jstwnnaupvte t1_iqz00gw wrote on October 4, 2022 at 3:11 AM

It gets very cold here in the winter, so I will definitely be utilizing the insulating layer, but I did already pop on the shell during a rainy day & was very pleased!

michmemuch t1_iqxvjdn wrote on October 3, 2022 at 10:02 PM

I have had the same Columbia winter gear for 20+ years. Has held up better than a Land's End coat, but since that had a lifetime warranty I took it back to the store and got a broken zipper replaced. I have also heard good things about L.L. Bean, but I am not sure what you have access to.