User Review: Columbia Ballistic Parka

Columbia Ballistic Parka
Above: The current Ballistic Parka, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed February 1, 1999 by Ben

Rating: rated 4 of 5 stars
Fabric: Omni-Tec
Price Paid: $300

I looked for a waterproof breathable jacket for the lowest price for quite a long time and had it narrowed down to TNF mountain light and this one. The reason I bought this one was because it came with a very very soft polartec liner and was about $35 less. I have been very pleased with this jacket and hope to have it for a long time! The only complaint I have about it is with its liner, it is very heavy (3 or 4 lbs I think). I have been bone dry in a huge rainstorm. One other thing, The inside might have been just slightly damp to the touch a few times, but I think that is due to the water-repellent finish coming off. You can replace this finish by putting it in the washer with some nik wax. Very good jacket overall, although I would like a marmot!:)

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