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REI Switchback Parka

REI Switchback Parka

Average Rating: rated 3.00 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 4 Trailspace users

Description

The Switchback Parka is a hard shell jacket made by REI. It has an average rating of 3 stars (out of 5), based on 4 user reviews.

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From REI:
"REI Switchback jacket offers serious weather protection for just about any backcountry endeavor—no matter what the season. REI Elements®/slubbed nylon two-layer laminate construction offers reliable waterproof, breathable protection. Mesh and tricot linings are combined and placed to enhance airflow, speed moisture wicking and add light warmth. Windproof to 60 mph. Zip-off hood with side and back adjustments furnishes excellent protection while allowing peripheral vision. Two-way pit zippers offer personalized ventilation. Double draft flaps protect two way front zipper; lined collar and chin guard ensure comfort next to skin. Drawcord hem and adjustable cuffs seal in heat. Features two zippered hand pockets and zippered chest pocket; inside there's a zippered pocket with headphone port and a stretch mesh pocket. Zip-in compatible with REI Muir Woods jacket and vest, each sold separately."

User Reviews

rated 2 of 5 stars Men's Switchback Parka
Reviewed by Bob Sprengel, Nov 02, 2006

"I had great expectations but the parka lasted less than a month in use. The main zipper pull popped while attempting to cinch it up to my chin. The metal is very flimsy. You'd think that zippers would be a serious concern in design. REI needs to rethink this flaw and provide hardier zipper pulls."

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rated 1 of 5 stars Switchback Parka
Reviewed by P Scanlon, Nov 30, 1998

"Well this is a replacement jacket for the 'original' switchback that was an 'REI' fabric that went bad. My original switchback was a total loss. After a week in the WET Scotish Higlands I was a sopping mess. REI was EXCELLENT about stepping up to the plate and replacing the jacket, BUT my GoreTex replacment is no better after a year and a half."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Men's Switchback Parka
Reviewed by Andy Schorr, Sep 01, 1997

"Excellent, very lightweight rain gear. I have never gotten wet wearing this. The pants and jacket fold into the jacket pocket without too much trouble, making a convenient carrying bag.

Only complaint is that I would have used buttons in place of the velcro, velcro seems more flimbsy; otherwise, a great jacket at an unbeatable price."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Men's Switchback Parka
Reviewed by Andy Schorr, Sep 01, 1997

"Excellent, very lightweight rain gear. I have never gotten wet wearing this. The pants and jacket fold into the jacket pocket without too much trouble, making a convenient carrying bag. Only complaint is that I would have used buttons in place of the velcro, velcro seems more flimbsy; otherwise, a great jacket at an unbeatable price."

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