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Definitely a great tip here! 💯💯

Totally agree that dirty clothes are dirty! I definitely don't wear these clothes to bed 😂 I wouldn't say I'm bragging though - but rather just sharing my experiences in hopes of providing value to others interested in the same kind of clothes. Thanks for watching! 🙌🏽

Hey! I'm not sure about the synthetic down version - I haven't been able to test that one out yet. But I've read that synthetic insulation handles water/moisture better, and dries faster than the regular down. However, the regular down is better at keeping you warm, is more lightweight, and performs better in warmer/cooler temperatures!

That's awesome! So glad to hear your merino socks from Smartwool performed so well 🙌🏽🙌🏽

Hi there, it was my pleasure! Thanks for the kind words - cheers!! 🤙🏽

Hi there! I mentioned my size in the video 😄

Glad you enjoyed the review!! My chest is about 40-41 inches 👍🏽

In all the merino that I own, I haven't developed any holes yet. Fingers crossed!! 🤞🏽

I've only experienced holes on thin merino base layers or thin synthetic but all my heavy gauge merino have lasted over 5 years with no holes

Alas most merino traveling clothes is men's only...

Hi there! The color is Forest Night - I love this color!! 💯💯 Link to the Forest Night henley (affiliate link): bit.ly/waffle-henley

Hi there! I haven't worn the Patagonia down sweater so I can't specifically comment on its features - but I do see it's selling for $279. The Decathlon down jacket is a budget down jacket option, though I've heard in other reviews that it's as good as down jackets that are hundreds of dollars.

Ohhh! What's that?

Wow, glad to hear that you have had great experiences with your Uniqlo ultra light jackets! All of my Uniqlo stuff is good also...except this particular jacket. So, I really think I got a faulty product for this one. I love all my Uniqlo clothes otherwise 👍🏽

My pleasure! I'm not 100% sure if they'll do a sale on this jacket, but Decathlon does do sales throughout the year so stay on the lookout! 👀

Thanks for the feedback. Have an awesome weekend @@journeyanywear

@@sanjayg5780 no prob! Have a great weekend too 🙌🏽

I really appreciate your kind comments!! Gonna be working hard to put more content out this year. Slowly but surely, we'll get there 💪🏽💪🏽

My pleasure bro!! Glad you liked the vid! 🙌🏽🙌🏽

Seam tapes are silver! How about you?

@@journeyanywear Silver. All the pre-production reviews (Pack Hacker, Odie Mathews, etc.) I think showed a jacket with black seams.

@@jackolantern7342 Good eye on noticing that detail! Yup, I had to wait a year for mine like the rest of us :)

I'm glad that you found this video helpful! Hope you enjoy the jacket - cheers!

Some feather leak is normal for sure...but I had a lot of leakage!!

Thanks, I really appreciate it!! 😊😊

If you were to get 1 shirt, I'd say get the black - grey shirt on grey pants (for me) would be too much grey lol. But if you can get 2 shirts, do black + concrete for sure!

Hi there! I'm 5'10" and chest is about 40. I go into more detail about sizing and fit in the full review here: th-cam.com/video/JgtSnKvuQus/w-d-xo.htmlsi=vknClM92x6LpkmBA Cheers!

Of course! See links in the description of my full video review: th-cam.com/video/7KmQTuMTisY/w-d-xo.html

Hey bro! I'd say it would be good for a light-medium workout session. It's stretchy af and comfortable. If I'm going to do a cardio session or sweat profusely during my workout, I'd prefer a thinner shirt than this one. It has a bit of "weight" to it, but not in a bad way.

I didn't even realize the zipper was YKK! Yeah, not sure why it just wasn't working as smoothly for me. Could be the small size of the zipper indeed 🤷🏽‍♂️

Thanks for watching the vid, and for your kind words, bro! Good to know about your experience with this down jacket too. I haven't tried the Pocketable Parka yet - I hope it performs well in your trip to Taiwan, and beyond!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽

It doesn't leak feathers that much.

Heyy maraming salamat! I appreciate you! 🙌🏽🙌🏽

That's awesome! Love the packability of merino too. Hand luggage only is so much less of a hassle than checking in bags for sure! 👍🏽

No pants?

Did you have to wash it? How often and why, ie activity level, etc. (No sense of smell here). TIA!

​@@fred6670 Who needs pants these days anyway!

When I've used this in rain, I've never experienced rain going through the the roll top and into the main compartment of the bag. However, for the small quick access pocket at the top - this unfortunately has succumbed a couple times to leaking some water/moisture when in the rain for a long time. If you're in the rain for a short period of time, it should be fine though. Note: The bag in this video is an original PRVKE - not sure if this issue has been fixed in the new one!

LOL! Not native Hawaiian - I'm Filipino American 🇵🇭🇺🇸🤙🏽But you're right tho - I'm also from South Florida and definitely not an expert in cold weather gear. However, I do travel a lot to some cold places and enjoy sharing my experiences with i.e. jackets like this Decathlon one. It sure is a good deal - thanks for watching and cheers! 🙌🏽

@@journeyanywear Its been getting close to 0 F here in Ohio, if there is any wind it goes right through my coat, I need something that really stands up to wind and insulates well. I was thinking about one of these Trek insulators, and a military surplus goretex shell would be about the best bang for my buck.

@@masterofreality230 Wow it's really cold up there! Let me know what you end up going with - I'd be interested to know! 🥶

Hi Tom - thanks so much for the wool tips! You sure have a lot of experience in caring for this material - I appreciate it! 🙌🏽🙌🏽

@@journeyanywear 😆

Nice Mark! I don't have anything from Fjallraven (yet) but I've always heard good things about that brand. Happy adventuring! 🙌🏽🙌🏽

Hi Heidi, thanks for the watching and for your kind words about the video! So cool that you and your family all wear merino as well 🙌🏽 I've indeed heard of Wool&, and told my wife about it - maybe she'll pick something up from there in the future. You guys have a pretty cool channel and I've subscribed to stay tuned to your adventures! Cheers 😊

@@journeyanywear Thanks! Subscribed to follow you as well.

@@KenshoQuest I appreciate it - all the best to ya!

Yup! I did give the merino henley a wash when I got home lol! Thanks for watching 👍🏽

Hi Zach, thanks for the kind words about my vids! I really appreciate it. I definitely think the X Cotton Tee is worth a shot. Hope you like it man! Cheers 🙌🏽🙌🏽

Lol thanks for the kind words!!

Thanks for your comment! I agree that you can layer with down jackets in extreme weather. So cool that you have a lot of experience with many down jackets - happy adventuring to ya! 🙌🏽🙌🏽

Sorry to hear that yours is losing feathers!! Maybe you got a faulty jacket - are you able to return and/or exchange it for a new one?

Thanks for watching until the end! You are correct - I'm a total newb to the world of down jackets, and the two are indeed cheap! I enjoy looking for products that are lower in cost but still have good value, and there are plenty of others out there who feel the same too. Of course there are other higher quality, more expensive jackets out there! Hopefully, I'll test those one day. Cheers man!

@@journeyanywear I used to feel the same but realized that i would rather spend 300$ on a high quality jacket then 100$ 3 times on a crappy jacket. I guess to each their own. I can’t afford to be cheap.

@@AlexanderMason1 To each their own for sure! I wouldn't be cheap if I were you either - it sounds like you need high quality down jackets for your purposes. But for me, this Decathlon jacket has been doing just fine for now 👍🏽

Thank you for pointing out that fact from the website!

I definitely agree that "cold" is different for many people! Obviously from its price, it's not going to perform as good as other down jackets that are hundreds of dollars more. But that's ok - some people are willing to make the cost tradeoff if it suits their purposes. Thanks for your comments!

There are those who would disagree.

Thank you for the kind words!! 🙌🏽

I think they're both worth it for the money! But if I were to choose, I'd pick my Decathlon Forclaz Trek 100 - for a little more money, you get a more durable jacket that includes a hood as well. I think the Decathlon jacket is better for overall adventuring/hiking/traveling. Note though that it is quite puffy though! If you want to save a few bucks and get a more low key/stylish jacket to walk around town and travel with too, the Uniqlo Ultralight Down will be fine (unless you get a faulty one like mine in this video 😆). Check out the Uniqlo jacket review on my channel for more info on it - cheers!

@@journeyanywear Thanks for your genuine reviews buddy ❤️

@@amangarg187 No problem bro!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽

The down jacket featured in this video is not very warm and the Uniqlo one it’s actually warmer.Don’t just look at the down fill power but also at how much of that down there is inside of the jacket. Also look at what the shell and lining is made of and how thick it is as well as whether or not it is coded with any DWR finish.

That's dope that your Uniqlo and North Face down jackets are going strong after so many years! 🙌🏽🙌🏽

Yes, from the U.S. Decathlon website, I originally ordered this in Large, which I believe is European XL - this was back in 2020 though, so I'm not quite sure if the sizing has changed...be sure to check the size guide on your country's Decathlon website to be sure!

Interesting! I did experience pilling, but only after long-term & heavy usage while traveling. I always used the washer for it, and hang dried it. Hope it's working alright as a yard shirt for ya though lol!

Hi Kelvin, no problem! Glad you found this one helpful...cheers!

Hi Caleb, glad you liked the video - thanks a bunch!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽

Maybe it's out of stock? If so, check back in while to see if they get it back!