Turned me off to the company forever. Trying to get people killed for their profit, as far as I'm concerned. Layering is the only way to deal with prolonged exposure to extremely cold environments. Proper management of your layers over conditions that change hour to hour is key. Who ever came up with that campaign has never been more than fifteen minutes from shelter and probably lives in their parents basement and has blue hair.😊
I survived 3 New England Winters, outside, wearing wool...and cotton or silk underlayers. I trust the old materials with my life. This stuff is all hype
Thank you for the alternative. Bearskin believes the election season approach. Slam ads 24/7. All it does is open the interest to alternatives and further research (i.e. negative reviews on supply chain).
I bought one a year or two ago, and it fits like a garbage bag, and the backwards zipper drives me crazy. Must be better when you get paid and get it for free.
Unfortunately I'm short and wide 5'6" and 220# or so depending upon how much I lift for weights. So it's hard to find stuff to fit me. So I learned to sew
Here in Michigan, northern states in general, fleeces and knit sweaters pretty much serve the same purpose. Indoor warm layer, outdoor insulation layer, under wind and water proof outer layer.
I bought the 3.0 and wear it every day, in Ontario Canada, its so comfortable and warm without being heavy, I got one for my wife and she loves it, I just ordered the waterproof fleece for wet winters we seem to be having lately. Imwojld buy again
I bought a Baerskin Tactical Hoodie shortly after receiving one of the company's early email advertised sale flyers. Living in central Florida, the Hoodie is more than adequate to meet any temperature challenges we experience in these parts and it is pretty comfortable on the back. The only real complaint I have with the company is that after I ordered the Tactical Hoodie, it took Baerskin more than three months to ship one to me, with absolutely no advisement of the cause for any shipping delays. I actually thought I had been scammed by the originators of the sales email. Nuff said.
@@dadbudgetadventures The Tactical Hoodie is a more than acceptable garment' innovatively designed, well-crafted and fairly priced. I like the garment, but have reservations as to how well the company is run!
I bought one of the original versions. While it was nice and warm and seemed to be water proof, there were quite a few things I didn't like. The zipper felt weird and there was no way to cinch the hood tight around your head, among a couple other things I don't remember. I left them a review it seems like maybe they actually react to feedback, so that's a good thing.
I've seen those hoodies, and wondered about them. I don't know if you were able to assess how windproof it is, but I'll be interested to see how it performs.
I have had one for about 3 years and it looks like they've updated some of the features. Mine doesn't have adjustable sleeves, which makes them very baggy and open so the wind can get in. The bigger issue I have is that the neck hole is huge when zipped all the way up, and there's no way to cinch up the collar, so my neck is exposed to wind constantly. The fabric is warm, but due to the fit of the neck and wrists, it's not a very warm jacket IMHO... I didn't see you zip it up all the way, so I can't tell if the neck/hood is still an issue. Looks good on ya though!
Good thorough review. Pockets, tight fit, all are nice design implements. Being old school, however, I have learned from experience that, contrary to their advertising, dressing in layers in Canada's north winter season, is the best idea. Their adverts disparage the time-tested advice of our elders, who knew better to dress in layers. It is not a childish behaviour to wear layers; it does not make you a 'Momma's Boy'. Don't be intimidated by their arrogant foolishness. In 40 below temperature, it may be nice to stand around wearing that hoodie, but start an activity, like sawing firewood and chopping it, and stacking it, with that garment on, or just plain snowshoeing or skiing, you would be forced to remove it. And, wearing a tee shirt underneath (because it is too hot wearing any other layers), would mean frostbite. Layers are the real way to go. Macho men will get frostbite, as the Psalmist plainly asks, 'Who can stand before His cold?' (Psalm 147:17)
Great point. I think it really comes down to what your expectations are for using it. For me I mostly need protection from cold while I’m outside. I’m in a different mode though when I’m gathering or processing firewood or exploring. For this I definitely recommend careful consideration of layers you can easily shed and rebuild.
I've been curious about Bearskin products for a while. One of my siblings has Parkinson's, and during the fall and winter they have a hard time keeping warm outside or while traveling. He's prefers fleece, as it's not to heavy, but under 50 Fahrenheit they don't work well for him. I've been considering one of these as a gift for him. Thanks for the review, and will probably get one for him.
I hear what you are saying, but I’ve been disappointed by fleese hoodies/jackets before. They are comfortable, for sure, but they fail miserably in the wind, rain, and cold. Now, Baerskin tells me they are different and their hoodie is much better than all the rest; but I don’t believe them. A fleese hoodie, is a fleese hoodie, is a fleese hoodie and Baerskin may have a tighter weaver or whatever they claim, but I’m not buying it. Fleese is a nice comfortable garment when it’s a calm, chilly morning, but when the weather turns cold and windy, you better break out real cold weather gear. Why else do you think Baerskin is marketing an outer jacket to protect the wearer from the wind, rain, and body heat dissipation? No fleese for me.
to bad they don't bother in full grown men sizes, still extremely overpriced & not worth it to me Their regular & sales prices show it too as of right now today: reg price $350 cad sale price $140 cad that's a pretty high mark considering they are still making a profit at the sale price.
Because when I got the jacket and it still want getting cold outside I improvised so I could test it. But if you just need this to be something dubious then I’m not going to be able to make it make sense to you.
@@dadbudgetadventures Sorry my friend, I am true to my convictions, I am not a "leftist" on the contrary Centre Right Christian and it is nothing personal to you, so has long has that individual is in power, I block the US. I wish you and your family good luck, see you when he leaves.
@@joaomarreiros4906Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God. Rom13:1 NKJV
The commercial said "be a man lose the layers"
Ive been to Alaska layering is life
Yeah that idea wasn’t their best approach
Turned me off to the company forever. Trying to get people killed for their profit, as far as I'm concerned. Layering is the only way to deal with prolonged exposure to extremely cold environments. Proper management of your layers over conditions that change hour to hour is key. Who ever came up with that campaign has never been more than fifteen minutes from shelter and probably lives in their parents basement and has blue hair.😊
I survived 3 New England Winters, outside, wearing wool...and cotton or silk underlayers. I trust the old materials with my life. This stuff is all hype
I believe it has its place but it’s certainly not a replacement for good layering and material.
I went with duluth shoremans fleece. They didn't force 5000 commercials at me per day. Came in 3 days also.
Thank you for the alternative. Bearskin believes the election season approach. Slam ads 24/7. All it does is open the interest to alternatives and further research (i.e. negative reviews on supply chain).
Yeah they are a little heavy on the emails.
I bought one a year or two ago, and it fits like a garbage bag, and the backwards zipper drives me crazy. Must be better when you get paid and get it for free.
Clearly we have a different impression. And for the record I wasn’t paid for my review. I don’t do that.
@dadbudgetadventures funny
Unfortunately I'm short and wide 5'6" and 220# or so depending upon how much I lift for weights. So it's hard to find stuff to fit me. So I learned to sew
That’s understandable. I’m pretty vertically challenged myself so things look different on me than my taller counterparts.
Here in Michigan, northern states in general, fleeces and knit sweaters pretty much serve the same purpose. Indoor warm layer, outdoor insulation layer, under wind and water proof outer layer.
That’s kinda what I have found. Once you go outside in most fleece it’s pretty worthless.
I bought the 3.0 and wear it every day, in Ontario Canada, its so comfortable and warm without being heavy, I got one for my wife and she loves it, I just ordered the waterproof fleece for wet winters we seem to be having lately. Imwojld buy again
Thanks for that! Always good to hear more positive reviews.
I bought a Baerskin Tactical Hoodie shortly after receiving one of the company's early email advertised sale flyers. Living in central Florida, the Hoodie is more than adequate to meet any temperature challenges we experience in these parts and it is pretty comfortable on the back. The only real complaint I have with the company is that after I ordered the Tactical Hoodie, it took Baerskin more than three months to ship one to me, with absolutely no advisement of the cause for any shipping delays. I actually thought I had been scammed by the originators of the sales email. Nuff said.
That’s good to know. Thanks for sharing. I hope you at least like the product even if the experience of getting it wasn’t great.
@@dadbudgetadventures The Tactical Hoodie is a more than acceptable garment' innovatively designed, well-crafted and fairly priced. I like the garment, but have reservations as to how well the company is run!
I have been debating whether to get one or not. This review helps. Thank you
I’m pretty impressed overall. Looking forward to trying it out once cold weather decides to show up.
My brother is a mechanic and the garage door is open and shut regularly...i have been looking at this for his birthday ❤
It would be great for someone like that!
Got waterproof soft shell but I can't cant fit a 9 mil in any pocket
Well that works for me because I’m not going to carry in my pocket.
So did you buy it or was it given to you?
It was sent to me as stated
@dadbudgetadventures thanks Dad 🙏
I bought one of the original versions. While it was nice and warm and seemed to be water proof, there were quite a few things I didn't like. The zipper felt weird and there was no way to cinch the hood tight around your head, among a couple other things I don't remember. I left them a review it seems like maybe they actually react to feedback, so that's a good thing.
Yeah I think they have improved on the things that didn’t work previously.
I've seen those hoodies, and wondered about them. I don't know if you were able to assess how windproof it is, but I'll be interested to see how it performs.
I looked last year for son but I just was not sure
I’m hoping for a cold snap soon so I can really put it to the test.
I have had one for about 3 years and it looks like they've updated some of the features. Mine doesn't have adjustable sleeves, which makes them very baggy and open so the wind can get in. The bigger issue I have is that the neck hole is huge when zipped all the way up, and there's no way to cinch up the collar, so my neck is exposed to wind constantly. The fabric is warm, but due to the fit of the neck and wrists, it's not a very warm jacket IMHO... I didn't see you zip it up all the way, so I can't tell if the neck/hood is still an issue. Looks good on ya though!
It has a stiff collar around the neck that is designed to look good and add some wind resistance, plus the elastic pull for tightening.
Good thorough review. Pockets, tight fit, all are nice design implements.
Being old school, however, I have learned from experience that, contrary to their advertising, dressing in layers in Canada's north winter season, is the best idea. Their adverts disparage the time-tested advice of our elders, who knew better to dress in layers. It is not a childish behaviour to wear layers; it does not make you a 'Momma's Boy'. Don't be intimidated by their arrogant foolishness. In 40 below temperature, it may be nice to stand around wearing that hoodie, but start an activity, like sawing firewood and chopping it, and stacking it, with that garment on, or just plain snowshoeing or skiing, you would be forced to remove it. And, wearing a tee shirt underneath (because it is too hot wearing any other layers), would mean frostbite. Layers are the real way to go. Macho men will get frostbite, as the Psalmist plainly asks, 'Who can stand before His cold?' (Psalm 147:17)
Great point. I think it really comes down to what your expectations are for using it. For me I mostly need protection from cold while I’m outside. I’m in a different mode though when I’m gathering or processing firewood or exploring. For this I definitely recommend careful consideration of layers you can easily shed and rebuild.
I've been curious about Bearskin products for a while. One of my siblings has Parkinson's, and during the fall and winter they have a hard time keeping warm outside or while traveling. He's prefers fleece, as it's not to heavy, but under 50 Fahrenheit they don't work well for him. I've been considering one of these as a gift for him. Thanks for the review, and will probably get one for him.
If you decide to go that way I truly hope it works for him and wish you and your family all the best.
Try a heated jacket for him. There are all different kinds, including fleece ones, and you don't have to run the heat when it isn't needed.
I see the adds and was wondering about them.
Are they made in America?
Or are they just priced as if they were?
They are out of Switzerland
@dadbudgetadventures I went to the Web site, and there is no mention of where they are made.
Thanks for answering.
@@dontcare3430 Google your question. They are made in China. (or maybe you dontcare)
GSM is grams per square meter. Its how they measure the weight of the fabric
Cool. Thanks for that!
Appreciate the review. Peaked my interest in the product. Thank you!!
Glad it helped!
I hear what you are saying, but I’ve been disappointed by fleese hoodies/jackets before. They are comfortable, for sure, but they fail miserably in the wind, rain, and cold. Now, Baerskin tells me they are different and their hoodie is much better than all the rest; but I don’t believe them. A fleese hoodie, is a fleese hoodie, is a fleese hoodie and Baerskin may have a tighter weaver or whatever they claim, but I’m not buying it. Fleese is a nice comfortable garment when it’s a calm, chilly morning, but when the weather turns cold and windy, you better break out real cold weather gear. Why else do you think Baerskin is marketing an outer jacket to protect the wearer from the wind, rain, and body heat dissipation? No fleese for me.
That’s valid
keep yourself warm
Right now that isn’t a problem 😬
Cory Feldman! 😂
😎
What size did you get ?
I ordered the large. Typically I order XL for more room but I wanted this to fit better and it’s a perfect fit.
That's a good looking jacket
I like it and I agree that it looks quite nice.
Yeah, but how many home made MREs can you stash in the pockets???
At least two whole ones. A lot of individual parts though.
I bought one of these when it came out. GARBAGE! Fits like crap, lose, thin, wind blows right through it. I won't try another one.
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That looks great! Went to purchase one but it changed my address and it won't let me correct it!! UGH
That’s weird. Wonder what’s up with that.
@dadbudgetadventures not sure but I'm disappointed
They are really good coats
I’ve been impressed. Now if it will just get cold so I can properly enjoy it.
Good review, Thank you!
You’re quite welcome
Nice bunny hug.......... I'm from Saskatchewan and it's what we call a hoodie a Bunny Hug
So that’s going in my vocabulary now 😎
@dadbudgetadventures cool
Thank you debating if I want to want to buy my husband. Maybe.
Hope this helped.
The Apple of hoodies
Maybe so
COOL VID DBA, GREAT HOODIE....Z....
Thank ya
@@dadbudgetadventures YW
Thanks
You’re quite welcome.
I'm a fleece fan, have looked these. But I'm not a hoodie fan
I'm a hoodie fan, not a fleece fan
😅
I’m not really a hoodie guy typically. I like that this fits like a jacket but has the hood if that’s your thing.
Good deal
Yep!
The only way I could afford one of those is if I bought it at a Thrift Store.
It’s definitely not something for every budget
to bad they don't bother in full grown men sizes, still extremely overpriced & not worth it to me
Their regular & sales prices show it too as of right now today:
reg price $350 cad
sale price $140 cad
that's a pretty high mark considering they are still making a profit at the sale price.
It’s not going to be for everyone, for sure.
That’s what I was looking for without clicking a link. I suspected it would be too rich for my blood.
You put a walk in freezer in your house?
That was at work
Hate wearing fleece in the winter….hate the static shock! Hate the static clings to the body!! I still used my 20 years old cotton winter coat!
Cotton kills when it gets wet.
@ ….I am retired and live in the city. We have umbrellas for that….
You’re not wrong. That static is a beast!
Their designs are horrid
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Mel Gibson, has it really come to this?
Sure
🤣,
👍💪👏💪👍
😎
So you have a walk in cooler and freezer, So why couldn't you test it in the summer ? Something isn't right here.
Because when I got the jacket and it still want getting cold outside I improvised so I could test it. But if you just need this to be something dubious then I’m not going to be able to make it make sense to you.
What he’s saying is, why didn’t you test it the first time you were asked in summer if you had the walk in available?
@@tonyrome655 I glad you go what I was saying. Some people just like to argue. God bless and thank you.
@@dadbudgetadventures so what are you saying that I'm to stupid to get it. Look in the mirror buddy it all you. Your the one that doesn't get it.
Since the US is an authoritarian regime now, I am unsubscribing this channel. Sincere apologies to the youtuber. Good luck.
Seems like a good reason to follow a prepping channel but you do you.
WTF does that have to do with the price of tea in China??
I'm feeling you dude, but you shouldn't take it out on all US TH-camrs.
@@dadbudgetadventures Sorry my friend, I am true to my convictions, I am not a "leftist" on the contrary Centre Right Christian and it is nothing personal to you, so has long has that individual is in power, I block the US. I wish you and your family good luck, see you when he leaves.
@@joaomarreiros4906Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God. Rom13:1 NKJV