KARTI1955 Posted October 6, 2015 #1 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Any suggestions for a packable parka to take me from the north to the south? I am looking for one that has a little bag or pouch to stuff it in to once I get to Florida. I saw an Athleta jacket that looks very nice. Any feedback? TIA! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orchestrapal Posted October 6, 2015 #2 Share Posted October 6, 2015 (edited) LLBean has several down that fold into one of the pockets of the jacket. Just bought one for myself and one for my husband @ 30% off. Even at full price they are a good buy. Edited October 6, 2015 by orchestrapal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhfy Posted October 6, 2015 #3 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Athleta is great. Columbia has some great light gear. Sierra Trading Post. Don't laugh, but Kohls has Tek Gear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoyaheel Posted October 6, 2015 #4 Share Posted October 6, 2015 I have had an LLBean for years that I'll pack, but if I know I'll be getting wet, I use my Bean goretex rain coat (packs down, but doesn't come with its own pocket and is slightly bulkier - but goretex is the best for breathable waterproofing, so...) Uniqlo has some nice small packable options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sr4mjc Posted October 6, 2015 #5 Share Posted October 6, 2015 (edited) I like the Uniqlo Water Defender, packable down. Packs up pretty small. I wouldn't go in the pouring rain it in, but a light rain or mist and it will keep you dry. Edited October 6, 2015 by sr4mjc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slidergirl Posted October 6, 2015 #6 Share Posted October 6, 2015 How warm do you want/need this parka to be? That is an important factor here in a type of jacket/parka for you. I've had a Patagonia Down Sweater since 2011. For me, it's a true Spring/Fall/Winter parka. It is not really a "sweater", but a full-zip lightweight down jacket. I wear it every winter when the temps here at home are about 20 degrees or warmer. It packs down very small into it's own internal zippered pocket. It makes a nice additional pillow on the plane. You can look on their own website for it. Also, REI, Backcountry.com, Sierra Trading post will have it. I have the straight Black one; but they have some cool colors also. I also have a couple of MEC 1/4 zip down pullovers. Great also, but they have no pockets. You could buy a small bag to stuff it into. MEC is a Canadian store that is also a coop (like REI). There are some things you can buy on their website and have shipped to the US. I usually make a pilgrimage to their stores when I'm up in Canada. I've helped the Canadian economy several times with the purchases I've made ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KARTI1955 Posted October 7, 2015 Author #7 Share Posted October 7, 2015 How warm do you want/need this parka to be? That is an important factor here in a type of jacket/parka for you. Doesn't have to be too heavy. Just something that isn't going to be too bulky to put in my suitcase pocket. I probably won't use it too much other than for travel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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