Looking for a good Parka length coat

“Suggestions for a good parka length coat? I'm in the market and most of the coats I've had recommended to me are just over waist length. I want one that covers my butt and can be unzipped up from the bottom so I can lift my legs up high when hiking up steep inclines. It should have a drawcord or something at the waist to prevent drafting when I'm not active and it's cold/windy. Armpit zips are a must also... or some other way of venting as I heat up easily. Waterproof of course, but it doesn't have to be real thick, I can add layers under it. If it is thick it shouls have a zip out layer for the "active" part of the climb.

Any suggestions? Thanks in advance...

Capt. Jim”

“http://www.columbia.com/products/pr_detail.cfm?product_id=3246

I have something like this, pit zips, draw string waist, wind and water proof. Doesn't zip up from the bottom though, but if you draw in the waist up high during a climb, it might do the trick. Hope this helps.
last edited: 12/27/04 10:06:36 PM”

“Suggestions for a good parka length coat?
“Suggestions for a good parka length coat? I'm in the market and most of the coats I've had recommended to me are just over waist length. I want one that covers my butt and can be unzipped up from the bottom so I can lift my legs up high when hiking up steep inclines. It should have a drawcord or something at the waist to prevent drafting when I'm not active and it's cold/windy. Armpit zips are a must also... or some other way of venting as I heat up easily. Waterproof of course, but it doesn't have to be real thick, I can add layers under it. If it is thick it shouls have a zip out layer for the "active" part of the climb.

Any suggestions? Thanks in advance...

Capt. Jim”
CaptainJim
10:49:36 PM
12/27/04


YA! What he said, and I want it for 2 bills or less too! Any ideas? I am very leary of columbia gear but anyone have a different favorite?”

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