So I guess it's that time of year.
I've had the same Adidas winter jacket for around 7 years now and I think it's finally time for a change/upgrade. I'm starting to go back and forth between Vancouver and Toronto a lot for work, and holy balls is it cold out on the east coast right now, and it hasn't even started getting into the real "winter weather".
I've been looking for something in this style.
I've been looking at Columbia jackets simply because of the price point (also I can't get over the connotation that North Face carries), and maybe Arcteryx if I feel like throwing down a bit more. I don't really care much about the branding, but if the Arcteryx is going to last me years longer, I don't mind paying more. Has anyone experienced firsthand any difference in quality?
Also, for those of you who have this lighter weight type of jacket, what temperature range would you say they're effective? Are they more of a "wear a hoodie underneath" jacket?
I might have to shell out for a parka if those lighter weight types of jackets are no good for the colder weather. I naturally refused to ever buy a Canada Goose jacket in Vancouver, simply because it's overkill for our -2 degree weather, and I generally hate trendy fashion statements. But over here in Toronto, they sure do look appealing while I'm freezing my balls off.