Hi Abbie . My wife and I have had Paramo smocks since 2007. She has the Velez (detachable hood) and I have the Velez Adventure (attached hood). What can I say? Prior to Paramo, I had had 5 different Goretex waterproofs, including some high end and expensive kit. All were great when new, but ALL became leaky eventually. In some cases, quite quickly. The opposite has been true with Paramo. We have worn them under a wide range of severe conditions from Dartmoor's finest horizontal deluged, to Cairngorm blizzards. They have been absolutely faultless. We have NEVER got wet in them! At this point I should stress that I don't like all Paramo kit - the cut of some of the jackets is far too baggy for me, but the Velez smocks are ideal. We've used them walking and mountaineering, mountain biking and even when running in the winter. Only downside is that they are warm, too warm for summer. We also tend to use them differently to a normal shell because of this. We tend not to carry them and put on when it gets wet, but rather we wear them over a Base Layer, like a fleece and shell combined. In winter, maybe just add a light fleece under too -they're really that warm. Also use the Paramo concept of 'overlayering' when you stop - putting an insulating layer over the smock, rather than underneath. Finally, washing and reproofing with Nikwax enables the garments to remain in 'as new' condition functionally, although ours are now showing some physical wear round cuffs, under rucksack straps and hip belts (the fabric is worn and a bit shiny). Expensive but worth it in my opinion.
Great review Abbie. I've had this jacket for 2 years now and it's great. Comfortable, dry, well cut and adjustable. Converted me from goretex boil in the bag feel. I got it from sport pursuit on a 50% deal. Probably wouldn't have bought at RRP (I never do 😂). Heavy pack will press rain water in at lower back and run down legs, but paramo trousers are so comfortable and warm when wet it doesn't matter. They also self dry when the rain stops, unlike goretex where you stay cold and wet. It is marmite but after years of expensive goretex jackets I'm much happier with the versatility of a single garment like this.
The analogy fabric so effectively sucks moisture from the skin that any maps or electronics stashed in the pockets get drenched. So waterproof cases are highly recommended!!! I'd combine this jacket with a craghoppers elgin base layer for tick-repellency and wear paramos excellent Torres over the jacket as the weather dictates. Loved your livestream:)
I purchased the velez jacket about 6 weeks ago, haven’t managed to use it in real anger yet but so far so good. I’ve always wanted to try one as my walking buddy has one , he’s had it many years and always fairs better than me, especially in bad weather. The price is high but recently got it for £180 in one of their promotions on line along with a waterproofing set. Okay it wasn’t to colour I would have chosen but beggars can be choosers. I have to say that Abbie’s review is pretty much spot on , I agree with what she has said. Well done Abbie.
Good to hear your views on Paramo, I've recently got the smock version in pumpkin, it's my 2nd smock as I find them great for cycling and walking the dog. Very good in the wind and rain,only gripe is it's a bit sweaty in warmer weather but why would you wear it then.When wild camping if you get wet it seems to hold the water when taking it off in the tent which can be a annoying but overall it's good.
Hi Abbie I have a new Paramo Andina jacket which cost me under £200. It meets your criticisms: the vents go from the arms right through the armpits down to waist level. There are 2 internal pockets one good for my phone and another large enough for an OS map. Mine (M) weighs 670g so not super lightweight however it is super comfy. I hate the noise shell jackets so much prefer this. I still have my previous Paramo jacket which is just as waterproof as when I bought it at least 10 years ago. I'd certainly recommend checking these jackets out. I do use my Rab Kinetic on warmer days (another non-noisy jacket). Thanks for the review.
The secret to the zip I have discovered is to NOT hold the bottom of the zip. Instead just align the ends together, hold the bottom of the jacket (slightly away from the zip) and pull.
I have the Valez smock which I have had for 3 years and I love it. The large centre pocket easily stores an OS map. I also got it for £149 at sale price which is a massive bonus. I do find it too hot though for the height of summer.
Thanks Abbie, a very concise and honest appraisal I thought. I`ve had a Paramo smock for years and I love it. Over the years I`ve worn it in all seasons, and in all weathers, and it really has stood the test of time- the build quality is excellent. Yes, Paramo are a high end brand, and I get that some people may balk at paying big money for a jacket … but in my experience of hiking/outdoors gear, you always get what you pay for. I look forward to more reviews and your further adventures!
Paramo are a game changer! Most of the features you’re looking for are on the enduro 😁 - internal pocket - chest pocket - better venting zips Bit more expensive though but worth if you want the extras
Personally i really rate paromo, my mums wears her jackets everyday, it's 10 years old now and still perfect. They are pricey but they last, generally outdoor professionals get gifted gore-tex jackets, but they'll buy paramo ones
I have been using an ALTA 3 for a few years now, I find it very comfortable and warm in all but the worst conditions. it can start to get to saturation point in very wet weather . they are very easy to care for if you use the nikwax products , overall a good jacket for up in the hills or down on the lowlands
Hi Abbie isn't this the Velez jacket? Paramo also offers a great repair service for their products. I used this service to replace the main zip in my Aspira jacket and was thoroughly impressed.
Thank you for an excellent review Abbie. I have the very same jacket in black. It fits beautifully but runs a bit warm for summer use, more autumn, winter and spring. I only had the jacket about 3 months and had hardly used it and the first time out in a heavy rainstorm I got seriously wet. I have three other Paramo jackets that have not let in water so sent it back to Paramo. They reproofed it and returned it to me. Am waiting to see how it holds out in the next downpour.
@@ashmaybe9634 I have tried it since and it still has the same problem when it rains heavy. I can’t trust it when it rains heavy and so I now use a Mountain Equipment Lhotse gortex jacket which had proved excellent.
I've just bought one of these to replace my old one - finally wore out after about 10 years and recycled with Paramo so I got my £50 voucher! Did you miss the small inner zipped pocket on the right-hand side of the chest map pocket? Big enough to take a mobile phone. There's also a neat loop for attaching a mini carabiner, key ring etc. in the right-hand chest pocket.
Paramo gear is definitely too hot for summer imo. The only jacket I’ve found so far that you can put on and leave on all day is the Rab Kinetic Alpine. Give it a go if you come across one. Brilliant jacket 🤓
Hi, Thank-you for the review Abbie. I have owned the velez smock and trousers for a few years now and love the paramo brand for many reasons. However I am experiencing some issues staying dry at the moment, despite following washing instructions carefully, am thinking this may be due to a build up of soap in the washing machine, as I know this can have a detrimental effect on the water repellency of the nikwax chemicals.
Paramo lasts for years. I mean for years and years and if you are a regular user and look after it, it is well worth it. They are also more versatile. Over 20 years well worth it and I have had mine for 10 years now and still works brilliantly. My wife has been through quite a few cheaper waterproofs as they fail.
And bargains can be had as Paramo sell seconds and you can always buy second hand. If you are patient on eBay; I have bought a £250 Paramo for 60 quid.
Regatta is good entry level stuff certainly, I know from experience. It is also fine for low level stuff, or infrequent mountain use. If you're out in the mountains very frequently though, that's where stuff like Paramo becomes worth investing in.
I love my Paramo jacket - I think it's a Miranda but it doesn't actually say on it. Similar material to yours, has pit zips (very good for temperature control), pockers are obstruced by backpack straps though. You can get them cheaper if you shop around and buy last years colours or buy refurbished from them on ebay. If you return one on their scheme and it is still ok they will replace any worn items/do repairs and then sell on ebay. Love the ethics and if it lasts as i hope, it will be worth the money, people in my walking group have had theirs for 20 years and still going strong! A gortex jacket lasts me 5 years max before it need replacing.
Great review, thanks. I’ve just bought my second Paramo. The first was an eBay purchase ten years ago. When it arrived I reproofed it per Paramo’s instructions, and took it onto Pen-y-Fan in the worst that Winter could offer. Performed brilliantly. I have recently tried the Mountain Equipment Lhotse, which is lovely, but not nearly as good at handling heat when working hard in the high country.
Great coat and fab review Abbie - might put this on my wish list. I recently been looking at their products; for when we can all get outdoors again. All the best - Stay Safe. Mark.
My only concern would be the colour when walking past farming land where there is a bull or cattle with calves who are very protective and could charge.
I also walk hot. I would recommend just using a windproof over a t-shirt when moving in anything over 8ish°C. Then throw on a jacket when you stop. In summer it is no big deal if rain gets through the windproof. When you stop body heat and pretty much any Paramo jacket would see you dry out just a t-shirt in no time. Save the velez jacket for when you stop or for use in cooler temps or awful weather.
Good video as always. I notice in your description that you have "teamed up with Paramo Clothing", does this mean that they have supplied you with a freebie for review? If they did you really do need to make this explicit in your video.
@@sicooper4230 Because there can be a world of difference between a sponsored review and a review of something that you have spent your own cash on. To use a horrible social media term Abbie is an "influencer". I respect her opinions and judgement and, more than once, have bought gear of the back of her recommendations /reviews. If a company sends her a freebie it is in the hope that her review will result in sales of that product, they did not send her a free jacket (assuming they did) because they were worried that Abbie might get cold. I'm not suggesting that Abbie isn't anything but 100 % straight as an arrow but transparency is important. I don't know if you follow Darwin on the Trail but he has some interesting things to say about paid reviews and the independence of the reviewer.
@@tamarmolerick3814 one of the reasons I follow The Outdoor Gear Review is exactly this. Luke is a great reviewer and he'll tell you straight, he couldn't give a monkeys if you buy the products he reviews. Agenda free, all bought with his own money etc.
I would never ever partner with a company if they would pay me to lie or tell anything other than the truth of my own personal experiences. Paramo and I are working together, meaning, like all my reviews, they are 110% my opinion, honest and and I am NOT paid anything. I tell the truth and always will in my reviews. I am not here to make money out of anything or to con people. This is not the mission of Spend More Time In The WILD, I can assure you.
Paramo tends to be a Marmite brand - you either love it or loathe it. In general they are heavier & warmer than other brands but I've used them for over 20 years. In fact, my first Paramo jacket was a Cascada which I bought (I think) about 22 years ago & is still going strong. I've also go a Quito which is cheaper & lighter than the Velez which I've had for about 7 years. It also has long pit zips but not much in the way of pockets. I think it's probably meant more for biking & running but I've used it for year round hill walking with a heavy sack & had no problems. I managed to rip it (a good 8 inches from the shoulder down 1 sleeve), sewed it up (well my wife did) & reproofed it & it is still fully weatherproof. As people have said, Paramo isn't the cheapest gear around to buy but, when I consider how long it lasts, I consider it very good value.
I would be incredibly grateful if someone could comment on sizes. I am size 12 and I prefer tighter fitting - should I go for size medium or large? Thanks, Sandra
I love everything about Paramo...except one thing. I've owned many of their products over many years, and they all filled me with remorse as soon as I used them for anything remotely athletic ( apart from their walking tights which were not 'waterproof', which they don't make anymore). They were, without exception, just far too hot. Unfortunately, a clothing brand that are limited to dog walkers who get overly defensive as they bark and snarl at me (dogs and owners) for suggesting their anthropomorphised pet isn't actually 'under control' and those Glenmore Lodge/DoE 'mountain leader' types.
It might retail for £300, but i have a Paramo jacket which is over twenty years old and still waterproof. How much would I have spent on gortex Jackets in that time. Paramo lasts, so might be a bit pricey but you will get your moneys worth eventually
WoW I can think of better things to do with the money this Jacket costs Abbie you really are wild, maybe under the current circumstances that we all living with, Im thinking your timing for a review on a jacket costing this much money is a tad out flower
Listen "flower", if you had even half a brain, you'd calculate the whole-of-life cost rather than the initial outlay cost i.e Paramo lasts for 10+ years easily, normally much longer, whereas even the highest end goretex pro (usually costs the same as paramo if not more) usually lasts no more than 4-5 years before it starts to de-laminate. If you buy cheap mountain warehouse or regatta shells, well that's fair enough, you pays your money you makes your choice as they say, personally that kind of stuff is ok for occasional use, but isn't up to any kind of serious use, especially in winter in the mountains.
Bought this last November when to Inverness wild camping froze my balls off ended up walking all the way back to the car to get my buffalo 6 shirt which nothing beats. The paramo is nothing but overpriced garbage. Go buy a buffalo shirt.
I find my buffalo smock waaaay too hot in anything but the worst/coldest weather. I think Paramo is more versatile for more middle of the road weather than Buffalo. Love my Buffalo though.
Hi Abbie . My wife and I have had Paramo smocks since 2007. She has the Velez (detachable hood) and I have the Velez Adventure (attached hood). What can I say? Prior to Paramo, I had had 5 different Goretex waterproofs, including some high end and expensive kit. All were great when new, but ALL became leaky eventually. In some cases, quite quickly. The opposite has been true with Paramo. We have worn them under a wide range of severe conditions from Dartmoor's finest horizontal deluged, to Cairngorm blizzards. They have been absolutely faultless. We have NEVER got wet in them! At this point I should stress that I don't like all Paramo kit - the cut of some of the jackets is far too baggy for me, but the Velez smocks are ideal. We've used them walking and mountaineering, mountain biking and even when running in the winter. Only downside is that they are warm, too warm for summer. We also tend to use them differently to a normal shell because of this. We tend not to carry them and put on when it gets wet, but rather we wear them over a Base Layer, like a fleece and shell combined. In winter, maybe just add a light fleece under too -they're really that warm. Also use the Paramo concept of 'overlayering' when you stop - putting an insulating layer over the smock, rather than underneath. Finally, washing and reproofing with Nikwax enables the garments to remain in 'as new' condition functionally, although ours are now showing some physical wear round cuffs, under rucksack straps and hip belts (the fabric is worn and a bit shiny). Expensive but worth it in my opinion.
Great review Abbie. I've had this jacket for 2 years now and it's great. Comfortable, dry, well cut and adjustable. Converted me from goretex boil in the bag feel. I got it from sport pursuit on a 50% deal. Probably wouldn't have bought at RRP (I never do 😂).
Heavy pack will press rain water in at lower back and run down legs, but paramo trousers are so comfortable and warm when wet it doesn't matter. They also self dry when the rain stops, unlike goretex where you stay cold and wet.
It is marmite but after years of expensive goretex jackets I'm much happier with the versatility of a single garment like this.
I use Paramo all the time as my main kit, I have use Paramo kit for around 20 years in all sorts of weather and I love it..
The analogy fabric so effectively sucks moisture from the skin that any maps or electronics stashed in the pockets get drenched. So waterproof cases are highly recommended!!!
I'd combine this jacket with a craghoppers elgin base layer for tick-repellency and wear paramos excellent Torres over the jacket as the weather dictates.
Loved your livestream:)
Thanks, Abbie. I really respect your reviews because I know they will always be your honest opinion. 🙂👍
Just bought the velez evolution - great jacket
Does it come with a 4 man tent, kitchen sink and four poster beds?? 🥴
Still, it doesn’t hurt placing it on my wish list 😊👍🏼
I purchased the velez jacket about 6 weeks ago, haven’t managed to use it in real anger yet but so far so good. I’ve always wanted to try one as my walking buddy has one , he’s had it many years and always fairs better than me, especially in bad weather. The price is high but recently got it for £180 in one of their promotions on line along with a waterproofing set. Okay it wasn’t to colour I would have chosen but beggars can be choosers. I have to say that Abbie’s review is pretty much spot on , I agree with what she has said. Well done Abbie.
Good to hear your views on Paramo, I've recently got the smock version in pumpkin, it's my 2nd smock as I find them great for cycling and walking the dog. Very good in the wind and rain,only gripe is it's a bit sweaty in warmer weather but why would you wear it then.When wild camping if you get wet it seems to hold the water when taking it off in the tent which can be a annoying but overall it's good.
Hi Abbie
I have a new Paramo Andina jacket which cost me under £200. It meets your criticisms: the vents go from the arms right through the armpits down to waist level. There are 2 internal pockets one good for my phone and another large enough for an OS map. Mine (M) weighs 670g so not super lightweight however it is super comfy. I hate the noise shell jackets so much prefer this. I still have my previous Paramo jacket which is just as waterproof as when I bought it at least 10 years ago. I'd certainly recommend checking these jackets out. I do use my Rab Kinetic on warmer days (another non-noisy jacket).
Thanks for the review.
The secret to the zip I have discovered is to NOT hold the bottom of the zip. Instead just align the ends together, hold the bottom of the jacket (slightly away from the zip) and pull.
I have the Valez smock which I have had for 3 years and I love it. The large centre pocket easily stores an OS map. I also got it for £149 at sale price which is a massive bonus. I do find it too hot though for the height of summer.
Thanks Abbie, great review, really helpful. Thanks too for the heads up on the £50 discount on new products when returning used clothing to Paramo.
Great review. I've got the Halcon and love it. Love your channel. I think we should start calling you pumpkin.
Thanks Abbie, a very concise and honest appraisal I thought. I`ve had a Paramo smock for years and I love it. Over the years I`ve worn it in all seasons, and in all weathers, and it really has stood the test of time- the build quality is excellent. Yes, Paramo are a high end brand, and I get that some people may balk at paying big money for a jacket … but in my experience of hiking/outdoors gear, you always get what you pay for. I look forward to more reviews and your further adventures!
Paramo are a game changer!
Most of the features you’re looking for are on the enduro 😁
- internal pocket
- chest pocket
- better venting zips
Bit more expensive though but worth if you want the extras
Personally i really rate paromo, my mums wears her jackets everyday, it's 10 years old now and still perfect. They are pricey but they last, generally outdoor professionals get gifted gore-tex jackets, but they'll buy paramo ones
I have been using an ALTA 3 for a few years now, I find it very comfortable and warm in all but the worst conditions. it can start to get to saturation point in very wet weather . they are very easy to care for if you use the nikwax products , overall a good jacket for up in the hills or down on the lowlands
Hi Abbie isn't this the Velez jacket?
Paramo also offers a great repair service for their products. I used this service to replace the main zip in my Aspira jacket and was thoroughly impressed.
Thank you for an excellent review Abbie. I have the very same jacket in black. It fits beautifully but runs a bit warm for summer use, more autumn, winter and spring. I only had the jacket about 3 months and had hardly used it and the first time out in a heavy rainstorm I got seriously wet. I have three other Paramo jackets that have not let in water so sent it back to Paramo. They reproofed it and returned it to me. Am waiting to see how it holds out in the next downpour.
Any update on this Ian?
@@ashmaybe9634 I have tried it since and it still has the same problem when it rains heavy. I can’t trust it when it rains heavy and so I now use a Mountain Equipment Lhotse gortex jacket which had proved excellent.
I've just bought one of these to replace my old one - finally wore out after about 10 years and recycled with Paramo so I got my £50 voucher! Did you miss the small inner zipped pocket on the right-hand side of the chest map pocket? Big enough to take a mobile phone. There's also a neat loop for attaching a mini carabiner, key ring etc. in the right-hand chest pocket.
It looks like a very nice jacket, I have heard of the brand but I find it retails at a very high price!!
It lasts much better than most products, so works out as good value.
Paramo gear is definitely too hot for summer imo. The only jacket I’ve found so far that you can put on and leave on all day is the Rab Kinetic Alpine. Give it a go if you come across one. Brilliant jacket 🤓
Hi, Thank-you for the review Abbie. I have owned the velez smock and trousers for a few years now and love the paramo brand for many reasons. However I am experiencing some issues staying dry at the moment, despite following washing instructions carefully, am thinking this may be due to a build up of soap in the washing machine, as I know this can have a detrimental effect on the water repellency of the nikwax chemicals.
I’m a Regatta lover, great clothing at great prices and clothing that lasts......it’s nice to have big named products but the costs are ridiculous..
Paramo lasts for years. I mean for years and years and if you are a regular user and look after it, it is well worth it. They are also more versatile. Over 20 years well worth it and I have had mine for 10 years now and still works brilliantly. My wife has been through quite a few cheaper waterproofs as they fail.
And bargains can be had as Paramo sell seconds and you can always buy second hand. If you are patient on eBay; I have bought a £250 Paramo for 60 quid.
Regatta is good entry level stuff certainly, I know from experience. It is also fine for low level stuff, or infrequent mountain use. If you're out in the mountains very frequently though, that's where stuff like Paramo becomes worth investing in.
I love my Paramo jacket - I think it's a Miranda but it doesn't actually say on it. Similar material to yours, has pit zips (very good for temperature control), pockers are obstruced by backpack straps though. You can get them cheaper if you shop around and buy last years colours or buy refurbished from them on ebay. If you return one on their scheme and it is still ok they will replace any worn items/do repairs and then sell on ebay. Love the ethics and if it lasts as i hope, it will be worth the money, people in my walking group have had theirs for 20 years and still going strong! A gortex jacket lasts me 5 years max before it need replacing.
Great review, thanks. I’ve just bought my second Paramo. The first was an eBay purchase ten years ago. When it arrived I reproofed it per Paramo’s instructions, and took it onto Pen-y-Fan in the worst that Winter could offer. Performed brilliantly. I have recently tried the Mountain Equipment Lhotse, which is lovely, but not nearly as good at handling heat when working hard in the high country.
Have to say Paramo works if you understand the system. Bloody expensive though. But it does work 😋
Love your videos, thanks for sharing. x
Great coat and fab review Abbie - might put this on my wish list. I recently been looking at their products; for when we can all get outdoors again. All the best - Stay Safe. Mark.
I have the paramo helki bit more heavy weight than the velez, tryed a few shells over the years but paramo gear is something else.
My only concern would be the colour when walking past farming land where there is a bull or cattle with calves who are very protective and could charge.
I also walk hot. I would recommend just using a windproof over a t-shirt when moving in anything over 8ish°C. Then throw on a jacket when you stop. In summer it is no big deal if rain gets through the windproof. When you stop body heat and pretty much any Paramo jacket would see you dry out just a t-shirt in no time. Save the velez jacket for when you stop or for use in cooler temps or awful weather.
Great review Abbie 👍😀
Good video as always. I notice in your description that you have "teamed up with Paramo Clothing", does this mean that they have supplied you with a freebie for review? If they did you really do need to make this explicit in your video.
Why?
@@sicooper4230 Because there can be a world of difference between a sponsored review and a review of something that you have spent your own cash on. To use a horrible social media term Abbie is an "influencer". I respect her opinions and judgement and, more than once, have bought gear of the back of her recommendations /reviews. If a company sends her a freebie it is in the hope that her review will result in sales of that product, they did not send her a free jacket (assuming they did) because they were worried that Abbie might get cold. I'm not suggesting that Abbie isn't anything but 100 % straight as an arrow but transparency is important. I don't know if you follow Darwin on the Trail but he has some interesting things to say about paid reviews and the independence of the reviewer.
@@tamarmolerick3814 one of the reasons I follow The Outdoor Gear Review is exactly this. Luke is a great reviewer and he'll tell you straight, he couldn't give a monkeys if you buy the products he reviews. Agenda free, all bought with his own money etc.
I would never ever partner with a company if they would pay me to lie or tell anything other than the truth of my own personal experiences. Paramo and I are working together, meaning, like all my reviews, they are 110% my opinion, honest and and I am NOT paid anything. I tell the truth and always will in my reviews. I am not here to make money out of anything or to con people. This is not the mission of Spend More Time In The WILD, I can assure you.
Hi Abbie. Nice review...love all your videos. Just a note - is it called "Velez" jacket not "Valez"?
Paramo tends to be a Marmite brand - you either love it or loathe it. In general they are heavier & warmer than other brands but I've used them for over 20 years. In fact, my first Paramo jacket was a Cascada which I bought (I think) about 22 years ago & is still going strong. I've also go a Quito which is cheaper & lighter than the Velez which I've had for about 7 years. It also has long pit zips but not much in the way of pockets. I think it's probably meant more for biking & running but I've used it for year round hill walking with a heavy sack & had no problems. I managed to rip it (a good 8 inches from the shoulder down 1 sleeve), sewed it up (well my wife did) & reproofed it & it is still fully weatherproof. As people have said, Paramo isn't the cheapest gear around to buy but, when I consider how long it lasts, I consider it very good value.
I would be incredibly grateful if someone could comment on sizes. I am size 12 and I prefer tighter fitting - should I go for size medium or large? Thanks, Sandra
I love everything about Paramo...except one thing. I've owned many of their products over many years, and they all filled me with remorse as soon as I used them for anything remotely athletic ( apart from their walking tights which were not 'waterproof', which they don't make anymore). They were, without exception, just far too hot. Unfortunately, a clothing brand that are limited to dog walkers who get overly defensive as they bark and snarl at me (dogs and owners) for suggesting their anthropomorphised pet isn't actually 'under control' and those Glenmore Lodge/DoE 'mountain leader' types.
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It might retail for £300, but i have a Paramo jacket which is over twenty years old and still waterproof. How much would I have spent on gortex Jackets in that time. Paramo lasts, so might be a bit pricey but you will get your moneys worth eventually
While I understand paramo is marmite. It lasts a really really long time if looked after. Be healthy and safe guys.
Nice jacket shame about the £££££
WoW I can think of better things to do with the money this Jacket costs Abbie you really are wild, maybe under the current circumstances that we all living with, Im thinking your timing for a review on a jacket costing this much money is a tad out flower
Give her a break.Shes just reviewing it.You don't have to buy it..☺
Listen "flower", if you had even half a brain, you'd calculate the whole-of-life cost rather than the initial outlay cost i.e Paramo lasts for 10+ years easily, normally much longer, whereas even the highest end goretex pro (usually costs the same as paramo if not more) usually lasts no more than 4-5 years before it starts to de-laminate. If you buy cheap mountain warehouse or regatta shells, well that's fair enough, you pays your money you makes your choice as they say, personally that kind of stuff is ok for occasional use, but isn't up to any kind of serious use, especially in winter in the mountains.
Bought this last November when to Inverness wild camping froze my balls off ended up walking all the way back to the car to get my buffalo 6 shirt which nothing beats. The paramo is nothing but overpriced garbage. Go buy a buffalo shirt.
I find my buffalo smock waaaay too hot in anything but the worst/coldest weather. I think Paramo is more versatile for more middle of the road weather than Buffalo. Love my Buffalo though.