I got the macro puff last year. It might be the best jacket I have ever owned. I could wear at 10 Fahrenheit without having to wear other layers and still was warm. But you can also wear it at 45 Fahrenheit without being too hot. Super versatile and awesome looking jacket.
The Nano Puff is my most versatile piece of clothing. I wear it at work, for biking, hiking, climbing, commuting and traveling. I almost always have one in my backpack as a backup. I actually like the fact the it is not that breathable, since it does tend to trap my bodyheat better which keeps me warmer.
Agreed the lack of air permeability will definitely increase the warmth which is what I want. I think a big plus about the nano is the more compact size too, which allows it to be worn under other active insulation layers
I have a Nano Puff and a 2011 Micro Puff which is like a longer and thicker version of the Nano and comes with a stuff sack to store it in. I didn't like the new version of the Micro Puff because it has higher pockets.
Thanks for the summary! I've always been confused between all 3. Which one of the 3 do you think is the most similar to the Uniqlo ultra light down jacket? I never could figure out the difference between the 3 Patagonias so I just got the hooded & non-hooded versions from Uniqlo
I feel like my Tnf Thermoball is all 3 of these in one. Maybe less so the nano but at that point I’d rather wear a hoodie and need only 1 jacket IMO. I do like the Patagonia looks tho, very classic
Totally agree. I have a thermoball for that reason and I got an Arc’teryx atom SL on sale with a gift card and left the SL behind on a trip this last weekend for a light sweater instead.
@@Qaptaininsano nothing replicates a comfy hoody in mild temps hah I will say my Western Rise airloft hooded jacket is the best I’ve ever had. Think the atom on steroids. It’s my only jacket and hoodie combo for one bag travel. It’s my jacket and sweatshirt lol
So I was stuck between the Macro Puff and the Das Parka, but I finally settled on the Macro. I hate layering so I was looking for something very warm and it does not disappoint. I went for a walk yesterday and it was 1 degree Fahrenheit no wind and I was perfectly fine with only a T-Shirt underneath. It’s also water resistant, the water litterally slides right off. And it’s super light. I would highly recommend to anyone
@2:50 I'd venture to guess 9 out of 10 randomly picked individuals will have no idea what nano or micro mean and how they stack against one another in terms of exponents. Even at Patagonia design team 🤣 Good overview!
I lucked out and got this little generic E.M.S Feather jacket for $90 shipped. 800 fill goose down with the DWR coated feathers. 15D face fabric though 😔 The nano puff is also 10D face fabric. The down hoodie is 50D though I wish they’d do that for the synthetic jackets, at least one model.
I am looking for a jacket that my son can wear, he is an Amazon driver and we live in So Cal. so it will rain this winter and it can get a little cold, what would be a good jacket for this type of work? We have already sourced the water proof boots.
Look at the REI Stormhenge, 850 full water proof treated down with a shell that allows it to handle much more rain that the normal down jacket. Well priced, very warm, and surprisingly light. I saw them over Christmas sales at REI going for $160. Good luck.
@@PackHacker2 thank you I’ve been wanting to get one but they have a few with different fill types.. can’t find comparison vids anywhere.. thanks again for consideration
hy i need to move out of my house and i "plan" to live on the street for some time ....i want to spent my last money on quality outdoor gear to make the trip pleasant as possible ....in the last 10 years in my city it didn't get colder as -15 degrees celsius but these temperatures are very rare, last 2 years coldest day was around -7 degrees celsius .... i want to have all the gear that's necessary but as less as possible, so that everything fits into a backpack, also i want very good stuff but not the supa most expensive .... i'm not 100% done with the planning of the whole wardrobe so far but for lower body i plan right now to have 2-3 pairs of icebreaker 260 tech leggings as underwear/first base layer, 1 jogging pant, 1 patagonia torrentshell pant, 1 basketballshort, 3-4 pairs of merino socks (don't know which one so far) and maybe some full leather impregnated basketball shoes....for upper body i plan 2-3 icebreaker 260 tech ls half zip, a warm merino zip hoodie, patagonia nano-air jacket, patagonia torrentshell jacket ...a pair of gloves and a merino beanie ....this wardrobe should easily be versatile enough for 99% of the days around the year but do you think it will be warm enough if i'm inactive and the temperatures get around -15 degrees celsius? ...do you have some other wardrobe recommendations for my "outdoor adventure"? i'm very thankful for a response
Hi Snub Dawg! Unfortunately, your situation is a bit out of our area of expertise. The wardrobe you provided are things we would recommend for travel, but there are too many factors to tell if these are the best options for your needs. Best of luck as you start this new journey! - Austin
Ideally, no more than a couple of days at a time. That said, gear is often compressed for weeks at a time in warehouses before they get purchased. Another way to think about it is don't store your jacket in its compressed state. Hope this helps! - Austin
Bought me a Nano this afternoon. Within 4 hours I went from homeless to successfully running and owning a fortune 500 company. Changed my life.
Found a nano at a thrift store for $7. Thank you for the info on it! Didn't know you could pack it up
This is the best review/comparison of these jackets I've seen! Keep making more videos, nice job.
Thank you, Lauren! 😃
-Eric
I got the macro puff last year. It might be the best jacket I have ever owned. I could wear at 10 Fahrenheit without having to wear other layers and still was warm. But you can also wear it at 45 Fahrenheit without being too hot. Super versatile and awesome looking jacket.
The Nano Puff is my most versatile piece of clothing. I wear it at work, for biking, hiking, climbing, commuting and traveling. I almost always have one in my backpack as a backup. I actually like the fact the it is not that breathable, since it does tend to trap my bodyheat better which keeps me warmer.
Thanks for sharing! 😃
-Eric
Agreed the lack of air permeability will definitely increase the warmth which is what I want. I think a big plus about the nano is the more compact size too, which allows it to be worn under other active insulation layers
Thanks for the fantastic comparison! Now I’m 100% sure I’m getting the Nano. Appreciate you!
I have a Nano Puff and a 2011 Micro Puff which is like a longer and thicker version of the Nano and comes with a stuff sack to store it in. I didn't like the new version of the Micro Puff because it has higher pockets.
Thanks for sharing 😃
-Eric
Thanks for the summary! I've always been confused between all 3. Which one of the 3 do you think is the most similar to the Uniqlo ultra light down jacket? I never could figure out the difference between the 3 Patagonias so I just got the hooded & non-hooded versions from Uniqlo
Same as in science Macro means big, micro small, nano is smaller than micro.
Torn between the nano or micro
Why did they discontinue then Macro puff?
I feel like my Tnf Thermoball is all 3 of these in one. Maybe less so the nano but at that point I’d rather wear a hoodie and need only 1 jacket IMO. I do like the Patagonia looks tho, very classic
Totally agree. I have a thermoball for that reason and I got an Arc’teryx atom SL on sale with a gift card and left the SL behind on a trip this last weekend for a light sweater instead.
@@Qaptaininsano nothing replicates a comfy hoody in mild temps hah I will say my Western Rise airloft hooded jacket is the best I’ve ever had. Think the atom on steroids. It’s my only jacket and hoodie combo for one bag travel. It’s my jacket and sweatshirt lol
It's all about finding the gear that works best for you! Thanks for sharing, Joshua!
- Austin
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Thanks, would love to see how the Macro compares to the Das Parka (and even to the Arcteryx Nuclei SV).
So I was stuck between the Macro Puff and the Das Parka, but I finally settled on the Macro.
I hate layering so I was looking for something very warm and it does not disappoint. I went for a walk yesterday and it was 1 degree Fahrenheit no wind and I was perfectly fine with only a T-Shirt underneath.
It’s also water resistant, the water litterally slides right off. And it’s super light. I would highly recommend to anyone
Loved the review! Which watch is that in your hand? looks lovely!
Thanks for the support!
- Austin
No emphasis on denier/durability, why? That is pretty important imo!
Denier was mentioned right at the beginning
@@davidkindermann8502 mention vs emphasis are two different things guy
I’d like to see a vid comparing insulated vests. The reversible Crankset’s still my fave
@2:50
I'd venture to guess 9 out of 10 randomly picked individuals will have no idea what nano or micro mean and how they stack against one another in terms of exponents. Even at Patagonia design team 🤣
Good overview!
Thanks for watching! 😃
-Eric
I lucked out and got this little generic E.M.S Feather jacket for $90 shipped. 800 fill goose down with the DWR coated feathers. 15D face fabric though 😔
The nano puff is also 10D face fabric. The down hoodie is 50D though I wish they’d do that for the synthetic jackets, at least one model.
Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙
How do you get the wrinkles out? Is it acceptable to wear in public with all the wrinkles?
Duh lol
I am looking for a jacket that my son can wear, he is an Amazon driver and we live in So Cal. so it will rain this winter and it can get a little cold, what would be a good jacket for this type of work? We have already sourced the water proof boots.
Look at the REI Stormhenge, 850 full water proof treated down with a shell that allows it to handle much more rain that the normal down jacket. Well priced, very warm, and surprisingly light. I saw them over Christmas sales at REI going for $160. Good luck.
@@gladius1275 Thanks for the heads up, I will check them out.
Liked and subbed. Just bought the Nano on a whim. Looks okay.
You’ll have to tell us how you like it! Thanks for the support 😃
-Eric
@@PackHacker2 It’s coming from Exxposed in Germany, thought it’d be here by now.
What size do you wear?
all are medium
better sweater comparison
Great intro. :)
I just thrifted a micro puff for a few bucks
Sounds like a great deal! 😃
-Eric
Great video
Thanks for watching! 😃
-Eric
Can you do one of these with the north face offerings?
Added to our list for content consideration-thanks!
- Austin
@@PackHacker2 thank you I’ve been wanting to get one but they have a few with different fill types.. can’t find comparison vids anywhere.. thanks again for consideration
All those puffs, jackets, hoodies confused me thanks :p
the patagonia nano puff is medium or large?
medium
hy i need to move out of my house and i "plan" to live on the street for
some time ....i want to spent my last money on quality outdoor gear to
make the trip pleasant as possible ....in the last 10 years in my city
it didn't get colder as -15 degrees celsius but these temperatures are
very rare, last 2 years coldest day was around -7 degrees celsius .... i
want to have all the gear that's necessary but as less as possible, so
that everything fits into a backpack, also i want very good stuff but
not the supa most expensive .... i'm not 100% done with the planning of
the whole wardrobe so far but for lower body i plan right now to have
2-3 pairs of icebreaker 260 tech leggings as underwear/first base layer,
1 jogging pant, 1 patagonia torrentshell pant, 1 basketballshort, 3-4
pairs of merino socks (don't know which one so far) and maybe some full
leather impregnated basketball shoes....for upper body i plan 2-3
icebreaker 260 tech ls half zip, a warm merino zip hoodie, patagonia
nano-air jacket, patagonia torrentshell jacket ...a pair of gloves and a
merino beanie ....this wardrobe should easily be versatile enough for
99% of the days around the year but do you think it will be warm enough
if i'm inactive and the temperatures get around -15 degrees celsius?
...do you have some other wardrobe recommendations for my "outdoor
adventure"? i'm very thankful for a response
Hi Snub Dawg! Unfortunately, your situation is a bit out of our area of expertise. The wardrobe you provided are things we would recommend for travel, but there are too many factors to tell if these are the best options for your needs. Best of luck as you start this new journey!
- Austin
Super interesting comparison.
Glad you liked it!
- Austin
When you say “don’t leave it packed for too long” what duration is “too long”
Ideally, no more than a couple of days at a time. That said, gear is often compressed for weeks at a time in warehouses before they get purchased. Another way to think about it is don't store your jacket in its compressed state. Hope this helps!
- Austin
The nano and micro don’t look warm at all!
But they are!
Happy owner of a Nano for 2 years.
I used it up to around 0°C with just a T-shirt and thin pullover.
the micro is shockingly warm
They are surprisingly warm, especially when cleverly layered. All 3 have a good temp range
@@cannibalmanimal2336 I'm wearing the micro as I'm typing this in Chicago and I must admit I'm warm