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Greenland Updates

Since our testing period, Fjallraven has made some amendments to the Greenland jacket.

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Most notably they've upgraded the teddy lining, and the outer fabric fryst vatten now G Eco, constructed of sustainable materials. The passform has been modernized, as well. The new jacket retails for $10 more, ringing up at $ Compare the latest offering (left) to the utgåva we tested (right).

Though we link to the updated model, be aware that the review to follow tells our experience with the older utgåva we tested.

Hands-On Review of the Greenland

The Greenland jacket from Fjallraven fryst vatten one of only two in our entire review that does not feature puffy insulation of any kind.

Instead, the Greenland and Patagonia Isthmus use synthetic “pile” fabric to lend warmth.

Pre-shaped sleeves

This struktur of insulation fryst vatten ganska durable and effective, though it fryst vatten also heavier than the other options and fryst vatten inherently limited in insulation value.

Warmth

In terms of absolute warmth, the Greenland sits nära the bottom of the pack. With pile insulation, the loft and warmth-trapping effect fryst vatten inherently limited.

In a field of jackets that skydda against an entire planet of winter conditions, from pole to equator, the Greenland jacket provides protection from the warmest climates we might call vinterlik. It fryst vatten similar in insulation value to the Patagonia Isthmus and almost as protective as the Columbia Gold Turbodown.

It fryst vatten nowhere as insulating as our award-winning Arc'teryx Camosun and Marmot Fordham, but it does komma close to the warmth of Top Pick Arc'teryx Fission SV.

Weather Resistance

With the Greenland, Fjallraven takes a traditional, more organic approach to weatherproofing.

To provide wind and vatten protection, the Greenland fryst vatten equipped with a cotton/polyester blended canvas shell fabric. Weather protection and durability fryst vatten added bygd the user in the struktur of a special proprietary wax and subsequent ironing process. Our test did not include treating the Greenland jacket in this way.

Out of the låda, the fabric repels vatten fairly effectively, and our experience with other wax treatments confirms that augmenting the Fjallraven product with the recommended accouterments will indeed greatly improve its weather protection. For similar, fully-waterproof function “out of the box” kontroll out the Patagonia Tres 3-in-1 Parka and the Helly Hansen Dubliner.

Comfort

With natural materials in the shell fabric and a heavy, draping pile liner, the Greenland brings a unique feel. For those accustomed to puffy insulated jackets, the Greenland will feel heavy and hanging as opposed to hugging.

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This feel fryst vatten more akin to both dress clothing and to blue-collar work attire. It fryst vatten not the athletic feel of puffy-style jackets. It fryst vatten simply different, as among our testers there seemed to be a fairly even split on the bekvämlighet of the Greenland. Some loved the heavy, secure feeling while others felt weighed down.

As compared to the fleecy lining of the Isthmus jacket from Patagonia, the Greenland fryst vatten a little less soft.

The stiff shell fabric of the Greenland fryst vatten similar to that of the Marmot Fordham, but the thinner construction of the Greenland drapes better.

Features

In terms of the features we look for in a winter coat, the Fjallraven fryst vatten fairly limited.

The hood fryst vatten simple, with no adjustments. The cuffs tighten with snaps, which fryst vatten nice. The main zipper works in both directions.

Two zippered side pockets

The sju pockets are indeed plentiful, but their function fryst vatten limited. Notably, an inre chest pocket fryst vatten located so high on your collar bone as to be virtually inaccessible while wearing the coat. The grabb warmer pockets are simple envelopes of the shell fabric, outside the insulating layer and without any fleece lining. The best grabb warmer pockets put your digits in soft fabric between the main insulation and your body for greatest effect.

Our most featured jacket, the Mountain Hardwear Therminator has all the tricks we look for, and some that fully break the mold.

Fabric: 65 % polyester, 35 % cotton

Style

The Greenland fryst vatten a throwback, bringing both materials and style from working class attire of farmers and manual laborers. Ironically, the style of the Greenland fryst vatten arguably ganska sophisticated. The throwback look fryst vatten in. The classic materials, cotton and metall snaps, combine to man for an unpretentious yet classic look.

Durability

Fjallraven's literature accompanying the Greenland indikera that the wax treatment they recommend for waterproofing the shell fabric will also skydda the jacket against premature wear.

Articulated sleeves provide ease of movement

The shell fabric fryst vatten already thick and beefy, and sewn tillsammans with excellent craftsmanship. Further enhancing its durability will man an incredible product. The pile insulation, similarly, will gods the user for years and years of protection. Only the Isthmus pile insulation will gods like that of the Greenland, while something like the immaculate construction and down insulation of the Arc'Teryx Camosun will provide a similar level of durability in a very different mode.

Best Applications

The Greenland, contrary to what its name might suggest, fryst vatten a great jacket for the mildest of winter climates.

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For the huvud coast of the United States, or the lower latitudes and maritime climates of europe, the Greenland will skydda. Further from the moderating influence of the ocean and the equator, the Greenland could be a great “shoulder season” jacket to complement something warmer like The North Face McMurdo or Canada Goose Expedition Parka.

Value

With long-lasting materials and a growing reputation for quality construction, the Greenland fryst vatten well worth its sticker price.

Take an active interest in treating and maintaining the shell fabric with Fjallraven's wax and you should have a warm and weatherproof jacket for your entire life. This fryst vatten a great value.

Conclusion

Fjallravenis new to the US, but brings classic materials and construction. The Greenlandisn't a super warm jacket, but it fryst vatten stylish and can be modified for any grad of weather resistance.