Canada Goose Parka Jackets Review - Is It Worth It?

00:00 Introduction

03:16 So I'm wearing here the Canada Goose Emory slim fit parka jacket with a coyote trim. In terms of colors, they are less flashy than Moncler and I chose an olive green. The first thing that distinguishes the jacket visually from the Moncler one is the genuine coyote fur trim. Canada Goose claims that it has a functional purpose in the sense that it creates more turbulent air around your face thus preventing frostbite more than a jacket without the trim.

03:59 The next thing that stands out is the material. It is matte and it's a lot thicker than the Moncler jacket. Also and I find it quite unpleasant, it makes a lot of noise when you walk, just listen! The material is made out of 85 percent polyester and 15 percent cotton, it's water-resistant, durable, and hard-wearing, as well as wind resistant. It's not quite gore-tex membrane material but it's definitely thick and much stiffer than what you get from Moncler.

04:46 The other difference to a Moncler Jackets are the ribbed cuffs which I find quite useful because they prevent cold air from coming in. The jacket features an abundance of pockets, has lots of Zamak metal snap buttons that are plastic covered. Of course, all branded. The zipper is an injection molded plastic from YKK, ironically it's the same one used at the Moncler Jackets. For some reason though, I find it a lot harder to close.

05:25 Even though the brand is called Canada Goose, the actual filling of this jacket consists of duck down feathers which are inferior to goose down. So what's the difference between goose down and duck down? Well, goose down comes in larger clusters, usually traps the air better which means you get a higher fill power and more insulating with a goose than a duck. Because this jacket uses duck down, it's not surprising that there's a fill power of 625. Again, low-end fill power would be 300, high-end fill power would
be 900. So this jacket sits right somewhere in the middle.

06:21 Unlike Moncler, Canada goose has a warmth grading method which is called TEI or thermal experience index. That will help you to find a jacket that is best suited for your needs and your environment and the level of coolness you experience. Also, if you compare the jackets visually, it's a lot less puffy and you don't look like a Michelin Man in a garbage bag, unlike with the Moncler jacket.

07:13 So now the big question, is the Canada Goose Emory jacket worth $995? Well, let's look at the pros and cons. The construction of the Canada Goose jacket seems more rugged and sturdy. Frankly, I don't wear these jackets enough to really figure out the difference because when I go skiing, I layer up because that allows me to get exactly the right heat level for the temperature outside. This arctic tech fabric is definitely more sturdy than the nylon one from Moncler and I think over time, it will wear better.

07:47 Unlike Moncler, Canada Goose comes with a lifetime warranty, however, that sounds better than it actually is because it's just a warranty against manufacturing defects

It's definitely a quality parka, it has real fur trim, it has a fill power of 625 and it keeps you warm and is well thought through.

At the same time, the jacket also has a bunch of downsides. One big one for me is the sound it creates and the noise it makes when I walk, I find it simply unpleasant.

08:15 Secondly, it's heavier than the Moncler jacket which is not so great in my opinion but more importantly, it's simply too stiff for my tastes

Also, keep in mind that you can find warmer jackets with a higher fill power for about half the price of this Canada Goose.

08:32 Overall it's pretty expensive even though it's twenty dollars less expensive than the Moncler jacket but at the end of the day, I don't find any of those jackets really stylish because this one is very shiny and puffy, this one is less puffy but it's so stiff and just makes me feel like a very unstylish person.

So if you really care for style go with a heavy overcoat that will keep you just as warm in the city at the same time you will look a lot better.

So what are good alternative brands would you recommend?
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[Ivanna_Jerkov]

As a Canadian I can assure you that after one time trying to zip a metal zipper at -40 with bare hands and you'll wish for a plastic one.

[bwoodward]

I bought one 25 years ago for cheaper for work and I still have it. So you tell me if it is not an investment. It is a one time buy though it is a fashion statement now.

[greenhero]

Why am I watching this I live in Miami lol

[jamesgkrk]

Live in a country where it's regularly -10 to -20, lowest -25 in my time here. The Goose is warm, and plastic zipper isn't an issue. 9 years old and still going strong

[edcfyau]

Canada Goose jackets are a status symbol.




*wears it and takes the bus

[JasonBryantGreen]

It's really great to hear a youtuber actually giving an unbiased review and not just jumping on the band wagon like most others do in fear of having an unpopular opinion.

[mitkuy]

I wore the Goose in the 80s and 90s. It was a must in my field kit. Once stuck in a hostile climate and country this coat absolutely save my life. A $275.00 CDN ordered back in the day but worth every penny. Hats of to the Old Man.

[Trev_in_Poland]

is it just me or does this guy look like an older G-eazy?

[ivandubov]

Grey Goose and Canada Goose are my favorite gooses. Both keeps me warm!

[njolnir]

To me the moncler jacket looked really bad compared to the goose one

[ynnickschmitt]

"...Michelin man wearing a garbage bag..." 😂 I enjoyed that one!👌

[keymanca]

I have had a snow goose of Canada coat for twenty-five years. Worth every penny.

[lapchoine]

Definitely worth it. This is my 8th year with my goose jacket and still keeps me super warm during the cold winters. Amazingly the quality is top notch. Most of my other winter jackets only last 2-4yrs before loosing its warmth. High quality and looks so good. Definitely worth it. I can see my goose jacket lasting another 8yrs.

[JohnnyFD]

Good review, but what are the better jackets for half the price?

[sirthom]

I got my -50 rated parka at army surplus for $50.

[sfwplant]

A Michelin Man in a garbage bag! I wonder when Raphael starts his new job with Moncler?

[Matt]

Just two weeks ago I bought Canada Goose Jacket. I am not rich person by any means I am student at the moment, but for years I’ve been wanted good quality winter jacket. I looked around to spent up to 300 or 400£ for good jacket I still couldn’t find anything that would keep me warm and look stylish at the same time. I bought cheap one three years ago just to wear it in cold days so I don’t freeze but never really got the job done. When I bought the Canada Goose I thought I’m gonna regret spending 895£ for a bloody jacket is way to expansive, (we spent over 1000£ for iPhones every 2 years), but let me tell you after wearing those days which has been cold here in London I absolutely did not regret it one bit. I had to work some extra hours to pay for it but is worth it, is not something that you buy every year or even every two years. I have lifetime warranty for it if any manufacturing defect come up and they will fix it for free, it keep you so warm but it doesn’t make you sweat, it’s water proof and I will keep it for good few years. If you have the money buy it you not gonna regret it. So looking forward to the winter this year and staying warm. Each one for themselves, in the end of the day we spending our own money, I like products that is worth paying for, even if you pay 2-3 or 4 times more than you expected sometimes.

[dainforsythe]

". . . and the zipper really sucks!" Honesty. It's one of the many reasons we're tapping in. Cheers!

[andyallen]

Love how honest he is with the reviews

[droid]

"really cold Canadian climate" * shows a picture of Toronto *