If you want cheap outdoor gear, go to Decathlon. Boots haven't even been sent. About Privacy Policy Cookies Outdoor Photos | Facebook Pinterest Twitter, FUTURELIGHT: Made to Defy | The North Face, The North Face THERMOBALL Fill Zip Jacket TESTED + REVIEWED, 2022 Casual Geographical - Outdoor Blog. ! Went through a puddle today while riding and the water soaked into the suede. Needed a rain jacket, whilst camping last year, due to a packing error, silly cheap in the sale (they always have sales on), worked OK, nice cut, materials seem OK. Wouldnt want to rely on it but for a stopgap it was OK. I wouldnt buy something like a rucksac though. This is the second time I've ordered from Mountain Warehouse and I highly recommend! 2 of these mugs the chipping went all the way to the inside of the mugs & all 3 are dented around the tops where you drink from. All as described (women's fleece, talus pants, Isla ll extreme down jacket and various thermal wear). The fit was also an issue. Picture, replaced Mountain Warehouse ice cleats with Ice Trax with night reflective heel, pictured* These have been worn on snow/ice covered trails, plus no rust.
Exodus is a single-layer jacket and despite both being made of Polyester, it is not as warm as Apex Bionic. ! We did have a 25L day sac from MW that was used as baby change bag for our youngest, so it got dragged everywhere everyday for a few years and was still going ok, that really lasted well.
This is a quilted jacket with Down insulation in a blend of 90% Down and 10% Feathers. No explanation as to where my package is nor when it is going to finally arrive; according to them, I should just be patient and forgiving! Latok vs Theta Jacket, 180 vs 550? Read our in-depth review of this jacket here. This is an adjustable jacket, with drawstrings in the hem and Velcro fasteners on the cuffs, all of which help you wear this jacket better and more comfortably. Featherweight is also a slimmer cut and has a sleeker appearance. Thermoballs collar is slightly shorter and adjustable, in a looser fit. Please check the materials, features, colors and sizes on the various shops (linked in this page) before buying, because sometimes our articles may contain errors. Yes Ive had a play with some. I wouldnt have bought it myself but its only a couple of tops and they do the job. Customer number M8670013. Good for jackets and walking boots for kids that will grow out of them or trash them. Which One To Choose? It's almost been two years since I first ordered, I mainly bought outer layer tops that I wear almost every day and everything is still in good quality. Just now, over a year later, I've popped back onto the website to see if Mountain Warehouse are still advertising these boots as waterproof and not only are they doing so, they have increased the price and labelled them as "new". Contact UsPrivacyForum RulesClassifieds RulesLink RemovalLogin/cookie issues?Newsletter SettingsAdvertising, Viewing 40 posts - 1 through 40 (of 41 total). Maybe good for looks, but definitely not for functionality or comfort. I will recommend this company to anyone.Moreover, my husband absolutely loves his snow gears great quality, the fit is amazing and the price is very reasonable as compared to some over price but poor quality products companies. Lets start with the first two, both of which were included in a previous selection: Mountain Warehouse Featherweight vs. This requires a 0/5 star review. It packs in a pouch of its own and takes barely any space. The jumpers are not fleecy lined and I've never received the beanies. I note someone else has the same experience of this particular coat not being waterproof. Just like in our previous comparison, we will be looking at each jacket separately first and then see how they fare against each other. Mountain Warehouse is a British manufacturer of outdoor clothing that was established in 1997. What are you doing man? The price difference of the brands is also interesting as they differ quite a bit. Ive got various bit of their stuff Its perfectly fine for everyday dog-walking type use. If it was called Gardening and Dog Walking and Jackets for Kids that Wreck Stuff Warehouse it would be spot on. What made you choose mountain warehouse over similar businesses? Except the Latok is actually 325 at SRP, so not quite as cheap as youre implying. Not only that, but a jacket that can also protect against the snow and rain that are awaiting us in the next few weeks. I also wish there was a -star. This is a tie, again, as they are both water and wind-resistant, with barely any difference between them. Don't believe any sale label until you've checked the price at the till.
The front bumper has also started to come away leaving me to believe that they are Pleather NOT the 'Leather' that they were advertise as :-( I also bought a pair of hiking socks when they arrived they had a 2 for 1 offer tag on them but I only received 1 pair :-( I contacted them and they NEVER replied :-( Very bad customer service :-( I WILL NEVER EVER BUY FROM THIS COMPANY AGAIN ! Just an excuse to show a bunch of really cool looking stuff. If all you are doing is wandering around the woods, or use a pack a half dozen times a year, not a problem. Itll take me hours to replace the elastic so Id not recommend the one-piece zippered-back swimsuits. Be patient and give it 3-4 weeks to arrive. Have a question about Mountain Warehouse? When it comes to providing warmth, nothing beats down, so in that regard, Featherweight has the upper hand. Loved colours, quality and delivery time was less than a week in both occasions. I have bought two different items from Mountain Warehouse now and have been extremely happy with both. The upper shell is 100% Nylon, which is water-resistant and has been treated with a waterproof coating for better resistance. Hope refund is a prompt as delivery. Weve touched on this point before in our other articles and what it all comes down to is basically this: down provides better insulation overall, but is rendered almost useless when wet. Not going to purchase anything further from Mountain Warehouse as, based on experience, I find their claims hard to believe. Ive had a fair bit of their stuff (clothing + sleeping bags mainly) and its all been fantastic. It's probably the normal price unless it's more than 50% off. great customer service and very professional and friendly staffs. Great products at excellent price I ordered his and hers adult wetsuits. Don't bother buying from this company. I can't fault the whole process. Down vs Synthetic Jacket: Whats the Difference? They advertise a faster delivery via DHL for 5.95 with 1-2 days. I liked the gloves so much that I've ordered a second pair as a spare. Mountain Warehouse is a legitimate company. I bought this on sale but if I buy this original price I would be more angry with this. Two of my items were affected so I suspect sharp practice rather than random error. Probably since you have been able to buy it heavily discounted in GoOutdoors. I wouldnt buy something like a rucksac though. Made it very obvious that I wanted ladies size. Further details in the disclaimer. That said, they did cost 40 so maybe that was my mistake.
Mountain Warehouse clothing and equipment is designed to protect you from the elements. Mountain Warehouse has a consumer rating of 1.82 stars from 35 reviews indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. I bought a MW skiing jacket last year, allegedly half price, far cheaper than anything Snow+Rock, Cotswold Outdoor, Millets or anyone could offer in their sales, its very warm, waterproof, plenty of features and its the colour I wanted. 4. The under garments are beautifully stitched with gorgeous patterns.
Fleece is renowned for its insulating and warmth-providing abilities and since it is also a thicker jacket, Apex Bionic is much warmer. Trying to get the rest of us into trouble? When did Rab become a mid level brand ? I bought three and theyve all done the same. The shell is also highly wind-resistant. I had a look at those jackets sniff posted yesterday, they were 49.95! Bought loads of their stuff over the years for us and the kids, decent for the money, never had any issues. BTW, their merino baselayers are good, bought three this year but at half price!! Hopeless. It comes with a fixed hood, which is adjustable and a high collar, with chin guard to prevent chafing of the neck and chin from the main zipper. Now up to my tenth email, providing proof of sale and I have consistently received a generic response telling me if they haven't heard from me in five days they will presume the matter is resolved.
Which One To Choose? Absolutely worse site ever! Avoid this place. The water proof rain jacket turned out to be anything but, as I got home from my hike soaked to the skin in a rain storm.
Im a huge outdoors gear brand snob, always have been, to my disgust I was given a 40 gift token for MW last Xmas, bought 2 fleeces (15) and a small rucksack(25). Latok vs Theta Jacket, 180 vs 550? We offer prices up to 50% lower than equivalent products. I will stick with trusted brands like: Salomon, TNF, Norrona, Columbia, Uggs(pictured). I ordered a ski jacket and got a receipt. The topic Mountain Warehouse stuff, any good? is closed to new replies. When did Rab become a mid level brand ? Quality outdoor clothing & equipment at the lowest prices from Mountain Warehouse. These are cotton pants so I doubt the 12 will fit after laundering. However, the higher collar of Featherweight might be more suitable for those living in windy areas. Featherweights collar, on the other hand, is higher and fits tighter, thus providing better protection of the neck. "Bought kids waterproof shoes for school. Read also: Hardshell vs. Softshell Jackets: Whats the Difference? I use these boots on mild to moderate hiking with my dog. Rucksack Ive used a few times for rambles and so far, fine. The North Face Thermoball. Still, if you can find one of those for 35, Id say thats worth having at that price. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive our latest updates: To learn how we use your data when you sign up to our newsletter, read our Privacy Policy. You got my money once BUT NEVER EVER AGAIN AND I WILL ENSURE THAT ANYONE I KNOW WILL GIVE THIS COMPANY A WIDE BERTH. Got one of these for about 35. Reason I wouldnt have bought it myself is because the nearest one has a Berghaus outlet store bang opposite so you can buy better gear for less money. I wasnt that impressed, they dont look as heavily quilted as that, rather flat, in fact. Will update on quality then but so far they all fit! The inside is still wet after several hours. No good at all, and not just a little leak from one seam, 3\/4 of the back and all arms were wet. The 1 year warranty is pointless as it's a large bag for holidays which most people take annually. I now have to reorder, repay and then wait for the refund minus the postage. The jacket comes with two outer pockets, along with an inner pocket that is suitable for listening to music too, due to the earphone duct. They were really comfortable but on their first trip out on wet grass, my feet got absolutely soaked. ", "If I could give a negative or zero stars I would.
Charges me twice and won't refund! I'm worried that I gave my credit card number to a scam. Bought a pair of men's hiking shoes advertised as waterproof. Started chasing after 8 days but customer service never returned my emails. We had a couple of kids things and they just about lasted before grown out of, but TBH at the cheap end of kit Regatta is better IME. Bad quality boots, which let water in, hurt your feet. Further reading: Down vs Synthetic Jacket: Whats the Difference? Prices instore and online are vastly different. My issue was resolved straight away and my missing item posted express the next day. The soles are not the same as pictured on the website ( 2 tone like VIibram), instead the rubber chosen is of such poor quality. Such a waste of time and energy. The rucksack does look like it wouldnt last very long with proper mountain use and the backpad/harness system looks a bit crappy, but its not killed my back. I would not recommend buying this coat if you want waterproof. \nEmploy competent people who actually give a toss !!!". Poor quality - poor customer service - I would recommend using a different company. To which it arrived within 2-3 days.Good, reliable online store.
Make sure to measure your sizes before ordering online items! Hello? (Our Opinion), 6 Barefoot and Minimalist Shoe Brands: Our Favorites, 9 European Workwear Brands: Our Top Picks, 10 Boots Brands like Red Wing: Our Top Alternatives, 10 Best European Outdoor Brands: Our Favorites. Very poor products. The problem is I will now be charged interest on my card.
Backed by the National Science Foundation. Mostly cheap rubbish that isnt that cheap. My comments are from personal experience. The zipper also came off its track so I had to repair that. Lightweight trousers, T-shirts etc. Thus, its lab proven that 3M Thinsulate is up to 2 times warmer than down, let alone completely hydrophobic and available in broad variety of types to suit anyones needs, including manufacturers. Tip for consumers:Don't ORDER Poor Service, Shipping and Online Site doesn't tell you the real Quality of the Products, poor shipping practice and products are not up to the quality needed. Until recently it had only had light wear and mainly for the cold, and when used recently in heavy rain (and tbh not that heavy) the down inner was soaked! Its been OK. Am not disappointed in quality either. I asked for the manufacturers details but they won't give me those. They are a perfect fit and great style. Featherweight comes with Down insulation, as mentioned above, while Thermoball is insulated with ThermoBall synthetic insulation. It is not. Just saw some of the items I bought had the prices go down even more and am a bit jelly haha, The other reviews are making me happy I didn't read them otherwise I probably wouldn't have ordered. Not to mention that this is a fast-drying jacket, also. I have SOCKS that are thicker than this jacket. This is a water-resistant and wind-resistant jacket and comes with a Ripstop shell, which makes it very durable and long-lasting. FedEx said the shipper had to file the claim. These include any outdoor gear you might need for your activity of choice: skiing, camping, hiking, running, biking and much more. Utter crap ,the waterproof jackets are poor and showerproof at best bin liners would be better !! Do NOT order from this site. Required fields are marked *. Anyway, please take my advice, stay away from these clowns. By using Sitejabber, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Their products include a wide variety of types and designs, such as jackets, trousers and outdoor equipment for different activities. Tip for consumers:Re:Mountain Warehouse experience.Adage applies:get what you pay for. I contacted mountain warehouse but because its more than 12 months they do not guarantee it. Tip for consumers:Sale items need to be double checked. The availability of products in this page may change at any time.
Check it out on: Amazon.de Amazon.co.uk Amazon.com Amazon.es Amazon.fr Amazon.it Amazon.ca. I also had to return the original invoice that came with the jacket so have to go on line to get all the information. Patagonia? Someone desperate to defend their penny pinching by making outlandish claims about the cheap kit theyve bought. This allows you to take it anywhere, without having to leave behind your other clothes. If you are looking for a warm, breathable and easily adaptable softshell jacket, then go for Apex Bionic. Your email address will not be published. I have been surprised a few times how much they are asking for stuff. Find out this turned out to be a smart decision.I was after waterproof boots and purchased a pair of the Adventurer Women's Waterproof Boots. The fleeces have been fine for using at work all last year, not come apart or anything. Exodus is a water and wind resistant jacket, made of 96% Polyester and 4% Elastane. General disclaimer: All third party trademarks, images and copyrights on this page are used for the purpose of comparative advertising, criticism or review.
Shapeless, sweaty and uncomfy. Ordered a jacket, tracking wouldn't update. Treated myself to a new MW heavyweight zipped fleece last year discounted but still not hugely cheap. See I thought their merino base layers were shit. Unethical business model, Tip for consumers:Don't, save yourself the headache.
For practicality in wear, it comes with four pockets total: two zipped ones on the outside and two large pockets on the inside. I returned the coat nearly 3 weeks ago and have had to chase this to get my money refunded. She wears almost exclusively Patagonia, Arcteryx, Rab and Mountain Equipment for his reason. Why Are They So Expensive? Must read: Are The North Face Jackets Worth The Price? * One or more of these files was not uploaded due to an invalid file type. Related: The North Face Thermoball Jacket Review.
Im sure the writer is referring to downs ability to be warmer than other types of insulation based on weight. Ltd. All Rights Reserved. The photo is misleading. Gain trust and grow your business with customer reviews. You are much better off looking for half price mid level brands (TNF, Rab, Craghopper even) in the sales than resorting to Mountain Warehouse. People who do this to people deserve Sh*t. Don't buy from these low lives! Ive had a few bits from MW, but nothing Id use for serious mountain use. I doubt I will buy anything from MW again. Im glad it meets your expectations, but accept that other people have tried it, and think its crap. Ive a jacket thats fine for walking the Dogs etc but would spend more on Rucksacks. Not tried their rucksacks though, and I wouldnt expect their waterproofs to be breathable, so be selective in what you buy. The rucdacs did look a bit crap, most stuff is half price tho. I had to quickly order sleeping bag & mugs through AMAZON. The Review is obviously for a different jacket. They ship product from a variety of international locations and so shipping may take longer on some items. (Supported files: jpg, png, mpeg, ogg, mp4 & webm). You would be much better off with Decathlon. If you want to survive for weeks up an actual mountain then its probably crap. Very disappointed in the extremely thin Seasons Womens Printed Padded Jacket. The collar is also different, affecting not just the looks but also performance. Help future customers by talking about customer service, price, delivery, returns & refunds. Its all relative, and its not something Id spend too much time thinking about.but, compared to say, Arcteryx, Rab are mid-level, cost wise. No eta, no tracking number and no response from the e-mails to customer service. We need your email address to verify that your review is genuine. Order on eBay, Amazon or any professional, literally every shop is better than Mountain Warehouse. Are The North Face Jackets Worth The Price? They are held in place and evenly distributed by the quilting, extending on the sleeves as well. The lack of hood might become a hindrance if you live in rainy areas and it would have come in handy to keep the head warm, too, but that can be easily achieved by wearing a beanie.
Simple ordering, good quality products and only 3 days shipping from New Zealand to Gold Coast. The North Face is an American company, established in 1968 and just like Mountain Warehouse, they also provide a variety of different products.
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