Enlightened Equipment Revisited: Torrid Apex Jacket

[@nobison6185]

EE jacket size info is confusing. I ordered both the medium and large and kept the large and returned the medium. Large is my normal size but EE's sizing chart put me at a medium

[@robpelton]

Exactly. 🙄

[@tomlucas4788]

You said that EE doesn’t know you, after buying three jackets in 3 months they definitely know you

[@robpelton]

Haha. You’re probably not wrong!

[@MarkGoesHiking]

You’ve got some mad dance skills. 8.5 oz... that’s pretty dang awesome.

[@robpelton]

In da club back the day...lol.

[@Eunegin23]

2 years later... I got my Torrid Apex jacket and it's great. The only cons are the elastics, especially at the hem. You have to get used to it. The sizing is rather accurate but considering the overall fit it seems to be more for the slender hiker. I am 6 ft, 168 lbs with a (more or less...) slim frame and a M is working fine.

[@robpelton]

I don’t mind the hem or sleeve cuffs so much. I found their size chart east wcxurate for me, but everyone’s comfort level varies. Glad you’re liking it. Mine is still rocking! Thanks for watching!

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Great review. This will be my next purchase! Well...I need to save up first. Nice video Rob. ✌️

[@robpelton]

It’s just $$...lol.

[@roastntoast7550]

Just found it! Thanks for the Video! 🤗✌️

[@kristalann1973]

Kindness is cool...great jacket story...I’m sure Mr. M was incredibly happy! You look great in blue Rob...yep still here...love the dance moves on the trail😃benefits of watching until the end!! Let me know when you come back North for a hike...love to join you!!

[@robpelton]

I will! Thanks Kristal!

[@jimmyc692]

Thank you Rob for another great review. We need to call out these hikers who are heavily sponsored with free stuff on there reviews. When the opening statement states I am not sponsored, I shut the video down. Thanks again for genuine review and experience with the Torrid Apex Jacket.

[@robpelton]

Thanks for watching!

[@WisconsinEric]

Thanks for the video. If you are 5'8" and a large fits you as it does in this video there is no way the Torrid will fit me at 6'2" and 163lbs. I have seen comments on other reviews complaining that it is only built for tall guys. Your video confirms it is not. Thanks again.

[@KathysOutdoorAdventures]

I've been seeing you in a lot of videos of some of my friends so I thought I should come over and properly check out your channel. Nice looking jacket Rob. I believe you get what you pay for. Not sure I would like to wait the 6 weeks to get it through. Great moves

[@safromnc8616]

Class act Bro...enjoy the jacket, you deserve it.

[@robpelton]

👍👍

[@longwinters4304]

Good vid. My experience with EE clothing has been the same as yours… their stuff runs small. Whether jackets or pants, they run small. They were good to deal with and exchanged the pants as they were not custom. The Torrid jacket is great. With a light merino 150 layer I’m more than warm down to 0 degree F wind chill while walking here in the UP.

[@js-ig2cq]

I like the original color better

[@robpelton]

They were all pretty nice! Haha.

[@llo70422]

Great review and you are a natural behind the camera

[@robpelton]

Thanks so much!

[@BackpackingwithBuckley]

I've eyeballed this often! I'm a large too or I would offer on the raincoat! Haha! Is that move called the Roger rabbit or something?

[@robpelton]

Haha. Yeah. I’ll get em sold eventually.

[@shoresy6183]

Rob, thanks for the video. If you don't mind, can you let me know your size? How tall are you? What is you sleeve length? What is you chest size? I'm thinking about getting a jacket and was wondering what size to get. Thanks!

[@robpelton]

I am 5’8”. 205 lbs. No idea what my sleeve or chest measurement is. Haha. The Large fits me perfectly. Thanks for watching!

[@petescharber8567]

Another great video Rob. I too am 5' 8" and 200lbs. Well maybe 205 currently, lol. I would normally order an XL, but sounds like L may be my size... I usually find the sleeves too long. How is the sleeve length for you? Thanks...

[@robpelton]

Hi Pete! The sleeves are perfect. I have 6’ wing span though. My body is weird. Lol

[@hope2someday691]

I just found your channel. I watched a few of your gear videos and wanted to let you know I like your format and sincerity. BTW, I liked and subscribed. The first video was the titanium cup comparison.

[@robpelton]

I appreciate the support!

[@brianyoungberg8750]

Had the same scenario with my Torrid jacket! Almost always wear a large, but their sizing said a medium, so ordered a custom Torrid in October for my Christmas present. Got it, tried it on and WTF, its soo tight around the chest and hips. Have worn it around the yard, but I guess I too will have to sell it 😕. Oh, and the stock Torrid is made in Vietnam!!! The large by their sizing would have me swimming in it, but it looks find on you, so who knows. EE is really messed up in their sizing chart. I may just switch to a different brand.

[@bobbybrowning5898]

I know it's been a year but what brand did you switch to?

[@Jaysus145]

P.S. I really like my Torrid Apex... I am afraid to wear it around campfires tho ;)

[@robpelton]

Rips, tears & burn holes are signs of experience. Think of it as patina!

[@oldunion]

I wouldn’t really call this a “long term review” long-term review. But it’s sort of a long, term, review

[@robpelton]

Accurate. Haha.

[@bobbybrowning5898]

Hey Rob! Glad I found this video! How do you like the 7D? Durable enough? Also what's your chest measurement? According to their size chart, I'm right in the middle of medium... 42" chest, 33" waist, 5'11 and about 200lbs.... Looks like a large would be a lot better!

[@robpelton]

I find the 7D is just fine. I’m pretty easy on it though I typically just wear it in camp. Not sure my chest measurement, but I’d guess a Large would fit you best. Just my opinion though. Thanks for watching!

[@danielyacykewych4066]

Bobby, what size Torrid did you go with? Happy? Regrets?

[@tomlucas4788]

The thing holding me back from purchasing one is the sizing. I’m thinking I’ll have to just buy “off the rack”. Return it then buy custom color and material. The biggest complaint I hear from reviews is the sizing aspect. Another great job Rob

[@robpelton]

Thanks Tom! I’m glad I met through this journey. Now, I know I have what I want.

[@ScottCannon4SmartBiz]

Lol. Definitely watching to the end of all your vids from now on. Don't care what you do, even if you just ended normally, love the vibe.

[@robpelton]

Haha. Thanks Scott! Gotta have fun out there!

[@markcummings6856]

So wait, after you got the large to replace your medium and you were satisfied, why did you sell it to your subscriber?

[@robpelton]

I did to help him out and to be honest, I didn’t want to look exactly like Darwin! Haha. Even though I’m short and bald....😬

[@garrycollins3415]

I look forward to your videos, I don't understand why you have so few subscribers.

[@robpelton]

Me neither! Lol. I’m just grateful anyone watches as it is!

[@maximusjoseppi5904]

id love if they made this thing in 950 fill down. cant really find custom down jackets, they would be the only ones i could find with a good website and customization.

[@robpelton]

That would be pretty sweet actually. Haha.

[@maximusjoseppi5904]

@@robpelton I actually found a guy that does truly custom gear. Like not just mass customization but like tailor fitted, any style or color or features or fill type/weight you want down to the color stitching. Expensive as hell but I mean we all buy mass customized $400 quilts so whatever haha. I do mostly gun reviews but I'm prob gonna do a review on it.

[@robpelton]

@@maximusjoseppi5904 eh. It’s just money. Let me know if you go with it and if it’s worth it!

[@MrMorganca]

You and I have the exact same jacket! You have great taste, obviously. 😎

[@robpelton]

Obviously. Lol

[@scottbutler1561]

Great video Rob, I just bought a stock Torrid, It's great. I am disappointed in their customer response though. I asked what size stuff sack it would fit in (preferably in Litres) they said they weren't sure. They wouldn't take time to find out how packable their packable jacket is. Anyhow, do you have any thoughts on stuff sack size for this, thanks.

[@robpelton]

I have a large and it comfortably fits in a 4L sack. This is with 3 roll downs. So, 3L at its smallest I’d say.

[@scottbutler1561]

@@robpelton Awesome, thanks Rob!

[@Droptineful]

Great review and story! Rob, you’ve got great entertainment value!👍🏻🇺🇸

[@robpelton]

Thanks a ton!

[@mariuszkluzniak7262]

The blue is very nice 😉 First class dance moves, I say...

[@robpelton]

Not as nice as Bronze though!

[@markhaas7804]

Great episode, Excellent description of sizing. I'm a large, and always a large as well. If I ever get anything other than a large, I regret it.

[@robpelton]

Exactly. Should of used common sense. 😬 thanks Mark!

[@Silkstep]

I love my Torrid jacket. Also got the vest w/hood. Amazing warmth to weight ratio, and nice that moisture is not as big an issue as with down. Love your videos. :)

[@robpelton]

Much appreciated Ron!

[@Magic411mtg]

Thank you Rob for the review!

[@robpelton]

Thanks for watching!

[@會津藩士]

Thank you Rob for always being so spot on because 1) their pullovers coming out tomorrow so sizing info really helped me, 2) I was also struggling between M and L as their sizing info seems weird. I’m 5 foot 11, and weigh 176 lbs with wide shoulders. I’m more towards the size Large after watching your EE videos. Do you agree? Please know that you got some fans in 🇯🇵 as well!

[@robpelton]

A L sounds about right. I’ve been to Korea! When I was like 5 yo. Haha. Thanks for the support!

[@BreathEmpowerment]

I'm 6'1 175lbs fairly broad shoulders with athletic but not huge and and like the medium but I didn't want it to be super baggy. It fits well with all enough room for decent layering. Also the Visp rain jacket is designed to wear over it and it does so well.

[@jeffmyers7062]

good video ! great end scene ahaha

[@robpelton]

Haha. Thanks Jeff!

[@Ridehard4today]

Yup, definitely worth it!!

[@robpelton]

It’s been great so far!

[@northtexashiker]

i have had my EE torrid jacket for 3 years. still works perfect

[@robpelton]

Still holding up?

[@northtexashiker]

yep, its a really durable jacket.

[@adventureswithbecketandxena]

Great video. Love the end 😅

[@robpelton]

Thanks Beckett!

[@SeniorHiker77]

Rob I went through the same process with this Torrid jacket ever since Dawin review it but still haven't pull the trigger yet. You was very lucky to get rid of that jacket so if you know someone that wants to get rid of a size XL let me know. Lol

[@robpelton]

Haha. I’ll keep an eye out.

[@davidson_oldbull_sectionhiker]

Patience is a Virtue

[@robpelton]

And perseverance. Lol

[@Onnitfan1]

Any info on the hat you are wearing? It looks warm.

[@robpelton]

Just a regular REI stocking cap. Similar to a Carhartt.

[@Onnitfan1]

@@robpelton Thanks Rob!

[@Jaysus145]

I like the color combo on this one.

[@robpelton]

Me too! Best so far. Haha.

[@mikeghost7788]

🤣🤣🤣🕺 I'll just stick with my Decathlon for now. Pretty light weight at 10.6 oz. For the price.

[@robpelton]

Decathlon is just fine. It does the job! Thanks Mike!

[@mikeghost7788]

@@robpelton always enjoy your review videos.

[@schizzlschnitzl]

which one from decathlon do you have?

[@daveforbes6751]

I have this jacket. Actually, the exact one you sent over seas. I haven’t used it on a bigger hike, as it comes unzipped from the bottom not sure why. I have yet to contact EE about the problem. What I will say is: yes it’s expensive, but reasonably priced when you consider comparable jackets. Yes you have wait they are a small company and covid craziness doesn’t help. It is however hands down the warmest puffy I have ever put on and I own a lot of them. So zipper problems aside awesome jacket!

[@robpelton]

It’s been a welcome piece for sure. Give them a call ASAP!

[@retkvi]

Hi Im also eyeboling this jacket and have simmilar questions like you had, for example the sizing, Im from europe and us sizing is at least one size up from our charts, I looked on their site and its quite confusing, at first they have pictures with dudes in different sizes, and they used the smallest chest circumferences. Normally I wear L and my chest size is 42 ish, so M would be ok? If I may ask, what size is your chest when you ordered M and it was too small for you? And the second, perhaps more important question, how well keeps this jacket drafts away if you used the 7D outer and inner material. Im looking for good breathable jacket, but I dont want to be cold because the material is too breathable or not so wind resistatnt, I heard that the 10D has 10cfm and 7D 35 cfm, dont know if it rings a bell by you but those are nummbers how breathable something is and 10 cfm is quite good and 35cfm is perhaps too much, so Im quite curious how it performs.

[@robpelton]

I’m the same. 42ish. The fabric blocks wind very well. That is one of the factors that help store warmth. I have never noticed a buildup of moisture due to the fabric. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!