Best Affordable WINTER DOWN JACKET | Decathlon Trek 900 |

[@JustinOutdoors]

I know stock is limited right now but I reached out to Decathlon earlier in the week and they mentioned they should have a bunch of new stock coming in any day now and then through out December (in Canada and the US). Also a note for those wanting to use the jacket as a belay jacket, the zipper is two-way, which is pretty essential!

[@johnbrown2163]

When it thaws out if you have somewhere permanent I would love to see you dig a fire warming pit. You can wear nothing in there and everyone warm and toasty. Inground fire pit with inground seating. Hard to explain. Fire deep in ground with built in seating that is also below ground level..

[@johnbrown2163]

I would like to see a Jacket with a built in Camel-pac. Drinking hose in sleeve..

[@Max-go2lr]

Here in Europe Decathlon is very well known and I got lots of good deals and saved some money. Very nice for a student that just got into that trekking hobby. Greetings from berlin!

[@Nitidus]

Their products imho are just a little bit worse than advertised most of the time but still sooo good for what they cost. You quickly get a feeling for how things would perform in practice

[@allan5401]

Amazing review, loved the structure and nitty gritty details! Underrated channel for sure!

[@JustinOutdoors]

Really appreciate that Allan!

[@mechastrisand3607]

I ordered 2 of these based off of your reviews, one for myself and one for a Christmas gift. This is a really nice jacket for the price. I cant wait to try it on those cold winter nights around camp. You have an underrated youtube channel. Keep the decathlon videos coming! Subscribed

[@matthewblackwelder6487]

I love that you mention Decathlon gear! I found them at the beginning of the summer and I love their stuff! So affordable and great quality

[@furrane]

I have the same exact jacket. I bought it 3 years ago for 100 euros and it's been my go to jacket for cold days every since. It is impossible to be cold in this, and the arm pit zippers are really a great help if you warm up too much so you don't sweat. You can buy this with your eyes closed.

[@matthewblackwelder6487]

I snagged one of these based on this review and I have to say it is so comfy and warm! The zipper is great quality and I love how thick the baffles are.

[@fcernst]

I'm really glad I recently found your channel. I'm really enjoying it..You provide a lot of good information.

[@spudpackerfan]

Another great review Justin. Your reviews are always straight to the point but still very informative and you always seem very honest. 👍

[@English.Andy1]

Yep had one of them for years too. Never fails to see through a British winter. Although our winters aren’t that cold.

[@evanbarrett2072]

My wife got me a fjallraven pack down hoodie coat for Christmas. Warmest lightest jacket I’ve ever owned. Love it.

[@Blue-pb7kz]

The best part about decathlon for a french person is that everybody buys there (there's this one backpack they make that I see at least once, if not multiple times, every single time I take public transit), and it's practically the default outdoors gear brand, so the second hand market is amazing. I've gotten the trek 100 for 8€ and the trek 900 for 30€ and love them both. I'm glad to see that it's available for you and kind of hope that it might make the outdoors more accessible for people!

[@JustinOutdoors]

I love that Decathlon helps make outdoors accessible with good pricing!

[@matthewsalomone3800]

I purchased the truck 100, the review said it runs a size small so being a medium slim I figured a large would be fine. I put the jacket on it seemed to fit really nice. Nice! I was very impressed with the quality and I highly recommend the jacket. However, when I tried to sit down or ride in a car I realized the jacket was very restrictive and I was only wearing a t-shirt under it. If you're a medium, just understand you may have to go up two sizes in order to get something that you could wear a sweater under. I tried to exchange but because I've removed the tags on the inside of the jacket they refused. I'm not going to trash this company or the product. I think it's outstanding and the jacket was very beautiful and well made. It's just disappointing that they can't get the sizing down. My advice if you buy this jacket, wear a few days. Do not remove the tags, sit in it, wear it in your car and try wearing it with a sweater on. If it doesn't feel comfortable and it's too restrictive, exchange it and get the next size up.

[@fabriciooliveira3720]

What would you choose for cold weather: the Trek900 + 170g merino baselayer or Trek100 down jacket + a 250g Merino long sleeve + a 170g merino baselayer? first option better insulation and lighter and second option is more versatile?

[@DjJDtech]

Been testing mine for a couple of weeks now and have to say it really is an amazing jacket for the price. I spent an icy night up on the UK'S 3rd highest peak and it kept me toasty warm all night. The details on the jacket are simply brilliant for this price bracket, the neck baffle keeps all the heat in without being tight around your neck, the overhanging coughs fit snuggly around skiing gloves and the pit zips are great for releasing a bit of heat when you are moving around a lot. And it compresses down amazingly for such a warm jacket. It gets a solid 10/10 from me. In the UK you'd need to spend close to another £100 to get anything comparable!

[@anonymous4201]

Hey, do they still stock this in UK? Tried searching for it but couldn’t find it…

[@Alex_Martinez]

Yess I was waiting for this review, great video!

[@stephenbouchard8075]

Thanks for the video. Your videos are very informative.

[@ManivanAdventures]

Justin! Just got my Trek 900 and yet again you did not let me down! Wow! Insane value! Thank you my dude!🤙🏼

[@ricardoherrera7252]

thank you Justin, I have been looking for a review on this jacket for a while and now I am convinced.

[@UltraDad]

Really nice concise review. I have also been a little put off by the extreme prices out there. I may give this brand a try! I do love my MontBell Alpine light...but looking for additional warmth. Thanks!

[@Mumbles_]

Great review just picked one up today on sale! Thanks man 🙏

[@2laughandlaugh]

Just got the Trek 100 for Xmas...i asked for it based on your reviews and you were on the money....i love this jacket.

[@OutNaturing]

cant wait till these come back in stock. been on the email list for when sizes return. love my trek 100

[@stephenkennedy8875]

Great review! I find it crazy that for £120 you can walk out of Decathlon UK with a Trek 100 and a Trek 900 especially when my RAB electron was £200 on its own! I think I’m going to try one of these Trek jackets out!

[@anonymous4201]

£120? Really? trek 100 is £50 and trek 900 is £100. Maybe the prices have increased due to covid and brexit, since you posted this message…?? Do you alternate between both or prefer one over the other? Considering purchasing either one of these… any suggestions? Thanks

[@maarten2803]

@@anonymous4201 50 euros for trek 100 and 100euros for trek 900 so that's around 120 pounds I think Trek 100 costs 55euros since this week though (damn inflation)

[@TehSiets]

I’m a big fan of synthetic insulation options. Fleece feels fantastic and is super warm. They also tend to also be way cheaper than down and maintain their performance if you accidentally get wet. In my opinion that gives it the edge in a survivalist scenario.

[@JustinOutdoors]

Both have their places for sure. Down is a lot lighter and will last a lot longer though!

[@diegoalvarado1771]

Really have been enjoying your videos man. Earned a sub. Just wondering where you buy your Canada tactical hats?

[@JustinOutdoors]

Make them myself! Hard to find the grey on grey iron on patches though

[@llo70422]

thanks to you I picked up some decathlon stuff and it is really quality stuff for an affordable price. I just love this company I wouldn't have known about this but Thanks to you I have directed a fair amount of business to this company great review Justin Sheila Vancouver BC

[@neemancallender9092]

I purchased the MEN’S SYNTHETIC MOUNTAIN TREKKING PADDED JACKET - MT100 HOODED -5°C £25 $30 less expensive and 80g heavier For me synthetic is the only way to go in English wet/cold climate And for long expeditions in sub-zero dry/cold, I also prefer synthetic, as your jacket gets damp from body perspiration, and after a few days down begins to clump and loose loft I am very pleased with the performance of this jacket I obviously would recommend this jacket better than the down

[@MattyOutdoors]

Came to learn about a jacket, but was lost in those dreamy eyes. No sun glasses was a good choice 😘

[@JustinOutdoors]

Never wearing sunglasses again. Ever

[@schluckauflauf6902]

I too think that its amazing that you, who you make lots of videos around gear, try out cheaper products from Decathlon. It makes trekking/hiking in the winter a lot more accessible. Because when i see tents that come close to 1000$ its kind of demotivating, if you dont have that kind of money. I tend to fall for the thought that you need good gesr in order to be safe/have a good time. To a degree that is true but well its also nice that there is good stuff for cheap. As you said decathlon makes great stuff, whenever i need clothing for sports (running, trekking, diving, ...) that i want to last for long i go to decathlon, never had anything break/rip. Love your videos, keep it up :)

[@JustinOutdoors]

I try as much as possible to showcase affordable gear! Decathlon is great for that! Same with 3F UL!

[@dk2428]

This jacket is a steal, I bought this years ago for my trip up to northern Sweden. Well built, toasty warm in -20C°! 100Eu...at least worth 3x its price.

[@mohamedanshad4789]

Hi.. nice review..I just want to know whether we can use this jacket while trekking.. especially can we wear it while using back pack

[@JustinOutdoors]

I try to avoid using down jackets for activewear as they don't deal with sweat well!

[@mechastrisand3607]

I just ordered one for an upcoming trip based on your review, Thanks

[@tosd.outdoors]

Great video! I’m planning on my first winter camping trip this season.

[@santiagog.velarde8301]

Hey, great video, it has helped me out a lot in the decision of which down jacket to buy, but could you make a video on the simond makalu down jacket, it's from Decathlon as well, but from the dedicated brand for mountaineering.

[@JustinOutdoors]

I'll see what I can do! When playing with the two in the store, the Simond didn't seem like it offered much more for the big increase in price.

[@santiagog.velarde8301]

@@JustinOutdoors Thanks, it would be awesome man!! Because supposedly it's a much warmer jacket, given it has higher fill-power down and more importantly more filling.

[@DeltadronesBr]

I used in Iceland. Very good and good price!

[@kenttheboomer721]

I wish the $80 Decathlon down jacket I bought had fit me, and that they kept stock better. The size is at least a size smaller than I would have expected. But the size/color I wanted was not in stock. REI came thru with a 50% off sale on a down jacket.

[@JustinOutdoors]

They really need to work on their stock! Like most companies, I imagine covid hit their supply chains pretty hard.

[@Blue-pb7kz]

The sizing might be because it's a european company - I've found that an american size S is about equivalent to a european size M, and even though Decathlon sizes very slightly big for french standards, it doesn't quite make up the difference.

[@RideAlongside]

Hey Justin. I think you forgot to put the info cards up. No end cards either.

[@JustinOutdoors]

Hmm, I'm seeing both on my end. I'll look into it!

[@mikkosantos7202]

Hi, will be a new student in Toronto and will have to commute. It’s going to be my first winter and would like to check if this would dp the job? Temps with windchill can reach -20 i believe

[@Nitidus]

Funny, I just found like the last two of these in my entire country to be available in my local store and in my size. You can't even buy it online anymore. No time lost thinking about it and seemingly, I made the right decision just getting it

[@georgerosado5194]

Dude . love your channel.. so much great information ✔️👍💯🙌🙏💪👊👏☕

[@richardbonner9199]

Yes, yet another great gear video Justin! With your advise I have bought several items from Decathlon for my outdoor treks. Have you ever tried the Decathlon Hiking Pants; I've looked at them but hesitate due to their posting that the "sizes run small". I wear 34/34 and I've ask them "how small?" and is waist and length or just waist?? The reply was the 37/34 "should" fit with my big question---what's should???? Any experience in this category?? Thanks!! Keep up the Great Videos

[@JustinOutdoors]

The trek 500 hiking pants are on my list! They look decent. I haven't tried any of their pants with waist sizing though.

[@jacquescroze]

Great very informative video. I have got the classic forclaz trek 100 down jacket and a couple others but only lightweight jackets which are great but have been looking for a warmer winter jacket on a budget, and am stuck between the trek 900 or the simond mountaineering down jacket also from decathlon, although its a bit more costly has a couple of different features and is supposedly a warmer jacket. Was wondering your opinion of the simond if you have any experience or what you think of it, thanks keep up the hard work

[@JustinOutdoors]

I played with the Simond in the store and it didn't quite seem worth the double price for me. I can definitely see some of the features being deal breakers for some people, but not for me :). It would be a close battle on warmth.

[@stefanogrossi1964]

Simond Makalu II is box wall, has more down with a higher fill power (250 g of down 700 with a 90/10 ratio between down and feathers vs 189 g of down 660 with a 85/15 ratio), has more pockets, a ripstop outer shell and a better hood

[@DarrenYee]

Awesome Jacket! I may have to pick this one up. I just have to figure out the sizing. It's kind of hard to try on cloths without a physical store and lockdown. But I may get two, small/medium and return the one that does not fit. Thank You

[@JustinOutdoors]

Fingers crossed the fit works! it's a great jacket

[@royphair9676]

These jackets are superb value for money you could even buy two of these for maybe the price of a rab ,or even a mountain equipment one that has the same specs, but my guess would be you would still have change to buy the trek 500 down jacket

[@Ataturk.13]

Hello. What is your height and weight ? What size is the coat ?

[@Drew_Pearson]

Hey Justin! How are you liking the Trek 900 jacket now, a year later? I just ordered one and I'm curious to see how it's been working out for you.

[@JustinOutdoors]

It's awesome! My go-to winter down jacket

[@johnbrown2163]

When I have a Fire warming pit, I make sure nobody wearing these jackets, We have melted a few and extremely horrible when melts to the skin. Great jacket, Horrible next to a good fire. What jacket you recommend for next to hot fire?

[@JustinOutdoors]

I wear this jacket next to hot fires. Worst case scenario, an ember burns a small hole in the shell.

[@zakafx]

Disregard my other comment on the other jacket, I see this is the one I should probably look into.

[@everyoneknowsadave3580]

Thanks for sharing that Justin.... great information for us guys and gals who don’t want to shell out hundreds and hundreds of dollars for a great product that really performs its intended purpose ... thank you 👍👍

[@saunamchan2908]

Hey thanks! I didn't even know Decathlon started selling in Canada. Have you had any experience with their caps?

[@JustinOutdoors]

I don't!

[@SanaurRehmanShahmir]

It is my pleasure to be here today. I am a solo mountain hiker from Chitral Pakistan.

[@becon776]

REI stormhenge. one and done. Windproof, waterproof puffer. Kept me nice and toasty.

[@ryanhinderman]

Justin - do you have any experience with the Trek 500 jacket? If the 900 has a static comfort of 23 degrees, I'm wondering what you think the static comfort of the 500 might be. Trying to decide between the two for temps between 25-35f

[@JustinOutdoors]

No experience with the 500! The north american 500 doesn't have a hood, which is a deal breaker for me.

[@ItsAdventureTime1]

Would love your insight on this; Just did a hike in low 40f/upper 30f degree temps while it was raining. I tried to keep the rain off me with rain gear but that made me sweat so I was in this constant battle the entire time...I didn't succeed to well and it actually ruined my hike that was planed the next day because I had to wait for stuff to dry out. Any recommendations?

[@JustinOutdoors]

For me, the key is layers. If I am putting on a rain jacket, I am usually taking off layers underneath. I also really like umbrellas!

[@adrianocaceresromero1557]

Is it good for -15º -20º celsius climates?

[@fastforward4725]

Hi Justin, which Decathlon windjacket do you recommend for trekking?

[@JustinOutdoors]

I actually haven't taken a look so I am not totally sure!

[@johnnyjobe6794]

love decathlon. best budget jacket ever.

[@tpandw4753]

Would like to try a heated vest(and gloves) under that jacket ...said good for -20 degree weather...hunters use these...can diy for less..

[@crazypigs100]

is this pretty much the same as the rab microlight alpine jacket?

[@JustinOutdoors]

This jacket is much bulkier, heavier, and warmer.

[@crazypigs100]

@@JustinOutdoors Mad that the alpine is more than double the price. People really just pay for brands. Decathalon products do look pretty decent.

[@AndersRamm]

How does it do with being windproof/wind stopper?

[@ВладимирЕрмаков-ш1л]

к Декатлону в последнее время действительно нет вопросов по качеству. Пуховики реально хорошие. From Russia with love)))

[@scottf9044]

I’m confused between the 100 and 900. The 100 has a higher down fill, but the 900 is rated warmer. How does that work? I want warm living in MN.

[@JustinOutdoors]

The power of the fill (e.g., 600 CUIN vs 800 CUIN) isn't the primary factor in determining warmth. The power of the fill affects compressibility and weight. The primary factor for warmth is the thickness of the insulation/down. The thickness then corresponds to how much down is needed to fill up that space. So Your best bet is to look at the AMOUNT of fill and the power (assuming the company properly fills their products). For instance, 10 ounces of 800 power fill down will be warmer than 10 ounces of 600 power fill down. But 10 ounces of 600 power fill down will be warmer than 1 ounce of 800 power fill down. The trek 900 is 2-3x as thick and significantly warmer than the trek 100.

[@michaelmetcalfe795]

After seeing your video was excited to order the jacket ..600 /but they have none🙄 in XL hopefully they'll get back to me before Winter's over L●L .. *really like your videos & all your detail in them👍 much appreciated👍

[@Shubhu04]

I am planning of buying simond makalu 2 jacket from decathlon, what is your openion on that?

[@JustinOutdoors]

It's good, just more expensive for not much performance gain I don't think.

[@bludnisineee]

Is it waterproof? windproof? Can you tell me please. Thanks

[@JustinOutdoors]

none of the above

[@dddddd8159]

I buy it in France, already used but in really good condition. And I by it 12€ so make traduction in dollars it’s a very good opportunity 🤪🤪

[@agnostichaos]

Cards you referenced didn’t show up. Just FYI

[@daveebert7747]

The problem with Décathlon is the description or better said LACK of any details in the scant description. It’s very frustrating there are no details about material, construction or features. Absolutely no mention of anything. I can go to MEC’s website and it tells me everything I need to know about all the important details. Decathlon has no mention of the fabric, the zippers, pockets, sewn through or not etc. etc. etc. You have a great channel and I enjoy everything you do. If not for your review of these products I wouldn’t have a clue. Please tell them to up their game so consumers can make an informed decision. This is unthinkable in today’s e-commerce environment.

[@JustinOutdoors]

I agree! Decathlon needs to work on their websites. Sometimes the UK one has a bit more info. But it took a lot of effort to figure out the deniers of the fabrics in this jacket! haha

[@danielsingh9415]

If ur looking on your phone, turn it to swap views from landscape to portrait, or better yet, use a computer 😉

[@Andrei-to6dg]

What can you say about Decathlon pants SH520 X-WARM?

[@JustinOutdoors]

Haven't tried those pants!

[@arnousteele4845]

i was expecting at least 200. i might actually get this as a christmas gift for myself

[@JustinOutdoors]

I actually had the opposite thought when I first saw it online. I thought it should be around $100-110 USD. After using it a bunch, it easily matches other jackets that are 2-3x as expensive.

[@grahamhyde8355]

Hey, Justin why don’t you consider TaigaWork products? Made in Canada (Vancouver) so reason enough to buy!! They’ve been in business forever and have developed a small cult following. Cheers

[@JustinOutdoors]

I actually have come across them when researching down pants! They look great but it's tough to shell out the money for their gear when there are lighter and less expensive options out there.

[@mr.perfect5303]

Awesome review. I may in fact purchase this based on this review. Not super in the market for a new jacket but having a second one wouldn't hurt. What are your thoughts on treating the shell with a silicone spray for extra waterproofness? Adds weight, but may be worth it?

[@JustinOutdoors]

Couldn't hurt! Where I am, the snow is usually pretty dry, so it's not much of an issue.

[@ManivanAdventures]

Man I wish I could have gotten this for only $130 USD… I am still considering buying for $170. Still liking this one?

[@JustinOutdoors]

It's my go-to and I haven't found anything else under $200!

[@ManivanAdventures]

@@JustinOutdoors Good to hear! Got me a 10% off discount code and just ordered one. Excited to get mine! Thanks for all you do! 🤙🏼

[@DjJDtech]

just saved me £100, thanks!

[@Outdoor_MED]

I got a nice Eddie Bauer down jacket its a 650 fill power not 700 but still a good deal for 95 USD.

[@Jor0716]

Wow this is a nice alternative to those $200 north face or Columbian jackets

[@michaelmetcalfe795]

I should have said... the trek 900👍

[@peheather]

85% down 15% feathers - not such a great price after all. Couldn't find any description of specs on the website - disturbing.

[@JustinOutdoors]

I disagree, still a great price

[@Hftimes2]

I think it’s important to tell people that decathlon jackets come with left hand zippers. Not a deal breaker but aggravating when your use to right hand zippers.

[@mikeghost7788]

Buyer beware, their sizes have always been in European sizes with the items I've purchased. So make sure your getting the size that fits you.

[@KevInpouich]

Yes in France Décathlon is definitely an institution! ;) ;)

[@bushcraftbasics2036]

Good quality but fits small

[@linabing9181]

Are you sposered by Decathlon? It's been alot from them lately and I don't feel that your channel is neutal anymore. I realy like your channel and have been following it for a while but it starts to feel like to bias.

[@JustinOutdoors]

I dont have any sponsors and have never had a company sponsor a video! I'd disclose any video sponsorship or if a piece of gear I was reviewing was received for free. It's actually been over six months since I did a review of a Decathlon product. I do use quite a bit of stuff from them as they make great gear at a great value, which allows me to spend my limited budget on some more expensive pieces of gear like my winter tent. The only bias I have is that I show gear that I buy that works for me and fits within my budget, unfortunately that limits the gear that gets showcased on my channel. Especially since KZbin isn't a full time job for me!

[@louisdemm1758]

Just because Decathlon is sorta new in the states doesn't mean it's good shit. Their stuff is about on par with Amazon Essentials, Uniqlo, and other cheap options.

[@JustinOutdoors]

I'm not saying this jacket is good because it's from a company that's new to the US. I'm saying it's good because it has technical features, materials, and construction quality that makes it stand out from other less expensive options and allows it to compete with jackets 2-3x the cost. Generally, I think the technical features is where Decathlon differs from other brands with low cost options that may be more targeted towards streetwear.

[@GabrielMendezC]

Then just keep buying Arc'teryx and Patagonia. Decathlon has a great offering of products with decent quality for the price. Most of us can't afford the high end products you might be used to but it doesn't mean Decathlon's quality it's bad. Moron.

[@louisdemm1758]

@@GabrielMendezC Looks like I tickled your shadows funny bone. I don't use expensive brands, but Decathlon ain't any better than the cheap shit either.

[@petermarshall582]

out of stock

[@escapetherace1943]

I got their cheapo 40 dollar puffy.... it's ugly as hell and the pockets are way too high.... might just fucking donate it it is the worst jacket I've ever seen