Warroad Boiler Down Parka vs Patagonia Stormshadow Parka

Both are serious winter parkas with waterproof shells and down insulation. The Boiler Down is the longer, warmer-feeling choice for standing around in cold: parka length to mid-thigh, 650-fill RDS goose down, a down-filled hood and metal snap cuffs. The Patagonia Stormshadow uses GORE-TEX ePE and 700-fill recycled down in a hip-length cut, so it is more breathable and easier to move in but covers less of the legs. Owners of the Boiler Down rate it 4.9 from 224 ratings and call it warm, true to size and well made. The Stormshadow is the step up if you want proven GORE-TEX weatherproofing and recycled materials.

• Choose the Boiler Down Parka if you spend hours standing in cold rinks or on sidelines and want thigh-length coverage, a down-filled hood and snap cuffs.
• Choose the Patagonia Stormshadow Parka if you want GORE-TEX waterproof-breathable protection, recycled down and a shorter cut you can move in.