- How warm is the Solution 4.0 Parka?
- It is Black Diamond's warmest synthetic jacket, with 200gsm mapped PrimaLoft RISE and PrimaLoft Gold Cross Core in the body, shoulders and hood. It is made for standing still in serious cold, not for moving fast.
- Is it the same as the Black Diamond Belay Parka?
- Yes. The Solution 4.0 was formerly sold as the Belay Parka, so older reviews of that name describe the same design line.
- What is the two-way zipper for?
- It lets you open the jacket from the bottom to reach your belay device or harness without unzipping the whole front.
- How does it compare with lighter synthetic belay jackets?
- It is warmer and bulkier. Lighter jackets pack smaller and suit fast, active use; this one is for long, cold stances.
- What pockets does it have?
- Oversized hand pockets, a chest pocket and internal drop pockets, sized for gloves, water bottles and on-route essentials.
- Is the hood insulated?
- Yes. The hood uses PrimaLoft Gold Cross Core insulation, the same as the body and shoulders.
- Where is the Men's Solution 4.0 Parka cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $298.44, 34% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Men's Solution 4.0 Parka?
- Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 48 ratings.
- Where can I buy the Men's Solution 4.0 Parka?
- 6 stores we checked sell it, including Black Diamond, blackdiamondequipmenta.shop, My Store, Sunferer, Fjall and Lake.