{"id":166,"date":"2015-04-27T16:38:00","date_gmt":"2015-04-27T16:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/redrocksreview.com\/index.php\/2015\/04\/27\/review-big-agnes-dunkley-belay-jacket\/"},"modified":"2015-04-27T16:38:00","modified_gmt":"2015-04-27T16:38:00","slug":"review-big-agnes-dunkley-belay-jacket","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/redrocksreview.com\/index.php\/2015\/04\/27\/review-big-agnes-dunkley-belay-jacket\/","title":{"rendered":"Review: Big Agnes Dunkley Belay Jacket"},"content":{"rendered":"
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I knew Big Agnes mainly for their great tents and camping gear. In the past few years they got in to apparel in a big way. When I needed a new super warm-bomber-oh-snap-it’s-cold coat I picked up a Big Agnes Dunkley Belay Jacket. This jacket is everything I wanted and more.<\/p>\n

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The Dunkley Belay Jacket brings warm to a whole new level. I have owned a few big puffy coats in my day, the Dunkley is warmer than all of them. This coat literally saved my last backpacking trip. I thought it would be a bit warmer so I took my 20\u00b0F bag and the temps were well below that. I was able to sleep comfortably through the night by throwing this coat on top of my bag. Then in the morning when I was breaking down camp I put it on to stay warm,  it was a gift from above!<\/p>\n

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The Dunkley Belay Jacket has a feature that all big puffy coats should have; an insulated hood. This hood is even nicer since it has a brim to keep the snow out of your eyes.  Bonus the hood fits over a helmet too.
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The Big Agnes Dunkley Belay Jacket has all the right touches. Besides two pockets for your hands, it has a chest pocket that can fit an iPhone or other small items. I often use it to keep my spare camera battery warm.<\/p>\n

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And possibly one of my favorite features on the Dunkley Belay Jacket is these two inside pockets that can fit a ton of stuff. Which is great if you want to keep  your extra gloves, hat or your phone plus a water bottle, etc.<\/p>\n

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The sleeves have a nice cuff that keeps snow out and warmth in.<\/p>\n

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Big Agnes includes a stuff sack for packing in your bag. And since this jacket is so warm I always bring it along as my just-in-case jacket.<\/p>\n

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I have to let you know, I love this coat! The fit and warmth are just great. This is the warmest coat I own while not being the biggest coat I own. Which says a lot. This coat is a steal at well under $200.<\/p>\n

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