For my biggest parka, I added some straps (like backpack straps) inside the parka from the back of the neck to the side of the waist on each side. If I go from sedentary to active, I can unzip and take my arms out and the backpack straps keep it on my back but easily accessible to slip my arms back in and zip up again when I need to. Thanks for the review on the Fjallraven parka!

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

That’s a very innovative way to solve the transition from active to sedentary! Glad you enjoyed the review ☺️

Great review! I just got one for myself from REI, and it’s on sale! Can’t miss it!

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊Yes they sometimes can found at a steep discount, especially the Men's version after the winter season ends.

Great review! I just ordered one and looking forward to feeling toasty in the Swedish winter.

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

Enjoy! How cold do you winters get?

Note that the Nuuk has been upgraded for the winter of 22/23. So, my wife and I both bought the old Nuuk on deep blow out in the Spring of this year. There are still a few of the old model around--weird sizes mostly at this point. We got ours for standing around waiting to catch the bus up here in Canada. Hasn't been cold enough yet to use it yet. Nice review. Thanks.

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

Great point! These do tend to get discounted steeply in the spring (we got the Men’s version for 50% off). They’re also on sale through several retailers today!

@MarenW21

11 ай бұрын

I wonder what the difference is on the new model Nuuk, their websites are never pointing out the differences or only vaguely which is annoying me

@nobodyinparticular3341

11 ай бұрын

@@MarenW21 We actually got both, know anybody who wants to buy an old model cheap? Diff's include: new has wire in brim, no side arm pocket, drawstring in the waist, no velcro on wind flap (which was my wife got the second newer version), layout of seams slightly diff. Jackets currently packed, so we are going by memory. Wife loves her Nuuk up here in

@nobodyinparticular3341

11 ай бұрын

opps...Canada

@MarenW21

11 ай бұрын

@@nobodyinparticular3341 thank you! Do you know if the cut is the same?

I am also a proud owner of this parka (the new model), which is just awesome because you do not sweat! It keeps the temperature absolutely stable and comfortable in an extreme temperature range. The best winter jacket ever!

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more!

@325iaddict

Жыл бұрын

I would say, the Yupik is better... because it has the draw cord at the BOTTOM of the jacket instead of higher up. Apart from that, it is indeed one of the best synthetic filled winter parka I have had - and I have quite a few - but, nothing beats a good down filled winter parka like a Bergans Lava or a The North Face McMurdo parka or one of the many models of a Nobis down parka. Forget about Canada Goose: these are, despite their very high price, NOT waterproof (and I am the one to know this, with a Chateau, a Langford, a Manitoba and an expedition parka in my collection).

I got the older model that’s almost 20 years now. I live in Scandinavia and use it as my winter jacket almost daily. It’s still in mint condition! The only thing that has broken is the textile flappy thing on the zip, but that’s not really an issue. The best thing on my jacket is the small outside chest pocket. I have my wallet there so I don’t have to unzip the jacket to get to it. Love this jacket. It’s like wearing a comfortable and cozy “dyne” (tick blanket).

@Western-Wild

11 ай бұрын

Love hearing your long term experience with the brand! Hopefully we will get that many years out of our jackets :)

@ketle369

11 ай бұрын

Found out it’s the Kodiak jacket. Use it from -5 to -30 Celsius.

@yuzumikan7187

8 ай бұрын

Hi there! I just bought a new version of Nuuk Parka in black and I love everything about it. But I have a same problem…. It collects all my cat’s fur😢 How do you deal with it? I’m thinking to return it or maybe choose different colour😩💔

@aaronpearce2700

8 ай бұрын

@@yuzumikan7187 would just hang it in closet instead of throwing it down somewhere and get a lint roller. These jackets have a wax finish so inevitable. Might also just be the colour black that makes it show more

Really nice looking coat! Great review

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

Nice review! I bought the men's parka last year and it is my go to parka for fall and teh start of winter, even when damp spring time. It breathes very well. I have worn it in 40 degree temps just fine and also in the mid 20s with a single layer underneath. Below that temperature I found that I needed a base layer and a sweater underneath. But it is plenty roomy to accommodate those extra layers. I bought a large and I am 6ft1 210 lbs and it fits fine. The collar is snug which I like because it stops cold air getting inside so a scarf isn't really needed. The hood is large and fits fine with a beanie underneath, otherwise it blocks your vision, even with the hood adjuster all the wat back. I thought about adding another velcro later behind this to pull the hood further back. Although it is a heavy coat by nature of its synthetic insulation and thick canvas like shell it doesn't feel heavy when wearing it. As it breathes so well I can walk the dog in it without sweating much. I think there are 11 pockets which is amazing. I have worn it in a real downpour and it kept me totally dry, A little bit of water did make its way into the hand pockets, perhaps because the water runs down your arms and into the pocket. The coat does take a while to dry out. I am thinking of getting one for my wife and it seems to fit you very well.

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

All great points to add! And you should definitely get one for your wife, she'll be very happy with it 😉

@OWNORDISOWN

Жыл бұрын

@Western Wild yep, bought one yesterday 👍

@1q2w3e4r5t6zism

Жыл бұрын

26 pockets!

@325iaddict

Жыл бұрын

Yes, the "old fashion" model with a high stand collar and removable hood is seriously superior to what I see most often now: NO collar at all and the jacket just ends into a fixed hood. Numerous brands have this construction only or offer maybe one model like this Nuuk parka. Fjallraven has to be praised for that. Less happy I am with the fact they removed the draw cord from the very bottom of the parka as was the case with the Yupik. Now, the bottom is ALWAYS too wide, letting precious body heat escape. But otherwise, it's a parka that has very few weak points - if any! Numerous sound recordists and friends alike bought this parka after they tried mine. In the beginning, I took up to ten(!) jackets with me so they had a real choice and could try all kinds of jackets, but in the end... I only took my Yupik and said: "THIS is gonna be your next parka - just take it home, try it, and you'll see for yourself!" Out of 7 people who tried it 6(!) actually bought it. That says all...

@OWNORDISOWN

Жыл бұрын

@325iaddict my wife loves hers too. So many pockets makes it ideal to smuggle in candy to the movies too!

Great review guys, I will suggest to also mention the temperature in Celsius. Thanks!

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! We’ll be sure to include conversions from here on out. We’ve been comfortable in these to around -10 Celsius with a mid layer on. Anything less than that you’d want to add layers or look at a heavier parka.

Love my Nuuk ❤️

In Canada or even new york, a parka is indespensible. Layers are great when you're outside. But when you're walking through the freezing cold between centrally heated buildings, it helps to have one big layer. In my first year of college I ordered a Russian "bekesha" which is a military sheepskin coat, its warmer than anything I own, but way too heavy for the commute. Suffered through it and got a us military primaloft jacket for the next year.

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

That’s a great point about not having to deal with a ton of layers coming in and out. Would also be curious what a military surplus parka runs these days.

@varun009

Жыл бұрын

@@Western-Wild almost always south of $200 for the ecwcs level three primaloft "marshmallow" jacket. Good for the money but very ugly. I've heard some people dye them, but I don't have a vat big enough. I added some fur to the hood. Didn't want faux fur so I salvaged fox fur from the collar of a damaged sheepskin coat from a thrift store. It looks beautiful, I must admit, but I wouldn't buy fox fur new.

Nice review 💯

@Western-Wild

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

I have the older model "Yupik Parka" and its so warm. I never wear more than a T Shirt underneath no matter how cold it gets. (Coldest was -11° because of where i live). Also it looks basicaly new after 6 years.

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

Glad you love it! They make long lasting gear.

@325iaddict

Жыл бұрын

I would be very careful with that Yupik, I also have them, and the Nuuk is no upgrade for me... on the contrary. They removed the draw cord from the bottom, so it will ALWAYS be too wide there for slender people like me. "So warm" is relative. I would say it's moderately warm. OK, for a synthetic filled parka it is warm indeed. But... if it has to be really warm, nothing beats a good warm down parka, like the Bergans Lava (no longer available) or the The North Face McMurdo (NOT McMurdo2 as this one also misses that bottom draw cord!!) and if it has to be even warmer: take a Mountain Hardwear Absolute Zero or an Arcteryx Cold WX parka SVX. Those two are my go-to Norway-in-winter parkas 🙂

Look at you two matching!

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

Happens far too often with our gear haha. If it wasn’t utterly superfluous we’d probably have two black Tundras in the driveway too 😆

Do you need extra layers in below freexing weather? Also should you layer wear when wearing this?

@Western-Wild

7 ай бұрын

Really depends on the conditions and your cold tolerance, but it is a good idea to buy one large enough to fit a layer underneath! For us if we are moving it’s not really necessary, but a cozy mid layer is nice if you’re not active when it is below freezing.

Great review! What size jacket is Dylan wearing with his height and weight? Thanks

@Western-Wild

9 ай бұрын

Thanks! It’s a men’s Large, 5’10” 200lbs. Fits with extra room for mid-layers.

Hi! I am visiting Helsinki (Finland) soon. I am contemplating between this, the Greenland winter jacket and the Skogso padded jacket. Which one would you recommend for normal everyday commute. Thank you!

@Western-Wild

10 ай бұрын

Ohh great question! The Nuuk is our go-to when we know we are going to be outside in temps below 32f/0c but it is admittedly a bit bulky if you are getting in or out of a car, dealing with public transit or biking. I (Dylan) have the Skogso padded jacket and love it for everyday use. We'll have a review on it shortly, but you'll see it if you go through our early 2023 videos. I'd personally go with the Skogso, just size it so you can add a nice warm layer on colder days. We have not tried the Greenland Jacket yet, but as I understand it does not have insulation so you would need a quality layer underneath.

Bought the Singi Men in size XS. I'm 5'4 130lbs. They run large and fits like a size S in US standard. Nice coat but had to return it. Bought the Nuuk Men XS online to see if it will fit this time. What size are you wearing and and your body type?

@anuraagsinha9447

9 ай бұрын

Hi! Could I ask how the XS fit you?

Great video. I’m currently looking at buying a parka. I’m looking at the North Face McMurdo and the Fjallraven Nuuk. They are both equivalent and very good quality. The only problem I find with the Fjallraven Nuuk is the left-handed main zipper. It’s very awkward when you’re used to right-handed zippers. Any advice on the zipper and in general between the two parkas.

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

Great question Gary! I actually got used to the location of the zipper pretty quickly, my bigger complaint is that the zipper itself is a little finicky and can be tricky to get lined up with gloves on. Bottom line: The Nuuk is likely to be more durable in the long run, and in our opinion looks better. The McMurdo is generally less expensive, and may be a little bit warmer based on the 600 fill down.

@garyzimmerman6367

Жыл бұрын

@@Western-Wild much appreciated…thanks!

@325iaddict

Жыл бұрын

The McMurdo is a down filled parka and as such, has a greater comfort-range. It also is water proof, has lots of pockets and if you take the regular McMurdo (NOT the McMurdo2!!) then you still have a draw cord at the BOTTOM of the parka, which was omitted / re-positioned by Fjallraven, from the bottom to the waist when going from the Yupik to the Nuuk parka. A great mistake! Now, the bottom is ALWAYS too wide, letting precious body heat escape :-(

Fjällräven is outstanding. I have the Nuuk parka and the expedition down lite jacket. Both are really awesome jackets!!!! 🥳🥳👍👌💪

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

The expedition down jacket looks crazy warm! How cold does it have to get for you to wear it?

@rolandrosenberg7101

Жыл бұрын

@@Western-Wild i am wearing the down lite jacket from about plus 5-8 °C until minus 15°C. Minus 15 No Problem with the Jacket. You Just need the correct Base layers and so on....

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

@@rolandrosenberg7101 very impressive! That is about as cold as it gets where we live… but we will not be camping in those temperatures 🤣

@KontrolledKaoz

Жыл бұрын

​@@Western-Wildwhat is better Fjallraven or Kuhl price not being an issue???

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

@@KontrolledKaoz Great question! The biggest difference is that the Nuuk is advertised as waterproof, while the Kuhl Arktik is listed as water resistant. If you like the design of the Kuhl and see it more as an around town jacket go for it. When it comes to real outdoor use in in climate weather we would strongly recommend the Nuuk.

Hi! Thank you for the great review! I've been looking for a good winter parka to brave the Midwestern winters, and the Nuuk checked all the boxes. My only issue is the sizing, I'm 5'2" and 130 lbs and the women's S was too big (the sleeves were so long on me) and it was a bit too roomy for my liking, the XS fits a bit better (sleeves are good), but now it's a bit tighter than I'd like (it zips and buttons fine, I can wear a chunky sweater underneath, but it's definitely snug...like I wish I just had half an inch more room). Did Tessa come across this issue? I do love how warm it is. It's amazing! And the sleeves and length are so perfect on me. I just wish I had a bit extra room around the torso area and hips. As a novice, I'm not sure if I should just return it and accept that the Nuuk is just not meant for my body type...or stick with the XS. I would love your advice please!

@Western-Wild

7 ай бұрын

Tessa here. I feel your pain on this. I personally am never able to buy things that fit my arm length, jacket arms are ALWAYS too long for me. For this jacket I actually like that because it keeps my hands warmer. Overall I think it depends on your primary use case with this jacket. If it’s going to be your around town jacket I’d maybe put up with it being a little tight with layers or look for something that accommodates layers a bit better. If it’s going to be a hybrid around town/adventure jacket I’d size up to accommodate however many layers you may need. I personally bought the jacket with the hybrid approach in mind. I personally buy most of my jackets with layering in mind because I rarely am able to go with one layer underneath jackets and I’d rather have it be a little loose when they layers aren’t needed but more physically comfortable than be freezing my tail off when the layers are needed. Hope this helps!!

@TwinkleToes66

7 ай бұрын

@@Western-Wild @westernwildoutdoors thank you so much for taking the time to respond, Tessa! I decided to stick with the XS as the S looked almost comically big on me. My husband said it looked like I was wearing someone else's jacket 😄. Also my GOD IS THE NUUK WARM!! I've been layering under it as I've done with other jackets in the past (winter came early where I live, we've already gotten a bunch of snow!), just to run errands and stuff, and I come back home drenched in sweat!!! So now my struggle is trying to layer LESS 😂 I got the parka for around town, so I think your advice to possibly stick with the XS for that purpose is on point. Thank you again for your time and effort and for helping me not freeze to death this winter, you're doing God's work! 🩶

@Western-Wild

7 ай бұрын

@@TwinkleToes66 I’m so glad you figured out the right size AND that it’s keeping you warm!! I went through the same thing when I got mine, I added layers like normal and promptly started sweating. I personally love being able to leave the house with fewer layers though, one less thing to carry/keep track of. Again so glad you love it and hope it keeps you warm for many more adventures! 😊

@TwinkleToes66

7 ай бұрын

@@Western-Wild 🩶🩶🩶

@purlsofwisdom8850

7 ай бұрын

With a jacket as expensive as this one I think I’d go with the larger size and take it to a tailor to have the arms shortened. That way you get the best of both worlds!

Hi there! I just got new version of Nuuk parka in black and I love everything g about it. But you are right, it collects any kinds of fur and dust💔 Do you get annoyed with your dog fur? I’m thinking if I should return it or change the colour…💦

@Western-Wild

8 ай бұрын

A lighter color would certainly help! We try to keep our parkas away from the fur as much as possible and use a lot of lint rollers.

For Mr. WW: Did you get the old version, with the drawcord at the hem? Or the newer version with the drawcord at the waist? Also, do you find the Nuuk to be drafty?

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

Good question! Mine is two model year's old and has the drawcord at the hem. I don't find it to be too drafty, but the newer men's version is likely an improvement since over tightening the hem drawcord on mine could limit mobility a bit. Interestingly the women's version from that same year had a drawstring at the hem and another one at the waist. - Mr. WW

@325iaddict

Жыл бұрын

Here, you have THE point! I think it's a serious mistake to move that draw cord from the bottom of the jacket to a higher position, as the bottom of it now contantly is TOO wide.

@azores15

Жыл бұрын

@@325iaddict I agree. At least, I guess, the newly redesigned Nuuk features a waist drawcord that's relatively low set - it's actually at the navel instead above it.

The Nuuk should be the "improved version" of the Yupik.... not so for me!! They removed the elastic draw cord from the bottom, making it essentially too wide for slender people - there's no way anymore to snug the bottom close! I'll be very careful with my good old Yupik...

I'm not sure what size I should choose for a 40 inch chest both M and W

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

These run slightly small in our experience and you’ll want room for layers underneath. 40 would be a Large for the men’s, and on the boarder between Large and XL for the women’s model. Hope that helps!

Are the sleeves also padded?

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

Yes! They are well insulated and quite cozy.

Is Nuuk a upgarde rersion of Yupik?

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

I believe so!

@NeilChen-jm9rb

Жыл бұрын

@@Western-Wild got it

@325iaddict

Жыл бұрын

It SHOULD be according to Fjallraven... but for me, the opposite is true. They re-possitioned the drawcord from the very bottom of the parka much higher up, leaving the bottom ALWAYS too wide, no way to snug it around your body anymore, so precious body heat escapes...

how can i wash this? is it necessary?

@Western-Wild

6 ай бұрын

The label says it is machine washable with a few basic instructions. That said we never get sweaty in ours and haven’t felt the need to clean them yet!

The pronunciation is Nuuk

And the hood?

@Western-Wild

8 ай бұрын

The hood is lovely!

Nuuk! Thats the capital of Greenland!

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

We did not know that! Makes sense since they also sell a Greenland Down Jacket.

@Skurk11

Жыл бұрын

@@Western-Wild Yep - also you pronounce Fjällräven somewhat off - but I guess you need to be scandinavian to get that right. Thanks for the review though - just ordered one :) Happy New year!

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

@@Skurk11 It sounds like we need to take a trip to learn the proper pronunciation first hand 😉Happy New Year to you as well! Thank you for watching!!

this thing would be perfect without the velcro. there's nothing worse than the feeling of fleece gloves getting hung up on velcro.

The zipper is a weird thing and the pet hair magnet completely threw me off. This was my second choice after NorthFace Artic Parka. Now it may be third.

@Western-Wild

7 ай бұрын

Glad we could help make the decision for you!

@MrLucrativethought

7 ай бұрын

@@Western-Wild thanks. But jacket looks really good. In a way I still want it lol

Bought a sweater from Fjallraven a few years back. It was the only sweater I had that was done only after a few months. It had holes at the end of the arms near the seams and already small holes at the elbow area even though I seldomly sat down and rubbed it against a table or something. I will NEVER buy Fjallraven products again. Overpriced garbage.

Torn between the Nuuk and the singi. Ahhhh what do I do

@Western-Wild

Жыл бұрын

The Singi offers heavier insulation so it will be warmer… but it is only water/wind resistant vs the Nuuk which is advertised as water/wind proof. We went with the Nuuk since the snow where we live tends to be wetter and wind is a major factor, but for colder/drier environments the Singi would be the way to go. Hope that helps!

@325iaddict

Жыл бұрын

Go for a completely different parka, which offers the benefits of both: down fill AND waterproofness. There are just a few of those parkas around unfortunately, and many of them are very expensive. The best all-round option at this moment, after Bergans dicontinued their excellent Lava down parka, with great value for money, is the The North Face "McMurdo". AVOID the McMurdo2!! This one completely misses any kind of drawcords whatsoever, making it a droughty parka. If you can shed out a lot of money, you will not be disappointed by one of the many different down parkas by Nobis either. But these easily cost twice as much as the McMurdo. I have the Nobis Cartel short jacket, and it has become one of my absolute favorites - and I can choose from over 50 BRANDS of down jackets alone, every day, many brands I have several different models from... so, if out of that large bunch of jackets and parkas one is my absolute favorite... that says something about how good it actually is. Oh, before I forget to tell: forget completely about Canada Goose. These are - despite their very high price - NOT waterproof!! I can know this, with a total of 5 different Canada Goose down jackets and -parkas in my collection. I only have them because I have waterproof jackets and parkas also - their fit and model is really good. But if you want to buy just ONE "fit for all purposes" parka (as especially most MEN seem to want) then Canada Goose must be ruled out.

@scrapper276

8 ай бұрын

Would this be a good coat for the Great Lakes region?It is a damp, wet,windy,and a humid cold.We also get a lot of wet lake effect snow along with sleet,cold rain,freezing rain,rain snow mix along with a mix of ice in our precipitation.It also can snow really hard here with blizzards.

@aaronpearce2700

8 ай бұрын

@@scrapper276 I bought both. Tried them on and ended up keeping the singi and returning the nuuk. Both would be really good options for any cold but the Nuuk is more like a snowboard jacket whereas the singi is more of a stylish jacket parka style. It’s great at the ski hill in all kinds of weather.

its pronounced "Nuuk"

@Western-Wild

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for clarifying!

The music is horrible, and unnecessary.

@Western-Wild

7 ай бұрын

Went to your channel to see if we could learn about editing but didn't find any videos. Perhaps instead of spending your time making comments like this you could create some content of your own to show the rest of us how it is done.