Canada Goose Citadel Parka

Chances are most of you shopping for a new Canada Goose jacket aren't planning to spend 6 months in Antarctica.Many of you (like myself) are simply looking for the best possible coat/parka money can buy that will keep you toasty during a rough cold patch.If that's the case, the Citadel jacket is probably a good bet.There has been mixed opinion from critics about just how good a Canada Goose jacket is when the high price tag is taken into account in relation to other, less-expensive (but still pricey) parkas. I can say that if you simply ignore that debate and have the cash to burn, you can't go wrong with the Citadel parka.In short - the Citadel is a more form-fitting (and slightly less toasty) version of their signature Expedition parka. On CG's heat scale, this parka will technically keep you warm up to -25C. Again, that's less coverage than the Expedition - but that jacket was also designed for scientists who spend half a year working on science projects in Antarctica - not for people who live in New York, Michigan, Maine or Minnesota.Just for comparison purposes I tried both the Citadel and Expedition at my local sporting good shop. I can tell you this.1. Both parkas are ridiculously toasty. I mean if you're indoors, if you have this coat on, anything more than a T-shirt will have you sweating profusely in minutes. When you're outside, both parkas make you feel absolutely fine (unless it's -30C outside, which is more than unlikely 99% of the time). On a day when the wind chill was 9F, I had my Citadel on and I didn't feel a thing (I was wearing a shirt and tie underneath). The Expedition will surely be the same, if not warmer.2. The Citadel is definitely more form-fitting. When you put it on, you don't look like you're wearing a huge tent. Again, if you're going to be hanging out with Polar Bears for months at a time, the Expedition will probably be better and wherever you are you won't really care if you look like the Michelin Man. However, for other folks the slimmer cut of the Citadel is much more appealing.3. Sizing is different for the Citadel vs Expedition. We all know Canada Goose sizes run large but there is a difference between those jackets.For the Citadel I took it one size smaller than my usual size (XL). For the Expedition I had to drop two sizes, and even dropping a third was still tolerable. I'm 6 feet tall with a 34 inch waist. For the Citadel the L was a perfect fit. The M was a bit too tight in the chest area (due to the form fitting nature of the parka). With the Expedition the M size was still pretty big. S felt a bit snug so M was the better option even if it still felt like I was wearing a big warm tent on my body.4. The Citadel has plenty of pockets (like the Expedition) though you can take off the fur lining on the hood of the Citadel (You can't on the Expedition, unless you buy the PBI edition of the Expedition parka, which has that option).In short - if you're looking for the ultimate hardcore cold weather Canada Goose jacket but don't want to look like a huge marshmallow .. the Citadel is your best choice. Again, I emphasize that unless you're going to be working in the Arctic or South Pole, the Citadel will do fine. Frankly if you're prone to getting hot, this parka might be too hot for you. But if you're serious about staying warm and want something that still looks fairly stylish (and money is no object) then this is a great choice.If I had to sum it up, I feel like I'm still in my warm bed when I wear this coat outside. It's pretty cushy and comfy.Think of it this way, this coat is solid (and Canadian made) and will last you like 10 years or more. Think of it as spending 85 bucks a year for 10 years to stay 100% warm and worry-free about any cold blasts that might come your way.

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WOW!!! This is the ultimate parka for the trip to Alaska and the Klondike in the planning. I'll give it a test run in the Sierra Nevada Mountains this coming winter. First thing I did was look for the hologram to insure it was genuine and it was. There are a LOT of counterfeiters -- and no wonder for such an expensive parka. If the Canada Goose parka you are buying is less than $650 to $800 new depending on the model, it is likely a knock-off. Go to Canada Goose's web site and click "counterfeit" at the bottom of the page to see if your seller is a genuine distributor. You can check out their thermal rating system and the different models of parkas and jackets, as well as the available colors. Size was a little large, but putting it on over a T-shirt I expected it to be. Covers to mid-thigh, and plenty of nifty pockets. Quality is superb and Canada Goose's reputation is impeccable and known around the world. In this case, it really is "You get what you pay for." I'm happy!

If you wear S take for this product XS only. It's fit too large.Parka is very warm. Hood with fur just amazing.Velcro, as for me, is not very convenient and practical.Not too match comfortable. Maybe because I got a wrong size.Two and a half months later...Parka gets dirty with time. Silver birch color is not practical.I can't wear my navy wool sport coat with that parka because down and feathers a little stick to them.

This citadel jacket is very warm, I ordered it after trying the expedition jacket. I am a woman, but 6 foot tall and I preferred this style in Men's since it gave me extra length in the arms and also extended coverage in the legs since it's already a longer style of men's jacket by Canada Goose. It was also slimmer it fit and less bulkier looking - I did not feel like the michelin tire man wearing it! In comparing the two styles, I do wish the hood on this one was more like the hood the the expedition - I feel this hood is much floppier in style and you cannot adjust it front to back (you could not on the expedition either) but I think the ruff being removable on the citadel is what makes it floppier. I also found this coat to run a bit large. All that being said, it is a very warm coat, and well constructed!

Im 5'11" 320lbs and this jacket is only slightly snug in the hips, it is not uncomfortable or constricting. It is by far the warmest jacket I've ever worn. Main purpose for purchase was daily commute via Ferry from NJ to NYC. I highly recommend this to any one considering a new winter jacket who lives in an area with harsh winter seasons. It is expensive but the quality is instantly noticed.

Minus: a gate which blows, a little too short cuff, climbs pen (in a jacket for $ 800 !!!)Plus: fits well, many pockets, quite warm,

It is Canada goose product with regular slim fit gives you a super look no bulkiness only only comfort for the cold weather I changed the color now I have in graphite color which is everybodys favorite

auch wenn man sich im Vorfeld Gedanken macht, ob man soviel Geld in die Hand nehmen möchte... die Jacke ist jeden Euro Wert!

I ordered Canada Goose parka from CountryHouseOutdoor(co.uk) via Amazon.de. The delivery via Fedex was very fast, it was in Nordic country 3 days after the order. The parka is an authentic Canada Goose with all proof of authenticity (holograms etc). The jacket is warm and cozy, just perfect for nordic winter.