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Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2025
2 years later and still working great! It's still pretty stiff and kind of loud when you move, but forgivable for the build quality and price point. The hood will cover a helmet no problem.
J&C
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2025
For the money I have to say I am truly impressed. Very water resistant. Comfortable, minor exception being the collar when the hood is stowed. Durable. A bit bulky, but well worth it. This is as good an outer shell as anything I had in 23 years in the military. But keep in mind that it is part of a system. This will keep you warm and dry in wet weather but for snow, you will need to layer it with fleece etc under it according to conditions.Also, this is not for hunting. Might work in a tree stand but it’s noisy going through brush and whips. Don’t stray from wool while on the track.Zippers are stout. Velcro is robust. Closures and pockets are what you would expect although I might want a couple interior pockets.Just a great jacket for moderate weather. Or couple it with smart wool or fleece for extreme weather.Keep it away from embers!!!
Rustic boy
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 30, 2024
Usual Tru Spec quality, I also have one in Drab Olive.
Customer
Reviewed in Canada on October 8, 2024
would buy again, a good jacket
Daniel F M
Reviewed in Mexico on January 26, 2024
Tiene un color muy bonito, buena opción si se consigue con un buen descuento. No apto para climas muy cálidos porque se concentra el vapor corporal.
B
Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2023
I have four of these jackets. One is a medium that I use in warm weather as a rain or foul weather jacket.I have one that I use as an overcoat for dual sport motorcycle riding while it is either raining or when it is very cold out. I got a spare one as an anniversary present as the first one I had ever gotten is now over 5 years old so my wife got me a new one even though the old one still works quite well. They are both 2XL so they fit over a 12V heated Tourmaster synergy pro jacket, an insulated motorcycle shell, sometimes a Leatt 6.5 Pro chest protector and then the Tru Spec jacket.Finally, I use another 2XL as an overcoat over my heavy insulated snowmobile jackets during snowmobile or ski season as neither the wind nor the snow, nor the rain, will get through the coat. All the pockets are fantastic as are the massive underarm vents for any time temps rise and I don't have the time or ability to remove the jacket and carry it around while traveling or playing.My wife and both kids each have a jacket as well. I also have two pairs of the matching pants as they are just so durable and waterproof/windproof.
Red Rabbit
Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2023
Great jacket for the price. This is just a shell, it's not lined in anyway. It is definitely waterproof and has some great design features like under arm zippers to ventilate if you get too hot. Lots of pockets for stuff and a stow away hood. You can buy a fleece lining that attaches by snap studs and a front zipper which turns this shell into a warm coat, I've done this and the fleece which is around $45 works fine. I'm 6ft 2, weigh179 lb and have a 34' waist. I purchased the Large/Long.
rick
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2023
Excellent rain protection, but a little bit pricey for just a shell. My main complaint is with the tight fit between the outer shoulder and the neck. I’m not a big or muscular guy so for a “parka” this jacket just shouldn’t be tight in this area. Also, the cut is a little bit too big from the belly to the bottom of the jacket to the point that it looks like a poor fit unless you tighten the drawstring, which was meant to keep cold air out. The other issue for me personally is that I had to order one size up, otherwise the sleeves are too short when extending my arms forward.The good things I like about this jacket are the toughness of the material and overall excellent build quality, with one exception being the snap that is meant for attaching the fleece jacket/liner ( which I bought separately) at the back, just below the collar that just doesn’t work. I tried to snap them together with all the strength in my hands, but couldn’t do it.Maybe I’ll try using a pair of pliers later.
Rallyguy
Reviewed in Canada on September 20, 2021
EDITED AFTER FIELD TEST: Increased rating by one star.Note, this is the outermost layer of a “system”, so civilians not familiar with the ECWCS might be disappointed. It has little, to no insulation value, but is wind and rainproof. You must layer it with base and/or insulation layers for warmth.As others have noted, the collar is quite large to accommodate the substantial hood. With the hood rolled into the collar, the collar is quite bulky and stiff.It is somewhat noisy. With Velcro closures and a plasticky (nylon) material, it’s a noisy garment. If extreme, close range stealth is a requirement, this may betray your location. However, in a field test last night in light rain - it was not as noisy as I'd feared.It is bulky. It was very warm last night - and I took this in my pack instead of my usual poncho. It took up most of my ruck space whereas my poncho consumes less than half the volume. However - it is a structured garment that will provide radically better protection than a poncho in cold weather.It is heavier than a poncho - 1035 grams vs 788g for a standard waterproof poncho.The inner layer is gray/blue which may be an issue for some. I’d prefer it be one of the marpat colours.It is not/cannot be true USMC MARPAT, no logo in pattern. But the pattern appears to be a near perfect copy.Mine is branded, in OD green thread, very sublty on the back, below the collar. This may or may not be a problem. It is very subtle and hardly noticeable. This may be an intentional tactic to distinguish the garment from issued Gen II ECWCS shells.It is nylon, so will be very vulnerable to sparks, embers, hot surfaces, barrels etc. Use with caution.Mine is XL-R, and is very roomy, I am 5’10 and 200 lbs, and fit. (VO2 max = 48). I can layer a lot under it. It works properly with rucks and tact vests.Not having yet tested in this in its intended environment, I can't say how well it will work in the cold - but I suspect I'll be appreciating it's bulk and substantial construction when the weather gets really nasty.Recommend if it fits your requirements.
Phil. U
Reviewed in France on January 30, 2020
Produit conforme à la description initiale sur le site du fournisseur.Très bonne qualité du vélément.Néanmoins difficultés à sélectionner la veste polaire associée et vendue indépendamment par Amazon.
Jai
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2016
4 stars for fait attempt at tru spec version of Gortex. Has all the zippers and pockets in right places, waterproof and lighter and slightly thinner than original (1st generation) Gore tex parka issued by US Army. This Parka top however, is quite a bit larger than needed for multiple layering to be worn underneath, and its hood is so large that even with a Kevlar helmet, its still too large such that it drapes over face obstructing frontal view. In terms of oversizing, thats not such a deal breaker so this jacket will be retained. If purchasing the trouser version, it made no sense that tru spec would size it too small, preventing its use as an outer layer because putting on silkies and fleece trousers would make it too tight. Overall, im quite disppointed with this tru spec for said charactaristics. Furthermore, this top, although taped at seams, has no full liner underneath. This liner helps to creat a slippery layer which enhances ease of movement and also serves to peotect the taped seams. As i see it. If one is carrying a heavy load like a Ranger Ruck, those taped seams will separate. You see, the original USGI goretex came with a fill liner and mine is still holding up well, and has endured multiple deployements as an Infantry officer. Overall, i believe that for this product, it is overpriced and a better alternative is to purchase original is sue goretex, gen 1-gen3. Im returning the bottom and i would do same for top had return window were still available.
Mudhole
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2015
So I picked up the tan Tru-Spec parka this past weekend, and I love it. It’s about half the packing size and less weight of a similar jacket I had, but it’s a great weight and size for above freezing temps. Totally waterproof, hood rolls up into the collar, and it has pockets everywhere. Nice goretex-type material for durability and weather resistance. Rolled up into a nice compact size and fit in my 72 hour pack perfectly without sacrificing much space. I like the parka length because even the regular length went below my beltline. That with my rain pants should be a good combo, and with a pullover layer on underneath, I would sleep in it. It’s not insulated with padding, but it has a reflective layer inside. Good mobility in it, and it was plenty warm with just a t-shirt on but light enough that I won’t sweat in it. A t shirt, pullover jacket, and this jacket over that would be a great light winter setup for staying plenty warm and dry.
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