The Best
Coats for
Braving
Winter’s
Cold
B
IG OL’ PUFFIES ARE GREAT FOR STAYING WARM, BUT SHEDDING
their bulk frees you up to actually do things. That’s why many of the
latest jackets are slimmed down, some with the help of next-level syn-
thetic insulations that mimic the structure (and attempt to match
the warmth) of down. Our list of this year’s best winter coats includes
options so you can stay toasty while at the job site, carving lines on the
slopes, or running to town for supplies.
To find the best performers, we considered price, insulating abilit y, comfort,
and style. Our test editors wore more than a dozen coats to assess the fit, feel, and
performance of each. We also did a warmth-comparison test, during which our
editors sat or walked outside for an hour while wearing the coats on cold, windy
days with temperatures hovering around freezing. Then we gave each coat a
rating—warm, warmer, or warmest. After our thorough evaluations, we’re cer-
tain there’s a jacket here that will meet your needs.76 November/December 2020
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// BY ADRIENNE DONICA //PHOTOGRAPH BY TREVOR RAAB