Travel Shell Parka V.3 / Orange x Light Beige

AVAILABLE SEPTEMBER 12

The Travel Shell Parka was the very first item we made for Battenwear and it stands for everything we set out to accomplish by launching the brand. It’s a jacket that’s perfect for hiking but also stylish enough to wear to a bar after the hike (which means you have one less jacket to pack for your next trip). It has excellent construction details to help protect from the weather and allow for greater movement of the wearer. It has clever pockets that will store all the components you need for your next adventure. And it’s made in a fabric that has a prime position in the rich history of outdoor clothing, feels great on, and provides excellent wind- and water- resistance.

Fabric note: This is a Japanese milled 60/40 which means its substantial in quality but comfortably light for the warmth it provides. We like 60/40 because it is designed to rely on thread composition (rather than chemical coating, etc) for its wind- and water- resistance.

FIT:

• V3 is significantly updated in shape from V2 (FW14-FW24). In particular, we expanded the arm holes and gave the body and sleeves a contemporary roominess. 

DETAIL HIGHLIGHTS:

Hood: The hood is designed with three panels to best fit the curve of the head. At the front, there is a slight brim to shield the wearer’s eyes from rain. The hood can be adjusted loose or tight around the face via the drawstring. We use a leather stopper on the hood drawstring—we prefer leather to plastic because it ages well and compliments the fabric. 

Chin flap: The flap underneath the zipper at the neck is there to protect the sensitive skin at and under your chin from the teeth of the zipper.

Map Pocket on Back: The map pocket on the back of the Travel Shell Parka is a traditional carry over from vintage mountain parkas. Before GPS and cell phones, everyone used to hike with paper maps, and would tuck them into this back pocket for relatively easy access . . . while also allowing the map to serve as added insulation during chilly hikes. We don’t have as many paper maps in our lives as we’d like but we often use this pocket when bringing a newspaper to read on the subway.

Chest Pocket: The angle zip chest pocket is positioned to allow easy access to valuables or things you wish to keep handy without having to open up your jacket and allow in the cold.

Other body-front pockets: The three snap flap pockets on the front of the Travel Shell Parka are designed with a three dimensionality to allow as much cargo as possible.  At the waist, the pockets' back side opens up so that you can tuck your hands. We love hand pockets.

Interior pockets: The two interior pockets are the best place to put valuables like your passport or wallet. They have snap closure flaps to keep cargo in place when you take your Parka off.

Pleated elbows: We added pleats at the elbows to allow for greater articulation of arm movement. A small but major detail in the comfort of the Parka.

Two Way Zipper: We use 2-way zippers in as many of our jackets as possible because we like how you can open the jacket from the bottom to access your belt or shirt or the interior pockets without letting a lot of cold air in. YKK is the best zipper, so that’s what we use.

Waist adjusting draw cord: This draw cord at the waist provides the ability to tighten and change the look of the jacket depending on your needs and how much/little you are planning to layer under it. 

Fabric  60/40 (Shell & Lining)

Contents  60% Polyester / 40% Cotton (Shell & Lining)

Made in Japan

Click here for sizing guide.

Logan is 6'1"(185.4cm), 165lb, and is wearing a medium.