Columbia Mens Arch Rock Double Wall Elite Jacket & Facet 75 Alpha Hiking Shoes Review

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Columbia Mens Arch Rock Double Wall Elite Jacket & Facet 75 Alpha Hiking Shoes Review
In this video, I share my thoughts on the Arch Rock Double Wall Elite jacket and Facet 75 Alpha hiking shoes by Columbia. I love outdoor gear and equipment and if the items are something I would use or wear myself (and I'm at liberty to say exactly what I think about them), I'm happy to test and review the items and let you know what I think.
The Arch Rock jacket is nice and light - it's minimal in terms of features and is designed to keep you nice and warm whilst still being lightweight and packable. It employs some clever technology called 'Omni-Heat Infinity' which is a printed series of metallic gold dots which line the inner of the jacket, along with being printed on the reverse of the outer fabric - these work to reflect heat back toward your body whilst the synthetic insulation does a good job at keeping that heat inside!
I've used this for around two weeks now - it works well, is put together very well and I will be using it on future camps!
PRO's = Very warm, packable, lightweight, good value for money, large hood can fit over a hat or helmet
CONS = Hood and cuffs are not adjustable, but have elastic hems / trim, breast pocket not large enough for a map
LINK (NOT AFFILIATE)
www.columbiasportswear.co.uk/...
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The Facet 75 Alpha hiking shoes are a lightweight (340g UK 8) hiking shoe..... they are NOT hiking boots - rather more suited for less technical trail and longer flat hikes. They offer superb comfort out of the box and felt like I was wearing slippers - the midsole is extremely well cushioned and irons out the impact of foot placement. The grip is good and the shoes are fully waterproof. They have a handy lacing system which locks easily with the toggle. They are well put together and not like anything I have ever used for hiking before.
PRO's = Extremely comfortable out of the box, fully waterproof, lightweight with good grip
CONS = These are not designed as or to replace hiking boots, so offer little ankle support - they are suited to less demanding terrain
LINK (NOT AFFILIATE)
www.columbiasportswear.co.uk/...
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I hope you've found my review of these items useful; if review videos aren't your thing - please just skip this one and I'll see you on the next wild camp soon :-)
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24 ноя 2023

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** If you would like to support MCM Outdoors - you can buy me a coffee (or a beer) using the link below; everything goes back into making more content **

@AntSurviveTheNight

The coat fits in very well with the autumn colours mate. From the top review I'm very confident it's a warm jacket on a cold bright day. I'm with you on how they have changed over the years from massive padding to near next to nothing.

@joehusband8479

Quality reviews as always Chris 👌I think the reviews are great mate; they give people a chance to see kit in action with honest thoughts of how they performed 👍

@kyttraus

Thanks! Good review!

@BiznessWizard

Chris, thanks for the very nice honest reviews of these two Columbia products. That is some interesting fabric used on the coat. Had to go looking for this video. FB has been very negligent with telling me when my subscribed to channels have a new upload as of late. Oh well. Cheers, and have a wonderful coming week.

@benny_mc

Great review Chris 👍 Lovely day for it as well!

@thasrey5001

Great review of the jacket I’ve watched this video lota times I finally get the same jacket

@pauldavidmurray6531

Many thanks for the video hope you have a great weekend.

@Jesuiswoody

I love the jacket, but why the hell did they not put a good waterproof technology in it ?? It s only noted as water resistant ? So if it really rains you just get wet

@janeevans4758

Hey hey...Great reviews 👌.

@andrewstennett3186

I like a good honest review from somebody in the field and look forward to seeing them in future videos aswell. Thats a great looking coat and the thermal properties look very mash get smash but as you say, work well. Good honest on modifications as well. Shoes, i would use for walking the hound etc but wouldnt use for fell walking like as you say, ankles need support. Thanks for your good honest review. Take care Chris.

@wdcsucks1

The jacket turned inside out i think Ali G would have liked it ;-)

@EventyrsorenDenmark

Looks really good 😊

@ajcoops5919

Great review pal

@bethm629

You definitely are very lucky to live here! The English country side is absolutely spectacular. Nice review too pointed out what you need to know

@AlanMETALMAN

The technology sounds very good and with the reflective ability you would think you would not need to be layering up too much which can be restricting, so if it works, brilliant, as the Michelin Man look is not good. Price seems comparable to some of the branded Down jackets, unsure how rugged it would be on a scrabble. With my big head the hood would be no problem for me and I always love zipped pockets. To be honest, not sure at all about the shoes but I do prefer boots for any type of hiking, low or high, for the durability, additional support and security. I enjoy good reviews but sometime will miss them if I am on a timescale, cheers Alan