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Being a scout leader in Romania, Decathlon has been a blessing because before the arrival of Decathlon kids would buy equipment from general stores and had a lot of issues with their tents, backpacks, boots and so on. Decathlon items are reliable enough and cheap enough so the kids parents buy them proper equipment which was difficult before. Some of their products are quite heavy and lack some features, but they tend to be better and better with time. The FORCLAZ/TREK line is quite impressive to be honest and also the alpinism oriented subbrand - Simond has some great gear that also works for backpacking

"They're really mitts but they call them over gloves for some reason." "So I'll throw these on over my gloves." Thanks Justin.

I'm glad to see someone outside of Europe reviewing Decathlon products. Decathlon is huge in France (and Europe) and they have a great reputation, from professionals to amateurs. They cover all sports, if you think the hiking gear is good, you should definitely check other stuff they have

We in the UK have had the privilege of using Decathlon gear for over a decade, has proved to be excellent, being a French company I can see why they’ve expanded into Canada, highly rated😃👍

decathlon is huge, i am like a kid going to toys"r"us there

Been buying gear for years at Decathlon, they're really well known throughout Europe.

Hi Justin, I agree with you regarding Decathlon. I have been using Decathlon clothing and camping gear in the UK for a long time. They are a major retailer over here in the UK. I have tested some of their products such as the Down 100 Jacket , inflatable sleeping mattress, waterproof jacket and hiking trousers whilst wild camping. All performed really well. You do not have to pay huge amounts of money and their products are equal if not better than the well known premium brands. Thanks for the video. 👍

First Decathlon I walked into (in Italy) I was blown away by the price and quality. Glad they made it this side of the pond, I'm going to their site now!

Good to know, It's difficult and very time consuming to find quality affordable gear but as Justin has demonstrated it is there to be found if you have the time or as I did came across this man on youtube. Good to see reviews you can trust, increasingly difficult these days, Keep it real Justin, your doing a great job.

Another great video, thanks. I have been using Decathlon here in the UK for over 10 years and really like their gear.I have, or have had, base layers, t shirts, shorts, trousers, fleeces and jackets, shoes and boots and everything is incredibly good value but now watching your two videos I may be adding to my Decathlon kit list!

Another awesome video ! I definitely like the way you reviewed each item. Explaining why you use them goes a long ways in helping me make decisions on my future gear purchases. As always thank for taking the time to do your reviews and I look forward to your next video! Rick from Virginia

Thanks Justin. I will keep this company in mind when I get time to hike more. The gear looks affordable and we'll made. I saw you on the backpacking podcast.

Thanks for introducing this brand!!! Normally budget brands are hit and miss, unreliable, etc., but Decathlon seems like the exception!! I’m stoked to have found this

Great video. Long time Decathlon fan here. I've been using most of the gear on your list for a while already. Down jacket: Been using this one for years on my hikes at camp or at higher altitude when it gets cold. Also in winter when there is no precipitation as outer layer at the peak. Overgloves: mandatory on many trail races, and they are really great. They always go in my pack when some rain is expected and help with additional warmth in windy conditions. Fleece Gloves: Ultra light, very cheap and very comfy. I bring these also on my trail runs Merino T-shirt: I have the long sleeve version. On a very windy cloudy trip in the mountains I was surprised by this shirt. Almost kept me warm the entire day without overheating. Also great as a base layer during the night. I would say you can feel a little bit of an itch, but it's not very noticeable Merino Hat: Like this one really a lot under my helmet when skiing. However since it's a one size only, don't get it if you have a big head > 58cm. Grid Fleece: Very light and soft and comfy and breathable, also looks great imo in other colors than black. Gloves: These are fine for most temperatures above 5-10 degrees C, however for colder conditions you need the over gloves or thicker ones. Decathlon is active in Europe for a very long time already and their prices have gone up considerably since they started, sometimes even approaching the premium brands with discount. But on the other hand they also have increased the quality and range of the products a lot. Here in Romania you see everyone on the mountain with their stuff. I'd only say that their sleep equipment is a bit too heavy. They don't really have a lightweight inflatable mattresses and their tents are a bit on the heavy side but good quality. Related to the foam mattrass they now have a Thermarest Z-lite knock off which in my opinion is even better (wider, lighter and 1/3rd of the price). Also I can recommend their budget 2 person tent. In Europe it's only about 25 euros and I used it at altitude in many stormy nights and it held up perfectly. Can't beat it for the price, though it's a bit heavy at 2Kg.

I purchased the MEN’S SYNTHETIC MOUNTAIN TREKKING PADDED JACKET - MT100 HOODED -5°C £25 $30 less expensive and 80g heavier For me synthetic is the only way to go in English wet/cold climate And for long expeditions in sub-zero dry/cold, I also prefer synthetic, as your jacket gets damp from body perspiration, and after a few days down begins to clump and loose loft I am very pleased with the performance of this jacket I obviously would recommend this jacket better than the down

Used to be wary of Decathlon, but I’m slowly changing my mind. Got their Trek900 hiking trousers, the waterproof over gloves (which I really rate), some trekking poles; my children have the hiking gloves (like yours) and I’m considering buying myself a pair, plus liner gloves, and also the merino hat and some short sleeve merino tops like the one you’re wearing. We also have some of their water gear and no complaints here either. Their waterproof over trousers look great, and their equivalent of your OR ski trousers look decent too. Hell, even their hiking boots and 50-litre plus backpacks, and I’m likely to buy their one person tent at 1.2kgs for under a hundred quid... If I have to kit out any relative to drag them along on a hike/camp I will probably buy them decathlon kit

Decathlon are a fabulous company and having been buying there whenever I visit France for the last 10 years or more. We don't have a store here in Ireland yet....but will soon. Their camping pillow may be of interest to you after your great reviews of camping pillows.

I have been buying Decathlon gear for years now and have found it generally very good. I’ve bought jackets, fleeces, gloves and other accessories from them. The only down side is, that stuff sells out quick (for obvious reasons) and you can’t always find what you want, so multiple visits are often needed. But having said that, the savings over the Big Name brands (which have massive profit margins) are really good.

Justin Outdoors , you have went above & beyond :-) * Thank you so much for sharing*

I live in Italy and buy Decathlon for most of my outdoor activities. From hiking to biking ti skiing and snowshoeing. It has Just the perfect price/performance ratio

These prices are insane. Thank you, I’ll give them a look

I bought the Trek 100 down jacket thanx to your reviews and I love it. Big thanx for saving me a lot of money and getting a great jacket. 🙌🏻

the backpacks are awesome, every mountaineer in france uses them.Same here in belgium

Nice video, decathlon is by far my favorite store, I used the foam mattress a lot throughout Iceland and the long sleeve version of the merino shirt is my go to base layer! And for warmer weather they have awesome hiking shorts, really light and quick drying (mh100 shorts)

I picked up the Trek 100 Jacket after watching your first Trek 100 video. Very comparable to much higher priced options. Thank you!

I'm known as "Decathlon boy", in my job. I hike and camp a lot and 90% of my gear, including underwear, comes from Decathlon.

About time, one of those videos that you are not scared to have a look at the price of an item. I have used Decathlon items for years and as a Thru Hiker and never had an issue.

Thanks for the information I use Decathlon but to be honest I don’t look around enough, I generally go in for what I need but now I’m going to have a good look round as you’ve given me some great ideas many thanks Jeff (uk)

As an American living in France, Decathlon is my playground. I love going there. Also since they've expanded into North America, they've been coming out with good quality/low price ultralight gear. They have just come out with a 1-person tent 1,3 kg for 130€. I don't know what that is in dollars but it's pretty cheap. Plus Decathlon has a year guarantee with all its products.

I have the same hat and base layer! Both great purchasers! Some other gear I have and have really enjoyed throughout the years are: - LOWA Renegade GTX hiking boots - Forclaz Trek 900 rucksack - FH500 fast hiking shoes And a number of leggings and socks.

Decided to buy a few things at decathlon during Boxing Day. Was amazed at the quality of the trek 100 down jacket, their m900 merino liner jacket, waterproof Mits and their sunglasses. Will treat the jacket with nikwax soon!

WoW! The fleece glove pricing is unbelievable! And really like the look of the T-shirt.

Yes Thanks to you I ordered the Decathlon down jacket after watching your review. The only complaint I have about this company is a lot of items I want is not in stock. An example is the merino wool hat that has been out of stock for many months. They also don't have a lot of sizes and I take a medium but their stock levels are not good here in Canada Sheila

been using decathlon for 10 years now never disappoints they have a range from basic to top of the line the forclaz line is premium

Great video Justin! Any recommendation on Decathlon hiking pants. Saw you were wearing a pair of gray/orange hiking pants. Decathlon? Thanks for your time.

Thanks for the recommendations! I have the same merino wool t-shirt from them, my first merino product and it truly is great stuff! (and at an amazing price tbh) Products which I'd mention: Forclaz MT100 70L trekking backpack, SH-100 X-Warm boots, SH-100 X-Warm jacket.

Interesting video, cheers. I have been using Decathlon, here the UK, for about 10 years and am really impressed with their walking gear. Great quality at very reasonable, affordable prices. As a price comparison the Down 100 jacket is £39 (about 49 USD)

You have me wanting the jacket.

Nice vid! It’s looking like ima have 2 jackets 🧥 plus additional items fir the price of 1 other jacket I was looking at 😆 my research has been for only 8 hours! Thanks Justin!

The down jacket is truly phenomenal value...

Decathlon is superior to other popular sport markets. The best thing about them is that they divide their shops into a sport categories and have products designed directly to that sport, not just "multipurpose general use products" which are the best for everything and nothing. Mostly because this company and their exellent products I started to collect my trekking andf hiking gear and go on the trips. btw, these TREK500 gloves are my all-time favorite product. During cold days, I use them like the second skin, not taking off for hours even during driving my car or doing different things. Just awesome.

That down jacket isn't infamous--it's famous!

I have tried some of their gear out of curiosity - Their shipping can be pricey so catch a deal there if you can. All of their Euro sizes run quite small. I had an XL Merino/Synthetic sweater, My M sized GF took it over because it was just that small. Also some of the base layers I have, have not shown well after maybe a handful of washings. So durability may be an issue. Also got the 2 second tent, again just to try and have an extra tent as we hammock camp a lot. My 5'7" son had to sleep corner to corner in it - it is quite short. So just be aware. He has had much better luck than I have...

Tks, Justin! don't be sorry, here in Europe we buy in Decathlon for the last 20 years ;) most of it decent products, a bit on the heavier side but in recent years they started paying attention to lowering weight

Awesome video, love the content. You mentioned the price of all of the gloves and how light they were, but could you post the weights of them? Some weights are not available on the website. Very helpful stuff, Thanks!!!

Thank you for this video 👍

Hi Justin! Thanks for the video! I love Decathlon products. I successfully thru hiked the PCT last year. 90% of my clothes were from Decathlon. ALL of them are still wearable. Probably the best products for me were 2 pairs of running underwear, each for 3 dollars! Not a single hole after 4300 kilometers! I mean how crazy is that???!!!

Justin is so inspiring! I love your channel! I started my own RU-vid channel!

Hey, just stumbled across your channel and subscribed. Love the video, the details and links too. Can you please do a review on decent day bags and back packs from Decathlon. Thanks

Been hearing about these guys for a while, glad to know they're legit!

Just got a decathalon backpack that seems incredible for the price. Big fan so far.

Just found your channel liked and subscribed thanks for the review.

Another store that has great prices on gear is Mountain Warehouse...not to be confused with Mountain Equipment or MEC. Mountain Warehouse came to Canada two or three years ago and I think it’s a company based out of the UK. I’ve bought some great clothing at fab prices and I use some of it ice climbing because I won’t worry so much about tears since the gear did not cost too much.

Nice video man, thanks. The cool shades you wearing also from Decathlon?

Wonderful! I'm going shopping! 😁 Thanks Justin...and I love your pooch (um, just dont tell Wanda or Matty...lol) 🤣

Ow ow ow!! Definitely should have kept that groovy music going when you were showing off those armpits 🤤😂 Great video man! I really gotta get me some of that decathlon wear! I just found the merino wool long sleeve shirts at Costco for like $20 (if my memory serves me right), wearing it now actually! Keep it up bud! Keep moving forward!

Hello! What size is the merino t-shirt you’re wearing and what are your dimensions if you don’t mind.Thanks! Lots of great info!

Amazing Great budget to keep warm Big Win for us all can't afford High End Brands

Justin, Thanks for saving me so much money. I am outfitting my family and your videos are very helpful. Is there a budget ultralight rain jacket you recommend? The Men's Country Walking Waterproof Rain Jacket Raincut NH100 is very light, but gets bad reviews. We live in Santa Barbara and it never rains in California. It pours, man, it pours.

Great review and suggestions. ✌️

The trek100 is really expensive where you live. I just bought it here in Europe for €39.99 and it was not on sale. Decathlon in overall is awesome to buy gear.

Thanks for review, I was eyeing merino stuff in their shop, but was skeptical because of cheaper chain..

Were all 3 gloves the same size, or did you go up a size for the soft shell and over glove? Thanks!

I’m looking for a work jacket for winter kinda like the Trek 100 down but with some material like Ripstop or strong enough on the outer shell and possibly waterproof. Any ideas ? TY

Just got the Trek 100 down jacket for an AT thru this year, I must have just beat the price increase as it was $65. Seems really nice but haven't really used it yet.

Great review.. I love Decathlon gear.... I need to get the down jacket... Can I ask what your cheat size is please.. I only want the jacket to wear over a base layer..... Stay safe and Enjoy the great outdoors....

Hey Justin thanks for another great video! heads up, your coupon code for decathlon doesnt seem to work anymore. Used it last week successfully, just placed an order last night and said code was not valid.

I used a well known brand puffy jacket as it was super small and light and packed down really well £200. I also bought a decathlon puffy £40 and guess what. It was fine and packed down small but not as small as the £200 one. It was warmer though.

My patagucci merino beany is itchy every time I put it on. I got to try Decathlon's out.

Sleeping pad is listed under "Backpacking Foam Mattress Arpenaz M200" vs. M100 if you are looking for it direct.

Did you look at any of the other trek jackets like the 500 or 900? They are list the same temp rating but vary in prices On a side note thanks for the pack help been using the new 2020 REI Flash 55. Love it. Just wish the side pockets were a tad wider. But love the water bottle pockets and it carries weight awesome

Hey bud. Would you still recommend that wee foam mattress? I see decathlon have a few similar foam/folding mattresses for sale but more expensive. Would primarily be used for protecting my air mattress and adding a bit of r value. I also ask because we probably live in similar climates you being in Canada and me in northern Sweden

Hey Justin, how are you getting the product to be delivered out west? I only see stores in Ontario and Quebec and they don't ship...

I live in France and buy Decathlon stuff for years. I'd say they improved their quality a lot when it comes to trekking gear. There are some more efficient, light and fancy high-end items but bang for the buck is really good indeed (on another hand I often look for example at REI items thinking "too bad they don't sell them here" ;) ). One thing I'd like to ask to you is : did you check the Forclaz down jacket's weight by yourself?

For those of you who have used Decathalon; would you say quality is on par or perhaps above MEC or REI branded gear? Thanks

Hi Justin, the content in your channel is so great I had to subscribe. I'm interested in purchasing the Trek 500 Over-Gloves (mitts) you show in your video, but I'm dubious about how to size them. Two questions: 1) What glove size do you usually wear for softshell gloves like the green Trek 500 MTN you show previously in the video? 2) What size of Trek 500 Over-Gloves did you got to wear over these soft shell gloves? I usually wear size 8 gloves (which sometimes is an M and sometimes is between S and M) for a sizing that allows some degree of outdoor dexterity. It seems like that's how you sized the green soft shell gloves in your video. I want to use the Over-Gloves (similarly as you) to put over soft shell gloves when the weather turns sour, but I don't want a very big fit. As these mittens come in XS/S and M/L sizes, I want to make sure my hands will not swim in the M/L. And if that is the case, then the XS/S might be more appropriate. Sorry for the long post and many thanks for your feedback.

Really enjoy your videos. I have a question regarding delivery to Alberta. On the Canadian Decathlon site, I was informed that they don't deliver outside of Quebec and Ontario. Do you order your gear from the US Decathlon site? Thanks, keep the videos coming.

I think the merino wool T is $40 singapore dollars in my country. Cheaper i meant. Many of their products are value for money! Great place to buy decent sport products for beginners!

Nice video dude. The product I look to get is the daypack it is only €2 euro or $2.50 and weights only 48 grams

I really appreciate you exposing me to Decathlon gear. I def enjoy their gear and price points. I especially love my Down jacket, def my favorite purchase so far. I now want to get one for my wife, does the discount code not work anymore?

Great reviews! Thank you

Are those waterproof trek 500 mitten shell gloves also breathable? I like that it has grip but only one layer not a lot of info. Between the rei GTX minimalist rain mitten.... More layers. More weight but no grip... More durable/better breathing? More than twic the price. Not sure what to get if it is breathable and seems ok on durability and grips are nice please let me know. I already screwed up getting Montbell wind mitts...

Decathlon offers decent value for money. I wished the website filtering was better. There is too many little categories for staff like camping, so need to use multiple tabs. Finally they opened a store in Japan and I’ve already seen few things I’m interested in for car camping.

Nice Video, I live in Germany and I buy all of this products and are very Happy

Eh Justin. Thanks for the reviews here. Is your down jacket L or XL? Just checking as in the description above says XL but your first review you mentioned it was it was a large? Also, do you know do they not ship outside of QC and ON in Canada? It looks that way, but cant find out if that's just a temp covid thing, or not?

Brilliant! Thank you :-)

Nice vid again!!!!

Awesome video! Do you have any picks for a rain jacket? I have my eye on the Decathlon Qechua MH100 (black). I have been looking for a rain jacket I could wear anywhere just like a regular jacket. Some can be kinda ridiculously looking haha. Maybe on a future video ;D Also check out the North Face Millerton Windbreaker Jacket and tell me what you think! Thanks and keep going!

Decathlon has some excellent products on a budget! I've got some handy camp towels from Decathlon which do their job, and cost just a fraction of the fancy camp towels. Personally not sure about their down, i haven't been able to find out where they source their down from, which plays a big part for me in getting gear or not. It might be perfectly fine but i can't seem to find much or anything about it. I also have a Quechua Inflatable camp pillow (like 160 grams) with padding on top, kind of has that cotton ''real pillow'' feel yet is inflatable and packs down to almost nothing. Been using this one for a long time :) I even wash the cover from time to time so it smells like home haha I just noticed i hadn't subbed to your channel yet, love your videos Justin :)

I believe the word you're looking for is risque, not risky lol.. Thanks for the review

TREK 500 -10°C is just a bit more money. Double the down, but no hud? Anyone recommend it?

How big are your hands and what size you use for the over-gloves?

Hello Justin,when it comes to Decathlon there no other company that got better value/cost ratio. I have about 10 products from them and all are great except maybe shorts. You right they tend to raise prices on popular products here in europe too plus they change/improve product lines quite often,so if you like that Trek 100 DJ bether stock up ;) Just today i got Men's Sleeveless mountain trekking gilet | TREK 100 DOWN and oh boy is great i recommend checking out even if you are not a fan of vests. Well sry for me english,greetings from Poland,and subscribed. I am waiting for more decathlon product reviews ;)

Hey there, great to see someone trying out budget, quality companies! Do you have any recommendations about wateproof/water-resistant pants from Decathlon? Keep up the good work!

Wow the price car in the us are crazy. That jacket cost under $50 in the uk

Really cool video!

The one year no-questions-asked warranty seems to not apply to all products (ex: kids MH T140 sunglasses) so don't get your hopes up about customer service always being so amazing.

Hey Justin, how are you getting Decathlon gear in Calgary? They don't ship to Alberta. Thanks

Unfortunately Decathlon doesn’t have any polartec Alpha gear. Also for example it’s missing a common size in running vests. It makes XS-S and M-L, No S-M.