The FORLOH Expedition Series Parka steps up as the 100% U.S.-sourced answer to the parkas of the north.
When it comes to American-made outdoor products, FORLOH is going all out. The Expedition Series Parka is no exception. The company prides itself on being “All-American,” and so far, it seems to have stood up to the challenge. It isn’t easy to source and produce everything domestically — and it certainly isn’t the cheap way to do it.
If you’ve ever searched for a parka for extreme outdoor conditions, up to this point, you’ve likely been directed toward a Canadian or Nordic-made product. Your options have now come stateside.
But does this new extreme jacket live up to the long-established competition to the north?
In short: I was initially skeptical of this parka, but my skepticism quickly shifted into praise. This hardcore jacket performs, and I was glad to eat some crow. I found myself grateful to have the Expedition Series Parka on my back when temps dropped and the world turned cold.
FORLOH Expedition Series Parka Review
FORLOH Expedition Parka
- $1,195
- Fully Seam Sealed, Waterproof, and Breathable 3-Layer Outer Shell
- 800+ fill U.S. white duck down 90/10 baffle-lined interior
- “Through-and-through” ventilation zipper design for active cooling
- RECCO Search & Rescue Technology
- Zippered (removable) interior powder skirt
- Micro-fit hood adjustment expandable for climbing/ski helmets or snug for beanies
- Roomy exterior hand (2) and interior chest pockets (2)
- 800+ 90/10 Down Insulation sourced from U.S. farms in Indiana and Pennsylvania
- Completely traceable U.S. supply chain and manufacturing
Expedition Series Parka Overview
![FORLOH Expedition Series Parka FORLOH Expedition Series Parka in red worn by model.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.gearjunkie.com/uploads/2023/01/22-FORLOH-Expedition-Red-W-Hood-Glacier.jpg)
The FORLOH Expedition Series Parka Test
![Expedition Parka FORLOH Parka worn by author, sky in background.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.gearjunkie.com/uploads/2022/12/F21A3145-0F21-4244-BD06-A73EC23DD4EF.jpg)
Initial Impressions
In the Field
Fit and Function
RECCO
![FORLOH FORLOH RECCO TECH hood close-up](https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.gearjunkie.com/uploads/2023/01/22-FORLOH-Expedition-Men-SnowFall-CU.jpg)
Final Thoughts
![FORLOH Expedition Parka FORLOH Expedition Parka sleeve while snowmobiling.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.gearjunkie.com/uploads/2022/12/FDCC5F5A-906C-45F1-84C4-3EBE8A2DDA75.jpeg)
Pros
- Insanely warm
- Comfortable, Great fit
- Does what it says it does
Cons
- Expensive (though understandable when considering the domestic sourcing and higher-priced competition)
- Noisy (which no longer feels all that intrusive)
- Might just be too warm for some activities, regardless of outdoor temps