Customer Reviews Columbia Barlow Pass 550 TurboDown™ Jacket

Quality coat throughout with many subtle, stylish details. Includes fabulously roomy pockets in front that don't stand out, and zippered pocket at breast inside coat. Has my preferred length in the back. I have been looking for a warm coat for three years that matched my style preferences. Finally found. I chose the pond-colored version per my ususal preferences, but almost chose Columbia's muted chalk color after trying on another coat at store. It's actually a very cool-looking color when wearing. I spent a lot of time figuring out if I should choose a medium or large. This coat was not available locally to try on. I tried others that were in stock locally and from that experience decided a medium would be best fit. It was, and without feeling tight in any way. I am 5' 11" petite-boned, normal weight, but larger waist than the size chart for medium. I have long arms and so love that the sleeves fit properly. You can always roll back if they don't. The fabric surface is classy, not artificial-feeling, and perfect for helping to keep clean. The hood's fur is detachable. Prior, I was cold at work and could not find a warm enough coat without layering. Wearing this at work has kept me feeling at an ideal temperature. I am another proud Pac NW-er who has been living elsewhere in U.S. (i.e. "abroad") for many years. Love how so much of the highest quality, smartest stuff comes from the home country.

I was skeptical about spending the money and not so sure about the material of the coat. I didn't want it to look "cheap" or feel uncomfortable. Now that I've had it for 2 weeks, I have absolutely no regrets or buyers remorse about my purchase! It keeps me warm without feeling like the kid from A Christmas Story! I live in Portland so the fabric is prime for rainy days. The color is the perfect balance of not too army green and not totally charcoal. The lining around the interior of the collar is super soft and doesn't irritate your chin, lots of pockets and the little details like the leather Columbia patch set it apart!

I definitely would recommend this coat. It was so good I had to buy my mother one in a different color.

Really warm coat. The black color was a little more like a dark gray.

I love this coat!! It is extremely warm and stylish. It covers my bum but it isn't as low as your average parka, which makes it easier to move about. I am 5'5, 120 lbs. 34B, waist 27". I ordered a medium and it's perfect for wearing with or without layering. The sleeve length is good and I have somewhat long arms. I love the hood and the deep pockets in the front. The "gravel"color is a beautiful grayish green. I highly recommend.

I absolutely love this jacket! Where I'm from it never snows or gets below 30 degrees. I'm moving to Massachusetts in January and needed a nice thick coat to get me through the winter. Not only am I impressed by the way it looks, but it's also very comfy and I can move in it. Being a busty girl, it's hard to find jackets that fit me in the waist and in my chest. I love that the waist cinches so it flatters my figure but also that it zips past my chest and still has a lot of room for me to move in the arms. I can already tell that this jacket will keep me warm through the winter and I'm excited to go test it out in the snow. Also I saw reviews that people didn't like the front pockets, but in my opinion they aren't bad. The pockets are very wide so it doesn't really feel awkward to keep yours hands in the pockets. This jacket is awesome

This jacket is multifunctional, adaptive to different environments. It's very windproof and avoids body heat from losing even in snowy weathers.

I purchased this parka for walking my dog in Minnesota winter. One feature I looked for was to have my butt covered (don't laugh :) and this does. The pocket height/angle will need getting accustomed to, no big deal. I really wish the upper arms were better lined as that's the only part of me gets cold. So far -- very cold & wind is yet to come. Started with a small that fit like a coat, traded for a medium which leaves room for a sweatshirt. No matter how warm the parka layers are a necessity when walking a dog that doesn't want to go inside.

I bought the Olive coat in a size small. I am 5'2 and the jacket flt me well. I do wish the pockets were sideways. But it still keeps my hands warm because it has a fleece lining on the inside. Also the faux fur on the hood looked weird on my coat, so I decided to remove it. Other than that I really love the jacket!

I went to Alaska and needed a great coat for warmth and protection from the elements obviously! This coat is that coat, so warm. True to size. I am 5'8' 130lbs. Sleeves are nice and long with added cuffs.

This Jacket is both Stylish and warm! It is true to size and love the color which is more deep grey than black. its a coat i get compliments on all the time and people say that's a Columbia Jacket? Its waterproof and I adore my new Jacket. Worth every penny! Thank you Columbia!

This jacket was everything that I hoped it would be! It is so insulated and warm but not so bulky that you cant move or be functional in it. The length is a little longer which keeps my whole body warm. The sleeves have a great cuff at the ends that is comfortable and keeps my arms and hands warmer. The hood is heavy and quilted and very roomy so that my head is never exposed. They style and fit is great because I can wear it with anything anytime and it has simple but sturdy adjustable waist straps. Waterproof and warm! Does shed a few down feathers when I take it off but that doesn't come close to outweighing all of the positives about this product! I highly recommend making this your next winter jacket.

Purchased for family member's use in cold winter climate in southern Germany and for use on the slopes. It performs both functions well and is the perfect coat for the rain, sleet, and snow we get here from Nov to Mar-Apr. Paired with the right wet weather footgear and my family member is very happy with the fit and functionality of the coat. Strongly recommend.

My wife purchased this coat and LOVES it. The fit was great ( she is a size 14 and got an XL) and all the detailing and buttons and snaps she loved. The only thing is, we ordered this like a week ago and the coat we received did not have the orange around the collar, so I don't know if this is an outdated pic or what, I guess it's a good thing though if that is deterring you from buying this jacket!

I love this coat for walking the dog in cold and snowy days. I love the length and don't get the cold air up my back. The hood is perfect for me. I like to wear ear muffs and the hood keeps the wind out. The hood is large but I like that. It is a nice warm jacket. Jacket is waterproof too!!!

I just ordered this jacket because I am moving back to Minnesota, where the winters can be brutally cold and windy! I am very excited to test it in the frozen tundra, but for now it is a very warm and great jacket for out here in Portland, OR. I definitely recommend doing the sizing chart. I am always in-between a Small and Medium because I don't like my jackets being super loose on me nor do I like them super snug or short in the arms. Also the coloring is definitely off. I ordered the Black and it looks like the Gravel or Graphite Grey. Its a really nice color, and I don't mind the grey, but I would plan on all the colors being a little different. So for a reference point. I am 5'6, 145 lbs, athletic build, longer arms, my chest is 34D. I ordered a Medium, and I think it fits very well all around. Its not to bulky with just a T-shirt, but not to small where I can still layer up with a hoodie. Enjoy!

I go to school in the upper peninsula, so I have to deal with very harsh winters, like -40 Degrees and 2 feet of snow harsh. This jacket is super warm and stylish. Normally for women's winter jackets you have to either select style or warmth, but this jacket you don't. The only bad thing about this jacket is the pockets are more stylish than functional and the colors are slightly off from the photo.

My Wife use and indicated is grate comfort and keep warm.

I tried on several coats, but chose this one because it was so light weight, but very warm. It is not only down filled, but has the Omni-Tech silver lining for extra warmth. I am only 5"4 , but this coat fit me perfect, (size L). Important note, not all of the winter jackets are waterproof , this one is. Many are water repellant. The jacket is flattering, not boxy at all. So glad I decided on this jacket. Let it snow!

I love this coat! It fits perfectly, is warm, flattering and a great color! I got the gravel color-- online it looks more green but in person, it's less "hunter green" and more of a deep hunter green. The Omni-reflectant lining inside makes it so warm, and it's not too bulky. I wore it today with a thin sweater and it felt perfect. I'm 5'10, 150lbs, long torso, and it fit perfectly. My only complaint is that in the picture online, it shows a reddish/orange lining near the hood, and the one I received had a grey colored one. Kind of a bummer as I was looking forward to the color combo.

This jacket is amazing! You can tell it is going to last forever. Extra warm! I love the style, because it is not too sporty. Black is actually more of grey but looks pretty anyway!

This jacket is amazing! You can tell it is going to last forever. Extra warm! I love the style, because it is not too sporty. Black is actually more of grey but looks pretty anyway!

I have always liked Columbia products mostly for their style. But the quality of this coat was far from what I was expecting. And I was expecting a great buy to begin with. I was looking for a heavy duty winter coat for my daughter. Who is picky, absolutely love it. You guys made both father who was looking for quality and daughter who was looking for style very happy.

I bought this coat specifically to hike, climb, explore & stay warm and protected from the elements in ICELAND. This coat went above and beyond my expectations. In snow, underneath waterfalls, in ice caves, on top of glaciers, etc.. I was warm and dry thanks to my coat. I would recommend to everybody, I'm extremely pleased! I'm 5'4 116lbs. and it fit perfectly.

Really love this jacket. Warm and stylish!