Customer Reviews Helly Hansen Dubliner Insulated Jacket

This jacket has an "athletic" fit... and I love it, even though I'm less of an athlete than I used to be. As others have noted, it is slightly tapered in the mid-section and roomier than most in the shoulders and chest... resulting in not only a more flattering profile than most other insulated jackets, but also in more freedom of movement that is often hard to find in jackets like this that are not made of stretch material. I was looking to fill that gap between light rain jacket (heavy windbreaker) and a full-on winter parka. I have both of those ends covered with jackets from Arcteryx/The North Face/UnderArmour/Nike/others on the light end, and by an Arcteryx parka on the cold end. I wanted a mid-weight, hooded jacket, with chest pockets... to cover the shoulder seasons on late-fall/early winter and late-winter/early-spring. Some would call this am urban/city jacket: highly functional, on trend, without looking like a technical/spring skiing jacket. After trying 20+ jackets from Arcteryx, Helly Hansen, Kjus, and TNF, I finally got it down to the Arcteryx Therme Jacket (size L), the TNF Apex Elevation (size L), and the HH Insulated Dubliner (size XL). Arcteryx Therme: + GoreTex, + 2 exterior chest pockets, + internal stretch cuffs, - price ($600), - puffy profile, - short length (front), - no two-way zipper, - hood seems sized to accommodate a helmet. TNF Apex Elevation: + warmth, + 2 exterior chest pockets (no internal media pocket as Zappos description says), + nice length (30"), + price ($210), - warmth comes at the expense of a slightly puffy profile (also had to cinch the hem slightly to help in this regard), - no two-way zipper, - hood that borders on being too big for non-helmet wear, - no two-way zipper. HH Insulated Dubliner: + flattering fit (see above comments, may want to size up), + freedom of movement, + great cuffs (elastic and snaps provide excellent customization and hold), + hood sized for non-helmet use, + nice length (30"), + price ($175), +/- the lightest of these options, - only one exterior chest pocket, - no two-way zipper. Between the TNF and the HH, the TNF is the heavier of the two... which, depending on your needs, could be a + or a -. Expecting that the HH will give me the option of layering up/down depending on the temp, whereas the TNF sorta locks you into a colder weather (though not cold-cold) scenario. My search is finally over, and this is a brilliant solution (for me).

The Dubliner Insulated Jacket is best described as a civilianized M-65 field jacket made of modern materials. I especially appreciated the sewn in Primaloft insulation. The fit is wide through the shoulders and deep through the chest yet is tailored to a semi-fitted lower torso. I wear an 18.5-inch neck 37-inch sleeve dress shirt and this jacket is made for me. This in contrast to brands like TNF that have skinny shoulders and wide waist lines or the Adidas Outdoor jackets featuring an "athletic" fit which run a size small. My one critique is I'm not sure if one velcro attachment is sufficient to contain the hood in its tunnel. Perhaps a few more attachments would be superior. Be advised the delivery was slower than normal due to the circumstances but arrived before the estimated date. Be safe.

Per sizing information from the Helly Hansen website, I was recommended to order an XXL. This proved to be an oversized fit and due to the jacket’s insulated lining, a little too puffy for my liking.

I bought this for my husband who is relatively tall and slim (5'11 and 130 pounds). The small was a strange fit. It had super wide shoulders and a very narrow/tapered bottom. Also the arms were quite short. It seemed to be made for a short bodybuilder. We returned it.

This is my first purchase of H/H product. The workmanship of this Dubliner Insulated Waterproof jacket is excellent. I was able to stay warm, dry and feel comfortable in windy and snowy weather. The shape, color are beautiful. The fit is true to size Small.

I call it my everyday jacket. Anywhere I go, this is the first item I grab. It looks great, fit is great, can take any element of weather. It is the perfect insulation for any kind of temps. Rain sheds away, and easy to pack in a backpack.

Great coat. Warm. I had a problem with the zipper. I told HH they took care of the problem.

Perfect insulated rain jacket, very warm and light.

Outstanding jacket. Super dry and added insulation keeps me totally warm. Best raincoat I have had to date.

Great jacket! Will purchase another color!

Bought for my husband who usually wears an XL. It was a bit snug so exchanged it for an XXL. The jacket kept him warm and dry in a rainstorm. He likes the color, zippered pockets, and ability to tuck away the hood when not using it. Very happy with this rain jacket!

Better than anticipated. Helly Hanson knocks it out of the park again.

Fits true to size, very warm yet still ok to layer underneath

Best jacket I ever owned.

Great jacket wore for 10 days in Ireland. Preformed great!

Very comfortable. Extremely warm and versatile for all weather conditions. Would highly recommend.

Nice jacket!!

Awesome Thank you

Very nice jacket, stylish and comfortable

Exceptional jacket, light weight and warm. Highly recommended

Looks great and fits perfectly

Perfect raincoat for colder weather, comfortable fit, and convenient zippered pockets. I also like the buttoned cuffs and the white on black logo and company name. I normally wear L jackets but I purchased an XL because I prefer loose-fitting raincoats. I've been wearing HH jackets for twenty years. A great company.

The dubliner is a great fitting . well insulated jacket. Repels water & keeps me dry. One of the better waterproof jackets I've owned!

I bought this jacket strictly for rain gear while duck hunting but its so stylish Ive been wearing it around town as a casual jacket. I really like this jacket.

Love it