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Customer Reviews for Baxter State Parka
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Baxter State Parka
- TEK2 waterproof fabric seals out the elements
- Premium Bean Tested® 650-fill goose down offers exceptional warmth
- Fully insulated hood blocks extreme cold and zips off when not needed
- Faux-fur ruff can be zipped off
Average Customer Rating:
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Rating Snapshot (276 reviews)
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258 out of 276(93%)customers would recommend this product.
Customer Reviews for Baxter State Parka
Review 1 for Baxter State Parka
Overall Rating:
Banish winter
,Date:February 7, 2012
By WHPH
from Long Island, NY
This Product is...Durable, Great Value, Comfortable, Performing as Expected
"Years ago, after a brutally cold winter, I was determined not to be cold again. The answer then was in a Bean Rugged Ridge Parka. After several years of solid and dependable service, it was time to replace my old parka.
After looking again to the Rugged Ridge, I decided instead to upgrade to full down and an even better temperature rating and went with the Baxter State Parka.
It's hard to believe you can improve on perfection, but this parka is even warmer than my last, and worth every one of the few extra dollars it costs.
The Baxter State Parka is the warmest coat I've ever worn. It's got all the features one expects in a parka, and every detail is nearly perfect. It is roomy enough to allow for layering, including chunky sweaters, without allowing any chilling updrafts. It fits perfectly as sized and without being too long at the bottom as some parkas tend to be, and all while being lightweight.
The only feature that could be improved upon is the faux fur trim on the hood. I'd rather real coyote fur as are traditional on arctic parkas, but this is a minor point of personal preference.
This winter has been a mild one so far, but the Baxter State Parka has proven itself during every cold snap. I'm confident next winter's normal temps will be no challenge."
After looking again to the Rugged Ridge, I decided instead to upgrade to full down and an even better temperature rating and went with the Baxter State Parka.
It's hard to believe you can improve on perfection, but this parka is even warmer than my last, and worth every one of the few extra dollars it costs.
The Baxter State Parka is the warmest coat I've ever worn. It's got all the features one expects in a parka, and every detail is nearly perfect. It is roomy enough to allow for layering, including chunky sweaters, without allowing any chilling updrafts. It fits perfectly as sized and without being too long at the bottom as some parkas tend to be, and all while being lightweight.
The only feature that could be improved upon is the faux fur trim on the hood. I'd rather real coyote fur as are traditional on arctic parkas, but this is a minor point of personal preference.
This winter has been a mild one so far, but the Baxter State Parka has proven itself during every cold snap. I'm confident next winter's normal temps will be no challenge."
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Frequently
When did you purchase this item?Within 6 Months
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Review 2 for Baxter State Parka
Overall Rating:
incredible parka!
,Date:November 18, 2009
By alaskajoe
from Fairbanks, Alaska
"This parka has to be the best thing that has happened to Alaskan winters. The -45 comfort rating must just be a suggestion because when it hits 62 below 0 here in Fairbanks I would never be able to tell with this coat. Light and flexible, I can be outside as long as I want in whatever weather mother nature decides to throw my way."
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
I would describe myself as:musher, hiker
11 of 11 people found this review helpful.
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Review 3 for Baxter State Parka
Overall Rating:
BAXTER PARKA
,Date:March 1, 2012
By bkatz1936
from ST LOUIS, MO.
This Product is...Great Value, Comfortable, Performing as Expected
"GREAT LOOKING, GREAT FIT AND TOASTY WARM
THE BEST WINTER COAT I HAVE HAD IN RECENT YEARS"
THE BEST WINTER COAT I HAVE HAD IN RECENT YEARS"
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
When did you purchase this item?Within 6 Months
I would describe myself as:RETIRED
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Review 4 for Baxter State Parka
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Baxter State Parka Men's
,Date:February 22, 2012
By NotSoOldShopper
from North of the mountains
This Product is...Durable, Great Value, Comfortable, Performing as Expected
"I recently purchased two of these parkas.
Overall the parkas are very well made with one exception. There needs to be a fur ruff on the hood and not the synthetic fur ruff.
L.L. Bean should sell a line of zip-off (FUR RUFFS) as options to the parkas with zip-off ruffs."
Overall the parkas are very well made with one exception. There needs to be a fur ruff on the hood and not the synthetic fur ruff.
L.L. Bean should sell a line of zip-off (FUR RUFFS) as options to the parkas with zip-off ruffs."
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Frequently
When did you purchase this item?Within 1 Month
I would describe myself as:User of various parkas with fur ruff hoods.
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Review 5 for Baxter State Parka
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Reluctant at first, but won over.
,Date:February 21, 2012
By BLKuffda
from Altadena, CA
This Product is...Durable, Great Value, Comfortable, Performing as Expected, lovely features
"I was unsure about this jacket at first. With it being a parka the pockets intended for your hands on this particular jacket are at the wrong angle. You would either have to be a knuckle dragger with incredibly long arms or you would need an extra joint in your arm to make it to the horizontal position needed to comfortably put your hands in the fleece lined pockets. If you could reach those pockets they aren't big enough to put a gloved hand in them without exposing your wrists to the cold. That being the case I hate the lower lined pockets. With time running out for purchasing supplies for my trip I rolled the dice and took this jacket along with me. I purchased a large which is not snug, but it fit well. It is perfect to wear a few layers underneath without hindering your movement. The sleeve length is perfect and the inner extra sleeve is nice and keeps the cold wind out. The upper chest pockets were my choice when putting my hands in the pockets. They are large enough to put gloved hands in without much trouble. These pockets are also lined with fleece, but they are not warm enough to go ungloved in very cold temperatures. This jacket is warm. I was in very cold temperatures around 32ºF plus or minus, and was never cold. I was not overjoyed with the double front zipper because it is normally hard to zip up, but I fell in love with the ability to cool off by zipping up the lower zipper. Also it came in handy when taking photos in crouched positions. Normally it wouldn't be a deal breaker but the fact that there are button closures for the storm flap instead of velcro is a nice detail. Let's face it when you are in cold weather you are going to be wearing gloves. Gloves arch nemesis is velcro. Gloves stick to it and make it difficult to get in and out of the jacket. The hood is nice and has a great adjustment strap to raise the visor so you don't feel like you are wearing blinders. The chest pocket near the main zipper is amazing. It is easy to access and works perfectly for a cell phone so you don't have to dig in your pants pocket. Weatherproof-wise I was in snow and sleet and never had a problem with being wet. Overall this jacket is almost perfection and it won me over. If the lower pockets were at a 45º angle so I could reach them it would have been a 5 star jacket."
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
When did you purchase this item?Within 1 Month
I would describe myself as:Photographer, traveler, and kayaker
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Review 6 for Baxter State Parka
Overall Rating:
Baxter State Parker
,Date:February 20, 2012
By Anonymous
from Long Island, New York
This Product is...Durable, Comfortable
"This is really a great Parka for warmth and fits well. Enough room for layering underneath. I would recommend this except for one important detail....The Main zipper is cheap and causes me problems attempting to unzip the Parker. Sometimes takes a few minutes to accomplish this task and twice have had to it pull off over my head to continue working on unzipping.
Why would anyone create such a nice Parker and use a terrible plastic zipper like this. It is an expensive product and seems to be an easy fix!!"
Why would anyone create such a nice Parker and use a terrible plastic zipper like this. It is an expensive product and seems to be an easy fix!!"
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
When did you purchase this item?Within 6 Months
I would describe myself as:Outdoor walker at beaches and parks. Enjoy nature and travel.
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Review 7 for Baxter State Parka
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Baxter State parka
,Date:February 15, 2012
By jackretire
from NY NY
This Product is...Durable, Great Value, Comfortable, Performing as Expected
"I bought this Baxter State Parka from website. it is warm. Durable and good quality. I like the nice feature also. the shipping is fast too. I will recommend to my friend"
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?First time
When did you purchase this item?Within 1 Month
I would describe myself as:Retire men need warm winter coat
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Review 8 for Baxter State Parka
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llbean print
,Date:February 13, 2012
By bucketboy
from south paris
This Product is...Durable, Great Value, Comfortable
"love love love this jacket just wish it said llbean on the front so i can show it off would of got a 5 if it had llbean logo!!!"
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
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Review 9 for Baxter State Parka
Overall Rating:
Nice but short
,Date:February 10, 2012
By Adamatticus2003
from Kalamazoo, MI
"The coat is high quality, looks nice, and is warm.
It is also short. I am 6'6" and ordered (and received) an Extra Large Tall. It was about 3 inches too short in the sleeves. It also did not drop past my rear at all. I have non-Tall coats that are longer. If you are of shorter or stockier build, go for it. Tall people if you want to try it order at least 2 sizes large."
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
When did you purchase this item?Within 1 Month
I would describe myself as:Eagle Scout, outdoorsman, scientist
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Review 10 for Baxter State Parka
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Functional, good looking and oh! so warm!
,Date:February 8, 2012
By 4Hiker9
from Holden, ME
This Product is...Durable, Great Value, Comfortable, Performing as Expected, functional
"My wife bought me this great parka when she realized my non LL Bean winter parka started to fall apart after two seasons. This parka is quality from the hood to the hem. It is many degrees warmer than my old parka, which is much thicker and heavier, and has many more features. I wasn't too thrilled about the fur but LL Bean made the remedy simple, it can be removed and replaced in seconds and maybe I'll try it when the weather gets really cold. Once again another superior LL Bean product."
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Frequently
When did you purchase this item?Within 1 Month
I would describe myself as:an active outdoor person, camper, hiker and dog owner.
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Review 11 for Baxter State Parka
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Great Product and Customer Service
,Date:February 5, 2012
By TheScubaGuy
from Morris Plains, NJ
This Product is...Durable, Great Value, Comfortable, Performing as Expected
"After driving an hour to my nearest store to get this jacket, the store personnel went out of their way to accommodate me. Since the store's smallest size was a Large, they called their main office to track down a Small size that would fit me, and had it shipped to my house within days. The Jacket has lived up to expectations thusfar. I've told numerous friends about how LL Bean Customer Service is what really differentiates them from other vendors."
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
When did you purchase this item?Within 1 Month
I would describe myself as:Outdoorsy
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Review 12 for Baxter State Parka
Overall Rating:
Wonderful wearable warmth
,Date:February 3, 2012
By BostonLatinAlumnus
from Southeast Virginia
This Product is...Durable, Great Value, Comfortable, Performing as Expected, versatile construction
"I recently travelled to northern Aroostook county from my current home in southeast Virginia. As I finalized my trip , I realized that my winter outerwear options were quite limited, having lived more than 20 years in Virginia. The Baxter State Parka arrived 3 days before my trip and rapidly became my new best "friend" during the 6 day visit up North. It's loaded with pockets and the warmth it provides is superb. Low temps were minus 12 with a "refreshing" breeze, but I was unaffected by it. The removable hood is another fine feature."
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
When did you purchase this item?Within 1 Month
I would describe myself as:New England native bound and determined to return "home"
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Review 13 for Baxter State Parka
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Baxter State Parka
,Date:February 3, 2012
By viable
from Pocasset Lake, Maine
This Product is...Durable, Great Value, Comfortable, Performing as Expected
"Got a large size, because no medium was listed as available. However, with the waist and hip adjustments, fits fine. Also pick up a few inches of coverage over my legs, being 5'7". This is one of those LLB products that perform just perfectly. Lowest temp. to date has been 4 F., -10 F with windchill. After trecking across a frozen lake with the collies in the face of NNW at 12 mph, and with only a light-weight, long sleeve T [80%poly/20%Merino] underneath, I was so warm - and dry - that I had to unzip a few inches. The faux fur on the hood may not look functional, but it does effectively protect my face from the wind. Deep deep pockets on the outside are great for carrying anything, including containers of coffee or tea, dog leashes, etc. etc. Very convenient. Repels wet snow/freezing rain mix, of course, which came in handy at the end of January. Other features we can't take for granted are solid, like the heavy duty, no snag zipper. Finally, with the 15% discount, a gift certificate from a prior purchase and the free shipping, the cost was unbeatable."
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
When did you purchase this item?Within 6 Months
I would describe myself as:active outdoors-person of sound mind and sound body - so far
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Review 14 for Baxter State Parka
Overall Rating:
About excellent parka
,Date:February 2, 2012
By Stranger6797
from Rusiian federation
This Product is...Durable, Great Value, Comfortable, Performing as Expected
"Great parka.-34C and wind in it heat and comfortable."
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?First time
When did you purchase this item?Within 1 Month
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Review 15 for Baxter State Parka
Overall Rating:
Great coat
,Date:February 1, 2012
By JoelS
from New York
This Product is...Durable, Great Value, Comfortable, Performing as Expected
"Coat is warm as toast. Snug fit (which can be adjusted) Loads and loads of pockets. I love wearing it. It may feel heavy to some so if you want a light weight jacket don't get this one otherwise it is perfect."
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
When did you purchase this item?Within 1 Month
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Review 16 for Baxter State Parka
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Baxter State Parka
,Date:February 1, 2012
By Bogie51
from Westbrook, ME
This Product is...Durable, Great Value, Comfortable, Performing as Expected, baxter state parker
"I have owned a Maine Wardens parka since the mid '90s and needed to replace it.
I decided on the Baxter State Parker after reading a positive review from a Fairbanks Alaska resident who raved about it.
They are right. Warmest winter coat that I have ever owned.
I highly recommend it!!!"
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Frequently
When did you purchase this item?Within 1 Month
I would describe myself as:A True Mainer
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 17 for Baxter State Parka
Overall Rating:
Not for sissies...
,Date:February 1, 2012
By Zippy2276
from Boston, MA
This Product is...Durable, Great Value, Comfortable, Performing as Expected
"This coat is AMAZING. LLB has thought of everything, from the waist cinch to all of the helpful inside and outside pockets. But this coat is not for sissies: this coat is SUPER warm. It's like getting into a very soft, hefty blanket -- like one of those cuddle balls for dogs. It's wonderful. Best purchase ever and such a great price -- I did a lot of research and the price cannot be beat for the features and quality of this product!"
Gender:Female
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
When did you purchase this item?Within 1 Month
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Review 18 for Baxter State Parka
Overall Rating:
Baxter State Parka
,Date:January 28, 2012
By JSW12
from Minnesota
This Product is...Durable, Great Value, Comfortable, Performing as Expected
"Great product. Needed a new parka for several years. Found what I need at Bean.
Very warm. I like the quantity of pockets.
The detachable fur on the hood is a likable feature. I have not figured out how to use the cord stops, yet."
Very warm. I like the quantity of pockets.
The detachable fur on the hood is a likable feature. I have not figured out how to use the cord stops, yet."
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
When did you purchase this item?Within 6 Months
I would describe myself as:winter camper, traveler, outdoor type
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Review 19 for Baxter State Parka
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Baxter State Parka
,Date:January 26, 2012
By Casualcritter
from Yonkers, NY
This Product is...Comfortable, Performing as Expected
"I purchased this for my husband as a christmas/wedding anniversary gift. The moment we entered the store, he found it, and said he already loved it, but, of course, he tried it on first. He especially likes the various pockets, and I feel that the hood is useful in very cold and inclement weather. Also the fur wraps around the neck to provide further warmth if you wear just the plain part of the hood. The color was really good for him, and the fit very close to perfect. He is really happy with this parka, and that makes me happy also. Carole of Yonkers, NY."
Gender:Female
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Frequently
When did you purchase this item?Within 1 Month
I would describe myself as:An outgoing, personable, and casual individual of moderate means.
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Review 20 for Baxter State Parka
Overall Rating:
Parka
,Date:January 25, 2012
By Dakotabuyer
from Grand Forks, North Dakota
This Product is...Great Value, Comfortable
"This parka is warm but light in weight. I think it will do just fine in ND winters."
Gender:Male
How often do you shop at L.L.Bean?Occasionally
When did you purchase this item?Within 1 Month
I would describe myself as:Picky and hard to please sometimes
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