Expedition Galleries

The Parka Shop Winter Collection Select a category... All Products Expedition Down Parkas Extreme Down Parkas Active Sport Parkas Expedition Down Suits Ski Bibs & Pants Overfilled Down Gear Sleeping Bags Selk Bags Accessories On the following pages we have selected clothing for expeditions, high altitude climbing, travelling to the extreme North or South or any other use where the right choice is essential for both a persons comfort and possibly survival. For each item we've tried to find out where it was manufactured, so that you may have the ability to find a retailer or get more information.

We know there are many more similar expedition quality garments available and we welcome information from manufacturers / suppliers of these garments. We would also welcome pictures of these garments in use, to further assist people trying to choose the ideal clothing for their next expedition. Please Email us with your information. Many people have asked where the parkas shown on this website can be found - besides from speciality outfitter and online stores (The Parka Shop), many can be found on eBay. Try the following searches ensuring that "in titles & descriptions" is ticked. (down parka, down jacket hood, down coat hood, fur hood, north face down, ski suit, - brand names)

Definitions:
Expedition Parka
Technical parka, heavily insulated with top grade goose down, primaloft or similar. Capable of providing life sustaining protection in continuous -20'C temperatures and below.

Expedition Pants
Pants or salopettes of equal specification and designed to be worn with the expedition parkas.

Onepiece Suits
Heavily insulated with top grade goose down, primaloft or similar. Capable of providing life sustaining protection in continuous below -20'C temperatures. Used on the highest peaks, Polar exploration or Youkon Quest / Iditaroid races. Also in this section onepiece shell oversuits, usually worn over down as additional protection against windchill from hurricane force winds

Extreme Cold Parkas
Heavy duty parka, insulated with top grade goose down, primaloft or similar. Water resistant / proof hard wearing outer shell suitable for use in a variety of outdoor activities. Capable of providing continuous protection and comfort in sub-zero temperatures.

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