Foray 3L Waterproof 3-in-1 Parka

As with other reviewers, I find that the OR Foray 3l Parka is a miss. It lacks the design features needed to justify spending $400 for a 3-season rain jacket. 1. Pockets: It has no interior pockets and not enough pockets overall. Plus the lining on the pockets it has are not at all reinforced so keys or other hard/heavy objects are likely to destroy the jacket over time. 2. Warmth: Calling this a “parka” requires imagination. While this is could be a very warm “jacket” the vest has insufficient insulation for actual cold weather (at least by Chicago standards). Definitely an early spring/late fall piece unless you plan on multiple layers under it. 3. Fit: It is a bit baggy for the stated shoulder measurements. This is great if you plan on wearing multiple layers under it, but it needs a waist cord or something to trim it up or risk looking like you’re wearing a very chic technical poncho. 4. Care: OR advertises that this is machine washable, but you have to buy a particular brand of technical detergent and follow a care schedule to “maintain the fabric’s performance”. When I see something is “machine washable”, I expect to be able to throw it in the washer when it is dirty. If this were half the price, I wouldn’t mind the gaps as much, but for $400 I’d at least expect it to be insanely packable into its own pocket, or to have some other distinguishing features. I’m returning.