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Convertible Travel Jacket
Keep all of your travel essentials organized and close at hand with this convertible travel jacket. With its 15 pockets to accommodate your passport, traveler's checks, camera, film, maps, pens, GPS, MP3 player, and even a water bottle, you may be able to leave a carry-on bag at home. Perfect for packing light even in changeable climates: The quick-drying cotton/nylon blend shrugs off wet weather. When the sun heats you up, zip off the sleeves and stash them in the pockets to convert the jacket into a vest. Moisture-wicking mesh lining keeps you cool and comfortable. Reinforced stitching stands up to years of adventures off the beaten path.
70% cotton/30% nylon. Imported.
Men’s sizes M (38–40), L (42–44), XL (46–48), XXL (50–52).
Machine wash.
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 16 reviews)
73%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (13)
- Versatile (13)
- Comfortable (12)
- Attractive (8)
- Great color (8)
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel (16)
- Daily use (5)
- Going out (3)
- Work (3)
- Sizing:
Feels too small
Feels true to size
81%
(13 reviews)
Feels too large
- Sleeve Length:
Feels too short
Feels true to length
86%
(12 reviews)
Feels too long
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual dresser (13), Classic dresser (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (11), Yes (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
A real deal
I've been a professional photographer for over fifty years. In that time I have owned about a dozen working vests. I've even tried vests for fly fishing, hunting and yes, vests specialized for ...Read complete review
I've been a professional photographer for over fifty years. In that time I have owned about a dozen working vests. I've even tried vests for fly fishing, hunting and yes, vests specialized for photography. With today's restrictions on just how much we carry in our carry-on luggage and being a photographer, you have to chose what to carry in your carry-on luggage and how much you can carry in your checked luggage. I NEVER put photography equipment in my checked baggage as it will"grow legs". I also avoid "Thieves Row", also known as Heathrow in Britain because they have a real lack of security, even going through their security. What's a person to do? Carry as much as possible on your person so it's not out of yours sight, except when it goes through the X Ray machine. Even in Paris, when leaving, it's really interesting how they want to make sure that lenses are lenses. So i put as much as possible in my various vests and jackets. Yes, we used specialized photo bags such as Kata and the think Tank International line of bags. However we still need more room. This vests really fills the bill for its ability to put 24 ounces into a 16 ounce can. I bought this model with the zip off sleeves because the convertibility of the vest/ jacket. I've worn out pockets carrying other stuff and this jacket really wears like iron and with the mesh liner, it is reasonably cool.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Size chart has to be wrong
I would have bought this jacket but according to this size chart, no adult will fit into this jacket. The size chart says the chest sizes are 25 - 29 (no units such as...Read complete review
I would have bought this jacket but according to this size chart, no adult will fit into this jacket. The size chart says the chest sizes are 25 - 29 (no units such as inches given). A normal adult large T-shirt wearer has about a 36 inch chest. The sleeve lengths are appropriate for adults, not kids. And bottom hem width? Give me some clue as to where this is measured. Until they fix this web site, you don't know what you will get.
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Excellent for trips anywhere
Pros
- Comfortable
- Lightweight
- Versatile
- Very Handy
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Convertible Travel Jacket:
I am going on safari trip to South Africa in winter, and the jacket is warm, comfortable and I can carry a lot of my photographic equipment
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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I would buy this again as a gift
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Comfortable
- Great Color
- Lightweight
- Stylish
- Versatile
- Very Practical Every Way
Cons
- THERE ARE NO CONS
Best Uses
- Going Out
- No Need For Other Jackets
- Travel
- Very versatile
- Work
Comments about Convertible Travel Jacket:
As with all other products (clothing) I have purchased from NG, this very stylish and versatile jacket is ideal for my lifestyle. I am in my 70's, still very active, still working part time which sometimes requires long distance travel, an RVer and outdoor inthusiest. This particular jacket is idealy suited to my needs.
Thank you.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels true to length
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nice jacket but not enough large pockets
By DaveD
from Sierra Vista, AZ
About Me Casual Dresser
Pros
- Comfortable
- Lightweight
- well made
Cons
- Most Pockets Too Small
- Slots For Pens Too Small
Best Uses
- Daily Use
- Travel
Comments about Convertible Travel Jacket:
I bought this jacket for both travel and daily use during cool weather. The jacket is well made and of good material but not well thought out IMHO and is no substitute for carry on luggage (except, perhaps, photographers or other professions that use a lot of very small items). Most pockets are too small to hold anything larger than about 3 inches in width or heighth. The location of the cell phone pocket is inside and below the waist which is not very convenient. Also, the slots for pens/pencils are undersized and only the thinnest (1/4" or so) writing implement will fit. Oh, and due to shipping it costs about 18% more than advertised.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels true to length
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Great Travel Jacket for a Photographer
By guyser
from Buffalo, NY
About Me Casual Dresser
Pros
- Comfortable
- Great Color
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Use
- Travel
Comments about Convertible Travel Jacket:
I love this jacket. Great for carrying my photo accessories that don't quite fit in my bag. And who would have imagined that you can carry an iPad2 in one of the inside pockets?
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels true to length
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Just what I needed.
Pros
- Great Color
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Convertible Travel Jacket:
I will wear it on "THe Way" - a pilgrimage through Northern Spain.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels true to length
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
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(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
I will wear it often
Pros
- Comfortable
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Use
- Going Out
- Travel
Comments about Convertible Travel Jacket:
Very useful
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels true to length
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
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(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
just great !!
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Comfortable
- Great Color
- Lightweight
- Stylish
- Versatile
- Warm
Cons
Best Uses
- Daily Use
- Date Night
- Going Out
- Travel
- Work
Comments about Convertible Travel Jacket:
ALL JUST GREAT !!
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels true to length
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
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I tried it and looks good
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Comfortable
- Great Color
- Lightweight
- Stylish
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Convertible Travel Jacket:
Everything went all right - thx
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels true to length
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Sizing limitations
Pros
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Convertible Travel Jacket:
Need "Tall" sizes for better sleeve length options.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels too short
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Great jacket!
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Comfortable
- Great Color
- Lightweight
- Stylish
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Convertible Travel Jacket:
My husband and I are avid birders. This jacket is wonderful for containing the photographic materials needed to pursue this hobby. My husband's philosphy is you can't have too many pockets!
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Sleeve Length:
- Feels true to length
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
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