Built for the harshest winter environments and prolonged periods of low activity
The Outdoor Research Allies Colossus II Parka delivers extreme warmth, weather protection, and mission-ready durability for severe cold-weather operations.
Field tested in Arctic conditions, the Colossus II is designed specifically for static and low-exertion scenarios where maintaining body heat is critical. Its rugged Cordura® nylon ripstop shell incorporates Outdoor Research’s breathable AscentShell™ Air electrospun membrane, providing waterproof and windproof protection while allowing moisture and excess heat to escape.
Inside, 150 g/m² VerticalX™ ECO synthetic insulation provides substantial warmth while maintaining performance in damp and variable conditions. With 85% recycled polyester content, the insulation delivers excellent loft and cold-weather performance without relying on down.
An adjustable insulated, helmet-compatible hood provides additional protection in severe weather, while the insulated fleece draft collar and integrated fleece wrist gaiters help seal warmth around two of the body's most exposed areas.
The Combat Fit is designed to accommodate substantial cold-weather layering and operational equipment without unnecessarily restricting movement.
A YKK® AquaGuard® two-way center front zipper allows flexible ventilation and access to equipment, while adjustable wrist cuffs, an elastic drawcord hem, and critically seam-taped construction help seal out wind, snow, and precipitation.
Multiple storage options—including chest, forearm, shoulder, hand, and internal stash pockets—keep mission-essential equipment accessible while allowing sensitive items to be carried close to the body in extreme cold.
When movement stops and temperatures fall, the Allies Colossus II Parka is built to provide the insulation and protection required to remain operational.
The Allies Collection
The weatherproof Allies Collection allows professionals to withstand severe elements and rugged environments with versatile, functional protection. Field tested in the Arctic Circle and designed with input from elite end users around the world, the Allies Collection provides burly warmth and waterproof constructions. Always up to the challenge, no matter the mission.
Field tested for long, stationary stretches in adverse conditions, the Colossus Parka is complete with VerticalX™ Eco insulation for enhanced warmth designed to withstand the coldest climates and shaped to fit over other layers.
Feature:
- Designed for extreme cold-weather operations
- Optimized for static and low-exertion use
- VerticalX™ ECO synthetic insulation
- 150 g/m² insulation
- AscentShell™ Air waterproof and breathable membrane
- Rugged Cordura® nylon ripstop shell
- Waterproof
- Windproof
- Breathable
- Highly abrasion resistant
- Critically seam taped
- Combat Fit for cold-weather layering and equipment
- Adjustable insulated hood
- Helmet-compatible hood
- Insulated fleece draft collar
- Integrated fleece sleeve gaiters
- Adjustable wrist cuffs
- Elastic drawcord hem
- YKK® AquaGuard® two-way center front zipper
- Exterior zippered chest pocket
- Forearm stash pocket
- Shoulder pocket
- Shoulder Velcro® ID panels
- Zippered hand pockets
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Internal storage pockets
Specs:
- Weight - 1210g | 43oz (Medium)
- Fabric - 75x160D Cordura nylon ripstop, Ascentshell Air electrospun membrane, 30D nylon plainweave backer. 179gsm shell. VerticalX eco 150gsm synthetic insulation. 100% nylon 20D lining
Sizing:
What's included:
- One Outdoor Research - Allies Colossus II Parka
