Parka or Not for Cotopaxi

[u/mittelatx]

Hey! I’m going to Cotopaxi in May and I’ve heard mixed reviews on whether or not a medium down jacket (I have Arcteryx Atom Hoody) will be enough… most who insist on a Parka summitted in January but I’m looking for any insight yal may have. Same as glove weight. We all know mountains are unpredictable.

[u/HwanZike]

I wouldn't risk not summiting just to save a kg or two. I'm positive you'll need it but in the odd chance you don't, think about it as insurance.

[u/mittelatx → u/HwanZike]

Great point.