Parajumpers Bombers: Gobi & Kodiak

The Gobi and the Kodiak are Parajumpers' two most iconic models — the 'masterpiece' pieces that made the brand's name. Recognisable by their fur-trimmed hoods and high-end down, together they embody the Parajumpers spirit. Here is the complete guide to these two emblematic pieces, their differences and how to choose. (For the other puffers, see our guide to Parajumpers down jackets; for the long parkas, our guide to Parajumpers parkas; for hybrid and lightweight jackets, our guide to Parajumpers jackets.)

The Gobi: the emblematic bomber

The Gobi is undoubtedly Parajumpers' best-known piece. It is a bomber jacket with a removable fur-trimmed hood, in a short, urban format. Filled with down, it offers real warmth while remaining compact and easy to wear every day. The Gobi is often the way into the brand's world: it brings together all its DNA — the bomber silhouette, the fur hood, the signature hardware — in a piece that goes with everything. It comes in men's and women's versions, in many colourways over the seasons.

The Kodiak: the extreme-cold masterpiece

Often cited alongside the Gobi as the brand's other great iconic model, the Kodiak is its longer, warmer companion. Where the Gobi plays the short bomber card, the Kodiak adopts a more enveloping cut, designed for lower temperatures. The same high-end down, the same fur hood, the same technical finishing, but more protection. It is the choice for those who want the Parajumpers icon in a warmer version that covers more than the Gobi. Both feature in our overview of the iconic Parajumpers models.

Gobi or Kodiak: which should you choose?

It all depends on how you will use it and on your climate:

• The Gobi: for an urban bomber style, a compact and versatile piece, easy to wear in town throughout the cold season.
• The Kodiak: for superior thermal protection, a longer cut and greater comfort in extreme cold.

In short: the Gobi favours looks and versatility, the Kodiak warmth and coverage. Both share the same build quality and the same desirability. To choose the right size, see our Parajumpers size guide.

The details common to both models

The Gobi and the Kodiak alike carry Parajumpers' signature codes:

• A fur-trimmed hood, often removable.
• High-end down filling for genuine insulation.
• The metal hook and the yellow strap, inherited from the world of rescue — see our guide to the Parajumpers logo and patch.
• A shell in tough, water-repellent nylon.

It is these shared elements that make both models true icons of the brand. They are also the first points to check to recognise genuine Parajumpers.

Where can you find your Gobi or Kodiak at NB08?

At NB08, every Parajumpers piece is selected and checked by our team, whether new or pre-owned, with its condition precisely described — every piece goes through our authentication process before going on sale. As the Gobi and the Kodiak are highly sought-after winter pieces, their availability varies with the season. Find these down-filled bombers in our Parajumpers down jackets collection, or browse the full Parajumpers collection, updated as new pieces arrive.