Quality down jacket at 1/3rd the price of premium jackets - $62.00 here (with 15% subscription discount
This will keep you snug as a bug in a rug!
So, first of all, for full transparency, I retired this jacket (gave it to a friend) because I upgraded to Patagonia down jacket, which is definitely superior. BUT....
My Take
This was my first down purchase when I was upgrading my back-packing gear, and it served me admirably. It kept me warm at 10,000 feet, it kept me warm camping on a windy coast in February, and it kept me warm at 22 degrees. It is a quality build, using YKK zippers, 650 down (responsibly sourced), a nylon water repellent outer shell, and weighing in at about 15 oz. It has 2 side pockets and a chest pocket (which I loved), and like most technical down jackets, it folds into it's own pocket for storage, to a decent "cantaloupe - sized" bundle.
The fit is slightly short in length, with longer sleeves. It sat right at belt height for me and I would have preferred if it was about one inch longer.
Specifications
Dimensions: N/A
Weight: 15 oz
Materials: Nylon Wind/Water resistant shell, 650 down fill
Price: $62.00
Pros and Cons
Pros: Great price, light, packable, warm
Cons: Short Fit
The Final Score
9/10 for a budget product, 8/10 when compared to premium products (warmth)
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