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Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero SL Hooded Down Jacket - Men's
Write your question here... the down count being 650 in contrast...
By jim crill
Ranked #3398 - Men's Down Jackets
October 11, 2009
Write your question here... the down count being 650 in contrast to 800 which some manufacturers make does the 150 difference make a difference?
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Jesse Lind
Ranked #677 - Men's Down Jackets
October 12, 2009
Down fill ratings are all about performance vs. weight. The higher the down fill power, the more efficient the down. So a 650 fill jacket rated to a certain temperature will weigh X lbs, but an 800 fill jacket rated to that same temperature will weigh less than the 650 fill jacket. The higher fill power, the more dead air space each plume of goose down traps, and dead air space is what provides the warmth. So is the 150 difference important? Depends on what you plan on using the jacket for.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [shell] Conduit SL, [lining] Nylon taffeta, [insulation] goose down
- Down Fill:
- 650
- Center Back Lenth:
- 29.5in [M]
- Hood:
- Yes
- Pockets:
- 2 fleece-lined hand, 1 interior stash, 1 chest zip
- Waterproof:
- Super water-resistant
- Recommended Use:
- Backcountry, alpine climbing, general winter wear
- Warranty:
- Lifetime (manufacturer defect)
- Country of Origin:
- China
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