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Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero SL Hooded Down Jacket - Men's
How does this jacket compare to the North Face Caribou jacket?...
By Vince
Ranked #2346 - Men's Down Jackets
August 25, 2010
How does this jacket compare to the North Face Caribou jacket? I'm looking for a warm jacket for the below zero walk the dog around the block days. Any suggestions???
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By Ed Ayres
August 26, 2010
If you are just planning to wear this jacket on cold weather urban adventures, it will be more then adequate. This jacket is very warm.
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By Jon Webb
Ranked #7 - Men's Down Jackets
August 26, 2010
Vince. The TNF jacket is insulated with 500 fill down and looks to be of more urban styling than the Sub Zero SL Jacket. The elements are kept out by a Hyvent 2-Layer laminate and the jacket weighs 3Ibs. 1oz. for a size large. In contrast, the Sub Zero SL jacket is insulated with 650 fill down in a baffled (like a sleeping bag) construction and has more mountain styling than the TNF jacket. The elements are kept at bay by the Conduit SL Membrane which is, I believe, thinner (therefore more breathable) than the Hyvent 2 Layer fabric but the Sub Zero is not waterproof. It is highly water resistant due to the fact that the seams are not taped. After all, if it is really cold having a waterproof jacket is not as important! The Sub Zero SL Jacket weighs in at 2 Ibs. 4oz. for a size large. I hope this comparison helps!
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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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