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Is a natural down warmer than a synthetic down?
By kse2480013
Ranked #748 - Kids' Jackets
October 14, 2008
Is a natural down warmer than a synthetic down?
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By esilverski878650
Ranked #427 - Kids' Jackets
October 14, 2008
Ounce for ounce, down insulation is warmer. But there are other benefits to synthetic insulation, for example it dries much more quickly than down and is also much cheaper for how much insulation you're getting.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Shell] HyVent 2L nylon; [Liner] polyester
- Insulation:
- Synthetic down
- Waterproof Rating:
- 20K
- Breathable Rating:
- 2000g
- Core Venting:
- No
- Pockets:
- [Body] 2 hand pockets, 1 internal chest pocket; [Liner] 2 hand pockets
- Seam Taped:
- No, seam sealed
- Powder Skirt:
- No
- Hood:
- Yes
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- No
- Recommended Use:
- Winter weather
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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