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Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero Down Jacket - Men's
I'm looking at the MH Sub Zero and the Lodown, both of which...
By a_f2458413
Ranked #3851 - Men's Down Jackets
December 18, 2008
I'm looking at the MH Sub Zero and the Lodown, both of which seem to have the same fill amount and are water resistant, but a fairly big price difference. I've got a MH Escape shell (XL) and am looking for a warm layer to put underneath it. Are there any differences I don't know about to pick one other the other?
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By Jon Webb
Ranked #7 - Men's Down Jackets
December 19, 2008
The MH Sub Zero will not shed water like the Lodown, and is just a tad heavier. The Lodown also has pit zips. I would use the Lodown for layering while skiing or super active cold sports. The Sub Zero is probably more suitable for alpine climbing and activities in the cold that tend to be slower pace. -----------------------Both the LoDown and Sub Zero are similar jackets. The main difference is that the LoDown has slightly less 650 fill down than the Sub Zero (1lb.7oz. vs 1lb. 110z.) with the idea that it would be used as a layering piece as well as a stand alone jacket. Both have a good DWR and both will shed a little moisture just fine. Hope this info helps!
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