The LoDown ShowDown

By Tim Johnson Ranked #619 - Men's Down Jackets February 17, 2009

Pros...Best jacket for the price-point I've ever purchased...hands down! This jacket kept me warm at temps below 0 Fahrenheit (even with with only a t-shirt on). Built for cold, dry climates. I've taken it on a couple of ski trips already, and I haven yet to be disappointed. If you get too hot with a sweater underneath, then just release the pit zips. No need for a heavy base layer or wind stopper with this coat.

More obvious Cons...Don't wear this jacket during times of moderate to heave snow fall; and never during rain, unless you wear a shell over the top. in wet conditions you will become a walking-sponge without a waterproof shell. This is a great layering jacket for super cold/windy days on the mountain. Not as puffy as the Phantom or Sub-Zero, but still keeps you warm.

I don't like bulk when I ski, so I just use this before and after the mountain and for backpacking. If you are looking for a layering jacket, or just a coat to wear around town, this is a great MH buy and worth well more than you will pay for it.

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