practical, poufy, and PRETTY

By telechick Ranked #924 - Women's Down Jackets February 22, 2005

First, French Blue is a gorgeous periwinkle color-you can't tell from the website.
I wanted a baffled, lightweight down jacket that looked good, came in a nice color, and was very compressible. It was hard to find, but this is it, with added hood and water-resistance too!
This jacket is well-designed. The zipper on the collar is hidden when you zip off the hood. It has useful inner (one mesh, one zip) pockets and hand warmer (lined and zipped) pockets. There’s heavier fabric on wear-areas (shoulders, outer arms). It’s very warm and lightweight. I use it solo and as extra layer while backcountry skiing. It compresses nicely in its stuff sack, and is roomy enough to fit over my hiking clothing/shell if necessary. Slightly longer than the Marmot and Patagonia down jackets I tried (a good thing).
My only complaints: VELCRO® on front zipper-flap and hood is black (they could've matched the blue fabric) and the arm length could be a little longer.
Overall, the jacket filled all my requirements and I’m very pleased.

View Details: Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero SL Hooded Down Jacket - Women's

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