Stay Puft, Stay Warm

By Ronnie Ray-Gun Ranked #126 - Men's Vests July 17, 2010

When staying warm during cold winter hikes, this vest is my go-to clothing to put under my shell. Warm, light, packable and even lined pockets makes this vest a do all piece. It is a bit overly puffy, but then again it is down and it is 650fill. The vest it self is rather durable; I have used it during belaying and been pulled up again the wall and am happy to report no tears. There is slight feather leakage and some of the baffle stitching did come out and create one large baffle out of two (does not effect the warmth though). Although it says that it is not waterproof, water drops from icicles, light drizzle and snowflakes have not created any problems. I have always been a big fan of Mountain Hardwear and this vest lives up to my standards for them as well.

View Details: Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero Down Vest - Men's

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