Warm, compressible, versatile

By Bones Ranked #1949 - Men's Synthetic Insulation Jackets January 9, 2008

When I got the jacket I was a little surprised; the insulation felt less substantial (less stiff?) than primaloft one in a jacket I had previously owned. This insulation is definitely warm though. In fact this jacket compressed really well due to the insulation. The insulation does its job on a cold windy day (15F; 25mph gusts is the day I'm referencing) and the windstopper soft-shell cuts the wind at the surface leaving the warmth inside. The soft-shell seems pretty tough. I've dragged the jacket through some underbrush with no rips. The best part about this jacket is how well it is thought out. Pit zips are absolutely crucial to dump extra heat. I don't care how well windstopper breathes....nothing beats pit zips and the heat can build quickly in this jacket if you're pushing yourself. The removable hood is a great idea too just in case the hood doesn't fit inside your shell's hood or you just don't want it there. This jacket makes a great mid layer when things get nasty and it's cold. Overall it is very well thought out. Important size note I am 6'1" 190lbs with an athletic build and I absolutely had to have an XL. I normally wear a large but I have a medium TNF pamir that fits great as a comparison. That is just a heads up.

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