It’s much lighter than the big winter jackets here, and far, far more breathable. Yet, it carries enough insulation and weather resistance to be a fantastic put on and leave on layer. Whether we layered it under a hardshell when the conditions were gnarly, or as the outer layer when ...
We assess the insulation's performance in diverse conditions, as well as its ability to withstand moisture - both precipitation or perspiration. Furthermore, we scrutinise the jackets for their fit, comfort, and suitability for demanding environments. Their array of features is closely examined too,...
it does on cold and windy runs. Yes, it’s not the most lightweight jacket and there’s not the flex in the fabric you’d want in regular running jackets. However, the breathability is excellent, considering its weight, and the fit provides just enough movement for being comfortably ...
When you’re working hard, you produce enough heat to go light on insulation. The TLT Hybrid gives hard chargers just the right amount, thanks to body mapping: It uses synthetic PrimaLoft Luxe in the shoulders, torso, and upper back, while woven nylon-elastane in the arms, sides, lower ...
For shoulder-season hikes where it’s hard to predict how cold it will get, this is the jacket to toss in your pack. At half the weight and price of most of the jackets here, thePrism Ultra Pull-Onis this year’s best “just-in-case” puffy.Buy the Montane Prism Ultra Pull-On ...
Shop All Down JacketsShop Synthetic Insulation Jackets Buying Advice Consider these factors when buying an insulated jacket to get you through winter adventures. What makes for a good down jacket? A good down jacket should contain lightweight, compressible insulation. In most cases, a down jacket ...
shell fabric to the inner, liner fabric, creating pockets of down, but also potential cold spots at seams where there’s effectively no insulation. This method reduces a jacket’s weight and often its cost, and is practical in ultralight jackets for moderate temperatures (think summer in the ...
Down jackets can get pricey, but you don’t have to drop a few hundred dollars to get a good one. ThisCo-op 650 from REIgets you all the cozy warmth and versatility of the best down jackets for $100, and comes in a range of colors to suit your style. It boasts 650-fill-power ...
Insulation:Octa Loft What we like:Trim-fitting, moderate warmth for active pursuits; exposed insulation boosts breathability. What we don’t:Not as warm as most jackets here. The North Face’s Casaval Hybrid above is our top pick for high-output activity, but there’s no shortage of competi...
More cost effective than down, better in the damp, and suitable for vegans, we find the very best synthetic insulated jackets for hiking.