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Comparing Insulated Jackets for Men

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Price $107.91 at Backcountry
Compare at 2 sellers		$260 List
$140.62 at Amazon		$300.00 at REI
Compare at 2 sellers		$329 List
$197.40 at Backcountry		$160.96 at Backcountry
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Pros Lightweight, weather-resistant, warm, durableWarm, wind resistant, feature rich, comfortableComfortable, breathable, warm, great mobilityLightweight, windproof, water resistantExceptionally warm, excellent features, compresses well
Cons Expensive, hard to stow in pocket, no internal pockets, less breathable, fabric is crinkly soundingMinimal water resistance, no stow pocketPricey, no stow pocket, small pocketsPoor durability, less warmthHeavy, bulky
Bottom Line This versatile and lightweight insulated jacket offers impressive weather resistance and warmthBreathable and lightweight, this jacket is the perfect companion for cold weather high-output activitiesThis active insulated layer combines lightweight mobility with great breathability while offering some warmthThis lightweight mid-layer works great for the weight-conscious hiker, backpacker, or climber as it stuffs away small and weighs littleWith high loft and water-resistant insulation, this jacket will keep you warm on cold, damp days without breaking the bank
Rating Categories Patagonia DAS Light... Rab Xenair Alpine Arc'teryx Atom Hoody Patagonia Micro Puf... Rab Nebula Pro
Warmth (25%)
7.5
8.0
7.0
7.0
9.0
Comfort (25%)
8.0
9.0
8.5
7.0
6.0
Weather Resistance (20%)
9.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
6.0
Portability (15%)
8.0
6.0
7.0
9.0
5.0
Breathability (15%)
6.0
7.0
8.5
5.0
5.0
Specs Patagonia DAS Light... Rab Xenair Alpine Arc'teryx Atom Hoody Patagonia Micro Puf... Rab Nebula Pro
Measured Weight (size M) 12.31 oz 18.30 oz 12.70 oz 10.37 oz 21.16 oz
Number of Pockets 2 zippered hand, 1 zippered chest 2 zippered hand, 2 zippered chest 2 zippered hand, 1 zippered chest 2 zippered hand, 2 internal drop-in 2 zippered hand, 1 internal zippered chest
Hem Type Lightly elasticized Dual adjustment Dual adjustment Adjustable Adjustale
Fit Relaxed Regular fit Fitted/trim fit. Regular fit Regular
Insulation PlumaFill 100% recycled polyester PrimaLoft Gold Insulation Active+ Coreloft 100% recycled polyester PlumaFill 100% recycled polyester 100% recycled PrimaLoft Silver Insulation Luxe
Outer Fabric 10D Pertex Quantum Pro 100% recycled nylon ripstop 20D Pertex Quantum Air with fluorocarbon-free DWR Tyono 20D shell with FC0 DWR treatment - 100% nylon Pertex Quantum 10D NetPlus 100% postconsumer recycled nylon ripstop Pertex Quantum Pro ripstop
Lining 10D Pertex Quantum 100% recycled nylon ripstop 20D Recycled Nylon Dope Permeair 20D - 100% nylon Pertex Quantum 10D NetPlus 100% postconsumer recycled nylon ripstop Recycled 20D Atmos nylon
Hood Option Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Built-In Stow Pocket Yes; left hand pocket No No Yes; hand No
Cuff Construction Lightly elasticized Elastic with velcro adjustment Stretch-knit Elastic cuff Elastic with velcro adjustment