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Comparing Insulated Jackets for Men

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Awards Editors' Choice Award Top Pick Award Top Pick Award   
Price $209.40 at Backcountry
Compare at 2 sellers		$260 List
$260.00 at Amazon		$300.00 at REI
Compare at 2 sellers		$329 List
$164.50 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