I have some money to REI and was looking at getting a down insulating layer. Any recommendations? Obviously brands that don't sell at REI are off the list.
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Don’t know what brands they sell but Primaloft is what you want. Real down will collapse when wet killing its insulation properties. Primaloft will still retain heat if it gets wet.
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Big fan of my LL Bean down jacket. Can’t beat their warranty either.
Agreed that synthetic is better for wet conditions but down seems to breathe much better for me.
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Why not fleece if it is just an insulating layer? Down is for loafing, I got a Mountain Hardwear but use fleece as a layer when activeComment
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Down beats the brakes off of fleece when you stop to glass for a whileOriginally posted by thegrouse View PostComment
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I know that I'm ignoring your request for REI, but I have to recommend this jacket from Sam's. It's VERY warm considering it's light weight. I love it.
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Synthetic is only better if you plan to get wet. If you are wearing a shell over it, as you should, get real down. I’m not sure what brands REI carries, but just look for a real down puffy with box walled/box baffled construction. They won’t be cheap.Comment
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Arc'teryx, Patagonia, Kuhl, REI brand....Comment
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But not when you are sweating up a storm. I was trying to find the intended use.Originally posted by bphillips View PostComment
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True. Mine stays packed then when I stop put it on otherwise that sweat gets super coldOriginally posted by thegrouse View PostComment
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Since you are burning REI member rebate money, I would recommend North Face or Patagonia. They both have nice insulating layer coats.Comment
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I saw the North Face L3 and it had good reviews. May need to sit on it for a sale. Wish they sold LL beanComment
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For anyone saying get a synthetic, IMO there is nothing better for warmth than down. There’s a reason geese and ducks have not switched over.
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