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Columbia Heat Elite – Omni Heat Insulated Jacket
Thursday, November 11th, 2010
Columbia has a new idea..use a thin shiny liner in a jacket to reflect heat back to the body to keep it warm. Columbia Sportswear states that this technology can increase insulation by about 20 percent compared to normal fill jackets. The Columbia Sportswear Heat Elite jacket is also filled with a thin layer of synthetic fill in addition to the reflective shiny lner and according to some mountain climbers this technology does work.
Helly Hansen Barrier Printed Hoodie – Softshell Jacket
Monday, November 8th, 2010
The Helly Hansen Barrier printed hoodie is a tough weatherproof jacket, although you wouldn’t know it by seeing how thin it is. The fabric is thin and the weave is extremely tight which makes the jacket very effective against the wind.
The North Face Zephyrus PullOver – Insulated Jacket
Wednesday, November 3rd, 2010
Although The North Face Zephyrus pullover jacket is insulated it packs away quite easily into a grapefruit size stuff sack . The amount of insulation in this jacket is enought to keep you warm when you are out in the cold and it the Zephyrus pullover does a great job at shedding light rain and snow. The North Face Zephyrus pullover jacket’s fabric is durable and windproof for a nylon ripstop shell, it also is very water-resistant.
Salomon XT Wings II Softshell Jacket
Friday, October 29th, 2010
If you are planning for high activity outside in cool weather buy yourself the Salamon XT wings II softshell jacket. The XT Wings II is a extra lightweight softshell that has thin shell fabric providing good wind protection with stretchy breathable fabric on the back and underarms that will wick away moisture very effectively and keep you comfortable.
First Ascent BC-200 Hardshell 3 Season Jacket
Tuesday, October 26th, 2010
If you are looking for a 3 season jacket that won’t break the bank, look no further than the First Ascent BC-200 jacket. The BC-200 hardshell is lightweight and offers great all weather protection for $199. For skiers, snowboarders and mountain climbers this represent value for their money, however it can be used during those rainy summer excursions as well.
L.L Bean Goose Down Vest – A Cold Weather Necessity
Tuesday, October 19th, 2010
The L.L Bean Goose Down Vest has the below features:
* Premium 650-fill-power goose down for exceptional warmth
* Tricot-lined pockets and collar for added comfort
* Less bulky than other vests but just as warm
Arc’Teryx Atom LT Insulated Hoody Jacket
Wednesday, October 13th, 2010
The Arc’Teryx Atom LT hoody is a superb jacket, it is insulated with a really compactible light synthetic fill which does quite an impressive job at keepingthe wearer warm. Surprising because the Arc’Teryx Atom LT is a light and packablethin jacket.
Marmot Vars Half Zip – Stretchy Midweight Microfleece Jacket
Friday, October 1st, 2010
The Marmot Vars half zip is the ultimate midweight fleece. A great mid-layer to go between your shell and your undershirt.
Mountain Hardwear Shadowland Insulated Jacket – Review
Friday, September 17th, 2010
The Shadowland windbreaker jacket by Mountain Hardware is nothing new. The Shadowland features fabric that doesn’t stretch and the jacket is insulated with a warm lining, it is basically a wind shell jacket mixed with a soft light fleece jacket.
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