Men's Keb Padded Hoodie

I was drawn to Fjallraven for their nature-driven, outdoorsy ethos. So when I was on the search for an insulated jacket, I chose the Keb Padded Hoodie. So far, it has served as a smart and stylish outer layer jacket. I sized it down for a slimmer fit and it feels amazing! It has adequate room to allow for maximum movement and for base layers and a lightweight fleece, And the slimmer fit will easily fit under a shell. It is windproof, and water-resistant - it is important to note that it is not intended for long exposure to rain - rain will bead off, but any longer than a minute, and water will penetrate the outer fabric. As a synthetic insulated jacket, it is lightweight, warm, and cozy, without the puffy look. The interior fabric is amazingly soft, and the hood, when down and zipped to the chin, feels sooo good around the neck! The double front zipper is a smart feature, and once you develop muscle memory on how to engage it, it is not an issue. Jackets of similar weight and aesthetic are Kuhl's Aktivtor, Arcteryx Atom LT, and KUIU's Kenai. Loving my Keb, and I hope to get years of performance from this smart and stylish jacket.

Wanting an insulated, synthetic jacket, I considered a few name brand companies and decided to give Fjallraven a chance for their ethos. I considered fit, functionality, and style. Fit: a close to the body, slim look. Function: 3-season, in town/on trail versatility, lightweight, durable, cozy and warm. Style: not your trendy puffer silhouette. Between the Expedition Latt Hoodie and the Keb Padded Hoodie, I chose the Keb, in black and size XS. A few notes for potential customers: The Keb is cut larger than the Latt (the Keb in XS fits similarly to the Latt in S). The black is matte, and really a deep charcoal, which I like. The Latt has a puffier loft than the Keb, but as far as I could tell when I tried both, they are equally warm. The Keb is buttery soft inside and out, so it feels really cozy and luxurious, and though it is supposed to be durable, I will not wear it carrying firewood or trudging around in underbrush. The hood when not in use sits easily around the neck (unlike the Latt, which is stiffer). The double zipper is a smart feature, but you'll need to develop muscle memory to zip it smoothly. In the slimmer size, it still is roomy enough for a base layer and fleece mid-layer, and not so puffy to wear under an outer shell - so fit (for me) is perfect! So far, so good. Not the most expensive jacket in its class, but it is an investment, and I hope to get plenty of use out of it!