Helium 800 Fill Power Down Jacket

This puffer jacket strikes a great balance between function and everyday wear. The reinforced shoulders add durability where it matters, and the drawstring waistband helps lock in warmth without feeling bulky. The overall quality feels solid and well-made. I’ve used it both as a base layer while skiing and as an everyday winter jacket, and it performs well in both settings. It’s not overly puffy, but still warm enough to handle even the cold days in South Dakota.

I have been wearing this jacket non-stop since I got it. Its extremely light and very warm for its size and weight. Over the last weeks as I have been wearing it, I have notice it "bleeding" feathers in very small amounts, but I'm sure this is common among down jackets. Overall, this is a great jacket. My only warning is that the cut is pretty "athletic" and is a bit tight in the waist,but fits great everywhere else. So, you may need to size up.

2 months in and I'm very pleased with this jacket. It super lightweight and packable, but still VERY warm. As a matter of fact, the only minus I can give this so far is no under pit zips to let a little heat out. Fit seems true to size. I'm 5'8", 150# and the medium is perfect. Feels like a warm hug without being too restrictive. So far it's been from the Midwest to the West Coast. Handles rain and drizzle well for short periods. It packs great and looks great just after unstuffing. I do appreciate the reinforced area for packs. I have worn with multiple packs without any issues or signs of wear.