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Down Jackets Sierra Designs Whitney DriDown Hoodie $169, 14 oz. (men’s medium) Sizes: men’s S-XXL, women’s XS-XL Moosejaw.com

Sierra Designs Sierra DriDown Jacket $159, 12 oz. (men’s medium) Sizes: men’s S-XXL, women’s XS-XL Moosejaw.com

The best, three-season down and synthetic insulated jackets stand out for high-quality construction and materials—which translates to abundant warmth per ounce, low weight, and excellent packability. They also range from over $200 to nearly $400, and while worth every dollar, those prices put them out of reach for some consumers. What do you do? More-affordable puffy jackets generally have lower-quality insulation. That’s why the Sierra Designs Whitney Hoodie and Sierra Jacket, stuffed with 800-fill, water-resistant DriDown, look so enticing. My field testing found some flaws but still demonstrated why they’re a good value. Read on.

Sierra Designs Whitney DriDown Hoodie.

I wore the Whitney Hoodie—which is simply the hooded version of the Sierra DriDown Jacket, both of which come in men’s and women’s sizes—on numerous spring evenings and mornings camping in Idaho’s City of Rocks National Reserve. I saw very windy conditions that created a wind chill in the low 40s Fahrenheit, and wore the hoodie in rain showers one morning. A friend wore it on cool evenings camping on the Grand Canyon’s North Rim and Esplanade on a four-day May backpacking trip on the the Thunder River-Deer Creek Loop, and in camps on a six-day bikepacking trip in May in Arizona, with a couple of mornings around freezing.

Most unique for moderately priced puffy jackets, SD’s Whitney Hoodie and Sierra Jacket are stuffed with 800-fill DriDown insulation. Its water-resistant down feathers repel moisture well enough to essentially postpone the usual loss of loft and warmth that occurs when standard down gets wet—even the various forms of water-resistant down will get soaked eventually if rained on enough. The Whitney’s shell got quite wet during about two hours of light but steady showers in camp at the City of Rocks, but I stayed dry inside it and noticed no compromise in the jacket’s warmth or loft.

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Sierra Designs Whitney DriDown Hoodie.

Both jackets have features you’d find in pricier models: two zippered hand pockets, a zippered chest pocket, and an internal kangaroo pocket, and they stuff into the left zippered hand pocket, creating the ancillary benefit of a large, soft backpacking pillow. If squished inside a pack, it compresses to about the size of a cantaloupe. A note about the weight: My men’s medium Whitney Hoodie weighs 14 ounces on my scale, significantly less than the given weight of nearly 18.7 ounces at SD’s website. SD also lists the Sierra Jacket as 1.7 ounces lighter than the Whitney, which is why I give its weight above as 12.3 ounces.

One of the nicest design features is the sleeve cuffs, which have an elasticized inner cuff within the external, puffy sleeve, sort of like an internal gaiter on snow pants: The inner cuff seals snugly around the wrist, completely blocking out cold air. The hoodie’s and jacket’s construction is high quality, with baffles that prevent the down from migrating, an adjustable hem to seal out drafts, and a reasonably durable 40-denier polyester nylon shell.

Whitney DriDown Hoodie stuffed.

The Whitney and Sierra differ only in that the former has an elasticized, helmet-compatible hood—which is the focus of my one complaint about the Whitney: Why isn’t the hood adjustable? Sure, that would increase the price, but it’s a nicely insulated, high-volume hood designed to accommodate a helmet; without a helmet on, the hood doesn’t fit closely around your head, and it certainly doesn’t turn with your head. A strong gust blows the hood off. The collar also does not fit closely around the neck, even with the jacket fully zipped, allowing cold air to creep in. SD explained to me via email: “Elastic hems and high, zippable collar seal in the warmth, it keeps the design simpler, and the fitted hood helps to accommodate helmets.” But the hood isn’t sufficiently elasticized to create a close fit on the head and bring the collar in tighter.

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If you’re a climber and need an affordable, water-resistant, packable down jacket primarily for wearing a helmet while climbing, or if you’re wearing the hood over a warm hat and thus filling up the hood volume so that it fits better, the Whitney’s a good value. For backpackers and others, get the Sierra DriDown Jacket and just pack a warm hat.

BUY IT NOW You can support my work on this blog by clicking any of these links to purchase a Sierra Designs men’s Whitney DriDown Hoodie at Moosejaw.com, or a Sierra Designs women’s Whitney DriDown Hoodie at Moosejaw.com; or SD’s hoodless version of the Whitney, the men’s Sierra Dridown Jacket at Moosejaw.com, or the women’s Sierra Dridown Jacket at Moosejaw.com.

See my “Review: The 10 Best Down Jackets” and my blog post, “Ask Me: How Can You Tell How Warm a Down Jacket Is?,” and all of my reviews of insulated jackets and outdoor apparel that I like at The Big Outside.

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1. He moves away from his mother around 3 months

If the kitten has the possibility of living near its mother after being weaned, it still seeks its contact and simulates feedings until the phase when it is detached. With a few exceptions, this moment occurs around the age of 3 to 4 months and marks his first steps towards independence. At this stage, its growth is not complete, but it knows how to hunt, explore, watch and defend its territory. He has all the skills that will allow him to survive: to him, freedom!

2. At 3 months old, he can participate in a cat show

The legal age to be entered in a competition is 3 months. To participate in the exhibition in the Purebred kitten category (25 € registration fee), he must be identified (by tattoo or microchip ), vaccinated (with up-to-date health record) and present a pedigree on which appears its identity and its filiation over 3 generations. The cat without pedigree (that is to say, of alley) can be presented in the category House cat, open to all. Information on loof.asso.fr , the site of the official book of feline origins.

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3. At 4 months, he takes possession of his domain

The more the animal detaches itself from the maternal breast, the more it makes discoveries and becomes attached to delimiting a space of its own. He begins to rub his chin and make his claws on reliefs, both in the garden (stones, branches…) and in the house (angles of walls, corners of tables and other furniture legs…) to deposit his scent there. . He marks his place of life to warn others that the place is occupied.

4. The female has her heat between 4 and 18 months

The mating season marks the entry of your four-legged companion into the reproductive cycle. But not all females mature at the same age. What triggers heat (or "estrus")? The longer the days (from February to October) and the higher the weight of the cat (at least 75% of the adult weight), the earlier the entry into puberty. In general, small females ( Siamese , Singapura, Oriental, etc.), whose growth is faster, have their heat earlier than large breeds ( Norwegian , Maine Coon, etc.).

5. The male changes patch between 5 and 18 months

At the ungrateful age, the tomcat produces sperm and changes its behavior under the influence of male hormones: its meowing becomes serious, its urine smells strong and it projects drops on vertical supports to mark its sector. If he has access to the outside, he moves further and further away from the house, defends his stronghold vigorously and often fights with his associates. The peak of the "crisis" occurs when testosterone peaks, around the age of 10 months.

6. It has its final coat between 12 and 24 months

The cat's coat changes as it grows. The colors and the designs (spots, stripes…) appear little by little on his fur . They are different from one race to another. White at birth, the Siamese darkens over the weeks, and the patterns formed by their hairs are fixed when they reach their first birthday. As for the characteristic spots of bengal, they sometimes stabilize only after two years.

7. He has his adult teeth between 5 and 7 months

Like the child, the kitten has temporary baby teeth, which fall out and are renewed when it is between 3 and 5 months: first the incisors, then the fangs and premolars appear, and finally, the molars, which 'we see in the back of the mouth. The permanent teeth bud at the level of the jaws, then, as they grow, press on the roots of the milk teeth, which cross the gums until they fall out. Result: between 5 and 7 months, the cat has 30 teeth.

8. He is active 8 hours a day

The more he grows, the less he sleeps! The adolescent cat sleeps only sixteen hours a day, with fifteen to twenty naps taken in different places of the house. What about the time left? Our tomcat mainly occupies him playing, exploring the area and hunting. And… to groom ! It is an activity that he can easily devote more than two hours to in a day.

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9. Mating lasts 5 to 15 seconds

In cats, it is the female who leads the amorous game. It is she who chooses her partner! How? 'Or' What? She signifies her agreement by adopting a particular posture: front legs down, belly on the ground and tail raised. Then everything goes very quickly, since the coupling itself rarely exceeds 15 seconds.

10. Its adult weight varies between 3 and 8 kg

The differences in size and weight that can exist between breeds are less impressive in cats than in dogs, where we go from 1.5 kg for the chihuahua to more than 100 kg for the mastiff . However, not all twinks look the same as adults. Among the 77 breeds officially admitted to France by the Loof, the smallest cat is the Singapura, which weighs 3 kg and the most massive, the Maine Coon, with 8 kg.

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22 Things To Help You Make It Through A Rainy Day

We hope you love the products we recommend! Just so you know, BuzzFeed may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. Oh, and FYI — prices are accurate and items in stock as of time of publication.

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A water-proof raincoat will protect you during a light sprinkle, but you could end up in a downpour and feeling like you just stepped out of a pool, like I did once. After that, I invested in this water-resistant raincoat so that never happened again. I love how this has a trench-coat-like silhouette, so it’s flattering and really does protect me from the rain.

Get it from Amazon for $44.99+ (available in sizes XS-3X and in 11 colors).

Or a pair of floral rain boots because jumping in puddles should not be a thing we outgrow as we get older. Come on! Remember how fun it is to jump in a giant puddle? Go on now, I know you want to do it!

ModCloth

Promising review: “These boots are very comfortable and have a wide shaft. I often have a problem with rain boots going on easily but being very difficult to get off, these slide off easily.” —rachel

Get them from ModCloth for $54.99 (availble in sizes 5-10).

A no smudge eyeliner that’ll stay in place no matter what kind of torrential downpour you get caught in.

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Promising review: “I’ve sucked at applying eyeliner since the first time I tried it in the 9th grade. Five years later, I decided to try the Stila Stay All Day eyeliner, and I instantly loved it for its ease in application. I decided to give this a shot after repurchasing the Stila liner twice. I knew that it wouldn’t be nearly as good, but I figured it was worth a shot (this is $6, and Stila’s is $20). Well, I fell in love with this liner almost quicker than I did with the Stila one. I was out in the rain for two hours, and it still looks exactly like how it was when I first applied it seven hours ago! As long as you don’t rub it, it’ll stay put. I also think the Maybelline one has more pigmentation. The tip isn’t as narrow as Stila’s, but it’s still just as easy to create a classic winged look. I’m glad I found a cheaper drugstore alternative!” —cara667

Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in three styles, three colors and two sizes).

A portable rain hood you can wear under any jacket, essentially turning it into a rain jacket and protecting your hair from getting completely destroyed.

The Grommet

Promising review: “I am headed to Europe this summer with just a backpack. This is a great way to pack light but still be ready for unexpected showers. It is easy to put on and will pack up well. I love this product.” —Krista

Get it from The Grommet for $24.95 or from Amazon for $29.

Or an umbrella hat that’ll keep your hands free to carry however many bags of stuff you carry on a typical day.

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Promising review: “This works great!! I’m a mailman, and it works perfectly keeping the mail dry as I deliver the mail!” —JCD

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in silver, camouflage, and upgraded silver).

A raincoat that’s perfect to keep your dog (or goat) dry. Are you kid-ding me with how cute these animals look in this?

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Promising review: “I love these raincoats. I ordered three altogether. They are tough, cute, and keep my dogs dry. I have purchased other flimsy raincoats that did not keep my dogs dry. I am extremely pleased with these. The little hoods are cute too. The purpose of the raincoats are so that I only have to dry off their feet when they return from their walk. These sturdy little coats are great. And my furry kids seem to like them, and and they stay in place without slipping and sliding. Fantastic price for great product. Awesome! :-)” —Barbara N.

Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (availble in sizes XS-XXL).

A rain poncho you wouldn’t be embarrassed to use in public, because let’s face it—sometimes wearing a poncho is really the best way to go.

Nordstrom

Promising review: “I bought it because it was lovely, but I am so pleased! It’s large enough to wear over an overcoat in winter but light enough not to be hot in summer. It will definitely brighten a gray day.” —Flowerlover

Get it from Nordstrom for $34.95 (availble in navy and blue) or a similar style from Amazon for $20.99.

A super cute pj set because they only thing you really want to do when it’s raining is curl up in bed and either read a book or take a nap and avoid all responsibilities.

ModCloth

Get it from ModCloth for $45 (available in sizes XS-XL).

A stroller cover with an opening in the front so your little one can stay dry but not feel totally trapped in a clear room.

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Promising review: “I absolutely love this cover! We used it over our First Years Jet stroller at Disney World, and it was easy to put on, stayed put, and really held up in the wind/rain. My daughter loved the zip down opening and stayed dry under it all. There is even a flap to go over the parent tray to keep all that dry. I highly recommend!” ��Momma M

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A pair of chic boots – oh wait, no, these are actually rain boots that won’t make you feel like you’re wearing weights at the end of your legs (making it super hard to walk indoors).

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Promising review: “I’m in love with my new rain boots! I used to have tall boots, but they were always too clunky and difficult to walk in. These lower boots with elastic are PERFECT. Not only are they cute, they are extremely comfortable! I had no idea rain boots could actually feel good to walk in. There is some padding inside, which really helps with the comfort. I usually wear between a 6.7 and 7. Purchased size 7 and it fits beautifully. I highly recommend, especially at this price!” —kris b

Get them from Amazon for $24.99+ (availble in sizes 5-13 and in 11 colors).

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A water repellent laptop sleeve because there’s not much worse than leaving work with your computer and praying that the rain doesn’t leave you spending hours at the IT desk trying to make a water damaged computer work again.

Amazon

Promising review: “I’m an NYU student, so I carry a backpack around the majority of Manhattan between walking to class and my interstate commute and sometimes that means even in the rain with the backpack slightly open. I’ve been caught in the rain a couple of times and had my other stuff get wet, as well as the case, but my laptop hasn’t gotten wet once!” —danielle resto

Get it from Amazon for $13.49 (available in six sixes and 22 colors).

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An anti-theft waterproof backpack – you may think you just need it for your next vacation, but you’ll end up using it every single day after that because that’s how good it is.

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The backpack has a zipper on the inside, which helps make it anti-theft. It has four outside pockets and three interior pockets. It’s also made of PU leather and nylon to keep everything inside it protected.

Promising review: “Amazing—I LOVE IT! I’d always wanted a backpack but always worried about theft. But this one makes me confident that there is no entry from the back. And the best part is that it’s beautiful! I got it for a Disney trip and never changed it back for 3 weeks. It’s perfect for around town. It has so much room! I have the black but am thinking about getting another color too! The quality is great. The seams are sewed well sewed, and the outside even repelled water on a rain day at Disneyland!” —Delia J. Sanderson

Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in seven colors).

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An iridescent stick umbrella – you’ll want it to rain more just so you can show it off.

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Promising review: “I love this umbrella. It opens so easy and smooth plus the iridescent color is so gorgeous and different from the plain ones I see all the time.” —teel00

Get it from Nordstrom for $34.

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A pair of shoe covers to have on hand if you (like me) sometimes forget to check the weather before getting dressed and leaving the house. This way, your fave pair of new shoes that are totally not waterproof can live another day.

Amazon

Promising review: “These are amazing! I live in the Windy City where our drainage systems are just terrible. I don’t really like rain boots, so I’m always water proofing my shoes. As everyone knows, water proofing spray only goes so far. I got these and I will never be without them again. Slip them over any shoe or boot and simply remove them once you reach your indoor destination. They’re also perfect for travel. I just landed in Houston for a trade show and was wearing my wool Allbird Runners out of the airport. I had these shoe covers handy in my backpack and slipped them on before I started trudging in the rain, running my errands for the company. They’re perf! Must get.” —Jon O.

Get them from Amazon for $11.99 (available in sizes S-L and in clear, gray, and black).

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A handbag protector because purses can be expensive and they should be covered from the rain just as much as you are.

Amazon

Promising review: “This is an excellent product. I’m very pleased with it. I very much like the look, and it’s a perfect fit because it covers the entire width and length of each of my medium handbags with just a little and extra coverage. I get many questions from people about where I bought it from.” —zflower.

Get it from Amazon for $11.

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A clear raincoat that won’t stop people from seeing the amazing outfit you’re wearing under it.

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Promising review: “I love this jacket, and I received a lot of compliments at the Kentucky Derby. I ordered a small. I am 5’1 and 115 lbs It comes to just below my knees to protect my dress. I also love that you can still showcase your outfit and that the jacket has a belt.” —Melissa Sullivan

Get it from Amazon for $19.53 (available in black and white).

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Or a similar purple one you can work into your style to impress everyone you pass on the street.

Target

Get it from Target for $33 (available in sizes 1X-4X).

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A color-changing umbrella, – it’s not only a really fun effect, but it’s also useful = you’ll be able to tell if your umbrella is still wet a couple of hours after you’re out of the rain.

Amazon

Promising review: “I LOVE this umbrella!! It makes a rainy day more enjoyable. It works exactly as advertised—by the time I make it inside at work, the butterflies have turned from white to multiple colors. It is also a sturdy umbrella. Living in Florida, it is important to have an umbrella that can stand up to gusty wind. I’ve never had a problem with this umbrella blowing apart. It is one of my favorite unique finds on Amazon, and I have bought them for gifts too. They are a little pricey, but it is a good quality product. I have been using the same one for over a year now.” —PharmGirl22

Get it from Amazon for $21.46.

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A waterproof rain hat for when you JUST CAN’T DEAL with using an umbrella because even though they are useful, sometimes they also suck. Plus, you’ll feel super stylish in this one.

Amazon

Promising review: “I just wanted a rain hat that will keep my head dry. This does that, but I get constant compliments on how stylish and good looking it is. I could not ask for more then that.” —Barbara Whyman

Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in six colors).

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A compact umbrella (hand for scale) designed so you can keep it in a bag or purse at all times so you don’t get stuck in a surprise afternoon downpour with nothing.

Amazon

Promising review: “This umbrella is so lightweight and small enough to fit in my handbag! It also feels sturdy, but I have not tested it out with windy and rainy conditions yet‚ just rain! I would recommend this if you want something that will fit into a small handbag when you go out and you don’t know what the weather will be like.” —Leanne

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in 24 styles).

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And a pair of lace-up shoes for when you’re sick and tired of wearing rain boots but don’t want to ruin your sneakers. Nobody will be able to tell that these shoes have a secret—they’re actually waterproof!

Amazon

Promising review: “These. Are. Great! They are comfy, waterproof, and they look like chucks, so you don’t feel like you are wearing rain shoes! I wore them when I went overseas to Scotland, and it was rainy every day and my feet stayed dry. Though, my feet did get sweaty depending on socks so keep that in mind. Honestly though, I was able to wear them for a long day and walking around and I was fine.” —briannaknt

Get them from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in sizes 6-11 and in 13 styles).

Actual footage of me when I forget to check the weather in the morning and it decides to rain…again.

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[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Christopher Crean lost 55 lbs. with P90, P90X3, and INSANITY. He entered his results into the Beachbody Challenge, and won the $500 Daily Prize for March 6th!

Tell us about your life before you started the program. How did you feel about yourself and your body? I am an active dad of five kids, husband, and volunteer firefighter, and work full-time. I got very complacent with eating whatever I wanted, and did not exercise other than walking our family dog. When I hit 43 this year, I was over 270 pounds, not fitting into the XXL clothing I owned and not happy with my personal appearance. My own father would tell me to “lose weight,”and “you’re getting fat!” I was tired all the time, my joints ached, my lower back hurt, and my blood pressure was increasing every time it was taken!

What inspired you to change your life and begin your transformation journey? I lost my father to cancer in March of this year and was determined to start a new way of life. But as usual, I let my excuses get in the way. I donate platelets every month here on Long Island. Every month they would take my blood pressure, and every month my numbers kept increasing. In May, I was denied donating platelets due to my blood pressure being over accepted limits (160/108). The phlebotomist at the blood center was very concerned, and advised me to go straight to my doctor for treatment. I visited my doctor, and she was also very concerned and immediately prescribed a blood pressure medicine for me to take daily to help control it.o My doctor also told me that I was pre-diabetic!* I was embarrassed and ashamed that I let myself get to this stage. I thought, “I am 43 and am now on blood pressure meds.” I reached out to an old friend who is a Beachbody Coach, and he directed me in the right direction!

What is the greatest challenge you faced before beginning the program? How did the program and Beachbody help you overcome that challenge? My biggest challenge was finding time to work out! Also, performing a workout program that I enjoyed and felt like I could do! With the help of my Beachbody Coach, he gave me the direction on what program to start with. He guided me daily with text messages, and answered all of my questions. P90 was my first program, and I became addicted! I found that I could do the exercises. I found that I could wake up earlier than I normally do to work out. I found that I loved working out in my own home. I found out that my wife wanted to take the journey with me toward a new, healthier life! I love Beachbody On Demand. I love Tony Horton. I love to exercise. I love that I lost 50-plus pounds in five months. I love how my body looks. I love my new smaller clothes. I love that my blood pressure is back to normal!

What in particular did you like about the program you chose? P90 was a great way to ease into the workout program. It made me realize that I could do the things that Tony Horton wanted me to do. I thought I’d never be able to perform, but man I am performing daily and hitting it!

Describe the results you achieved with your Beachbody program. Which achievements are you proud of? I started Day One weighing in at 272 pounds, size 38 pants, XXL shirts, and blood pressure of 160/108. After 90 days of P90, I was down to 230 Pounds, size 36 pants, XL shirts, and blood pressure of 122/72. I am very proud of my commitment and the desire I grew within to want to be a better, healthier person. I love my new look! Abs are very close to coming out too!

How has your life changed since completing your Beachbody program? I am more focused on my diet and my family’s diet. Plus, working out in our home is a family thing! I love working out and looking great! I love being recognized by friends and family on my new healthier look! I completed a Tough Mudder event last week! My life has changed for the better! I’m healthier both inside and outside.

How did participating in a Challenge Group help you reach your goals? How did your group support you and keep you accountable? I communicated with Rohan daily to keep myself accountable for my workouts. I was glad I had a Coach by my side supporting me and teaching me! I also have my wife, Denise, on my team. We have worked out to P90 and P90X3 every day together, and have both changed our lives together! I am so grateful for Rohan and his dedication toward living a better life. He is a great role model!

How did your Team Beachbody Coach support you on your journey? Rohan and I communicate every day! He has been with me every step of the way! I couldn’t have done this without his leadership and support.

How did a Beachbody supplement, nutritional product, or program (such as Shakeology or Beachbody Ultimate Reset) support your transformation? What are the greatest benefits you gained? Did you see benefits to your energy, sleep, mood/mental clarity, or digestion/regularity? We have been using Shakeology daily since Day One of our transformation! We are true believers in the product, and will continue to use Shakeology. We drink our shake every morning. We find that it takes away our hunger and allows us to maintain a healthy diet. I am currently doing the 3-Day Refresh program and feel the effects! I have lost four pounds in two days, and it’s also helping me to become more dedicated to my diet.

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Did you achieve any other measurable improvements with a Beachbody supplement, nutritional product, or program (e.g. blood pressure, blood sugar, triglycerides, etc.)? Blood pressure is down due to P90, P90X3, and Shakeology!+

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Whatever you need an insulated jacket for, there’s a down or synthetic puffy for your needs, within your budget. And technology has blurred the traditional lines between down and synthetics, with water-resistant down that traps heat even when wet—all but eliminating the weakness that had long been the Achilles heel of down—and synthetic insulation materials that approach the warmth-to-weight ratio and compressibility of down.

Whether you want a puffy jacket for outdoor activities like backpacking, camping, and climbing, or just to keep you warm around town or at outdoor sporting events, this article will help you figure out how to choose the right jacket for your needs, and it reviews the best down and synthetic puffy jackets on the market today.

If you’d prefer, scroll past my buying tips to dive immediately into the jacket reviews.

How to Choose a Synthetic or Down Jacket

Insulated jackets today differ not only in type and amount of insulation, but also in water resistance, breathability, and as always, design features like the hood and pockets. When choosing between down and synthetic models, consider the usual conditions and temperatures in which you’ll use it—in other words, how wet and cold you expect to get, and your body type (how easily you get cold)—as well as the seasonal and activity versatility you require. Do you want one jacket for four seasons? Does it need to be breathable because you’ll wear it while on the move at times, or will you only wear it when relatively inactive in camp?

And perhaps the most-important question: How warm an insulated jacket do you need for how you will use it?

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Some performance aspects of puffy jackets you should understand include:

• Standard down feathers lose their ability to trap heat once wet, rendering down less practical in wet environments. • However, today, some jackets are made with water-resistant, or hydrophobic down feathers that greatly improve their ability to repel water, continue to trap heat when damp, and dry faster. And even those jackets that contain standard down often have a water-resistant shell fabric that repels light precipitation (but isn’t designed to withstand a steady rain). • The down fill-power rating is a measure of the volume, in cubic inches, that one ounce of that down fills; in other words, an ounce of 800-fill power down will occupy 800 cubic inches of volume. Down feathers are separated during processing according to this measure. • Higher fill-power ratings translate to more warmth per ounce of down, so if two jackets contain identical amounts of down by weight, the jacket with the higher fill-power rating will probably be warmer and more compressible (and more expensive). That said, of course, an ultralight 800-fill power jacket may not be as warm as a 700-fill power jacket that contains more down. • Similarly, while synthetic insulation traditionally was not as lightweight, compressible, and durable as down, the best modern synthetics—including those reviewed below—have a warmth-to-weight ratio and compressibility that comes close to competing with down. • Some modern synthetic insulations are also constructed in a way that makes them more durable, although, for the most part, down retains the edge there.

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Insulated jackets are usually sewn in one of two ways:

• So-called “sewn through” construction stitches the outer, shell fabric to the inner, liner fabric, creating pockets of down, but also potential cold spots at seams where there’s effectively no insulation. This method reduces a jacket’s weight and often its cost, and is practical in ultralight jackets for moderate temperatures (think summer in the mountains). • The more-expensive method of creating so-called box baffles eliminates cold spots and makes a jacket look puffier, but adds weight and usually cost.

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How Warm a Jacket Do You Need?

As I write in my blog post “Ask Me: How Can You Tell How Warm a Down Jacket Is?”, an insulated jacket’s total weight offers a rough idea of how warm it is. But that’s certainly not precise. Warmth (and weight) will vary with factors like type, quality, and amount of insulation, the jacket’s construction, and whether it has a hood.

Still, with down and synthetic jackets, I look at the garment’s total weight as a general guideline to its warmth. Although I encounter exceptions to the following weight categories, they provide a starting point. These guidelines and temperature ranges also apply to my body’s metabolism (my tolerance for cold is probably a little higher than average), and they presume I’m wearing one or two layers underneath the puffy that are appropriate to the season and temperatures.

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• When I’m going ultralight on summer backcountry trips, and I expect temps no lower than the upper 30s to 40s Fahrenheit, I bring a down or puffy jacket weighing seven to 11 ounces, and I supplement with my other layers or get in my sleeping bag when necessary. • For trips when the temp could dip below freezing, I want a jacket that’s 12 to 16 ounces. • For colder trips and in winter in the backcountry, my insulated jacket weighs roughly 18 to 22 ounces.

Having a hood certainly keeps you warmer and is worth the additional weight and cost. You should consider whether other layers in your clothing system already have a hood, and make sure that any two hoods you’re wearing together pair up well.

I usually consider a hood mandatory in temperatures near and below freezing, but less important on milder trips, when I’ll pack a hoodless, ultralight puffy jacket to reduce pack weight and because I’m bringing a hat, anyway. However, I also consider the activities for which I’ll use the jacket; for high-speed activities in cold temps, I usually wear a lighter, hoodless insulated jacket.

Which is Better, Down or Synthetic?

In my experience, if you compare a down and synthetic insulated jacket of the same weight and basic design—for example, assuming both have a hood—I still find that down feathers have the edge in pure warmth. I think that assessment bears out in the products listed below.

To simplify your choice between down and synthetic insulation, think of it this way: If you want a puffy jacket primarily for warmth when you’re inactive (say, in camp), and expect mostly dry conditions or to wear a rain shell over the puffy when needed, get a down jacket. Get water-resistant down if it may occasionally have to endure a light shower. But if you expect to often wear it in wet conditions, get a synthetic puffy. If you will wear it while active in wet conditions, get a synthetic puffy with breathable insulation.

I’ve ranked the following down and synthetic puffy jackets roughly in order from lightest to warmest in each of these two categories. Please share what you think of my review or any of the jackets covered here in the comments section at the bottom of this story.

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The Best Down Jackets

Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Down Jacket.

Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Down Jacket $325, 7 oz. (men’s medium) Sizes: men’s S-XXL, women’s XS-XL moosejaw.com

When my goal is minimizing pack weight on summer trips with cool but not freezing nights, I bring this wispy jacket. The 800-fill, water-resistant, Q.Shield down delivers beaucoup warmth for such a svelte jacket, and quilted construction prevents the feathers from shifting around. The design is simple: A high collar seals out cold air and wind, and a drawcord hem keeps out drafts from below. When stuffed into one of the two roomy, zippered hand pockets, the jacket packs down to the size of a liter bottle—and lofts up almost instantly even after a couple days stuffed. The very light, seven-denier by 10-denier ripstop nylon shell hasn’t leaked feathers, but be gentle with it.

Read my full review of the Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Down Jacket.

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Want an affordable, quality down jacket? Get the men’s or women’s Sierra Designs Sierra DriDown Jacket, or the men’s or women’s REI 650 Down Jacket. (Read my review.)

Feathered Friends Eos Down Jacket.

Feathered Friends Eos Down Jacket $309, 11 oz. (men’s medium) Sizes: men’s S-XXL, women’s XS-XL featheredfriends.com

At windblown mountain passes in Glacier National Park and cool evenings and mornings in camp from Glacier to Idaho’s Sawtooths, the Eos proved itself one of the best puffy jackets on the market—and an incredible value. Stuffed with 900+-fill goose down, the Eos kept me completely warm over just a long-sleeve top in the high 30s Fahrenheit and strong wind—impressive for an 11-ounce puffy. Its warmth-to-weight ratio is as good as any I’ve seen. The well-fitted, elasticized hood stays put on your head even when the jacket’s front zipper is halfway down, and the water-resistant, Pertex Quantum shell with a DWR (durable, water-resistant treatment) sheds light rain.

Read my full review of the Feathered Friends Eos Down Jacket.

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For a super-warm, winter-worthy down jacket with minimal weight and bulk—also ideal for people who get cold easily taking three-season trips in temps near or below freezing—check out the Feathered Friends Helios Hooded Jacket ($389, 17 oz.), at featheredfriends.com. Watch for my upcoming full review of it.

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Arc’teryx Cerium LT Hoody.

Arc’teryx Cerium LT Hoody $379, 11 oz. (men’s medium) Sizes: men’s XS-XXL, women’s XS-XL moosejaw.com

Pulling on this hybrid down-synthetic jacket in a windblown campsite at around 10,500 feet in Wyoming’s Wind River Range, I instantly felt warmth infuse my torso and arms. Matched only by the Feathered Friends Eos in warmth for its weight, the Cerium adds another dimension of performance: It marries the stratospheric warmth-per-ounce of 850-fill power down in the hood, sleeves, and torso, with lightweight, breathable, and compressible Coreloft synthetic insulation in areas like the shoulders and armpits, to keep it trapping heat even when wet. A close-fitting, under-the-helmet, adjustable hood amps up the warmth. It has two zippered hand pockets, and the shell’s DWR (durable, water-resistant treatment) fends off light precipitation.

Read my full review of the Arc’teryx Cerium LT Hoody.

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Mountain Hardwear StretchDown Jacket. The hood is on the shell underneath.

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From backcountry skiing in a below-zero wind chill to resort skiing in sunshine with temperatures in the teens Fahrenheit, this puffy jacket stood out for three reasons. Most importantly, it kept me warm alone or under a shell. Second, it was noticeably more comfortable than some puffy jackets, because both the fabric and the down-filled chambers stretch. And third, after getting wet from sweat (inside) or falling snow (outside), it still kept me warm. Credit goes to Hardwear’s 750-fill Q.Shield waterproof down, which repels moisture and retains loft when wet; and the unique, stretch-welded channel construction, which moves with you and traps heat more efficiently than jackets with standard stitching. It also has five pockets, an adjustable hem, and more length than some competitors. It comes in hooded men’s and women’s versions, too.

Read my full review of the Mountain Hardwear StretchDown Jacket.

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Marmot Boy’s Guides Down Hoody.

Marmot Guides Down Hoody $250, 1 lb. 7 oz. Sizes: men’s S-XXL, women’s XS-XL moosejaw.com

Marmot Boy’s and Girl’s Guides Down Hoody $140, 1 lb. 6 oz. Sizes: boys XS-XXL, girls XS-XL moosejaw.com

The men’s and women’s Guides Down Hoody is a classic super-fat puffy for winter—think: belay ledges ice climbing, a winter campsite, or riding a snowmobile. And with the Boy’s and Girl’s Guides Down Hoody, Marmot created a puffy for kids of all sizes that mirrors the quality of its adult model—at a good price. In the adult and children’s models, 700-fill power down balances cost with keeping the jacket fairly packable and warm for its weight. Marmot’s Down Defender technology makes the down water resistant, and the jacket’s shell has a DWR (durable, water-repellant) treatment. They have an adjustable, generously insulated hood, a front zipper draft tube, elasticized cuffs, good sleeve length for reaching, two zippered front pockets that kept my son’s hands warm in freezing temps at our 12,000-foot camp below the East Face of Mount Whitney, and the length extends below the waist.

Read my full review of the Marmot Boy’s and Girl’s Guides Down Hoody.

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The Best Synthetic Jackets

Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody.

Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody $299, 9 oz. Sizes: men’s XS-XXL, women’s XXS-XL rei.com

The Micro Puff Hoody delivers more warmth than you expect, given that it weighs barely more than a half-pound. Patagonia’s proprietary, water-resistant PlumaFill insulation matches the warmth-to-weight ratio of high-quality down (850- to 900-fill power), while delivering the primary benefit of synthetic insulation—trapping heat when wet. That’s because it’s constructed as a continuous strand, which, combined with the jacket’s discontinuous quilting design, creates internal spaces that trap heat—imitating how down delivers so much warmth. The non-adjustable, elasticized hood clings snugly around your face and fits under a helmet, giving the jacket a serious warmth boost. Choose this puffy for three-season backpacking and camping, not deep cold.

Read my full review of the Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody.

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The North Face ThermoBall Jacket.

The North Face ThermoBall Jacket $199, 12 oz. Sizes: men’s and women’s XS-XXL moosejaw.com

Designed by PrimaLoft and The North Face, ThermoBall insulation has small, round fiber clusters—unlike typical continuous-filament synthetic insulation— that lends it the warmth and compressibility of 600-fill power down feathers, while retaining the ability of synthetic material to continue trapping heat when wet. A good value, the original ThermoBall Jacket packs into one of its two zippered hand pockets and performs as an outer layer for three-season backpacking or camping or a middle layer in sub-freezing temps. TNF has produced variants of this jacket, including the ThermoBall Active Jacket, which removes the insulation from the sleeves to make the jacket better for on-the-go activities in cold temps.

Read my review of The North Face ThermoBall Active Jacket.

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What touches your skin matters, too. See my picks for the best base layers for any season.

Outdoor Research Ascendant Hoody.

Outdoor Research Ascendant Hoody $215, 12 oz. Sizes: men’s S-XXL, women’s XS-XL moosejaw.com

Make insulation light, breathable, and water-resistant, and you have a jacket that comes out of the closet in all seasons and stays on your back in widely varying conditions. Polartec’s newest generation of breathable insulation, Alpha Direct, consists of low-density fibers packed between air-permeable woven fabric layers, that allow moisture to pass through the Ascendant Hoody. Very compressible, the jacket stuffs into one of its two zippered hand pockets, and has a close-fitting, helmet-compatible hood and thumbholes in the cuffs. And it’s impressively warm for 12 ounces. While most useful from fall through spring, this is a legitimate four-season insulation layer for backpacking, climbing, backcountry skiing, mountaineering, bike commuting, or throwing on after you finish a trail run.

Read my full review of the Outdoor Research Ascendant Hoody.

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Patagonia Nano Puff Hoody.

Patagonia Nano Puff Hoody $249, 13 oz. Sizes: men’s XS-XXL, women’s XXS-XL moosejaw.com

On backpacking trips from Idaho’s Sawtooths to the North Cascades, this packable, hooded puffy kept me warm down to around 40° F. Made with 55 percent recycled polyester, the PrimaLoft Gold Insulation Eco consists of fibers a fraction of the diameter of a human hair that create tiny air pockets to trap heat. Softer and more compressible than thicker-diameter synthetic fibers, PrimaLoft Gold has a warmth-per-ounce ratio similar to down. Those water-resistant fibers also maintain their air pockets when wet: PrimaLoft claims that Gold Eco maintains 98 percent of its dry thermal efficiency when wet. The jacket zips into its inside chest pocket, and its shell fabric has a DWR (durable, water-resistant treatment) that repels light precipitation.

Read my full review of the Patagonia Nano Puff Hoody.

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Outdoor Research Refuge Hooded Jacket.

Outdoor Research Refuge Hooded Jacket $199, 1 lb. 2 oz. Sizes: men’s S-XXL, women’s XS-XL moosejaw.com

If you want an insulated jacket with versatility across activities—and activity levels—and in all seasons and weather, a jacket with breathable synthetic insulation will usually outperform any feather-filled or synthetic competitor. OR’s Refuge Hooded Jacket stands out for all of those reasons, plus warmth that rivals pricier down jackets. It ably crosses over from snow sports to backpacking, climbing, and other mountain activities in summer, thanks to OR’s new, proprietary VerticalX synthetic insulation, which has superior stretch, breathability, and warmth for its weight that may be better than any other synthetic puffy, and that rivals many down puffy jackets of comparable weight. It also sports a fully adjustable hood, a trim, efficient fit that still allows for layering, and an abundance of pockets.

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22 Things To Help You Stay Dry During The Next Rainy Day

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