Choosing your jacket can be a personal choice and for most this will be split between a down puffy jacket or a synthetic based jacket. For years the Torrid Apex Jacket from Enlightened Equipment has been a favorite for most hikers, backpackers, and thru-hikers to keep warm while being super lightweight. Let’s face it, no … Read more
We covered how to choose the right puffy jacket prior and we received requests for our list of best and/or popular down and synthetic jackets. Today we delve into the options on popular puffy jackets and where you can spend some money on quality jackets that will last you. We want to ensure you look … Read more
A puffer jacket is super important to investigate and purchase because it’s a critical article of clothing while ultralight backpacking. Your puffy jacket should not be made cheaply as you spend a lot of time wearing it. Over in this post, we cover the 10 best puffy jackets in this article due to user feedback … Read more
Puffer jackets are a staple in nearly every hiker’s closet, but what makes them so special? What materials are used to make these jackets? There is far more to these fabrics and fills than you may expect inside your super light puffy jacket. Typical puffy jackets will use down or a synthetic fill paired with … Read more
For a hiker, selecting the right clothing will determine a huge part of how their outdoor adventure will go. It can make your whole trip worthwhile or downright miserable. For your hiking trip, a sleeveless vest may save you some weight whereas a jacket will keep you warm overall. Let’s find out vest vs jacket … Read more
Puffer jackets aren’t like traditional winter wears. You can’t fold them as you like and shove them in the closet. Puffer jackets contain geese feathers in the puffy pockets that are accentuated and seen from the outside. Careless packing and handling might cause damage to those pockets. So, how do you pack a puffer jacket … Read more
Puffy jackets are a key component of the wardrobes of both adults and kids who spend time outdoors. They have also become a key, popular fashion item. These fluffy, toasty jackets can be found relatively inexpensively, but higher-quality jackets cost a bit more and should be maintained. Puffy jackets can be made from synthetic materials … Read more
Every hiker needs to have a puffy down jacket to keep them warm when the inevitable cold comes. This is where the Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer comes in amazingly on its strengths. Imagine having a jacket which can fit in your pocket and weighs less than 10 ounces but with the warming ability of jackets … Read more
One of the lightest weight down jackets available from Arc’teryx, the Arc’teryx Cerium SL Jacket is a sewn through down puffy jacket is built for use as a light mid-layer for cool, dry conditions. It also can perform as a minimalist standalone when moderate warmth is required on a thru-hike. The lightest weight down jacket … Read more
