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Down Jackets

This photo shows the author wearing the men's Norrøna Falketind Down750 Jacket during the testing and review process.
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Norrona Falketind Down750 Jacket Review

The Norrøna Falketind Down750 Jacket is a versatile lightweight down jacket that’s equally at home in the backcountry as it...
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REI Co-op Stormhenge 850 Down Jacket Review

The REI Co-op Stormhenge 850 Down Jacket is a thick and durable down jacket with a waterproof nylon shell and...
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This photo shows a closeup of the KUHL SPYFIRE HOODY down jacket with a small bit of snow.
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KÜHL Spyfire Hoody Down Jacket Review

The KÜHL SPYFIRE HOODY down jacket rocks a stylish outdoor vibe while remaining surprisingly warm and functional, making it one of...
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Triple F.A.T. Goose Norden Hooded Bomber Jacket Review

The Triple F.A.T. Goose Norden Hooded Bomber Jacket is really a coat. It’s super thick, freakishly warm and it just...
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This photo shows the author wearing the Stio Skillet Stretch Down Hooded Jacket during the testing and review process.
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Stio Skillet Stretch Down Hooded Jacket Review

The new Stio Skillet Stretch Down Hooded Jacket is a lightweight down jacket. It uses a four-way stretch nylon fabric...
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The 29 Best Down Jackets & Coats for 2021

There is no one single best down jacket, and that’s a good thing because it means we have choices — there...
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This photo shows a closeup of the men's REI Co-op 650 Down Jacket 2.0.
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REI Co-op 650 Down Jacket 2.0 Review

The REI Co-op 650 Down Jacket 2.0 is a lightweight jacket that delivers the warmth of natural down insulation at...
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This photo shows a closeup of the women's REI Co-op Magma 850 Down Hoodie 2.0.
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REI Co-op Women’s Magma 850 Down Hoodie 2.0 Review

REI has been doing a great job of creating both men’s and women’s versions of its outdoor gear, taking special...
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