Patagonia Ultralight Down Hoody
The athletically cut, 800-fill down Hoody can layer or stand alone with equal enthusiasm. Tight baffles increase heat retention, while its featherweight 9.3 ounces create serious low bulk-to-warmth ratio. Ripstop nylon with Patagonia’s proprietary Deluge durable water repellent (DWR) finish sheds moisture.
$349
Black Diamond Stance Belay Hoody
The synthetic Stance Belay is built to withstand the mercurial winter conditions of mountain sports. Constructed of Primaloft One insulation and Pertex shell fabric, it’s highly compressible and defends against snow, wind and sleet, so you can stay out longer in the cold.
$229
Big Agnes Hole in the Wall Jacket
This grab-and-go option has 700-fill DownTek water-repellent goose down and a tailored fit that layers well under a shell. Using proprietary Flow Gates that eliminate down shifting, the Hole in the Wall maximizes heat retention, while the nylon rip stop face fabric is wind- and water-resistant.
$220
Nau Synfill Stretch Hoody
Recycled stretch knit provides a supreme range of motion for high-level winter activities like ice climbing or backcountry skiing, though it’ll walk to coffee with the same aplomb. Completely seam-sealed with two-layer waterproof/breathable laminate to keep the elements at bay.
$320
Outdoor Research Floodlight Jacket
Aptly named, this jacket could stop a flood. Well, maybe not an actual flood, but with its fully-waterproof 800-fill down, the Floodlight is built to block wind and trap heat to keep you substantially warm and dry on the slopes, in the streets, or deep in the mountains.
$375
Arc'teryx Cerium LT Hoody
The featherweight Cerium LT is a composite of 850 fill white goose down and Coreloft synthetic insulation in areas of high moisture contact—sleeves, collar and underarms—for maximum warmth, minimum bulk and ideal fit, either as a stand-alone or layering piece.
$320