Update 06/13/19: I wore it on Mt Hood, skinning up to the crater. Please include the as a reference so that we may aid you more easily. There are five down jackets in my closet presently. With regards to Outdoor Research's Illuminate Down Hoody, I'm excluding the summer season. 414-384-2274 Mon-Fri (10AM - 6PM). Gaps in the baffles let in wind. Drawcord and elasticated wrists – The drawcord tightens the jacket below your hips, trapping warmth and making it cozy even in high winds.
Single-Separating Front Zipper. As you can see, the versatility of a mid-weight insulating down jacket is undeniable. No sponsored content. The 800 down also rebounds nicely back to its original loft pretty quickly. Chest and handwarmer pockets zip securely as per expectations. The Illuminate jacket is a good deal. During day 2, the Illuminate Down Hoody made a great stand alone item in the 40F sunshine.
The Illuminate Down Hoodie and Jacket are the lightest, warmest, easiest-to-grab midlayer pieces that pack 800-fill responsibly sourced down insulation into their own left-hand pocket. Contact Nipple Shield with Case - 20 mm(16). Illuminate Down Hoody Specs courtesy of. Fabric: 100% nylon 10D shell and 20D lining. Low-Pro Binding™ Elastic Cuffs. Midweight insulating layer with 800-fill down illuminates any alpine endeavor with an outstanding warmth-to-weight ratio. It even repelled the spray as I walked beneath this cascading waterfall. This jacket was donated for the purpose of this review. Functional Details Single-Separating Front Zipper. Pulling the Illuminate Down Hoody out of the stuff sack took seconds and comfort was quickly restored. The Illuminate is a well-made jacket from Outdoor Research. 8oz / 333g Avg weight for size L. - MSRP $269.
Manufacturer Warranty. The large would have fit better but if I lose ten to fifteen pounds (I'm around 195# now, I need to run more) it might be okay. I would therefore recommend readers consider what layers they will be wearing under this jacket and if you are similar to me, I'd recommend going a size smaller for a tighter fit. So the pockets stay warm plus offer a soft touch. Temperatures in Michigan were in the 30's and our destination forecast was calling for highs in the 40's with overnight lows in the 20's.
And that's important when you stuff your frozen digits in there to thaw out. Basically the Illuminate is a really compressible, light fleece because of its vulnerability to wind. High-loft insulation creates lightweight, toasty comfort. Women's Cayucas Slide Mega Platform. 800 fill down is next-level great. Another functional pocket is the chest zip pocket. It does not, however, have a lot of down, so it is not one of the warmest jackets in this review, despite the use of high-quality down.
Most jackets feature a waterproof coating (DWR), but this one appears to not have it. Women's Out N About III Classic WP. It is accessible from the outside, so you don't have to unzip your jacket and let out any warmth to get into the pocket, but it still keeps your phone or small snacks warm next to your chest. Brushed Tricot Back of Hand Inside Pockets. This fluffy warmth is backed by a durable ripstop fabric that's designed to resist moisture and buffer wind, so you can wear it alone in calmer weather. Pockets – The jacket has not skimped on its storage space. We think it's best used as a midlayer insulating piece instead of as a stand-alone insulating jacket unless you're in a reliably dry climate. I REALLY like OR as a brand and really wanted to like this jacket, but on a moderately cold (20-40° F) day or during ANY wind a cheap, department store fleece hoody is warmer. Elastic Drawcord Hem. Recommended retail price: $269 USD. For real robots reading this, we're sorry that we had to block you. It's light, breathable, compacts to nothing, insulates better than anything, and lasts decades.
It features a mix of lighter weight and slightly more durable fabrics; this, coupled with the high-quality down, ensures that the feathers mostly stay inside the jacket, which is a plus for long-term durability. This fit paired with no stretch makes it lose a star because when paired with the closeness of the fit your movements are restricted. Wool Thermo LS w/Inlay Women's. Center Back Length:29¼" / 74 cm. Women's Printed ThermoBall Eco Parka(20). The Illuminate has high-quality 800 fill down, giving it great warmth for its weight. Packs into pocket – The outer layer of the puffy is a 10D shell, which has been chosen for its weight, wind and drizzle resistance rather than its durability. It also has lightweight 10 and 20 denier fabric, which makes it relatively compact. Super lightweight and packable yet amazingly warm. Thanks for your support! It's a jack-of-all-trades, and while it doesn't top the charts for weight, warmth, or impact to wallet, it finds a comfortable balance between all three, making it the perfect jacket for anyone not willing to compromise on any of these qualities. The Illuminate is a good, lightweight down jacket. Water- and wind-resistant fabric offers light protection.
The breast pocket is also the perfect size for a phone and has been essential for keeping my electrics warm and accessible when hiking, especially as I don't usually store anything in my front pockets because the hipbelt on my Osprey Exos pack covers them. Fit: Order a size up unless you have a thinner, runner physique. Having said that, under my pack straps and after camp chores on several overnight trips the Illuminate has survived unscratched. Gas Growler Deluxe Kit with Adapter Hose and Carry Case (5-Pound)(2). Women's Elastic Wedge. Nestled beneath the 800 fill power goose down insulation, these two pockets feature a brushed tricot lining along the back of your hand. SO light and SO compressible! The drawstring has been designed well, as it falls just below the hipbelt of a backpack so there is little chance of it rubbing and causing irritation. I wore it in bone chilling ski tours in the low teens, sweaty twenty-degree ski tours, some windy, blustery days, and during my resort skiing. While the sleeves were generously long, the chest was tight when I zipped it all the way up.
This versatile down jacket makes for a perfect stand alone outer jacket in the cooler months.