Outdoor Research Women's Helium Down Hoodie - Lightweight Waterproof Winter Jacket for Hiking, Camping & Outdoor Adventures

i am unusually bias toward this superior outdoor gear brand. their products are not only affordable, but they consistently craft products that perform in the manner described in the settings in which they are needed to. this jacket is no different.i first wore it on an 18 degree day and it felt under-stuffed for the temperatures. but once i got moving the jacket seemed to begin to warm me perfectly, not too hot or too chilled. the hood is amazing and when zipped all the way, the material covers my chin very nicely. and when wind or precipitation begin, this jacket truly is an impenetrable layer against it. the shoulders have extra resistant material for back pack straps not to pierce the down.the fit in a size L is more snug than what i would like, but i tend to prefer merino (thin) base layers under down for the best insulation and heat retention (even when wet). the sleeves come perfectly to my wrist and not an inch longer than need be. biking this may seem a bit short, but this jacket is not for that. the best feature (IMO) and something a lot of manufacturers are moving away from is the chest pocket. it is not only convenient, it fits an iPhone mini, Chapstik, $$, ect. there are two outside zippered pockets as well which to me, could be a little larger and also a bit lower on the body, but they stay closed in action. there is inside open pockets for stuffing the beanie or gloves should it get too warm.this is a 5-star jacket that i scored at a 3.5 star price on Amazon. if this OR down model does not suit your tastes, i would explore their other offerings as they have outperformed most others but for maybe Patagonia (without the premium price tag).