The Super Puff vs Columbia Pike Lake II Hooded Jacket
Buy The Super Puff if you want maximum warmth and a long, fashion-forward silhouette; buy the Columbia Pike Lake II if you want a lighter, cheaper synthetic jacket for active use. The Super Puff's lowest recent price was $275.00 at Aritzia as of October 30, 2026. No current price was provided for the Columbia, so compare store prices before deciding.
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The Super Puff
4.5Choose The Super Puff if you face deep winter cold and want 800+ fill-power down in a long, relaxed cut.
- Very warm: rated to -30°C / -22°F with 800+ fill-power down.
- Long 42.5 in body covers more of the legs.
- Removable hood adds versatility.
- Water-repellent, wind-resistant Japanese ripstop shell.
- Machine washable.
- Down insulation loses warmth if it gets soaked.
- Long, relaxed cut is bulky for hiking or layering under a shell.
- Highest recent price was $275.00, well above typical synthetic jackets.
What separates them
| The Super Puff | Columbia Pike Lake II Hooded Jacket | |
|---|---|---|
| Insulation | 800+ fill-power goose down (90/10) | 100% recycled polyester synthetic |
| Warmth rating | Rated to -30°C / -22°F | No temperature rating published; described for hiking |
| Length | 42.5 in back length in size S | 29.5 in center back |
| Wet-weather performance | Water-repellent, wind-resistant ripstop; down loses loft if soaked | Omni-Shield water repellency; synthetic keeps insulating when damp |
| Weight and packability | Light for its warmth but bulky in a long cut | Lighter and easier to pack for activity |
| Hood | Removable hood | Attached hood |
| Pockets | Standard hand pockets | Zippered hand pockets plus interior security pocket |
Price history
- The Super Puff: lowest $275.00 on Oct 30; $275.00 on Nov 1.
- Columbia Pike Lake II Hooded Jacket: lowest $100.00 on Oct 31 at DICK'S Sporting Goods.
Prices at every store
Columbia Pike Lake II Hooded Jacket
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Specs compared
| Spec | The Super Puff | Columbia Pike Lake II Hooded Jacket |
|---|---|---|
| Fit | Relaxed | Regular Fit |
| Warmth rating | -40°C / -40°F | — |
| Down fill power | 700+ fill-power goose down | — |
| Fill content | 90% goose down, 10% goose feathers | — |
| Shell content | 100% polyamide | — |
| Cuff content | 81% nylon, 19% elastane | — |
| Body length | Size S is 42.5" from the high shoulder point | — |
| Hood | Removable Hood | — |
| Fabric origin | Fabric from Japan | — |
| Care | Machine wash | — |
What reviewers say
The Super Puff
With 4.5 out of 5 from 823 ratings, owners largely praise The Super Puff's warmth and soft matte fabric. Some find the relaxed fit too roomy and note that the long length can feel heavy.
- Very warm for cold winters
- Soft, matte shell that doesn't look shiny
- Roomy enough to layer over sweaters
- Removable hood is convenient
- Fit runs large for some shoppers
- Long length can feel bulky
- Down needs careful washing to stay lofty
Columbia Pike Lake II Hooded Jacket
Owners generally rate the Pike Lake line as a warm, good-value jacket for mild to moderate winter. Most praise the reflective lining and the price; some find the fit boxy and the shell less weatherproof than expected.
Questions and answers
- Which is warmer in dry cold?
- The Super Puff. It is rated to -30°C / -22°F with 800+ fill-power down, while Columbia publishes no temperature rating for the Pike Lake II.
- Which handles rain and wet snow better?
- The Columbia. Its synthetic insulation keeps insulating when damp, while down in The Super Puff loses loft if it gets soaked.
- Which is better for hiking?
- The Columbia Pike Lake II. It is shorter at 29.5 in, lighter, and built for hiking with an interior security pocket and adjustable hem.
- Is The Super Puff worth the extra money?
- If you need deep-winter warmth and a long cut, yes. At $275.00 at Aritzia as of October 30, 2026, it costs more than most synthetic jackets, so check the Columbia's current price first.
- Which lasts longer?
- Down jackets like The Super Puff can last many years with proper washing and storage. Synthetic insulation in the Columbia degrades faster with repeated compression and washing.