- Is this jacket warm enough for winter?
- For mild winter days with a sweater underneath, yes. In freezing or windy conditions it works better as a midlayer under a shell.
- Does it keep you dry in rain?
- The shell is water repellent, so it handles light rain and snow. It is not a fully waterproof rain jacket for sustained downpours.
- How does it compare with a down puffer?
- It is less warm for its weight and packs down larger. In return, the synthetic fill keeps insulating when damp, which down does not.
- What sizes does it come in?
- It is offered in women's sizes from small through extra large. The cut runs somewhat snug, so size up if you plan to layer.
- Is it good for hiking?
- Yes for cool-weather walks and moderate hikes. For fast, sweaty climbs, a lighter shell with a fleece midlayer vents better.
- What is in the box?
- The jacket only. No stuff sack or extra liner is included.
- Where is the Columbia 178866 Black cheapest?
- At Kohl's, for $145.00, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Columbia 178866 Black?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including Columbia, Kohl's, Nordstrom, Scheels.