- Is the Icy Heights II warm enough for winter?
- It is a down-insulated jacket with a hood, so it handles cold, dry days and layering. For deep cold or wet weather, wear it under a shell or choose a heavier parka.
- Is it waterproof?
- No. It is an insulated jacket, not a rain shell. Down also clumps and loses loft when wet, so keep it for dry cold and add a waterproof layer in rain.
- How does it compare with Columbia's technical shells?
- Shells like Columbia's rain jackets block wind and water but add little warmth. The Icy Heights II is the warmer, softer everyday option, with less weather protection.
- Can I wear it under another jacket?
- Yes. Its down fill is light enough to layer under a roomier waterproof shell on wet or windy days.
- What is in the box?
- The jacket itself with its attached hood. Check the listing for any included stuff sack or tags.
- Who is it for?
- Shoppers who want a warm, hooded down jacket with a patterned look for commuting and casual winter wear, not mountaineering.
- Where is the Columbia Icy Heights II Jacket cheapest?
- At ShopSimon, for $200.00, as of our latest check.