How warm is the Amaze Puff Mid compared with a lightweight down jacket?

Warmer. The 650 fill power down and mid-length cut hold more heat than a thin packable puffer, though it is not an expedition parka.

No. The Omni-Shield shell is water- and stain-repellent, so it handles drizzle and snow, but it is not a sealed waterproof shell for heavy rain.

Can I wear it over a sweater?

Yes. Owners say there is room to layer, and the two-way zipper helps with venting when you warm up.

What are the interior shoulder straps for?

They let you carry the jacket hands-free on your back when you take it off indoors, and they are removable if you don't want them.

Is the hood removable?

Yes. The hood is removable and has a drawcord adjustment.

How should I wash down insulation?

Use a down-specific detergent, wash on a gentle cycle and tumble dry low with dryer balls to restore loft. Avoid fabric softener.

Is the Columbia Women's Amaze Puff Mid Hooded Jacket at its lowest price?

Yes: $129.99 is the lowest price we've seen for it since November 9.

What do buyers say about the Columbia Women's Amaze Puff Mid Hooded Jacket?

Buyers like: One of the brand's bestsellers; Soft and fluffy as well as functional; Maximum warmth from 650 fill power down.

Where can I buy the Columbia Women's Amaze Puff Mid Hooded Jacket?

5 stores we checked sell it, including Columbia, Dick's Sporting Goods, Nordstrom, Zappos, eBay.

Columbia Women's Amaze Puff Mid Hooded Jacket Price History: $129.99

Q: Where is the Columbia Women's Amaze Puff Mid Hooded Jacket cheapest?

At eBay, for $129.99, 50% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

What reviewers say

Buyers describe the Amaze Puff Mid as soft, fluffy and genuinely warm, with the hands-free straps and water-repellent fabric singled out as practical touches. It is one of Columbia's bestsellers, and owners say there is room to layer underneath.

What people mention

WarmthPraisedOwners say the 650 fill power down keeps them warm in frigid weather.
ComfortPraisedBuyers describe the jacket as soft and fluffy as well as functional.
Carrying strapsPraisedThe removable interior shoulder straps get praise for hands-free carrying indoors.
Weather resistancePraisedThe Omni-Shield shell is credited with repelling moisture and stains.
FitMixedThe roomy cut allows layering but can look boxy on smaller frames.
LengthCriticisedThe mid-length hem leaves the thighs exposed in deep cold.

From Columbia

650 fill power RDS-certified down insulation for maximum warmth in frigid weather
Omni-Shield™ water- and stain-repellent shell that resists moisture and stains
Removable, interior shoulder straps for hands-free carrying
Removable, drawcord-adjustable hood
2-way front zipper with flap cover for extra mobility
Zippered, fleece-lined hand pockets plus interior security pocket

Sizes: XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Materials: Shell: 82% Nylon, 18% Elastane; Lining: 100% Polyester; Insulation: 650 Fill Power Down Insulation, RDS Certified
Fit: Regular Fit: universal, easy fit for comfortable range of motion; room to layer a sweater or sweatshirt
Sizing: Regular Fit; crafted with room for layering
Care: Machine Wash; Do Not Bleach; Tumble Dry; Do Not Iron; Do Not Dryclean
Shipping: Free Shipping On Orders +
In the box: Women's Amaze Puff Mid Hooded Jacket

About the Columbia Women's Amaze Puff Mid Hooded Jacket

The Columbia Women's Amaze Puff Mid Hooded Jacket is a mid-length hooded puffer jacket insulated with 650 fill power down. The down is RDS certified. The shell has an Omni-Shield finish that repels water and stains.

The hood is removable and adjusts with a drawcord. The front zipper runs two ways and has a flap cover for easier movement. There are zippered, fleece-lined hand pockets and an interior security pocket. Removable interior shoulder straps let you carry the jacket hands-free.

The jacket has a regular fit with room to layer a sweater or sweatshirt underneath.