Is the Featherpack warm enough on its own in winter?

It is designed as an insulating midlayer. In deep cold or wind you will want a shell over it; on milder days it works alone.

What does 800 fill power mean here?

Fill power measures loft: higher numbers trap more air per ounce of down. At 800 the jacket gets more warmth from less down, which keeps it light and packable.

Can I wear it in rain?

The DWR-treated nylon sheds light rain and brief exposure. It is not a waterproof shell, so carry a rain jacket for sustained wet weather.

Does the down stay warm when damp?

Techdown reduces water absorption and helps the jacket dry faster, but soaked down still loses loft. Dry it thoroughly after wet trips.

How small does it pack?

It is built to be compact and travel friendly, compressing into a pack or stuff sack for backpacking. EMS does not list a packed size.

How should I wash it?

Use a down-specific cleaner and tumble dry low with dryer balls to restore loft. Avoid regular detergent, which strips the down's oils.

Where is the EMS Featherpack Womens Hooded Jacket cheapest?

At EMS, for $79.99, as of our latest check.

EMS Featherpack Womens Hooded Jacket

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EMS Featherpack Womens Hooded Jacket

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Last seen at $79.99 at EMS on Nov 12.

Our take on the EMS Featherpack Womens Hooded Jacket

The EMS Featherpack is a lightweight, packable women's down jacket built as a midlayer for cold mountain trips. It uses 800-fill down treated with Techdown to resist moisture absorption and dry faster, wrapped in a water-resistant nylon shell with a DWR finish. An adjustable hood, zipped pockets and a full front zip round it out. It suits hikers and backpackers who want warmth for the weight and a layer that stuffs into a pack, rather than a standalone winter coat. Against heavier down jackets it trades bulk for packability; against synthetic rivals it is warmer per ounce but needs more care when wet.

Best forHikers and backpackers layering under a shellCold-weather travel where pack space is tightWomen wanting a warm layer for light rain and icy terrainThree-season mountain use

Pros

800-fill down gives strong warmth for its weight
Techdown treatment limits water absorption and speeds drying
Packs down small for hiking and travel
Water-resistant nylon shell with DWR sheds light rain
Adjustable hood and zipped pockets add practical coverage
Full central zip makes layering quick

Cons

Down loses loft if it gets soaked, unlike synthetic fill
Not a standalone winter coat in heavy rain or wind
Down needs careful washing and drying to keep its loft
No pit zips or vents listed for hard exertion

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About the EMS Featherpack Womens Hooded Jacket

The EMS Featherpack Women's Hooded Jacket is a packable down jacket for hiking and backpacking. It has a lightweight, durable, water-resistant nylon exterior and down insulation treated with Techdown, which keeps the down from absorbing water and helps the jacket dry faster from the inside out.

The down has an 800 fill power rating. The exterior is treated with durable water repellent (DWR), so droplets bead and roll off. This suits light rain or limited exposure to rain.

A full central zip makes the jacket quick to put on and take off. The hood is adjustable, and zipped pockets hold small items. It can be worn as an insulating layer under an outer shell in cold conditions.

Insulation: Down with Techdown treatment
Fill power: 800
Exterior: Water-resistant nylon with DWR treatment
Hood: Adjustable
Closure: Full central zip
Pockets: Zipped
Packability: Compact and lightweight
Use: Hiking, backpacking, insulating layer under an outer shell

Questions and answers

Is the Featherpack warm enough on its own in winter?: It is designed as an insulating midlayer. In deep cold or wind you will want a shell over it; on milder days it works alone.
What does 800 fill power mean here?: Fill power measures loft: higher numbers trap more air per ounce of down. At 800 the jacket gets more warmth from less down, which keeps it light and packable.
Can I wear it in rain?: The DWR-treated nylon sheds light rain and brief exposure. It is not a waterproof shell, so carry a rain jacket for sustained wet weather.
Does the down stay warm when damp?: Techdown reduces water absorption and helps the jacket dry faster, but soaked down still loses loft. Dry it thoroughly after wet trips.
How small does it pack?: It is built to be compact and travel friendly, compressing into a pack or stuff sack for backpacking. EMS does not list a packed size.
How should I wash it?: Use a down-specific cleaner and tumble dry low with dryer balls to restore loft. Avoid regular detergent, which strips the down's oils.
Where is the EMS Featherpack Womens Hooded Jacket cheapest?: At EMS, for $79.99, as of our latest check.