- Is the Verglas Hooded Down Jacket warm enough for winter?
- It works as a standalone jacket in dry cold and as a midlayer under a shell in harsher winter conditions. It is not built for wet, windy storms on its own.
- Can I wear it in rain?
- Only light rain or snow. The water-repellent finish sheds drizzle, but the shell is not waterproof and down insulation loses warmth once wet.
- How does it compare with the Patagonia Down Sweater?
- Both are lightweight down jackets with similar warmth and packability. The Verglas adds a hood and a hiking-oriented fit; the Down Sweater is more of a casual everyday piece.
- What sizes does it come in?
- It is offered in men's sizes from Small through XXL. The fit is athletic, so consider sizing up if you layer thick fleeces underneath.
- Does it have a hood and pockets?
- Yes. It has an attached hood and zippered hand pockets. There is no stuff sack included in the standard package.
- Is it down or synthetic?
- The main insulation is down: about 85% down and 15% feathers. Some listings also mention synthetic fill in parts of the jacket.
- Where is the Helly Hansen Verglas Hooded Down Jacket cheapest?
- At Steepandcheap, for $147.50, 18% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Helly Hansen Verglas Hooded Down Jacket?
- 5 stores we checked sell it, including Steepandcheap, Backcountry, Shop Simon, Gilt, Helly Hansen.