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Outdoor Research Men's Hooded Down

Outdoor Research Men's Hooded Down

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  • Lowest price today: $279.00 at SRE Outdoors (checked Nov 15, 2026).
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Our take on the Outdoor Research Men's Hooded Down

The Helium Down Hoodie is a lightweight men's down jacket built for cold, dry mountain use. It packs 800+ fill power responsibly sourced goose down into a 15D x 30D Pertex Quantum Diamond Fuse shell, and adds a waterproof Pertex Shield overlay on the hood, shoulders and upper sleeves where rain and pack straps hit first. At about 15.4 oz it sits in the ultralight class, closer to a Patagonia Down Sweater or Arc'teryx Cerium than to a burly belay parka. It suits climbers, hikers and backpackers who want warmth that stuffs into its own pocket, though the thin 15D face fabric rewards careful use around rock and brush.

Best forBackpackers and alpine climbers counting ouncesCold, dry days with a chance of rain or snow on the shouldersLayering under a shell in winterTravel where a packable warm layer matters
Pros
  • 800+ fill goose down gives strong warmth for its weight
  • Waterproof hood and shoulder panels shed rain and snow
  • Pertex Quantum Diamond Fuse shell resists abrasion better than typical ultralight nylon
  • Stuffs into its left hand pocket with a carabiner loop
  • Adjustable hood, chest pocket and two internal stash pockets
  • RDS-certified down and bluesign-approved fabrics
Cons
  • 15D shell is thin and can snag on rock or branches
  • Only the hood and shoulders are waterproof; the body is water resistant
  • No two-way zipper, so it is less comfortable under a harness
  • Not warm enough alone for deep winter or stationary belays
  • Trim athletic cut limits layering over bulky fleeces

Outdoor Research Men's Hooded Down prices at every store

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Outdoor Research Men's Hooded Down price history

Lowest price we've seen: $279.00 on Nov 15 at SRE Outdoors. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 15.

What reviewers say

Owners rate the Helium Down Hoodie highly as a light, packable warmth layer, praising the hood and shoulder weather protection and the small packed size. Common complaints are the delicate face fabric and the fit running snug through the chest and shoulders.

What people mention
  • Warmth-to-weightPraisedOwners say the 800+ fill down feels much warmer than its low weight suggests.
  • Weather protectionPraisedThe waterproof hood and shoulder panels are singled out for handling rain and snow.
  • PackabilityPraisedReviewers like that it stuffs into its hand pocket and clips to a harness.
  • Shell durabilityCriticisedThe thin 15D face fabric snags on rock and brush, and some report tears.
  • FitMixedThe cut is trim through the chest and shoulders; some buyers size up to layer underneath.
  • Wet-outCriticisedIn steady rain the body fabric wets out, since only the hood and shoulders are waterproof.

From SRE Outdoors

  • Pertex Quantum with Diamond Fuse Technology shell protects 800+ fill down without adding weight
  • Waterproof Pertex Shield with Diamond Fuse fabric on hood and shoulders
  • Water resistant, wind resistant, durable and lightweight
  • Hybrid-mapped construction with adjustable hood
  • External chest pocket, brushed tricot hand pockets and dual internal stash pockets
  • Left hand pocket doubles as stuff sack; carabiner loop with key clip
Sizes
Medium, Large, XLarge, XXLarge
Materials
Shell: bluesign approved Pertex Quantum with Diamond Fuse Technology 100% Nylon (41% Recycled) 15D x 30D; hood/shoulder/upper sleeve: bluesign approved Pertex S
Fit
Standard fit, a traditional fit for comfort in both technical and casual apparel; center back length 29.25"
Sizing
All sizing is based on your body measurement; the garment is adjusted for intended fit and intended use.
Shipping
Free shipping on most orders over; shipping calculated at checkout

About the Outdoor Research Men's Hooded Down

The Helium Down Hoodie is a lightweight down jacket with a hood. Its shell is Pertex Quantum with Diamond Fuse Technology, which protects the 800+ fill down and resists abrasion without adding weight.

The hood, shoulders and upper sleeves use a waterproof Pertex Shield with Diamond Fuse fabric for added weather protection. The jacket has hybrid-mapped construction and an adjustable hood.

It closes with a single separating center front zipper. The left hand pocket doubles as a stuff sack.

Insulation
800+ fill power responsibly sourced goose down
Shell
bluesign approved Pertex Quantum with Diamond Fuse Technology, 100% nylon (41% recycled), 15D x 30D
Hood and shoulders
bluesign approved waterproof Pertex Shield with Diamond Fuse Technology 2.5L, 100% nylon 30D ripstop, on hood, shoulders and upper sleeves
Lining
bluesign approved 100% nylon 20D ripstop
Fabric performance
Water resistant, wind resistant, durable, lightweight
Fit
Standard, a traditional fit for technical and casual wear
Sizing
Based on body measurements; the garment is adjusted for intended fit and use
Center back length
29.25 in
Weight
15.4 oz (436 g)
Closure
Single separating center front zipper with no-snag webbing behind it
Pockets
External chest pocket, brushed tricot hand pockets, dual internal stash pockets
Hood
Adjustable

Specifications

Insulation fill power
800-fill powerSource
Shell fabric
bluesign® approved Toray 100% recycled nylon 20D ripstopSource
Lining fabric
20D ripstopSource
Waterproof overlay
Toray Dermizax™ 2.75LSource

Questions and answers

How warm is the Helium Down Hoodie?
It uses 800+ fill power goose down and is aimed at cold, dry conditions and layering. It is warm for its weight but not a substitute for a heavier parka in deep winter or at a stationary belay.
Is it waterproof?
Only partly. The hood, shoulders and upper sleeves use a waterproof Pertex Shield membrane; the rest of the shell is water resistant and wind resistant, so it handles light precipitation but not sustained rain.
How does it compare with the Patagonia Down Sweater Hoody?
The Helium is lighter and adds waterproof hood and shoulder panels, while the Down Sweater uses a more durable face fabric and a simpler construction. The Helium favors packability and weather protection on the shoulders; the Down Sweater favors abrasion resistance.
What sizes does it come in?
It is offered in men's sizes XS through XXXL, with chest measurements from about 33.5 to 56 inches. The cut is athletic, so check the size guide if you plan to layer a fleece underneath.
What is in the box?
The jacket itself. It stuffs into its left hand pocket, which has a carabiner loop and key clip for attaching to a harness or pack.
Is the down responsibly sourced?
Yes. The goose down is Responsible Down Standard certified, and the shell and lining fabrics are bluesign approved.
Where is the Outdoor Research Men's Hooded Down cheapest?
At SRE Outdoors, for $279.00, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Outdoor Research Men's Hooded Down?
2 stores we checked sell it, including SRE Outdoors, Amazon.

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Hem
Clean finish elastic drawcord hem with Low-Pro Binding
Other features
Left hand pocket doubles as a stuff sack; carabiner loop with key clip
Origin
Bangladesh
Down certification
Responsible Down Standard (RDS) CertifiedSource
Available sizes
L, M, S, XL, XS, XXL, XXXLSource
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