Rab Microlight Down Jacket – Men’s

User Reviews

• Stylish and warm.
• Durable material and construction.
• Aids in keeping water out during light precipitation.
• Pertex exterior fabric aids in durability, and the hydrophobic down maintains warmth even when it gets damp.
• Baffling behind the snag-free zipper keeps wind out and the heat in.
• Versatile, and can be used stand-alone as an outer layer or as a technical mid layer.

Expert Reviews

• This jacket is ultralight and can be used efficiently in three seasons.
• The high-loft down combined with outer shell allows for warmth and durability.
• The down insulation provides a high warmth-to-weight ratio without being heavy.
• Pertex Microlight fabric aids in making the jacket windproof and traps the heat inside.
• DWR+ is a water-repellent treatment that aids in shedding water, and not limiting breathability.
• Pertex fabric allows moisture to evaporate, not letting sweat build up inside the jacket.
• Features two hand pockets and one zippered chest pocket for ample storage.
• The cuffs and hem feature elastic for a snug fit to keep in warmth.
• Jacket has a trim fit to remain stylish and keep in the heat, even though this means you can’t fit bulkier layers underneath.
• Able to wear comfortably down to freezing temperatures while being active.
• Able to fold the jacket in own pocket for easy storage.

User Reviews

• Not much room underneath for layering.
• No lined pockets for warmth.
• Might fit a little tight in the waist area.
• Some reports of the armpit cut too high and too tightly.
• The sizing changed since previous models, making it more difficult to buy online.
• Some reports of lack of durability due to the stitching coming out.

Expert Reviews

• The hand pockets are not zippered, so things can fall out when moving around.
• Fabric is not the most breathable on the market.
• No hood for extra protection.
• The horizontal seams mean that down can slip out of the jacket.