Mountain Hardwear Stretchdown Down Jacket – Women’s

User Reviews

• Matte finish is stylish.
• Warm and stretchy.
• Fairly easy to stuff into a small space in your pack for traveling.
• Moves well with you during activity.
• Stretches and provides mobility in your upper arms and shoulders.
• Stylish fit and material.
• Inside large pockets and outside zip pockets allow for ample storage.
• High-quality material and doesn’t shed.
• Elastic cuffs keep the sleeves tight without being constricting.

Expert Reviews

• Welded seams and 750-fill hydrophobic down aid in the waterproofing abilities and warmth.
• No stitching for baffling prevents any heat from escaping.
• The big collar aids in protection from the elements and keeping you warm.
• Elastic cuffs and hem seal in the warmth.
• The exterior is burly and durable without being restrictive.
• Stretchy fabric allows for a complete range of motion.
• DWR treatment provides protection from light precipitation.
• Wrist cuffs have light elastic to keep the heat in, but aren’t restricting.
• Awarded “best down jacket for women for attention to detail”.
• Features two zippered hand pockets for secure storage and warming your hands.

User Reviews

• Some issues with buying the correct size for layering needs.
• Some reports of the material starting to wear down inside the jacket after use.

Expert Reviews

• Some reports of people wishing it was a little longer.
• This jacket weighs more than the competition.
• Too warm for intense activities.
• The stretch factor doesn’t run lengthwise, so the jacket can ride up during certain activities.
• Absorbs a fair amount of water during prolonged precipitation, so isn’t the best to wear as an outer shell.
• The welded seams are designed to prevent heat-loss, but these areas aren’t insulated, so you can lose heat through them.
• The pockets are not harness compatible.
• No stuff sack, and doesn’t stuff into own pocket.