The North Face Ventrix Hooded Insulated Jacket for men is a nice synthetic insulated jacket at with an affordable price. The Ventrix rivals Patagonia’s Nano-Air in comfort and even has the edge in warmth. Unlike its Patagonia counterpart though, the Ventrix is not helmet friendly and is less breathable. The Ventrix can be worn for casual use or for cold weather activities making it a versatile piece of gear for someone on a budget.
The Outdoor Research Floodlight Down Jacket for men is the answer to the age-old question “what should I wear to keep me both warm AND dry?” This jacket is both water- and windproof, with 800-fill down that keeps you warm in chilly (but not extremely cold) temps. The fitted hood garners the most praise, while the benefits of the tighter cut are debated: it can make wearing a harness inconvenient, but also heats you up quickly. Overall, this is a quality jacket that can actually keep you warm and dry in a cold, wet environment.
The Patagonia Nano Puff Bivy Insulated Pullover for men is another star from Patagonia. The jacket is designed for function and features over weight. With an awesome collection of pockets, including a giant top entry belly pouch with an integrated hand warmer tube, you can carry everything you need for short adventures or nights on the town. For a versatile everyday jacket with enough style for the runway, check out the Patagonia Nano Puff Bivy Insulated Pullover.
The Arc’teryx Atom LT Insulated Jacket for men is a lightweight jacket suited for an active mid-layer, featuring a mobile and breathable design. The water-resistance and wind-resistance make this a suitable outer-layer in moderate temperatures, especially during active outdoor adventures.
The Arc’teryx Cerium LT Down Jacket for men is lightweight, stylish and warm. Due to its high warmth-to-weight ratio and athletic design, it is in the top-tier of lightweight down jackets.
Outdoor Research hit a sweet spot with their Transcendent Hooded Down Jacket. Offering a wide variety of colors, this stylish and affordable puffy is a solid companion on and off the trail. While this jacket is no featherweight, it gets the job done.
The Patagonia Nano-Air Jacket for men is a synthetic down midlayer that provides stellar warmth and breathability. With a highly advanced synthetic weave that wicks moisture, insulates, and allows air flow, you can keep this jacket on from sunup to sundown without overheating. If you ever wondered how technologically advanced a jacket can be, you need to check out the Patagonia Nano-Air Jacket for men.
The Patagonia Micro Puff Hooded Insulated Jacket for men has an incredible weight-to-warmth ratio for a synthetic jacket. Its thin materials, however, mean this jacket needs to be cared for gently or used solely as a mid-layer.
The Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Jacket for men provides solid mid-layer warmth at a minimal weight. While there are warmer down jackets on the market, few provide so many features with such little weight, making the Ghost Whisperer a nice choice for outdoor adventures in moderate to cool weather.
The Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Hooded Down Jacket for men is a super-light and thin jacket that provides surprising warmth and is best used as a mid-layer in multiple climates. The lack of durability may not make this suitable for an outer layer in rough conditions, but the mobility, packability, and wind/water-resistance make this a great choice for many excursions.