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Patagonia Nano-Air Insulated Hooded Jacket – Men’s

The Patagonia Nano-Air Insulated Hooded Jacket for men is an insulated, comfortable, breathable, versatile jacket. It is ideal as a mid-layer for below-freezing activities or a stand-alone layer for above freezing temperatures. Despite not being very wind-resistant, this jacket will keep you warm in a variety of conditions, due to the active insulation.

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The North Face ThermoBall Hooded Insulated Jacket – Men’s

The North Face ThermoBall Hooded Insulated Jacket for men is a good choice for outdoor adventures. The smooth feel, insulated hood, and synthetic insulation of this jacket make it a fine mid-layer or stand-alone jacket in moderate temperatures. However, this jacket is neither the warmest, lightest or most breathable.

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Patagonia Nano Puff Hooded Insulated Jacket – Men’s

The Patagonia Nano Puff Hooded Insulated Jacket for men is a classic staple for many outdoor enthusiasts due to the stylish design and basic features, such as mid-layer warmth, softness, versatility, and compressibility. This jacket is a great choice for layering underneath a shell when facing the elements or wearing alone on moderate temperature days.

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Patagonia Down Sweater Hooded Jacket – Men’s

The Patagonia Down Sweater Hooded Jacket for men is great for outdoor adventures in cold climates due to the warmth factor, comfortable fit and feel, and protective hood. The color variety, flattering fit, and versatility make this jacket a top choice for activities ranging from going on a hike to going to the store.

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Arc’teryx Cerium LT Hooded Down Jacket – Men’s

The Cerium LT hoody for men is one of the best mid-layer down jackets on the market. It is lightweight yet very warm and also provides some wind and water resistance. The fit allows heat to be retained, and the material provides durability while remaining comfortable and proving to be an ideal choice for layering over baselayers, or under weather-resistant shells.

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Patagonia Nano Puff Insulated Jacket – Men’s

The Patagonia Nano Puff Insulated Jacket for men is a popular choice among outdoor athletes and stylish gym-goers. The variety of colors, softness, and lightweight material allow for multiple-season wear. The technical specs, such as wind-resistance, rain-repellence, and warmth, make this a quality option for a mid-layer or stand-alone jacket in moderate temperatures.

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Arc’teryx Atom LT Hooded Insulated Jacket

The Arc’teryx Atom LT Hooded Insulated Jacket is warm, breathable and provides some protection from wind and precipitation. It’s functionality is ideal for strenuous cold weather activities and its style allows it to be worn around town.

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Patagonia Micro Puff Insulated Jacket

The Patagonia Micro Puff Insulated Jacket is the ultimate mid-layer jacket for weight conscious backpackers. It is incredibly light, warm and packable. However, it suffers from durability issues and some users complain that the fit is awkward.

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RAB Xenon X Insulated Jacket

The RAB Xenon X Insulated Jacket is warm, weather resistant, and comfortable. It trades a lack of breathability for superior insulation, but this jacket is a terrific mid-layer option that can even occasionally fill-in as an outer layer.

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Patagonia Nano-Air Light Hybrid Jacket

The Patagonia Nano-Air Light Hybrid Jacket provides solid warmth and breathability for high intensity activities in cold weather. It cannot be trusted as your sole outer layer if rain or wind is expected, but excels as a mid-layer in these conditions, or as an outer layer in cold, dry and calm weather.

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