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 Arc’teryx Alpha SV for men is one of the most durable, heavy-duty, warm, and long-lasting hard shells on the market. If you are an extreme adventurer in consistently cold climates, we recommend this pricey jacket due to the protection, durability, and all-weather-proof qualities.
The Marmot Minimalist Jacket for men is a good choice for a sturdy, weather-resistant, and comfortable jacket, featuring a substantial and adjustable hood, and waterproof specifications. The heavier weight compared to ultralight jackets and lack of breathability make this not ideal for intense aerobic activities.
The North Face Apex Bionic 2 Softshell Jacket for men is a decent choice for those needing a moderately-protective jacket, without worrying about style or intense activity. The weather-resistance, pockets, comfort, available colors, and layering ability make this a good choice for casual use, with the non-adjustable wrist closures and lack of breathability making it not the top choice for prolonged outdoor use.
The Patagonia Nano Puff Vest for men is a versatile, warm, lightweight, durable, and breathable vest. This piece is great for layering despite the slimmer fit, and provides a compressible and comfortable layer for a variety of conditions.
The Patagonia R1 Hooded 1/2-Zip Fleece Pullover for men is a great choice for a year-round layer due to the comfort, mobility, warmth, and breathability it provides. The hood style, wicking material, deep zip, and storage ability make this an ideal option for any outdoor excursion or backpacking trip.
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.
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.
The Outdoor Research Helium II Jacket for men is a great option for those who want a very lightweight rain jacket. While not super breathable, the feather weight and stripped down feature-set are ideal for fast and light outdoor activities.
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.