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Outdoor Research Helium Down Hoodie - Women's

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About this product

The Outdoor Research Helium Down Hoodie is a women's insulated jacket built for alpine climbing, mountaineering, backcountry skiing, and general mountain travel. Its 800-plus fill-power goose down, sourced from certified responsible suppliers, is distributed through a 2.5-layer baffle construction that balances warmth with a trim packable profile, with the whole jacket stuffing into its own left hand pocket. The 30-denier ripstop nylon face fabric and 20-denier ripstop nylon lining are treated with a durable water repellent finish, while Pertex Shield fabric on the hood, shoulders, and upper sleeves adds targeted waterproof and windproof protection. Diamond Fuse technology reinforces the fabric for improved abrasion resistance without adding weight. The insulated, adjustable hood is sized to fit over a climbing helmet. Elastic wrist bindings and a drawcord hem help seal out drafts. Pockets include one external chest zip, two zippered hand warmers, and two internal drop-in pockets. The jacket weighs 436 grams and is made with Bluesign approved materials.

Category: Clothing
Color: Amethyst
Hood: Adjustable Helmet-compatible Insulated
Type: Insulated down
Length: Below hip
Weight: 436g
Made In: Bangladesh
Pockets: 1 external chest zippered 2 handwarmer zippered 2 internal drop-in

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Reviewers consistently praise the Outdoor Research Helium Down Hoodie (Women's) for its versatility across three-season activities, comfortable athletic fit, and the standout hybrid construction: waterproof Pertex Shield panels on the hood, shoulders, and upper sleeves give it better weather resistance than most down jackets. The microfleece-lined pockets and quiet, non-rustling fabric are frequently called out as welcome touches. The most common criticisms center on warmth, with many noting it performs best as a mid-layer or in mild-to-moderate cold rather than as a standalone cold-weather jacket. Fit is a recurring concern: the narrow shoulders can restrict mobility and layering, some users find the sleeves run long, and sizing up is often recommended. A few reviewers also flag that it is not as lightweight or packable as true ultralight competitors, and the loose cuffs are noted as a minor drawback.

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