Down vests - cosy, warm and lightweight

Down Vests

Whether it's for your daily life, an expedition or a skiing tour, a lightweight down vest is guaranteed to keep you warm. If you're looking for something that's both lightweight and insulating, then down is the way to go. Down vest are great because they’ll keep you warm, yet your arms will have a full range of motion. They’re the ideal companion on mild summer nights and for early morning walks with your dog. In addition, down vests are either specially tailored for men or women. Both models are made to nestle themselves against your body to increase their insulating effect. Many models also have drawstrings in their hems or collars to prevent cold air from getting inside.

Not all down is created equal!

There are different kinds of down. For example, goose down is more high-quality than duck down. But, there are other factors that impact the quality, such as the down-to-feather ratio. The feathers in the lining are only used for stabilisation, the actual insulation is provided by the down. So, the higher the percentage of the down, the warmer the down vest. A ratio of 80/20 means that the lining consist of 80% down and 20% feathers. This ratio is ideal for an everyday down jacket, but if you plan on going on a tour or an expedition, then the percentage of the down needs to be higher. Another important characteristic of down vests is their fill power. This indicates the volume to which the down expands after having been compressed. This is particularly important if you need to stow away the down vest in your backpack for a long time. So, the higher the volume, the warmer you’ll be! The fill power is indicated in cuin (cubic inches; 1 inch³ = 15.62 cm³).

Down with a clear conscience

If you want to wear your down vest with a clear conscience, then you should pay attention to the source of the down and whether the down was obtained through live or post-mortem plucking. In addition, you should look at the down vests’ outer. It can either be made of a super lightweight fabric or be extremely durable.
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