Hooded vs non-hooded active insulation

[4th_point]

more than once in cold weather with wind i was glad to have a double hoods ... never tried removable hood too fragile in my opinion ...

I've got a hood on my shell for that. And stocking cap, balaclava, buff, or standalone insulated hood as needed depending on season.

Built-in hoods are idiot proof though - can't leave it behind!

 

[Macintosh]

@Pilsner “Active insulation” is a category of materials that supposedly breathes exceptionally well and allows for a wider range of temps so you need to put on/take off less in order to regulate temp. Primaloft evolve, polartech alpha, alpha direct are some of the main fabrics in this category.