I have the duo-down vest with the hood. I like it but have only used it a few times this winter. I like the weight of it and the hood locks down really well out of your periphial vision. Blocks wind well. As all puffys go the Shell does not feel super durable. The veil camo pattern is a little dark. Runs pretty true to size. I like it a lot but I did get it on sale for supper cheap.