OR SuperStrand LT Hoodie? New synthetic down replacement

[Topo_trekker]

Any one tried this yet? I’ve seen some excellent reviews on YouTube recently. Very wind/water resistant, warm, and packable synthetic insulation comparable if not better than down..

Men's SuperStrand LT Hoodie | Outdoor Research

Enjoy the best of both worlds with the SuperStrand LT Hoodie: Ultralight, packable warmth that gives you the benefit of both down and synthetic insulations so you'll never have to choose again. Find out why this is a trusted year-round insulator.

www.outdoorresearch.com

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[Justin Crossley]

At 10.9 oz it could be a great choice if it's actually as warm as an equivalent down jacket. I still haven't found synthetic insulation that is as warm, light, and packable as down.

 

[Topo_trekker]

At 10.9 oz it could be a great choice if it's actually as warm as an equivalent down jacket. I still haven't found synthetic insulation that is as warm, light, and packable as down.

Do you pack both down sleeping bag and jacket?

I usually run a down bag and syn jacket.


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[Justin Crossley]

Do you pack both down sleeping bag and jacket?

I usually run a down bag and syn jacket.


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Yes, I normally carry a down quilt or bag along with a down puffy jacket and down vest if needed.

I have some synthetic jackets that I use a lot for day hunts but not very often if backpacking.

 

[ccarter]

They call it a jacket for all seasons. Seems like something in that weight range and something that thin is a 3 season jacket at best. I've become more and more skeptical over time, but I imagine it's about as warm as other ultra light jackets. Warm enough when exerting some energy, inadequate in temps below 40 while sitting and glassing for any extended period of time whether it's down, synthetic, or a combination of the two. Don't mean to be negative, that's just what I've found with super thin insulated pieces.

 

[Bearsears]

This thing is getting some great YouTube reviews by some guys I trust. Im pretty interested in giving it a try.