Outdoor Research

Helium Down Hooded Jacket - Women's

That'll do.

For how much down jackets go these day, this is a friendly on the wallet option. I flirted with returning early on for the following reasons: 1. I wasn't sure I loved the fit. I'm fairly straight from shoulder to hips, so sometimes the shaping they put into women's jackets gives me unwanted flare. I ultimately decided it was OK. 2. It was a bit less toasty than I anticipated, but it advertises as a mid-weight, and with a fleece/baselayer its proven to be just fine for winter and means it lasts longer into shoulder seasons. 3. The shine. The fabric has a bit more shine and synthetic feel to it than I prefer. Its broken in a bit, so the feel is not so..swishy/crunchy. Just not my favorite. I do really like the two-tone style of it, and that the hood/shoulders have a bit extra waterproofing. It's become my around town jacket, so I can't speak too much to the durability. Early after arriving some threads came loose on the sleeve, which had me concerned, but since trimming I haven't had any issues.

Great all activity coat

I'm 5'5", 130lbs with broad shoulders and this fits me well! I cant quite fit a hoodie under it, but longs sleeves no problem. I like that the pockets are lined too. The yellow does show dirt quickly.

Despite other reviews, the jacket was very form fitting and not boxy, so it did not fit correctly. The jacket is warm, lightweight, and in an attractive color.

Awesome for cool morning activities in the PNW. Liwer rating only because it was not as packable as listed. Bulky in the pack as the day warms up.

Disappointing fit

Unfortunately the fit of this coat is poor. The length of the coat is just preference for my wife, but the arms are obscenely long for a medium coat. The sleeves come to the end of her fingers without being stretched. We will likely just end up giving this away and finding something else.

Pocket lining is a dealbreaker

Overall I liked this jacket. It seems like it'd be warm especially with layers underneath for northern Michigan winters. However, the brushed lining "tricot" material was a dealbreaker for me. It's like fiberglass cuts on dry winter hands.

She’s loves it

After northface went woke I have tried to find a jacket the wife will wear I have gotten her every puff known to man and this one has become her favorite.

So light and so warm!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

Small

This light as a feather 800 fill jacket is so versatile, especially with the hood. Packs down for travel. Super warm. Love this jacket!

Durable and comfortable

This jacket is light enough to be worn under another jacket yet rugged enough to be worn alone. The insulation is awesome, very warm outside yet light enough to wear daily. Great purchase

Like my helium hoodie but am in between sizes

I bought this last year. Apparently I'm in between sizes having ordered a S which was huge, and then an XS which was snug. I regret keeping the XS as I can't layer underneath it when it's below freezing. The chest pocket is too small for a phone. And the waist pockets fit a phone but the jacket is tight so with a phone and keys in the waist pockets, it becomes uncomfortable as well as unflattering. I do love the warmth and the color kalamata.