Disclosure: This is not a compensated or sponsored post. I was provided the product for review purposes only. All opinions expressed here are my own.
The Mountain Hardwear Stretcheddown Jacket is an ultra-light 700 fill power hooded down jacket. In addition, it is a breathable down that retains maximum loft. Woven-stretch construction creates durability.
Stretchdown weaves pockets of down insulation from a single stretch fabric, giving you the freedom to move. A durable material blend comes together with the highest quality goose down insulation in an ultra-engineered construction to combine warmth and movement for the full range of winter activities.
The company was founded in 1993, Mountain Hardwear has always been a brand with a clear focus on innovation and achieving the highest levels of performance and quality in their products. Soon after the company was founded, Mountain Hardwear teamed up with American mountaineer Ed Viesturs, who has since established his reputation as one of the greatest mountaineers in history by climbing all 14 of the tallest peaks in the world without the use of supplemental oxygen, among other amazing feats. Viesturs was an instrumental part of building Mountain Hardwear into the core Alpine brand that they are today since he provided both the hands-on research and expert design consultation needed to build elite technical clothing, while also using those same clothes, tents, and gear to ascend Mount Everest, Annapurna and others. Viesturs gave the brand credibility as a serious outdoor company, as well as the visibility that comes with standing on top of the highest point on Earth with the yellow, white and black Mountain Hardwear logo emblazoned prominently on his chest.
Mountain Hardwear has been devoted to creating innovative, high-performance, and quality gear that can go to the harshest climates, the summits of the tallest mountains, and down the tightest mountain lines. If they continue to produce gear as they have for the last two decades, Mountain Hardwear will surely keep striving to find new technology to help outdoor athletes and enthusiasts achieve their goals.
What I love about this jacket is that it is constructed to sit away from the body, allowing room to layer and move comfortably, with articulation around the side body and hood, creating a low-bulk silhouette that cooperates with outdoor environments. It maintains a consistent level of warmth no matter the conditions outside. While it does not get that cold in Louisiana, whenever it gets below 60 degrees, I am ready for my jacket and this is perfect. It is also great for blocking out the wind. I don’t like to be cold at all, and I really wish I had this jacket when I lived in New York. It is perfect for outdoor activities. If you love skiing and mountain climbing this jacket is for you.
I was really impressed with the brand and all that it had to offer.
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