Nice lightweight mh nitrous hooded down jacket - Mountain Hardwear Nitrous Down Insulated Jacket - Men's

I wasn't sure what to expect regarding this down jacket when I ordered it. In fact, I was a bit skeptical regarding how it would fit. Upon researching the jacket, people reported that it ran large and so I ordered a medium. I am 5'11", approx. 180 lbs., 42R, and 16" x 33-34" and while I would have liked the jacket to be a little more trim in the torso, I understand clothing manufacturers have to accommodate a range of body types. Basically, it is a bit long and has a little extra room in the midsection but not excessive if you down-size. In fact, this down jacket actually complements my body rather well. Some down jackets are too puffy, make you look like you have a beer belly, and have odd shoulders, etc. However, the MH Nitrous does not have those problems. It's very light and made of high quality materials and overall, I'm very pleased. I can move my hands overhead without the waist hem rising above my pants and there is no restriction whatsoever to your range of motion for any alpine activities. It has a nice hood even though there is no real adjustments and it will only work with a smaller helmet if the jacket is fully zipped up but that's fine with me. Anyhow, it is summer here and I have not truly tested it in cold weather yet but feel it will be great for cool to cold temps. Really cold temps would require layering and since it has a hydrophobic 800 fill down coating, it should work well in the PNW where it can be damp at times. It's one of those comfortable, light jackets that you just feel like you are not wearing a jacket... Anyway, I purchased the azul color and I like it :o)

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