great gear!
Nothing beats Patagonia! Wow..light, comfortable, functional, WARM, attractive..a must have piece for anyone wishing for comfort and ease. I wasn't sure about the hood prior to ordering, but I LOVE it..like my own personal sleeping bag!

practical and pretty
I have had my eye on this pretty down jacket since last winter and I was finally able to afford it with 20% coupon from Altrec. I am 5'2" and 110lbs and ordered a small size thinking it should give me some room for layering. When I received the jacket, I loved everything about it except the size. It was very generous size small, more like size large. I called the Altrec customer service to exchange it to XS (the process was surprisingly painless). It only took few days for the jacket to arrive, (XS is still roomy) and I took it to Mt. Boldy-Bowl summit where it was very windy and cold that day. This down jacket is superlight, windproof and water-resistant yet breathable it is warm but doesnt trap sweat inside. There are two zippered out side pockets and one interior zippered stretch mesh, which doubles as a stuff sack. I like the elastic cuffs and the bottom of the jacket has draw cord hem seal. The hood is helmet compatible and a draw string on the back to adjust the fit, however, I would prefer the string on the side of the hood. This jacket overall proved to be very practical on the trail and also is so darn cute to wear.

would buy again
this is a trendy, warm, and cute jacket. super lightweight & easy to store when i go indoor shopping. it's a bit pricey, yet worth it. i bought 1 for my bff and bought another one for myself after she receive lots of compliment. love it.

Favorite jacket!
This is my new favorite jacket. It's perfect for every day winter wear in New York, it kept me warm on all but the coldest and windiest days. The only thing I have a slight issue with is that when it's very cold my hands will get slightly cold in the pockets, which never happened with bulkier or heavier down coats. Only downside for me though - it's incredibly light and so easy to pack down, I love it. The hood is perfect, very warm, although it took me a little while to get used to the pull cord. It's water repellent - basically unless it's soaking wet out, I don't bother with my waterproof (Patagonia) rain coat. I am so glad I splurged and bought this, it's well designed and very high quality. Sizing wise, I'm 5'4" and pretty small in the chest area and the XS was perfect, I can wear it easily with or with out a layer. Great job, Altrec and Patagonia!

Great Down Jacket
This is a great light weight down coat to pack in your backpack for back country skiing or camping in the summer time! I love it!!! You can use this as a multi-season jacket for all out door activities. Definitely wouldn't wear it in a rainstorm, but snow storms its great!