Black Diamond  First Light Hybrid Insulated Vest - Men's

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Tackle predawn starts, headlamp descents and everything in between. This Black Diamond insulated vest is a great mid layer. Warm insulation is combined with merino wool in key areas for breathability.

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Features

  • Insulates, breathes and moves with you
  • Lightweight, 20-denier stretch ripstop nylon shell has a PFC-free durable water repellent (DWR) coating that resists unexpected weather
  • Migration-resistant PrimaLoft® Gold Active insulation in the arms and chest
  • Blended merino wool backing for increased breathability and range of motion
  • Merino wool back panel
  • 2 zippered hand pockets and a concealed zipper chest pocket to store small essentials
  • Updated design and fit
  • Slim fit
  • CLO/warmth rating: 0.9

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Hiking

Fabric

Shell: 20-denier nylon stretch ripstop with PFC-FREE DWR finish (100% nylon, 47 g/m2); shell 2:nylon facewool back double jersey (54% merino wool/46% nylon)

Lining Fabric

Nylon stretch woven (100% nylon, 44 g/m2)

Insulated

Yes

Insulation Type

Synthetic

Insulation

Migration-resistant PrimaLoft Gold Active Insulation

Hood

No

Back Length

Hip-length

Back Length (in.)

27.5 inches

Gender

Men's

Weight

8 ounces

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9 reviews with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars

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Tim
Rated 2.0 out of 5 stars
1 year ago

Easily stained

This is a very comfortable vest. That said, this vest probably spends more time in the washer than actually wearing it, because like some car seats, even water stains the front, which is a soft outer shell. I have even tried putting a new DWR finish on it. It doesn't matter. It still stains quite easily. IT is a far better mid layer. That way you can keep it from staining.

Jim R.
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
8 months ago

light and stretchy

Bought this in the summer so can't comment on warmth but will on fir: 5'10, 165 and medium fits snug. It would work over 2 layers max I imagine. Torso is a little long as others have mentioned but it fits me fine. I imagine it will be a staple once the temps drop. The material is super light which has me wondering about durability. . . .

Al T.
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars
8 months ago

Nice vest

Slim fitting. Chest pocket fits a big phone and has a zipper. 2 zippered pockets. Made for aerobic activity with a smaller amount of insulation, which is good. My only complaint is I like hoods on pretty much everything. But most people probably don’t. I’m 5’10”, 175# and the large fits great. So far I’m very pleased.

David H.
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
3 months ago

Great Winter Running Vest

Used in northern MN for winter running distances between 10 - 20k. I usually run warm and it works great as the outermost layer between 15 - 30F and as a warming layer below 15F when paired with a shell. I'm 6'2" and 205 lbs with an athletic build and size L fits well.

Dylan C.
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
3 months ago

Nice, lightweight mid layer

Hitter so far. The breathable back is excellent for escaping heat, makes for a great mid to outer layer in high intensity activities. Enjoy the length as a long torso'd humanoid and appreciate the pockets. Good material.

Lindsey W.
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
1 year ago

Warm, but not too warm

I bought this for my husband to run and fatbike in the winter, it is great for those endurance workouts where you sweat a lot, yet need to keep warm.

Morgan L.
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
1 year ago

Great Product!

This Vest has been a lifesaver on cold mornings up in the BC, Thanks Black Diamond!

Michael S.
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
8 months ago

Coefficient

Perfect mid layer when thins cool down , non restricting and light weight

Steven S.
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
9 months ago

Oh, Yeah!

This vest is perfect for lightweight warmth, and comfort.

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