Entries filed under 'down'

DriDown Bags Debut at REI; Sierra Designs Lab Director Explains Water-Repellent Down

Science, it appears, has hatched a way to make goose down, the most prized insulator in outdoor gear, resistant to its greatest nemesis—moisture. Sierra Designs is the first gear-maker to bring water-resistant down in sleeping bags to market. Its first collection arrives in June: 3 men's Zissou bags, rated 6°F (3 lbs. 1 oz., regular length, as are the other men's weights shown here), 18°F (2 lbs. 11 oz.) and 27°F (2 lbs. 1 oz.), and 2 women's Eleanor bags, rated 19°F (3 lbs.) and 29°F (2 lbs. 9 ...

Posted by T.D. Wood on April 27, 2012 12:59 PM & Tagged DriDown, Sierra Designs, down, goose down and sleeping bags | permalink | Comments



Fall Is Coming: What Insulated Jacket Will You Be Wearing?

Down, synthetic or fleece? The best insulator depends on where you go and what you do. If you’re in the market for a new jacket this fall, first take a look at REI’s latest Expert Advice article: How to Choose Insulated Outerwear. This article by our own T.D. Wood is one of more than 350 educational articles and videos in our Expert Advice library. Tips in the article include the pros and cons of goose down (still your warmest choice if it’s kept dry), synthetic fills such as PrimaLoft (best ...

Posted by Steve T on September 10, 2010 8:11 PM & Tagged Expert Advice, PrimaLoft, down, fleece, insulated outerwear, jackets and rei | permalink | Comments