Outdoor Research Helium Down Hoodie - Women's
Take durable, lightweight warmth to an entirely new level with the women's Outdoor Research Helium Down hoodie. Its secret sauce—Pertex® Quantum with Diamond Fuse Technology—is ready for rugged use.
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- Lightweight Pertex Quantum fabric resists wind, water and abrasion, and features Diamond Fuse technology for exceptional durability that won't weigh you down
- Waterproof shoulders and hood use Pertex Shield with Diamond Fuse fabric for superior weather resistance
- 800-fill-power goose down provides exceptional warmth
- Adjustable hood
- Single-separating center-front zipper is backed with no-snag webbing
- Left hand pocket doubles as a stuff sack for easy packability
- External chest pocket; dual internal stash pockets
- Brushed tricot on knuckle side of hand pockets
- Carabiner loop with key clip
- Clean-finish elastic drawcord hem
- Low-Pro Binding™
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View the Outdoor Research Helium Product LineView all Outdoor Research Women's Down Jackets| Best Use | Multisport |
|---|---|
| Fabric | Pertex Quantum 30-denier ripstop nylon |
| Lining Fabric | 20-denier ripstop nylon |
| Windproof | Yes |
| Insulated | Yes |
| Insulation Type | Down |
| Insulation | 800-fill-power goose down |
| Warmth | Warmer |
| Hood | Yes |
| Packable | Yes |
| Back Length | Hip-length |
| Back Length (in.) | 27.75 inches |
| Gender | Women's |
| Weight | 15.4 ounces |
| Sustainability | Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria Down certified to the Responsible Down Standard (RDS) |
| XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL | 1X | 2X | 3X | 4X | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 16W | 18W | 20W | 22W | 24W | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust | 28 - 30.5 | 30.5 - 33 | 33 - 35.5 | 35.5 - 38.5 | 38.5 - 41.5 | 41.5 - 45 | 45 - 48.5 | 48.5 - 52.5 | 43 - 47 | 47 - 51 | 51 - 55 | 55 - 59 | 32.25 | 33.5 | 34.75 | 35.75 | 36.75 | 37.75 | 39.25 | 40.75 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 |
| Sleeve Length | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 | 32.5 | 32.5 | 33 | 33.5 | 34 | |||||||||||||||
| Waist | 21.5 - 24 | 24 - 26.5 | 26.5 - 29 | 29 - 32 | 32 - 35 | 35 - 38.5 | 38 - 42.5 | 42.5 - 46.5 | 39 - 43 | 43 - 47.5 | 47.5 - 51.5 | 51.5 - 55.75 | 26 | 27.75 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32.75 | 34.5 | 36.5 | 38.5 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 |
| Hip | 30.5 - 33.5 | 33.5 - 36 | 36 - 38.5 | 38.5 - 41.5 | 41.5 - 44.5 | 44.5 - 47.5 | 47.5 - 51 | 51 - 55 | 45 - 49 | 49 - 53 | 53 - 57 | 57 - 61 | 34.75 | 36 | 37.25 | 38.5 | 39.5 | 40.5 | 41.5 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 46.5 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 |
| Inseam | 30 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 |
Sizing Notes
Short: Some pants are available in short sizes, which generally means an inseam that is 2 inches shorter than regular sizes. Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
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Well-made, but not a cold weather jacket
First the pros: This jacket fits well and is very nicely constructed; it doesn't feel like any shortcuts were taken in the design and material and I would have kept the jacket if it were warmer. The cons: it is billed as a cold weather jacket. You can see from the photo I took as I held it up to the light that there are gaps where there is NO down. Even if it's filled with 800 down fill, it's not going to keep you warm in cold weather when you skimp on the down. This is a jacket for temps of no less than 40 degrees. I've added a comparison photo of the Rab Electron Pro Jacket - no gaps in the 800 down fill. It is a much warmer jacket.
Love the jacket
I did lots of research to find the perfect lightweight, warm jacket. REI has great staff assisting with purchases. I am 5'6 135 lbs. I ordered a medium. I went on a hike and wasn't very warm (NH, 15 degree day). I brought the jacket back because I didn't think it was warm enough. I was told that these types of jackets should be snug to your torso. I exchanged it for a small. The warmth is now perfect. I wasn't aware of how goose/down lightweight jackets should fit. Snug is best. Hope that information helps future buyers
I would definitely recommend to a friend!
Love this jacket! Love this color! I'm 5'5" and 140 lbs and I ordered a medium. I have a swimming background, so my shoulders are broad and I have long arms. I found the medium to be perfect for me! A large would have worked too if I had wanted something on the bigger side--just depends on the type of fit you want. Spending most of my time outside, this coat has been perfect for me. Its great for my technical adventures, as well as just going to and from class, or casual nights around town. Very happy with this purchase!
Do NOT wash!!
I got this jacket earlier this year. Loved it. It got muddy from the dog park and I decided to wash it. Big mistake. Now my $300 jacket is useless. The directions say machine wash. I washed it on delicate cycle. All the insulation is bunched up in the corners and the jacket is just ready for the trash
Sunshine Yellow
Love,love my yellow jacket soooo much. It's the perfect yellow and just love everything about it. ... the cut/style, the attached hoody with cord adjustment behind. I already wear it on my hiking and received compliments. I own a few OR jackets and this is one of my favorites. Now, I'm looking for lightweight rain jackets.
Not as great as I hoped
I did a lot of research on finding a winter jacket that was warm, light, and looked nice - this one appeared to be IT; however, the waist has to be something fit for a man, not a woman - it is way too tight and I am in excellent shape. Within the first week, I snagged the jacket that was supposed to have this diamond technology to be stronger than typical light jackets. It is also shorter than I thought it would be - coming to the top of my hip, which makes enduring cold weather difficult. I hope to be able to return it but it has a small hole in the arm due to the snag. I would not recommend this jacket for females. It is not worth the cost.
good layer for cold weather activities
My first down jacket purchase. I bought this as an extra layer for winter hiking but it’ll be great year round for this purpose at the summit. I layer it under my ski jacket as well on really cold days and it’s kept me out much longer and prevented cold hands and feet. It definitely helps but I need to be somewhat active to stay warm. I’ve worn it standing around at long track meets in the upper 40s low 50s and actually been cold, but once I start moving a little it’s perfect. I really like the athletic fit of the jacket and went with my true size.
Good mid-layer jacket
This jacket is of great quality and has a nice touch of waterproof shoulders and hood to keep you warm in the snow. I got it for Christmas and used it in the Kootenays for cross-country skiing, dog walking, and snowshoeing in the snow. It was great for activities where you are moving and staying warm at moderate temperatures (0 to -10 degrees celsius) but I found it was quite cold for milder activities and colder temperatures (< -10 degrees celsius). I thought it would be warmer due to its high down rating but it is more suited for a mid-layer as a spring/fall jacket. Great to layer underneath a larger coat or rain jacket for rainy days.
Very disappointed
I am very disappointed in this jacket. The material is very delicate and quickly developed multiple tiny holes that expanded quickly. I tried repairing it with GearAid, but the down kept seeping through making the coat look second-hand after only a few wears. I tried to add photos but the interface did not allow me to do so.
Love this jacket
Wore it on a backpacking trip to Canyonlands NP last October, kept me toasty warm in camp on chilly mornings/evenings. Roomy enough to layer underneath yet not bulky. Not the lightest down jacket but warmth-to-weight ratio still very good and the tradeoff is a more durable jacket. I ordered size small, I'm 5'3, 130 lbs.- perfect fit. The blue color is quite attractive. Only minor drawback is that when I have the hood pulled up the sound of the fabric brushing against my smartwool beanie is so loud that I have trouble hearing conversations around me when I'm moving. Maybe a softer fleece lining for the hood would be better.