I'm with Anne. I'd pick a down jacket. Maybe something lighter than that Marmot model. I have a Golite one that weighs 12 oz ( older model) and compresses really small. check this page http://www.golite.com/mens/down-synthetic
You can't get them wet, but down is the most compressible insulation out there and the warmest for it's weight.. That's what counts the most to me. ~mike On Monday, October 21, 2013 8:21:37 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: > > Need the collective wisdom of the Bunch here. > > Need to update my S240 wardrobe as I plan on doing more high altitude > camping...which of these do I go with? > > This one is PrimaLoft synthetic insulation but apparently doesn't lose > insulation capability even when wet and dries quickly. > > > http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/76777?page=ascent-packaway-jacket&nav=p1d-hp# > > > Next is this Down coat which has a water repellant treatment. > > http://www.rei.com/product/853044/marmot-ajax-down-jacket-mens > > For me the variables are packs small, very good insulating (I get cold > real easy) capability, and budget you'll notice that both of these are not > too expensive, the PrimaLoft the least of the two. Thanks for looking and > helping a chilly Brother. > > ~Hugh > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
