When temperatures plummet, Patagonia's Down Vest crosses the boundaries between backcountry and front with one simple function: warming your core. A durable, lightweight, downproof and highly water-repellent shell fabric encases high-quality down for optimal performance. Details include zippered handwarmer pockets, a drawcord hem, an interior zippered stash pocket and a stuff sack.

• Durable yet lightweight ripstop shell fabric sheds moisture with a Deluge® DWR (durable water repellent) finish
• Both the shell and lining fabrics are downproof, water-repellent and extremely lightweight; lining is supple for comfort against the skin
• High-quality down insulation possesses an excellent warmth-to-weight ratio and retains its loft after multiple compressions
• Tapered fit allows for underlayers; soft polyester knit lining at neck for next-to-skin comfort
• Full-length main zip is backed by a no-snag draft flap; spandex-bound armholes
• Pockets: interior zippered stash pocket, two invisible zippered hand pockets lined with brushed tricot
• Drawcord hem; includes stuff sack; regular fit
• Shell: 2-oz microdenier polyester ripstop with Deluge® DWR finish. Lining: 1.6-oz microdenier polyester ripstop with DWR finish. Insulation: 700-fill premium goose down
• 340 g (12 oz)