Feathered Friends Blog

Join us Wednesday, July 1st for a FREE event with IFMGA-certified mountain guide and author Ian Nicholson to celebrate the release of his new book, Glacier Climbing & Crevasse Rescue: Essential Skills for Snow Travel. Ian will share a slideshow presentation...

Gear up and get ready, because we’re throwing open the doors to our exclusive, in-store-only Feathered Friends Seconds & Samples Sale. From May 20th to May 25th, we are clearing out our vault to bring you premium gear at a...

How to Wash Your Down Jacket Frequent washing actually extends the life of your down apparel. Clean down lofts better, and a clean shell fabric allows technical DWR treatments to work more effectively. Quick Guide: Jacket & Apparel Machine: Home...

How to Wash a Down Sleeping Bag Your down sleeping bag is your most critical piece of backcountry gear. Over time, body oils and trail dust cause down to "clump," reducing its ability to trap heat. Quick Guide: Sleeping Bag...

How to Wash a Down Comforter & Bedding A high-quality down comforter is an investment in sleep. Proper cleaning preserves the 700+ or 850+ fill power loft and removes oils that can degrade down over time. Quick Guide: Washing Down...