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One of the original pieces in our lineup, the Helios Vest is a powerhouse classic that's chock full of core-warming 900+ fill power down. With Lycra arm holes and hem to seal in the heat, an insulated draft tube behind the zipper, and an incredible warmth-to-weight ratio, this is a great vest for keeping your core warm in colder weather.
Great for: Backpacking, alpine ascents, ski touring, backpacking, general cold weather
Details
- Quilted construction
- Insulated Draft Tube
- YKK #5 2-way Vislon zipper with windproof micro-fleece backer
- Lycra sealed hand-warmer pockets
- Zippered internal stash pocket
- Lycra hem and arm holes
- Made in the USA and Canada of imported materials
Additional Info
Garment Fit |
Men's Cut |
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Garment Type | Midweight Down Vest |
Shell |
Pertex® Endurance® LT |
Fill Power | 900+ Goose Down |
Origin | Made in Vancouver, Canada and Seattle, USA and of imported materials |
Fill Weight | 4.8 oz / 136 g (size Medium) |
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Average Weight | 10 oz / 283 g (size Medium) |
Packed Size | 3L |
Sizing
Midweight Garments
Feathered Friends Midweight garments offer tremendous warmth. Typically worn as an outer layer, these are designed to accommodate a coupe of layers underneath.
To Measure
Sleeve:
With your arms slightly bent measure from the center of the back of your neck, along the length of your arm, to your wrist
Chest:
Measure around your chest holding the measuring tape under your armpit
Waist:
Measure around your waist at the narrowest part
Inseam:
While standing, measure from the inside of your leg from crotch to ankle
SIZING - INCHES |
XS
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S
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M
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L
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XL
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XXL
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Chest |
35
|
37
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39
|
41
|
44
|
47
|
Waist |
28
|
30
|
32
|
35
|
38
|
41
|
Sleeve |
32
|
33
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34
|
35
|
36
|
37
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Inseam* |
31
|
31
|
32
|
32
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33
|
33
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Reviews
- Reviews
- Questions

Superb
I've been buying down clothes since 1968 and this is the best down vest I've ever had. If I need more down items Feathered Friends is where I will buy them!

Vest review
Have not received a vest to review. Communication on status of order, tracking info etc. could be far better. Also, I do not believe it ethically appropriate to bill for product which has not been shipped.

Versatile and very warm
I just purchased a new Helios vest to replace one I had for 15 years that our dog ripped into. Almost can't live without this piece. I put it through the paces for work and recreation-wildland fire, car camping, ski hut trips, around town, hiking. I've often used it as a pillow when backpacking by taking a longish, tubular, ultralight stuff sack-works great and cradles the head nicely. I know I'll be comfortable no matter how cold it gets when I have this with me.

Mostly love it
First of all, it was really hard to decide what color to get. They are all beautiful. I gave my blue one to my son and chose plum in a smaller size this time. I like it a lot, but I still don't like the zipper all that much compared to the old style that's on the blue one. Otherwise, it's great. I'm wearing it now.

Great product
Great quality product. Not disappointed.