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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 |
|---|---|
| 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) |
|---|---|
| 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
|
39
|
41
|
44
|
47
|
| Waist |
28
|
30
|
32
|
35
|
38
|
41
|
| Sleeve |
32
|
33
|
34
|
35
|
36
|
37
|
| Inseam* |
31
|
31
|
32
|
32
|
33
|
33
|
Reviews
Customer Reviews
4.8 Based on 83 Reviews
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02/04/2023
Anonymous
United StatesPerfect
Literally perfect. Elastic drop pockets are genius.
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02/02/2023
Anonymous
United StatesWarm and comfortable
Great so far! I am looking forward To many warm evenings with my new vest.
RF
02/02/2023
Richard F.
United Statessleeping bag for your torso
Like wearing a sleeping bag, so warm. The vest feels more versatile than a jacket for temperatures from 20-60 degrees. I'm 6'1", 165 lbs and went with a large to wear over a few layers, and it fits well for that. It works great worn inside a sleeping bag to add more warmth.
A
01/22/2023
Anonymous
United StatesBeautiful grey vest
Size small fits me well im 5’7 122lb can still fit a sweatshirt under etc if I want. Great vest very warm, zipper allows to open at bottom which seems useful for hiking tho I’ve only had it in the city thus far unfortunately
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01/11/2023
Anonymous
United StatesHelios Down Vest
Normally I wear Large in tops and jackets/parkas, but sizing guide recommendations for chest area had me go with an XL, and am happy with that choice. Going to XL gives me the slightly additional space I wanted for layering base and heavier mid-level under and still provide micro-environment space under it. The waist area is a little large for me in XL, using elastic instead of hem cord adjustments but is not an issue for me and, for me, enhances breathability. The hand-warmer pockets are spacious with super easy entry and exit without zippers and have down insulation outside and inside. This gives a bit of belly poof look but spectacular functionality with lots of space. This double insulation for me in this area also offsets any potential cold leakage at the slightly larger waist sizing for me. I have had a RAB Neutrino down vest for several years I still use and enjoy sized Large. It is not large enough for heavier layering. It has a single left hand main zipper (never have completely adjusted to this) vs. double US right hand conventional zipper of the Helios. The hand-warmer pockets of the RAB has zippers and external down insulation only. It has hem cord adjustability, but have not tightened in use due to tighter fit. It has been a nice piece, but the Helios Vest has approximately 25% more down fill weight and is 900+ fill power vs. the 800 fill power of my RAB making the Helios substantially warmer. I chose the Plum color and like the choice—not a bright purple. Shipment was quite prompt and includes small amber stuff sack with handle that can be attached to external back or hip pack or belt for easy access. Well done, Feathered Friends!