Puffy Jacket
Overview
A puffy jacket is an insulated outer layer filled with down or synthetic fibers, used to retain body heat during cold conditions.
Key points
- Essential for camp warmth and rest breaks.
- Down offers superior warmth-to-weight ratio; synthetic maintains insulation when wet.
- Packability and loft are key selection criteria.
- Often part of a broader layering system.
Details
Puffy jackets provide critical insulation during cold or low-activity periods. Down models are favored for their light weight and compressibility, while synthetic options excel in damp or unpredictable environments. Long-distance hikers often carry lightweight puffy jackets even during warm seasons due to elevation and weather variability.
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