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L.L. Bean Ultralight 850 Down Hooded Jacket Review

While the hood is not adjustable, the neck area is cut narrow than many other jackets and is very effective at preventing cold air from blowing down your neck and onto your chest. The hood is also helmet compatible.

L.L. Bean’s Ultralight 850 Down Hooded Jacket ($219) is a very warm midweight hooded down jacket that strikes a good balance between a technical winter hiking jacket and one for street use. If you can only afford to buy one down jacket, I’d recommend giving it a good look. I’ve been wearing the Ultralight 850 …