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I am a person whose body balance is challenged. I am cold when others are warm, and freeze when others consider putting on a light coat. A high-quality down jacket is an important part of my backpacking trip and the only thing that allows me to thrive in the wild in the cold months. My Eddie Bauer CirrusLite puffy arrived on the front porch of my well-ventilated house on a cold, windy day-so naturally, when I took it out of the package, I shrugged my shoulders to get a little bit during my day Extra warmth. I sweated in less than five minutes.

CirrusLite down jackets are comfortable, stylish, lightweight, and-most importantly-very affordable. But is it suitable for hikers? Let us find out.

Full disclosure: I haven't had enough time to conduct a long-term review of this jacket, so please note that these are just my first impressions. Fortunately, I received CirrusLite during the cold snap this fall. I tested it into my 30s, including walking around my home and wandering around the fire pit.

High collar: The CirrusLite jacket has a relatively high (approximately 2 inches) collar to reduce draughts. I am worried that this will make people uncomfortable, because things like turtleneck sweaters usually make my throat feel tight. Fortunately, the collar of CirrusLite is not too high and not too close to the body. I find it very comfortable even if it pulls on my neck completely. The high collar does significantly improve the warmth of this jacket.

The coverless design makes this fluffy lighter and smaller. However, if you are looking for something warmer, there is a hooded version of CirrusLite.

Zip pockets: You can hardly see the picture of this jacket, but CirrusLite has two generous, cleverly hidden hand warmers on both sides of the main zipper. The pockets are deep and the zipper is closed, so my keys/phones/snacks (mainly snacks, honestly) will never fall off.

DWR finish: CirrusLite's StormRepel DWR (durable and waterproof) finish enables the jacket to repel slight moisture. This means that you can wear it in mist or light rain without getting wet, because the water will bead and roll off without being immersed in the down. DWR can stand my test, but I still recommend you to be careful when wearing any down jacket in wet weather. Down and water should not be mixed (unless you wash the puffiness once a season).

RDS Down: If you buy down products, you should ensure that they meet the Responsible Down Standard (RDS), just like this jacket. RDS proves that down producers are treating their birds humanely.

If the jacket fits too loosely, airflow and dead space will reduce its insulating ability, and bulky materials will keep moving and hinder you in the active pursuit. If it is too thin, it will be uncomfortable, limit your range of motion, and limit the number of layers you can place underneath.

The CirrusLite jacket is designed in a classic style to create the best position for comfort and comfort. It is loose enough to provide a full range of movement and allow layering, but tailoring measures such as a high neckline and elastic cuffs ensure it stays snug and warm. At the same time, it is slim enough to not get in the way when hiking.

This jacket is lightweight, durable and fully functional, suitable for backpacking. However, it is also stylish/casual/multifunctional enough to be worn in the city, unlike a tool.

I am 5 feet 4 inches tall and weigh 130 pounds. Women's small pants suit me well. By the way, I tested the "Nightsky" color scheme and found it to be very subtle and beautiful. The product pictures on the EB website make it look more purple than it actually is. In real life, it is a rich, mysterious purple blue.

The rated temperature of CirrusLite puffy is -10˚F, moderate-intensity exercise or 40˚F.

I tested this jacket in a strong wind in my 30s and found it to be very warm. If I sit there, I find that I will start wanting another layer in the mid-1940s. This makes this jacket ideal for use on trails for three seasons.

Considering the overall bulkiness, 20d nylon fabric feels very smooth and durable. Modern ultralight jackets usually feel as thin as paper, so I am a little afraid to wear them lest I hook the delicate fabric on the branches or sit too close to the flames of the camp stove to melt it.

This is not the case with CirrusLite. The stitching of the whole garment feels good, and the shell material seems to be much stronger than the ultra-thin materials used by many competitors. This is a huge selling point for me. If I take a jacket for hiking and camping, I want it to be strong enough to be used in rugged wild environments without having to protect it often.

Nothing irritates me more than shallow pockets without zippers and awkward placement. Fortunately, the pockets on the CirrusLite jacket are the opposite of all these things. I like the features of these bad boys. They are intuitively placed, warm, deep, practical and retractable, so I never have to worry about important things falling out.

As a hiker, if a jacket is too heavy to fit in a backpack, it doesn’t matter how good it looks or feels. I expected CirrusLite to be heavier based on its price point and the durability of the fabric, but when I put it on a kitchen scale, I was pleasantly surprised. CirrusLite weighs less than 8 ounces, which is not only light, but also very light. Most importantly, it has an excellent warmth-to-weight ratio due to its high-quality 650 filled down insulation material.

A warm, sturdy jacket that weighs less than half a pound? This is a middle layer that you can carry with you and feel good.

Down jackets are unparalleled because of their lightness and warmth. If you want the best fluffy money you can buy, you should choose a down jacket. Perhaps the biggest disadvantage of down pods is that they are much more expensive than synthetics-usually.

The retail price of the CirrusLite down jacket is only $99, despite the high-quality stitching and construction, thoughtful design, and—yes—high-quality down insulation. So far, it is at the low end of the price range, only a small part of the price of some down jackets, and even lower than the price of many synthetic products. What? ! How can this be.

I don't know, but I do have better news. CirrusLite will be sold at a 60% discount during Eddie Bauer's Black Friday and Cyber ​​Monday sales from tomorrow to the end of November. This means you can buy this ultra-light down jacket of backpack quality for only $39. In an industry where gear prices often prevent people from entering remote areas, this is almost an incredibly good deal-the main pillar of EB, because it keeps this bad boy's price low. I am very comfortable with the down jacket market, even in discount brands, I can't think of a better deal.

I attach great importance to layering. This is a high-quality middle layer suitable for hiking and casual wear. The Eddie Bauer CirrusLite down jacket satisfies all the features I was looking for in fluffy: zipper pockets, DWR finishes, insulating materials that meet the responsible down standards, etc. Most importantly, this jacket is light and warm, fits comfortably, and is durable, which left a deep impression on me, as well as an almost unbelievably low price tag. I look forward to using it in my upcoming trip.

Is this jacket worth the price? Absolutely, then some. The full price of this jacket is very reasonable, but you can also buy it at a straightforward price before the end of November (down jacket $39? What is this??).

It is not the only thing sold. From tomorrow (November 19) to November 30, during the Eddie Bauer Black Friday and Cyber ​​Monday promotions, you can enjoy a 50% discount on the entire Eddie Bauer site. So far, this is one of the best Black Friday deals in the outdoor industry this year, so be sure to check it out.

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Eddie Bauer CirrusLite down jacket was donated for review.

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Oh hey! I’m Ibex, the lead writer and content editor of this website. Before I started working for The Trek, I hiked through AT and explored many other incredible trails around North America. I spend most of my spare time planning new adventures and inadvertently lighting my hair while cooking.

I have a jacket and hooded pullover version. I have been using it for several years. They are well maintained and have a wide range of uses. Adding a base layer to my Appalachian Gear Company sweater, I was comfortable when moving in the 1920s. Standing around, I will add a windshield or more insulation under the jacket. There is also an inner bag with a horizontal flap, which I use to store my buff, hat and gloves when I am in the camp. When moving, I use a secure zipper pocket. My pullover saved my day when the quilt was short. Great value for money!