Insulation

Insulation pieces for cold-weather running, hiking, climbing, and travel. We carry The North Face, Patagonia, Free People Movement, and prAna. Our staff can help you find the right fit by phone, chat, or in person at one of our stores. Free shipping on orders over $60.

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SalePatagonia Nano Puff Jacket – Women's
Black Nouveau Green Permafrost Purple Seabird Grey Talon Gold
Patagonia
Nano Puff Jacket – Women's
5 colors
$142.99$228.95
Free People Movement Pippa Packable Puffer Jac - Women's
Neon Coral
Free People Movement
Pippa Packable Puffer Jac - Women's
4 colors
$197.95
The North Face Flare Down Minoqua Parka – Women's
Gardenia White Summit Navy Tnf Black Tnf Medium Grey Heather TNF Black TNF Medium Grey Heather
The North Face
Flare Down Minoqua Parka – Women's
6 colors
$279.95
Free People Movement Quinn Quilted Puffer Vest - Women's
Blue Glow Red Earth
Free People Movement
Quinn Quilted Puffer Vest - Women's
2 colors
$127.95
prAna Insulated Ice Flow Jacket - Women's
Black Mulberry
prAna
Insulated Ice Flow Jacket - Women's
2 colors
$139.95
The North Face Belleview Stretch Down Hoodie – Women's
The North Face
Belleview Stretch Down Hoodie – Women's
$279.95
The North Face Belleview Stretch Down Vest – Men's
The North Face
Belleview Stretch Down Vest – Men's
$198.95
The North Face Belleview Stretch Down Jacket – Men's
The North Face
Belleview Stretch Down Jacket – Men's
$259.95
The North Face Antero Down Parka – Women's
Gardenia White Tnf Black New Taupe Green Summit Navy TNF Black TNF Medium Grey Heather
The North Face
Antero Down Parka – Women's
6 colors
$299.95
Cotopaxi Capa Insulated Jacket - Women's
Cotopaxi
Capa Insulated Jacket - Women's
$229.95
The North Face Jump Down Parka – Women's
Summit Navy Gardenia White TNF Medium Grey Heather
The North Face
Jump Down Parka – Women's
3 colors
$349.95
The North Face Junction Insulated Jacket – Men's
Smoked Pearl Summit Navy TNF Black
The North Face
Junction Insulated Jacket – Men's
3 colors
$130.00
Outdoor Research Transcendent Down Vest – Women's
Outdoor Research
Transcendent Down Vest – Women's
$79.99
The North Face North Down Hooded Jacket – Kids'
The North Face
North Down Hooded Jacket – Kids'
$150.00
The North Face Flare Insulated Jacket – Women's
Gardenia White Pink Moss Summit Navy Tin Grey TNF Black
The North Face
Flare Insulated Jacket – Women's
7 colors
$158.95
The North Face Flare Insulated Hoodie – Women's
Gardenia White Monterey Blue Summit Navy Tin Grey TNF Black
The North Face
Flare Insulated Hoodie – Women's
6 colors
$71.58
The North Face Gotham Vest – Women's
The North Face
Gotham Vest – Women's
$189.95
The North Face Aconcagua Insulated Hooded Jacket – Men's
The North Face
Aconcagua Insulated Hooded Jacket – Men's
$219.95
The North Face Reversible Mount Chimbo Full Zip Jacket – Kids'
The North Face
Reversible Mount Chimbo Full Zip Jacket – Kids'
$99.95
The North Face Reversible ThermoBall Hooded Jacket – Kids'
The North Face
Reversible ThermoBall Hooded Jacket – Kids'
$90.00
The North Face Shady Glade Insulated Jacket – Women's
The North Face
Shady Glade Insulated Jacket – Women's
$170.00
The North Face Snowquest Jacket – Kids'
The North Face
Snowquest Jacket – Kids'
$140.00
The North Face Junction Insulated Jacket – Women's
The North Face
Junction Insulated Jacket – Women's
$130.00

What to look for in insulation

Insulation breaks down into down and synthetic. Down (700–850 fill) is warmer for the weight and packs smaller, but it loses insulation when wet. Synthetic insulation (PrimaLoft, Plumafill, etc.) keeps insulating when damp and dries faster, but it's bulkier for the same warmth. Match weight to use. Mid-weight pieces like the Patagonia Nano Puff or Down Sweater work for cool active days and shoulder-season layering. Heavyweight parkas are for static cold (belay jacket, après-ski). Active insulation like the Patagonia Nano Air or Outdoor Research Refuge fills the gap for high-output cold-weather use.

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FAQ

Down or synthetic — which should I get?

Down for dry cold, max warmth-to-weight, and packability. Synthetic for damp climates, high-output activities, and durability. Many people own one of each.

What does the fill power number mean?

Higher fill power down (700, 800, 850) is loftier and warmer for the weight. 600-fill down is still warm — it just takes more of it to hit the same warmth, so the jacket weighs more.

Can insulation get wet?

Synthetic, yes — it keeps insulating. Down loses loft when wet and is hard to dry in the field. If you're in damp conditions often, lean synthetic.

How do I wash a down jacket?

Front-load washer with down-specific detergent (Nikwax Down Wash or Grangers). Tumble dry low with two clean tennis balls until fully dry — usually multiple cycles. Never dry clean.

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