down jackets and Uniqlo jackets

[Reflex]

Hey all, 

I currently own the standard Uniqlo down UL jacket (no hood).  Im not sure what cold weather it can handle vs the more spendy jackets...?

http://www.uniqlo.com/us/product/men-ultra-light-down-jacket-156558.html#09~/men/outerwear-and-blazers/ultra-light-down/water-defender-jackets/~

Also, whats an acceptable weight in UL world for a hooded down jacket? Ive seen a lot of other more affordable ones or on sale come in at 15-16 oz. 

I just can bring myself to spend $$ for the Patagonia UL hoodie or a Ghost Whisperer. 

Thank you

Edited June 8, 2016 by Reflex

[PaulMags]

The Uniqlo, and similar for that matter, are rough equivalents of a 200 WT fleece in terms of warmth and what it is used for: Cooler temps but not cold weather.

Having said that, the Uniqlo is a very good bargain piece that works well.

Just don't expect a winter rated jacket.

[Reflex]

Thanks Paul. 

So whats an "acceptable" UL weight range for a winter jacket?

[PaulMags]

I wrote this blog post this past winter that has some details that may answer some questions you have:

http://www.pmags.com/puffies-101

[Reflex]

cool, ill have a read!

[waiman3]

Costco sometime have Patagonia UL for around half MSRP.