Best affordable down jacket on the market right now?

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Hey all, I’m looking for a good down jacket, preferably without a hood, but I’m open to any suggestions. I’m hoping to spend £200 or less. I’ll be using it around the city, but it needs to hold up for proper outdoor adventures too, as I cycle around the world for most of the year. Any recommendations?

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Auden said:
Try Decathlon.

Cheap and good quality. The Forclaz down jacket is solid.

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Auden said:
Try Decathlon.

I have one and love it! My only complaint is that it runs a bit small.

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Zola said:

Auden said:
Try Decathlon.

I have one and love it! My only complaint is that it runs a bit small.

Can you share your sizing? I’m around 6 feet, 180 lbs, and usually wear a medium jacket or large shirt. Should I size up?

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@Amari
I’m usually a medium (5’8", 175 lbs), and the large fits me snugly. I wouldn’t be able to wear much more than a T-shirt underneath. You might want to go for an XL.

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I’d recommend Decathlon too. The MT100 is about 70 euros here and has fantastic reviews. The MT500 is warmer but heavier and might not have a hood.

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The Decathlon MT500 is around 130 CAD. It’s a great deal compared to similar products.

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Decathlon, for sure.

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I’ve got the Decathlon MT100 arriving today!

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Decathlon’s MT100 range comes in both synthetic and down options.

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I recently got a Columbia down jacket for €68 through SportsPursuit, and I love it!

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Check out outlet malls like Tanger Outlets. You can find great deals on brands like Eddie Bauer, Columbia, and North Face.

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Rowan said:
Check out outlet malls like Tanger Outlets. You can find great deals on brands like Eddie Bauer, Columbia, and North Face.

I got an Eddie Bauer Cirrus Lite puffer for around $70 on sale. It’s 650 fill down and super warm.

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@Finley
Yeah, deals like that are hard to pass up!

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This thread is turning into a Decathlon ad! :laughing:

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Scott Sports is having a big sale right now.

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I found a decent North Face down jacket for £10 on Vinted. Might be worth checking out.

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UNIQLO makes an ultralight down jacket that’s only 7oz and water-treated. Pretty solid for the price.

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Montbell might fit your budget and is a great brand. You could also try finding Western Mountaineering or Katabatic on sale or used.

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Believe it or not, I got a really nice Paradox brand down jacket from Costco in Canada for $40 CAD, and it’s been fantastic for years!