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Why We Love This Deal
Although Cyber Monday is over, REI’s Cyber Week Sale is rolling on through Dec. 8. In it, you’ll find gear from brands like Altra, The North Face, and Keen, but there are also a ton of awesome deals on REI Co-op house-brand products. This packable down vest that’s now 40% off is one of the best that are featured.
The REI Co-op 650 Down Vest is now just $60. This is a top-rated product at REI, named for the iconic 650-fill-power down used in its construction. It’s one of the handful of styles that REI rereleases each year that hits with shoppers again and again. You can grab it in any of the three colors—black, teal, or green—in sizes small through 3XL.
REI Co-op 650 Down Vest, $60 (was $100) at REI
What Shoppers Should Know
- Sizes Available: From small to 3XL
- Color Options: A classic black, teal, or green
- Fabric: Recycled ripstop nylon
- Fill: 650-fill-power down
- Number of Pockets: 4; 2 side pockets and 2 interior drop pockets
- Weather Resistance: Wind and water resistant
- Packable: Yes
- Best Use Case: Protective outer layer on chilly, windy days, or in cold offices
This is a responsibly-made vest using Bluesign-approved materials, most notably the 650-fill-power down. It gives the vest a sense of heft while not forcing it to be overly puffy. Breaking wind and resisting water, the small vest has a lot of power, and even manages to fit two side pockets and two roomy interior drop pockets into the design.
The vest comes in sizes ranging from small to 3XL and is available in three colors. While most will like the classic black with a highly contrasting REI logo on the front, those who dislike obvious logo placement should check out the bright green color, which has a more blended-in logo.
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What Shoppers Are Saying
As you try to picture whether this vest is for you or not, it’s worth reading shopper feedback. One called it “an excellent down vest with a great ratio of providing warmth to being lightweight.” While not necessarily a depths of winter vest, it’ll certainly get you through that midday high-sun temperature spike.
Another called the vest “the perfect layer for that extra bit of warmth on a cool morning” and mentioned that they found it excellent for misty weather, but that they’d probably go with a heavier rain jacket for more intense conditions.
The REI Co-op 650 Down Vest will continue to be 40% off until this sale ends on Dec. 8, but that doesn’t mean all sizes will stick around. Grab what you want ASAP while you still have all options available.
