Jones Dark Start Men's Stretch Hooded Jacket

Stretchy synthetic insulation in a technical hooded layer defines the Jones Dark Start Men's Stretch Hooded Jacket. It adds breathable warmth that moves with you, making it an ideal active midlayer for cold days on the skin track. It is the insulating layer that keeps you warm without trapping heat when you are working hard.

Why we like it:

The stretch is the difference here; a 4-way stretch face fabric paired with synthetic insulation makes this feel more like an active layer than a puffy. It breathes well enough to keep on while you climb.

Features and Functions:

The Dark Start uses a 100 percent recycled 30-denier polyester 4-way stretch face fabric with a PFC-free DWR, insulated with 100 percent recycled polyester Air Flake insulation that retains warmth even when damp. The stretchy, breathable build makes it a technical insulation layer for high-output cold-weather days.

Fit and Sizing:

A trim, active fit layers under a shell and moves with you. True to size, cut close for layering.

Bottom Line:

As an active insulating midlayer for touring and cold resort laps, the Dark Start is best at breathable, stretchy warmth on the move. The layer you keep on when other puffies come off.