Collection: Meet the New Helium Down Collection

For years, the Helium Down Hoodie been a favorite, season after season, due to its reliable durability, warmth and packability, and lightweight design. This season, this favorite gets an update, and the Helium Down collection gains a new addition built for colder, stormier conditions. 

Here is what is updated and new: The Helium Down Hoodie retains what made it a favorite (lightweight, packable warmth), while adding more protection and refined design details. And for days when warmth and weather protection take priority, the all-new Helium XT Down Hoodie turns up the insulation, coverage, and protection.

A Favorite, Made Better

The Helium Down Hoodie earned its place in packs and layering systems, by delivering a lot of warmth without unnecessary weight or bulk. The updated version builds on what customers already love, rather than changing what made it work.

Premium 800-fill responsibly sourced down provides lightweight warmth, while Toray ripstop fabric keeps the construction light and packable. Strategically placed Toray Dermizax™ waterproof overlays add protection in high-exposure areas, where snow and moisture are most likely to meet your down insulation.

The latest update also adds a slightly longer length and thoughtful refinements, like a gusset around the wrist for improved coverage and comfort. And when the jacket isn't needed, it still packs into its own hand pocket for easy storage.

"Great down puffy jacket, perfect for hiking: The jacket fits well, even with lots of layers underneath. It's close-fitting and well cut without being too tight. Nothing feels too tight or too oversized, even when moving around in the jacket. It is suitable for my activities. I recently hiked Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania and used this jacket as my inner layer puffy for most days of the trek. I've also worn it in more casual settings around town and to work, since it's a great looking jacket and functions well off the mountain too. It is very easy to adjust, with zipper pulls that are long enough to be usable with gloves on - a huge plus! Warmth and Insulation: I've worn the jacket as part of a layering system down to 0 degrees Fahrenheit with 20-30mph winds so far, and was still warm enough." -Claire G, Voorheesville, NY

Best for: Alpine, backcountry, and winter pursuits when lightweight warmth and packability matter.

*Available in Plus sizes for Women.

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Meet the New Helium XT

The Helium Down Collection continues to evolve around the needs of those heading into colder, more demanding mountain conditions. The new Helium XT Down Hoodie takes the proven Helium formula further with higher-loft warmth, more weather protection, and added coverage for the days when staying warm and protected matters most.

Sometimes lightweight and packable isn't the priority; you just need more warmth and more protection.

That's where the new Helium XT Down Hoodie comes in.

Built on the foundation of the Helium Down Hoodie, the XT takes the formula further with more down, higher loft, added length, more coverage, and expanded waterproof protection. Premium 800+ fill responsibly sourced down provides high-loft warmth, while Dermizax™ waterproof overlays help protect key areas from snow and moisture.

The result is the warmest, most protective Helium Down yet, built for colder, stormier days when staying warm takes priority over packing small.

Why Choose Helium XT?

• More warmth. Higher-loft 800+ fill down for colder mountain conditions.
• More coverage. Added length and coverage provide greater protection when conditions deteriorate.
• More weather protection. Expanded Dermizax™ waterproof overlays protect high-exposure areas.
• Built for serious alpine conditions. Designed for days when warmth and protection matter more than packability.

"Industry-Leading Professional Warmth: Outdoor Research absolutely crushed it with the Helium XT Down Hoodie. I can confidently say this is the warmest, most durable puffy in my quiver and undoubtedly my new favorite insulated jacket. The Helium XT Down hoodie is tough enough to be an outer layer on crisp, dry days and compact enough to fit in your pack or layer under an OR Gore-Tex Shell. With confidence, I highly recommend this puffer to anyone seeking industry-leading, professional warmth. I'm honored that OR gave me this free product to test in exchange for my honest review. Massive kudos to Outdoor Research, once again, outdoing themselves." -Drew F, Boulder, CO

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Which Helium Down Hoodie Is Right For You?

Both hoodies pair premium down insulation with strategic waterproof protection. The difference is how much warmth, coverage, and packability you need.