Traceable Down Insulation Allied Down is Black Diamond's down insulation supplier. Black Diamond works closely with experts in this field to guide their decisions on ensuring the products produced by the brand meet both brand and customer expectations. Allied Down maintains the traceability of every shipment of down back to the farm it was sourced from, confirming that this type of insulation comes from and compiles with animal welfare best practices.
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What is the Access Down Hoodie?
The Access Down Hoodie is a do-it-all down jacket primarily designed for hill and mountain use, yet simple and functional enough for casual, everyday errands, too. Whether scaling your favourite peak, dog walking, or doing the school run, it'll keep you warm and protected between autumn and spring.
What is it made of?
The face fabric of this jacket is bluesign® approved recycled nylon taffeta, which is incredibly durable yet lightweight. It has a smooth finish, making it easy to slide a waterproof over the top, and is treated with a PFC-free DWR (durable water repellent) to enhance weather protection for showery hill days. However, please note that this does not make the jacket fully waterproof; if your down jacket begins to wet out, the down inside may dampen and lose warmth. Therefore, ideally, we recommend wearing down jackets as an outer layer on dry days. If you're uncertain of the forecast, it's always a good idea to pack an emergency shell jacket just in case.
800 fill-power Allied HyperDRY goose-down insulation provides an exceptional warmth-to-weight ratio, making this jacket incredibly packable and warm enough to wear on the coldest of days.
Can't quite catch the lingo? Here's a quick breakdown...
PFC-free DWR: PFC-free means perfluorinated chemical-free. Perfluorinated chemicals (PFCs), used to add water repellent to textiles, aren't able to break down, so once they reach nature via factory water waste, they stay in the ecosystem and contaminate living organisms, working their way up the food chain. PFCs are suspected carcinogens and are known to affect mammal reproduction and hormone production. Therefore, many leading brands in the outdoor industry are now prioritising cutting out the use of these chemicals entirely to contribute to a more responsible manufacturing process.
bluesign® approved: bluesign® approval indicates this product/material is manufactured in a way that is safe for the environment, workers and consumers. bluesign® certifications ensure that the materials used avoid harmful substances, use reduced air and water emissions, increase resource productivity, and the production line is more transparent and trustworthy.
800 fill power: Fill power measures the warmth and efficiency of the down, alongside its ability to loft/fluff up. A rating of 800 fill power means that 1oz of this down fills 800 cubic inches of space when fully lofted.
Allied (traceable) down: Allied Down is Black Diamond's down insulation supplier. Black Diamond works closely with experts in this field to guide their decisions on ensuring the products produced by the brand meet both brand and customer expectations. Allied Down maintains the traceability of every shipment of down back to the farm it was sourced from, confirming that this type of insulation comes from and compiles with animal welfare best practices.
What are the features?
The hood is warm and protective, and it features an internal brim to keep the peak in place without hindering peripheral vision.
You get two zippered hand pockets and an internal zipped chest pocket that provides ample storage for small essentials, such as a headtorch, GPS device, trail snacks, gloves, or doggy bags.
When you're done with the jacket, you can also pack it into its own left-hand pocket, making it easy to stow in a backpack or kit bag.
Stretchy, knit cuffs accommodate chunky smartwatches and gloves and provide ample mobility for the wrists when climbing or handling equipment.
Lastly, a cord lock adjustable hem allows you to cinch in the bottom of the jacket for extra weather protection, keeping the breeze out and the warmth in, helping to balance your body's microclimate when working hard, ensuring more efficient temperature regulation.
Features:
- Primary Fabric is bluesign® approved
- Black Diamond down meets animal welfare standards and it is fully traceable
- PFC-free DWR finish
- Two zippered hand pockets and an internal zippered chest pocket
- Stretch knit cuffs
- Protective hood with internal brim
- Packs into left-hand pocket
- Cordlock adjustable hem
- 800-fill Allied HyperDRY goose down insulation
- Regular fit
Allied HyperDRY Goose Down Allied Down maintains the traceability of every shipment of down back to the farm it was sourced from, confirming that this type of insulation comes from and compiles with animal welfare best practices.
bluesign approved® bluesign® certifications ensure that the materials used avoid harmful substances, use reduced air and water emissions, increase resource productivity, and the production line is more transparent and trustworthy.
PFC-free DWR A durable water-repellent coating enhances weather protection for showery hill days without the use of harmful PFCs.
Who makes Black Diamond Jackets? Black Diamond Equipment make Black Diamond Jackets. Black Diamond Equipment is an outdoor company specialising in climbing equipment and apparel, based in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Does Black Diamond make good jackets? Yes! Black Diamond make an excellent range of jackets to fit different needs and purposes, from camping and climbing, to hiking and everyday wear.
Is Black Diamond priced fairly? Yes, Black Diamond products are priced fairly because their higher price point reflects the quality of their products. They specialise in outdoor equipment and clothing and are renowned within the rock climbing community.
Who owns Black Diamond equipment? Clarus Corporation own Black Diamond Equipment.