Best Icarus Lite Insulated Hoodie Synthetic Jackets

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The Montane Icarus Lite is a versatile, lightweight jacket for mountain activities. It features PrimaLoft insulation for warmth, stretch panels for freedom of movement, and a weather-resistant shell. It’s ideal for moderate to excellent cold and dry conditions.

Montane says: 

The Montane Men’s Icarus Lite Hooded Insulated Jacket is a lightweight and versatile layer that’s engineered to keep you warm when moving fast in the mountains. Featuring 100% recycled PrimaLoft® insulation throughout the garment, this insulated jacket offers maximum warmth with minimal weight, alongside being kinder to the planet. Thermo Grid brushed-back fleece with stretch in the side body provides freedom of movement where you need it, and an insulated hood offers further respite from those freezing winds and frigid belays when you’re up high. A great jacket that will provide warmth and protection for both climbers and trekkers alike. .

Our Verdict

The Montane Icarus Lite is a lightweight, versatile, insulated jacket designed for active mountain pursuits. It is filled with 100% recycled PrimaLoft insulation, providing impressive warmth for its minimal weight and packability.

The Thermostretch side panels and articulated fit allow excellent freedom of movement during activities like climbing and trekking. The adjustable hem and insulated hood with stretch-bound opening help seal in warmth.

The full-length front zipper, storm flap, and elasticised cuffs enhance weather protection. The recycled Barrier RS Eco shell cuts wind well despite being so thin.

While not intended for extreme cold, the Icarus Lite is a highly efficient mid-layer or outer layer in excellent to moderately cold and dry conditions. It strikes a nice balance of warmth, low bulk, and active insulation performance.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Full length YKK front zip with internal storm flap
• Pre-elasticated cuffs to minimise heat loss
• Adjustable hem with cinchable drawcord to minimise heat loss
• Insulated under helmet hood with stretch bound face aperture

Specifications

• Small weighs: 445g
• Medium weighs: 484g
• Large weighs: 491g
• XLarge weighs: 499g
• XXLarge weighs: 515g

Material & Construction

• Main Material & Lining: 100% Polyester (recycled), Insulation: 100% Polyester (recycled)
• 100% Recycled Barrier RS Eco outer and lining in the main body
• 100% recycled Primaloft® Black ThermoPlume Insulation in the core body, hood and overarms outer layer
• 100% recycled 25g/m2 Primaloft® Silver Insulation in the core body, hood and overarms inner layer
• 100% recycled 40g/m2 Primaloft® Silver Insulation over the shoulders

Help & advice:

• Time-Saver Guide to Choosing a Synthetic Jacket
• About Montane
• Synthetic Insulation Explained