Holiday Gift Guide: Men’s Casual Jackets

December 9, 2016

by Peter Reese
Holiday Gift Guide: Men’s Casual Jackets

Each outing, a chance to manage the weather – with style. Every step, a statement. This trio of men’s casual jackets lets you smile in the face of a storm. And look good even inside around the fireplace.

Cotopaxi Kusa Bomber: Take aim at excellence

  Cotopaxi Kusa Bomber

How to rethink a classic, Cotopaxi-style? First quilt 20D ripstop nylon for a distinctive tone-on-tone pattern. Then employ, get this, llama-poly insulation all the way from the Altiplano of South America (an Active Junky favorite destination). Dual zip pockets sequester essentials but open wide enough for stuffing hands on chilling mornings. Ribbed cuffs and collars are more durable than most while the entire piece reverses to a solid, non-quilted jacket. Add in the company’s proven commitment to bettering the world and there are few reason not to make this men’s jacket center of the target in your wardrobe. Time to get past the hoody-only phase, friends.

Best For: Extended three-season urban and travel wear, ideal in tandem with a merino-blend baselayer

prAna Lasser Down Jacket: Every day’s an expedition

prAna Lasser Down Jacket $139.92 - $151.80

There’s no reason to go into any day without being prepared. From anticipating a new single-origin coffee in your hand to finding a ridgeline view that eclipses the others, the prAna Lasser Down Jacket is your companion for the inquisitive life. Active Junky’s respect for the brand continues to grow with this DWR-treated hooded men’s jacket. Enough 650-fill down knocks the chill down without overheating on spirited uphill jaunts. Off the trail and around town, two hand and one chest pocket guard digital essentials without compromising Lasser’s distinctive style. To that point, this one’s more like Moncler than the brand itself. At well under $200. Bonjour, another amazing day.

Best For: Quiver-of-one for casual wear, high utility in moderate outdoor activities with a functional 29” back length

LL Bean Prima Loft Mountain Pro Hoody Full-Zip: Prepped for whatever

  LL Bean Prima Loft Mountain Pro Hoody Full-Zip Starting at: $122.55

The first men’s jacket to grab the 100% polyester PrimaLoft Gold Active Insulation, this hoody exists somewhere between serious midlayer and workable outer layer to serve up mobile warmth across seasons and activities. Testers note the easy-moving shoulder and arms along with the somewhat narrower, athletic midsection on Mountain Pro. Venting heat through sleeves and side panels, Active Junky wore this one in activities normally reserved for lighter or heavier layering. And saw the genius of a durable all-rounder from a bombproof brand. The two-toggled hood on this men’s hoodie jacket is right-sized to offer enough weather protection without feeling restrictive. Plus, the styling and details land it everywhere from hunting camp to brew pub. With some couloirs in between.

Best For: Two-season wear during active pursuits, extended three-season use (into warmer temps) for casual and weekend outings

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