At Outdoor Research, we think that life gets better the minute we step out the door on a new adventure, no matter how big or small. We learn about ourselves, each other and the environment every time we get out. We come home a little wiser and stronger. We see the world more clearly, and that compels us to treat it better. More than anything, we’re convinced that if we inspire more people to get outside, the world will be a better place. Outdoor Research Men's Transcendent Down Jacket Insulated Climbing and Backpacking Cold Weather Gear The Transcendent series has been a long-time puffy favorite for climbers, backpackers, mountaineers, and anyone who spends extended time outside. Insulated with all-natural responsibly sourced down, the Transcendent uses wide quilting and a rebalanced down fill to allow its insulation to loft better for fast, compressible warmth. Fresh colors, lightweight weather resistance, and feature-packed details add even more reasons for adventurers to rely on the Transcendent to excel in their sport. Read more Read more PURSUIT OF PASSION In 1981, a brilliant scientist and adventurer named Ron Gregg watched his frostbitten partner get airlifted off a glacier on Denali. He'd spent months planning a new route in the purest style, skiing 100 miles from the road to the base of the climb. Barely halfway to the summit, their trip ended with the failure of a simple pair of gaiters. Stubborn to the end, Ron refused a seat on the helicopter and descended alone for two weeks, pondering what had happened. Somewhere along the way, he realized he could both fix the gear problem and devote his life to pursuing his passion for adventure. By the end, he knew one thing for sure: He wasn't going back to his old job. Read more Outdoor Research Men's Skyward II Jacket Outdoor Research Men's Transcendent Down Jacket Outdoor Research Men's Helium Rain Jacket Outdoor Research Men's Transcendent Down Hoodie Outdoor Research Men's Transcendent D Waterproof ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Category Skiing, Snowboarding, Mountain Climbing Rock Climbing, Trail Hiking, Peak Bagging, Off Trail Adventures Climbing, Backpacking, Mountaineers, Extended Time Outdoors Fit Standard Fit Standard Fit Standard Fit Standard Fit Technology AscentShell Down Insulation Pertex Diamond Fuse Down Insulation Weight 25.5 oz 13.7 oz 6.3 oz 16.4 oz