Outdoor Research Men's Virtuoso Hoody
The Outdoor Research Virtuoso Hoody is a substantial and durable workhorse of a down jacket that provides warmth and protection for a variety of outdoor pursuits.
The fabric used on the Virtuoso is Pertex Endurance, a highly water-resistant fabric that will keep snow, sleet, and the occasional spilled bit of tea from wetting out the 650 fill power down that lends the Virtuoso its warmth. Pertex Endurance is a little bit beefier than the Pertex Quantum fabric which is often used for ultralight models, giving the Virtuoso a reassuringly durable feel for frequent, general-purpose use. The Virutoso is still plenty packable, however, and won't crowd out the rest of the necessities in your backpack if you take it along on a winter hike.
Feature list from Outdoor Research
Insulation:
- 650 fill power down insulation
Weather and Wind:
- Brushed tricot collar prevents further chin deterioration from the cold, dry wind
- Elastic cuffs with hook-and-loop tabs and dual drawcord hem adjusters let you seal yourself up against the wind and drifting snow
Zippers:
- Zippered Napoleon pocket
- Two-way zip front
- Angled zip chest pocket
- Double-separating front zipper with internal stormflap
Pockets:
- Interior mesh pocket
- Two internal Shove-It™ pockets
- The whole jacket stuffs into one hand pocket for cramming into an already bulging pack or using as a pillow
Lining and Layers:
- Zip hand pockets with brushed lining
Fit:
- Insulated, helmet-compatible hood adjusts to fit your head with two slide-lock pulls
- Standard Fit
Fabric:
- Right hand pocket doubles as a stuff sack or fleece-backed pillow pocket
- Lightweight, water-resistant 20D recycled ripstop polyester body and hood; water resistant/breathable 30D Pertex® Endurance shoulders and arms; 25D polyester lining
- 44D 100% nylon lining
Ventilation:
- Two-way zipper allows access and ventilation from both ends
- Pertex Endurance shoulder and arm panels feature a water-resistant breathable membrane and withstand abuse as you swing axes and set ice screws into a glacier
Manufactured:
- Made in China
Features:
- Articulated elbows don’t stretch as you take Grandpa steps up the last corniced ridge with your axe as a cane
- Internal storm flap
- Articulated elbows; Elastic cuffs with hook/loop tabs
The Men's Virtuoso Jacket by Outdoor Research. At the end of a long, exhausting, and exhilarating day of travel through snowy backcountry, nothing feels better than settling into camp by pulling on warm dry socks and a warm puffy down jacket. Lofty 650+ down fills the M's Virtuoso Jacket keeping you warm in even the most frozen conditions. With a fully insulated hood, drawcord at the hem and elastic wrists with hook and loop tabs, warmth stays at your core and not a breath of cold is let in. If a sudden drizzle falls, water-resistant fabric keeps you dry when there are many peaks and ridges between you and the trailhead.
The Virtuoso Hoody from Outdoor Research offers lightweight and compressible down insulation in a wind- and water-resistant package for warmth while setting up high camp or when conditions turn cold on multi-day treks. The adjustable hood adds an extra degree of protection from the cold.
Extreme cold weather and howling winds have met their match with the Outdoor Research Virtuoso Hoody. Lightweight, lofty 650+ goose down insulation combine with Pertex Endurance fabrics to keep cold temperatures and wet weather at bay.
| Avg. Weight (oz./g): | 23.3 / 659 (size L) |
|---|---|
| Center Back Length: | 31" / 79 cm |
| Fit: | Standard |
| Hood: | Yes; Adjustable |
| Insulation: | 650-fill down |
| Insulation Material: | 650 + Fill power Goose Down |
| Liner-Compatible: | no |
| Number of Pockets: | 6 |
| Other: | Stows in Pocket/Pillow Pocket |
| Pockets: | 2 front, 1 chest, 1 internal |
| Recommended Use: | mountaineering, climbing, winter camping, multi-day touring |
| Shell Material: | 100% Ripstop Nylon/30D Pertex Endurance |
| Type: | Water-Resistant Insulated Parka |
| Warranty: | Lifetime |
| Waterproof Rating: | water-resistant |
| Weight: | 21.9 oz / 621 g (for size large) |
| Weight [with packaging]: | Large: 1.5 lb, XX-Large: 1.65 lb |
| Wrist Gaiters: | no |
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Outdoor Research Virtuoso Hoody Reviews:
Positive Reviews:
I had mixed opinions of this jacket at first. The biggest problem for some with this jacket is the zipper. As a belay jacket it has two zippers to open bottom for ropes. I myself don't need this feature but I must tell you it will take you a few break in times & patience to get use to zipping this jacket up. The first few days I hated it, it was very difficult to zip. Now it's just like any other jacket, I don't even think about it, but if you have a short fuse or time is an issue for you, you probably will be really frustrated at first with this system. I'm usually a Mont-bell jacket kinda girl. They ROCK by the way!! Any way this jacket fits way larger than Mont-bell, so I had to exchange for a smaller size. The jacket it self is nice looking and I'd say a medium loft. The front chest pocket is a slanted design, like they took a square pocket and put the zipper right in the middle on an angle. So it takes getting use to to get thing in and out. The hand warmer pockets are great, both are very large like the inside drop pocket. And the jacket does stuff into the pocket for a pillow if needed. The inner left pocket is the large drop pocket and it is a mesh pocket, open design. On the right the inner pocket is up higher and is a small zippered pocket no large drop pocket on this side, kind of a wasted opportunity in my opinion. So in all there is 5 pockets total. It has the important waist drawcord and nice Velcro wrist closures. Nice soft fleece around collar with another great drawstring closure. The hood is very nice, as I am usually not a hood lover. It is helmet compatible, but snugs down tight which is great for me as a hiker as I don't use a helmet. It has very nice loop style drawstrings at the front of the hood and a rear drawstring to really be able to custom rap this hood around your head, best design I have seen. The hood itself is full of down, no dead spots on mine. The Pertex works very well as it was tested out in 40+ wind gusts at a temp of 18 degrees. It's warm only in a T-shirt and sweat jacket, not really the best base layer or insulating either. Also tried in just a T-shirt under neath it was warm but would not recommend for long term exposure. I'm totally confident in this jacket with proper base layer & maybe a good quality fleece vest or 1/4 zip you'd have no problem with it's warmth. I purchased the Blue/Black combo as I'm a blue fan, nice looking for a guys jacket. Which I usually purchase, as they are made better, tougher and don't hug my waist as I like to add layers. I'd say the fit is large and square shaped not really taped as it looks on the models body, nice as it is. :) sorry guys! I try and split duty of my hiking apparel with my job as it is outside all day and some of this gear is really kind of expensive, so far durability has not been and issue, no problems at all. I do have to say, it took a few wearings of this jacket to feel comfortable in it, as I'm a Mont-bell girl. But now, no way I'd send it back- it's just too warm and has great ability to adapt to my changing customizing needs. I also like the drop tail on this jacket, so when you bend over it stays down!! Outdoor Research's web site has great details as well. Under dispute with O.R. right now is they show it with 2 inner shove-it pockets, mine only has one, waiting to hear from them on this.
Specs: about 8.5 oz of 650 fill to = 240 grams.
weight 21.9 oz
Pros: comfortable & soft
warm
1 large dump pocket inside
customizable hood & collar
velcro cuffs
drawstring at waist
Drop tail
Cons: only 1 large inside dump pocket
chest & inner zip pocket weird shape
larger fit by at least 1 size compared to Mont-bell.
Bottom line: Money well spent!
Very impressed with this jacket, I have had other old school down jackets, they were heavy and did not compress well. This thing compresses into its own pocket and makes a nice pillow. Incredibily warm and when I took it out into a mild rain we were having, it just beaded up and did not soak through. Good baffle construction thoughout other than the seam right under each arm, which is smart thinking for a heat dump. No real snow skirt, but does have draw cords at the waist to tighten it down. Runs pretty true to size. 5'11" at 190 pounds 32 waist and 45.5 chest, I ordered XL, I like a bit of room and longer sleeves. Hate it when I put a pack on and the sleeves shorten up 2 inches. The more I look at it, the more impressed at the design. The one negative is now my wife wants one.
I'm super happy with this Jacket, its exactly as billed a 650 fill down jacket. Want something lighter? Pay for the 800 fill. Packs down small, and keeps you warm enough to be able to enjoy a winter summit for extended periods of time. The zipper as stated by another reviewer can take some getting used too.
If I were to change one thing about this jacket, or make on recommendation to OR it would be about the hand pockets. I realize it's not designed for "around town use" but sometimes I want to throw it on if I have to walk a few blocks down the the post office or something. The hand pockets lack any fleece lining. My hands are so much cozier in the fleece lined pockets of my lighter, synthetic jacket, but that jacket just doesn't cut it in winter.
Outstanding! Warm, Light and highly compressible.
Look no further
The jacket is super warm, fits perfectly, I love the chest pocket, and I love the over all looks. Would be a 5 star rating, but the zipper is one of those that you always have to fight to get started. It's sticky, and I have to mess with it a lot to get it going. It seems to be breaking in and getting a little easier as I wear it more and more, but it's annoying. Maybe it's just my specific jacket, as I haven't seen any other complaints about it. Anyway, all in all a wicked warm jacket.
If you're planning to spend a day or days in the backcountry, this is the perfect weapon to have. The virtuoso packs up super small, lightweight, and incredibly comfortable to put on after a day of ski touring, climbing...or ice skating and fishing.
Outer material is very strong and I have had no problems with it ripping. I am 6' and about 175lbs and the medium fits me perfect. The hood is a great addition to get the added warmth covering your neck and head.
The Virtuoso is a great choice!
This is one warm and well though out down jacket. The sizing is great and it has a bit of a 'tail' extension on the back side for when your move/bend over. I had a Mountain Hardware Sub Zero SL (Large) and it would creep 1/2 way up my back (I'm 6"1') so it was returned.
The pockets are ample and secure and the hood is large enough for a helmet and can be cinched.
My only wish is that the hood could be removed - it would add some versatility.
