Originally Posted By 300winmag
I read this thread & then decided I DO need a down jacket/sweater for summer in the western mountains (Rockies & Sierras) so I ordered teh Eddie Bauer First Ascent Downlight jacket since it was the best quality I could find for under $100. &84. + $11. 95 S&H through their catalog.


I already own the MB UL Down Inner, however my wife and I were in Cherry Creek Mall today and I just couldn't help myself-- we went in to find her a swimmsuit and we came out with the Downlight sweater for me! $84 for this down sweater is just too hard to pass up.

I just had to justify that it was mainly a summer piece-- for when the MB Parka was just too much and I didn't need a hood. However, I actually plan to use it in the winter also, layering it under my MB Alpine Parka.

It really is a high quality piece.