Product test
Mammut’s new «Loopinsulation» review: warmth out in the wild
by Siri Schubert
My new favourite garment: the Columbia Arctic Crest hoodie
21.11.2024
Translation: Megan Cornish
My favourite product range is growing. The latest addition is Columbia’s Arctic Crest hoodie, which impressed across the board in my test.
Do you have a favourite product or products? Are there things that make your everyday life or sports easier? I have a few. For example (trigger warning for parts of the Community here) React sports glasses:
I’ve already written about it:
Columbia has provided me with a hoodie and a vest with the new technology to test.
Inspired by nature
Polar bears’ skin is black, enabling it to absorb the heat of the sun’s rays. The American outdoor manufacturer has copied these properties in its new heat technology.
A polar bear on dog walks
Now, in late autumn, I’m wearing the hoodie with its «polar bear technology» more and more often on my regular dog walks along with the Arctic Crest vest. When it rains, I also like to wear the Wyldwood rain jacket. That way I not only stay warm, but dry too.
In a nutshell
Columbia Arctic Crest hoodie: from zero to hero (product)
Love at first sight. And second. And third. The Arctic Crest Sherpa Full Zip from Columbia – to give it its full name – feels tailor-made for me and my needs. The high-quality hoodie impresses with its excellent finish and look. These things don’t keep me warm, but the many compliments I get about them make me feel good. And that never hurts.
And the hoodie actually does keep you warm. Very warm. I’m not living in arctic temperatures, but, according to the thermometer on my dog walk, it’s currently three degrees. A long T-shirt, the hoodie and the Columbia Arctic Crest vest and I’m fine.
Pro
- Keeps you really warm
- Good quality
- Good finish
- Attractive design
Contra
- Nothing yet
Patrick Bardelli
Senior Editor
Patrick.Bardelli@digitecgalaxus.chFrom radio journalist to product tester and storyteller, jogger to gravel bike novice and fitness enthusiast with barbells and dumbbells. I'm excited to see where the journey'll take me next.
