Hype or Legit?! Outdoor Vitals Vario Jacket!

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The Outdoor Vitals Vario is their newest synthetic filled jacket, filled with 3DeFX insulation. This has quickly become a favorite insulation jacket for my hiking, backpacking, and camping.
Outdoor Vitals provided this Vario Jacket for me for testing and to review.
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Пікірлер: 54

@justjonoutdoors Жыл бұрын

I have a Ventus and have found it to fit it’s intended niche perfectly. It was all I needed on my most recent trip where we got down to the mid 40’s overnight.

@BackcountryExposure Жыл бұрын

Yeah that's been my experience with the Ventus as well. Impressive!

@rmj2n Жыл бұрын

Same here. It's a perfect active mid layer for me. Once I stop moving around I'll put on another layer if it's cold enough.

@keiaraoka19 10 ай бұрын

You answered all I wanted to know. Thank you for a great review. Love your other videos too!

@k.whiking4372 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the in depth review and comparrison.

@Away.Aweigh.A.Way. Жыл бұрын

I just received my Vario yesterday. First impressions are in line with your review. It is notably warmer than my Ventus hoodie, the hand pockets are fantastic, the zipper is smooth and robust, and the matte material is stylish and minimalist. Looking forward to taking it out on an overnighter this weekend around Springer Mt. and I’ll post an update in the comments with my thoughts, but initial impressions are very good. Outdoor Vitals continues to knock it out of the park.

@geauxherd762 Жыл бұрын

I don’t have one yet, but I do have the Ventus and love it. I can definitely see where the full zip and added insulation in this one will be an awesome piece.

@expatadventureturkey9324 Жыл бұрын

Great review, I purchased a few days ago and waiting for it’s arrival. One of my main reasons for this purchase was the having the Ventus and enjoying it as a active layer. I believe this will give my Patagonia Nano Air jacket it’s deserved competition for a camp jacket. Again great review of the Vario jacket, look forward to putting it to work. Have a great week…

@BackcountryExposure Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@MeteocerEmpl0yee Жыл бұрын

6:24 I saw you trying to put those hands in your pockets 😂 all love ❤ - great review as always!

@BackcountryExposure Жыл бұрын

Ha ha ha! Yes, that 100% happened!

@markford2606 Жыл бұрын

Ventus is awesome. Suspect the Vario will be as well. Thanks for the review

@LostAgainwithJim Жыл бұрын

Very thorough review. If I hadn’t already bought one, this would have convinced me too haha.

@BackcountryExposure Жыл бұрын

ha ha! Thanks, Jim!

@markheming3507 Жыл бұрын

Recently got mine! Love it

@zachcherry8221 Жыл бұрын

I will say that the Ventus has been warm for me around 35 degrees, and surprisingly good as a wind break as well

@Silkstep Жыл бұрын

I have both the Ventus and the Vario, and I much prefer the Vario. The Vario has an amazing temperature range, is very comfy and with the full zipper is now my go-to insulation layer for all but the coldest hikes.

@dustincoy243 Жыл бұрын

Haven’t tried any of the OV gear yet. Only because I’m very happy with set up I already have, but their pillows and clothing line are exceptional in both quality and functionality!

@Floki1624 7 ай бұрын

I've owned the Ventus for over a year and just ordered the Vario. I can tell you from my experience with the Ventus that it does exactly what it's supposed to do as an Active mid-layer. I've worn it in Maine, Snowshoeing in temps of 10-20 degrees and have almost been too warm! I can't wait to try both pieces together in negative temps.

@Galactico42 Жыл бұрын

Granted I have kind of a small head, but I can get my Ventus hood over my bike helmet even though it's well fitting for normal use. It just has the stretch.

@milesfrussell Жыл бұрын

Overpriced and not necessary for backpacking, at least here in the pacific northwest. For actual backpacking its never cold enough to hike in a warm mid layer, and when you camp a puffy is good for static stops, the trek 100 slays. For winter missions, it's still not cold enough (20-35F during the day) for more than a fleece, and when it is (10-15F a few time a winter tops) a proton type jacket is appropriate but even a good fleece and breathable windshirt is killer, UL, and saves pack space for a larger down/synthetic parka for camping. If it's snowing you are in a shell usually and working hard you can stay warm with a base or fleece under and again a belay style over layer is crutch for stops. 200 is a terrible valuable proposition when a R1 Air or alpha fleece are cheaper, and a Nano Air on sale (200 bucks) is availalbe.

@jamesh6411 Жыл бұрын

Spot on review. I just got mine - Fit is very similar to the Atom LT - The Vario in large shows 10 oz and the Atom LT in large shows 14 oz. Been looking for a piece to combine with the Ventus and this looks perfect. I also wish it had a chest pocket but love the fit and the full zipper. Fit is athletic - I'm 5'10'' 165 lbs and large fits perfect.

@cameronhindmarsh95 Жыл бұрын

Which is your preferred jacket? The atom or the Vario?

@jamesh6411 Жыл бұрын

@@cameronhindmarsh95 really like them both. Need more time with the Vario but that is the one I would probably take with me into the back country.

@derekbouchard3311 Жыл бұрын

I've had an Atom for about a year and absolutely love it, just got my Vario yesterday and looking forward to getting out to compare. So far very impressed.

@brholder1 Жыл бұрын

I'm loving my Vario so far. It's working well with the temp swings in the Southeast. I haven't been on a hike yet. I'll probably layer it with the Dragon wool

@BackcountryExposure Жыл бұрын

Right on! I bet with the dragon wool it does really well for lower temps.

@brholder1 Жыл бұрын

@@BackcountryExposure that's my hope. I'm doing the Bartram Trail at the end of February 2023. The temperature can vary widely.

@mikekeretzman4757 Жыл бұрын

Great information. 👍👍👍😎🇺🇸

@teejay3272 5 күн бұрын

Really solid review. I'll take down on a trip for night temps but I'm all in with synthetic insulated jackets when moving. Two quick questions if anyone has it. Estimate of standing around warmth with a midweight baselayer and its range when moving? And are there internal pockets? Doubt there are because it wasn't mentioned but they're handy in the cold. I've used a lot of brands but don't have anything from OV but their stuff looks solid and fairly priced. Really like the cut of this. Thanks for the deep dive on it.

@DaveOffGrid Жыл бұрын

Def impressed by this OV piece. Unfortunately it's still around double the price of a Decathlon Trek 100 jack however, it's easier to clean and will do better in damp conditions which is nice 🙌

@BackcountryExposure Жыл бұрын

I think the Trek 100 is in a slightly different use category. The Trek 100 for me is much more insulated than the Vario and more similar for me to the Torrid Apex from EE. The price of the Trek 100 is amazing though!

@DaveOffGrid Жыл бұрын

@@BackcountryExposure ah good to know! I thought the Vario was better insulated and a competitor to the Trek 100. Bummer it's not as warm. Thanks for the info Devin! Great video!

@gregmortonoutdoors Жыл бұрын

You can pick up the synthetic version of the Trek 100 for even less money. Only a couple of ounces heavier than the down version.

@shamitoson Жыл бұрын

@@BackcountryExposure the trek 100 is an insulated down jacket. Very warm for the weight, but for static use. The Vario is an active mid layer, not that warm when static. Completely different use cases.

@azclaimjumper Жыл бұрын

Does the YKK zipper have "Coils" or "Teeth"? YKK zippers with "Coils" aren't as likely to snag fabric as zippers with "Teeth".

@theoferinga6030 Жыл бұрын

Hey, how would you say this compares to the Arcteryx atom lt hoody?

@BackcountryExposure Жыл бұрын

Smaller than the Atom because it doesn’t have the polartec side panels through the torso.

@jamesh6411 Жыл бұрын

I have both and the fit seems very similar - My Atom LT weighs 14 oz in large and this Vario weighs 10 oz. I love both but the Vario is the one I would take backpacking. I will be comparing the warmth this week. I am betting the Vario will be better due to the newer insulation tech.

@shamitoson Жыл бұрын

@@jamesh6411 what’s the verdict? Curious about the static warmth.

@andreasweber7828 Жыл бұрын

Ever laid hands on the Macpac Nitro Hoody?

@BackcountryExposure Жыл бұрын

I am not familiar with that. Will look it up though.

@82300sd Жыл бұрын

how's it compare to the Nano Air and Nano Puff? And why wouldn;t someone just pay 10% more and get those jackets?

@BackcountryExposure Жыл бұрын

I've never personally worn/used the Nano pieces from Patagonia, so I can't speak to that from experience. Looking at the Nano Air on their website though, I'd say they are definitely in similar categories and it's likely that either one would be a great option. Spec wise, the Nano Air looks to have an increased amount of insulation compared to the Vario. 60g for the Nano and 40g for the Vario. Based on that info, if you need/want something slightly more insulated, then the Nano would be the consideration for that.

@82300sd Жыл бұрын

@@BackcountryExposure thanks for your response!

@davidshirley6850 Жыл бұрын

Layering system I have started is the appalachian gear alpaca hoodie and now trying to decide between atom lt or this new jacket are they comparable?

@BackcountryExposure Жыл бұрын

Nice! I love the Atom LT, I've had 3 of them over the past 8-10 years. It's an amazing jacket. However, I am very keen to the performance of the Vario over the Atom. The Atom is a bit more bulk and weight with the polartec side panels through the torso, and I've been really impressed with the wind performance of the Vario over the Atom. The Vario has less seams, so it cuts wind way better, imo.

@shamitoson Жыл бұрын

@@BackcountryExposure which is warmer when static?

@Maddonkeys Жыл бұрын

Way too expensive

@VB6000. Жыл бұрын

Nah. Looks small.

@brianjmt5213 Жыл бұрын

To overpriced for a Chinese knockoff.

@BackcountryExposure Жыл бұрын

The thing is, is it’s not that at all.

@brianjmt5213 Жыл бұрын

@@BackcountryExposure Ok what is it? Looks to me a cheap Chinese item way overpriced to pay for the off the charts marketing hype! Plus, they want you to pay to be a member for a small discount on this crap. Nope, a few more bucks and you can have a brand name item of better quality and warranty.

@CountryFriedCracka 2 ай бұрын

This is because outdoor vitals has been wining and dining KZfaqrs for the last couple years I like their stuff all though kind of funny all of a sudden getting KZfaq Love from all over@@BackcountryExposure