No Jackets. No Hoodies. Just THIS - Layers Made SIMPLE | The Ventus: Outdoor Vitals Hoodie Review
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3 жыл бұрынOutdoor Vitals tries to make new space in the area between backpacking "mid-layers" and "jackets", but is the Ventus Active Hoodie up to the task? Here's my honest thoughts!
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@zachzimberg5683 3 жыл бұрын
Not even 24 hours ago, I checked your channel to look for a layering video. Great timing and great review!
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thanks so much for the comment letting me know. Haha it's still crazy to me to think people come here and check for information... meanwhile I'm just here doing what I love whenever I get a chance! Ps. Here's a video I did that covers layering a bit more specifically. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i9KDm5WKr8DHYok.html Keep Moving Forward!
@davidson_oldbull_sectionhiker 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for a great review Jesse, especially since I ordered mine yesterday through Kickstart. I look forward to future reviews as you test this piece more. Take Care and I decided to subscribe to your channel.
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! I look forward to hearing your thoughts on it! Thanks for the subscribe! Keep Moving Forward!
@ShortGuysBetaWorks 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review, helping me think of ways I'm going to use mine (when it arrives).
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help! Hope you enjoy it! Share some pics when you take it out in the field! I always love seeing what adventures people get up to! Keep Moving Forward!
@robpelton 2 жыл бұрын
Sup Jesse! This is the best vid I’ve seen on this jacket non-jacket windbreaker non-windbreaker. Well done. I have one on the way. Cheers my guy.
@BackcountryForward 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Rob! Thanks for popping by! It's a great hoodie! It became my favourite piece of gear on my thru-hike this summer! Hope you enjoy yours. Keep Moving Forward!
@remainingwild 3 жыл бұрын
This looks like a great piece of clothing! I've been looking for new hiking clothes for my upcoming West Coast Trail trip. I'll be sure to check this out!
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah! Check it out! It could be a great item for the WCT since it doesn't get super cold but would help deal with moisture well!
@SocDigitalMedia 3 жыл бұрын
Nice vid bro👍👍👍
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@stz0137 3 жыл бұрын
Love your Videos! Enjoyable and not boring. Only complaint... Not enough :)
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
Oh man, thanks so much. I appreciate that. Believe it or not, I really AM trying to change that. haha Hopefully there will be more in the coming months. Cheers, and thanks again! Keep Moving Forward!
@michaellorenzen8200 6 ай бұрын
2 years in and one in blue was ordered as a Christmas gift 😊
@BackcountryForward 6 ай бұрын
I hope you enjoy yours as much as I’ve enjoyed mine! It’s still one of my favorite pieces of gear. And I took it on my thru-hike!
@Danny-bg9op 2 жыл бұрын
I just got mine ....I love this thing...its a perfect mid layer...its light , warm and packs small...its a bit snug cuz meant to be used as mid layer...order a size bigger if you want a bit more room .
@BackcountryForward 2 жыл бұрын
It's a great piece! I rarely use it as a mid-layer. 9/10 it's just my outer shell and it's great! Keep Moving Forward!
@chipkk7868 3 жыл бұрын
Got to the first, or certainly one of the first, reviewds of the Ventus and I must say a great review. You describe a unique piece of kit that just hits a ton of "got to try" buttons. Outdoor Vitals is my supplier of choice for a lot of reasons, but certainly design, functionality, quality, and cost are all up there. Looks like the Ventus does that. Thanks again for the great review
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chip! I really appreciate that! It really is a great piece. Totally fits into new "category" in-between mid-layer and insulated shell. It's actually made this video incredibly difficult to title. I'm still thinking maybe I should change it back to my original thoughts: "Not a jacket. Not a Hoodie. So Much More!" because it really is. What are your thoughts on that?
@chipkk7868 3 жыл бұрын
@@BackcountryForward Not a bad title at all - that really was your message. Not a Jacket, Not a Hoodie, Not a Wind Breaker, Not a Rain Jacket - but close enough to all of them
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
@@chipkk7868 Maybe I'll switch it up. I'll see how the evening does. lol
@NancyandMako 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for your great review on this hoodie!! I am ordering the ladies version today!!!
@BackcountryForward 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much got the encouragement! I love this hoodie! Wear it almost every day and it took me thru my thru-hike too! If you’re considering buying it and you use the link in the description above, it’ll let Outdoor Vitals know I sent you and help the channel out a lot! No pressure though! Enjoy your new hoodie! Cheers!
@NancyandMako 2 жыл бұрын
@@BackcountryForward will do thanks so much!!!
@BackcountryForward 2 жыл бұрын
@@NancyandMako thank you!
@trakyboy5128 3 жыл бұрын
Small hoodie And, most of all, NO POCKETS !!! For get it !!!! There's plenty others out there that cover those things !!! But ZIP PITS SO I CAN CONTROL WHEN I and how much venting i want 😃. And I can wash in and spray on H2O resistance. A good wind breaker w moisture resistance is no problem. Sorry OV, but hey nice try. Add some pockets and a little bit more head cover protection and maybe I'll have something there.
@MyLifeOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын
Those arm vents are cool. I haven’t seen anything like that before.
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, it's a crazy neat innovation. Definitely cools you down fast!
@chipkk7868 3 жыл бұрын
Listen to the Outdoor Vitals Podcast on the Ventus. It describes the design decisions that lead to those holes. I have a Outdoor Research Helium Jacket with strechable and breathable sides and the concept simply rocks. Can't wait to get my Ventus delivered.
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
@@chipkk7868 The podcast really goes into depth. I really appreciate the information they offer on all their design choices. They want to inform their customers. Great stuff
@spellerwix 3 жыл бұрын
thank you for this review.. i've just backed it on kickstarter and this allowed me to understand what i might be getting!! having watched your VERY comprehensive video, the properties for this garment you described is very close to a british outdoor garment "BUFFALO Special 6 shirt". Designed for use by british special forces, police & mountain rescue. I'd be very interested to see a comparison between the two in the future ? It is designed to be worn next to the skin, but most users wear a base layer underneath. it is an excellent garment but it requires you to generate body heat to keep warm. If you go from a cold environment to a warm environment, you have to take it off otherwise you'll overheat, hence why you need to wear a base layer underneath!
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
Hey! Thanks so much for letting me know you appreciated the video! I just checked out the Buffalo Special 6 Shirt. Unfortunately I don't think I'd be able to get it it do a side by side any time soon. However, I just want you to be aware that the buffalo special 6 shirt looks a lot heavier and for a lot colder temperatures than the Ventus. By all means the Ventus is a GREAT product, but at 200g I don't think it'd be able to quite compare to a 725g insulated product that really serves more like a light-weight coat. Whereas the the Ventus is more like a lightweight jacket. If that makes sense. A good comparison between the two is perhaps found in your own comments about the Special 6. You mention that if you come in from the cold you need to take off the special 6 because you'll over heat. That is not so much the case with the Ventus. I comfortably wear it indoors often. It can get a bit warm, and sometimes I opt to take it off (just like you would any hoodie or sweater), but it's not significantly warm. It looks like from my first glance the Special 6 is more insulated than the Ventus. But then again, the Ventus does perform surprisingly well. I can take it down to about -2c comfortably on a walk. -5c on a brisk walk where my heart is pumping bit more. and -7c or a bit lower if I'm going for a run. I just want to make sure you're getting something you'll find most useful and beneficial to your climate and expectations! Cheers, Keep Moving Forward.
@jamiebennett3764 3 жыл бұрын
Try www.macpac.com.au/macpac-mens-pisa-polartec-hooded-jacket/115339.html
2 жыл бұрын
Kickstarter shipping on Monday!
@BackcountryForward 2 жыл бұрын
#Stoked! Did you get yours?
@ctu24jackbauer 3 жыл бұрын
The atom lt wouldn’t be a comparison try the atom sl Anorak, thanks for the review
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
You're right. The Atom SL would be a better comparison. Unfortunately I don't own it. But even still that is another 1.5oz heavier (which isn't much) but you get the gist. Thanks for the input!
@ldavis4428 2 жыл бұрын
Very nice video. Considering one now. Based on your active/inactive description of temperature you would be comfortable when wearing the Ventus and a wool base layer, what temperature do you think you'd be comfortable if you were also wearing the Patagonia Nano Puff? Active/inactive. Thanks!
@BackcountryForward 2 жыл бұрын
I've never tested the Nano puff before and obviously it depends on if the wool layer is a thin wool layer or heavy wool layer, assuming you're layering for warmth (ie. a mid to heavy weigh wool): I think it would be fair to say you'd be warm to pretty extreme temperatures in an active situation (again depending on how hot/cold your body typically runs). I'd guess -4F or even lower if your exertion is high enough. But those temps are pretty extreme so you'd need to make sure you have warmer layers for inactive times. I definitely wouldn't push to those temperatures with JUST that set up. For inactive, you'd be comfortable at 20F easily and could probably hit 5F safely if you had a fire and/or were a warmer bodied person. Obviously these are super subjective. I've take the Ventus out with a base layer to 0F in active conditions and was warm. So I'm fairly confident with another layer you could push some pretty extreme temps, but that's risky as soon as you stop because the Ventus does just that, vents. Hot air out, cold air in. I got pretty chilly as soon as I stopped to start setting up camp at 0F and had to layer up another mid layer (fleece: 66 North Hrannar) and an outer shell (un-insulated) and was warm as I ate dinner but started feeling a chill the longer I lingered in 0F. Hope that long description helps! If you decide to buy one, it would be a huge help if you bought one using my affiliate link! (no extra charge to you, but I get a kickback for helping): geni.us/VentusHoodie
@ldavis4428 2 жыл бұрын
@@BackcountryForward thanks. I think your comment was helpful! I hate being hot and I get warm a bit easily, so I think I'd really like to try it out. BTW, I did touch the link and it says the page wasn't found but... I could still go to the menu and do what I need to do. Hopefully it's still helps you!
@BackcountryForward 2 жыл бұрын
@@ldavis4428 Oh no! Thanks for letting me know! I need to fix that asap! Sometime's websites update their pages and so my links get outdated! Thanks so much!
@BackcountryForward 2 жыл бұрын
@@ldavis4428 There! Updated the link should work now. Either way, enjoy your new Ventus! I love mine!
@ldavis4428 2 жыл бұрын
@@BackcountryForward I used the link. It went to Men:s Ventus and I could only use their menu to get to women's. Then, sold out in my size. ): Sorry!
@ryanchoi7003 3 жыл бұрын
Great review! Btw how do you like the 66north hrannar?
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! The hrannar is a great fleece! Really quite warm, but lets you breathe well! It fits a bit tight unfortunately, so be mindful of that if you order one. Only downside, not wind resistant.
@ryanchoi7003 3 жыл бұрын
@@BackcountryForward Thanks! I don't see any reviews on users. Do you find it stretch enough even on tight fit? I'm on the verge of Rab alpha flash or hrannar but I can't really decide yet
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
@@ryanchoi7003 it fits. but it isn't particularly stretchy. it doesn't stretch with me. It's always felt tight, and I've just gotten used to it. I wish I would have gotten a size up.I'm a pretty standard medium and I wish I would have gotten a large. Especially in the arms.
@ryanchoi7003 3 жыл бұрын
@@BackcountryForward Very appreciated!!!!
@lexuinosirg5491 Жыл бұрын
Well polyester is polyester nothing else. Depends how thick it is
@matthewwest9602 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Jesse, what size did you get to test, and how tall are you? I’m trying to pick the right size via Kickstarter, and looking for a comp. Thank you!
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
Sorry for the delay I’ve been out of service on a remote thru-hike the past few weeks. I am 5’10” 170lbs and I got a medium and it fits great. This hoodie is true-to-fit so get what you usually would. Ps. I’ve been using this for the past 500km of my hike through the Canadian Rockies and haven’t pulled out my puffy once yet! I love this thing! Hope that’s helpful! ~Jesse
@matthewwest9602 3 жыл бұрын
@@BackcountryForward no worries man, glad you’re out living the dream! Still don’t know what to do on the Ventus, think I’m going with the L for the best overall fit, but might switch to XL if I get more details before it’s locked in. I’m 6’2” so sleeve length is hard to manage. Any new vids coming out from this past trip? I’ll keep any eye out. Thank you!
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
@@matthewwest9602 they do have some models at the end of the Kickstarter that give their heights and sizes etc. maybe that’ll help. But yeah. I feel you sleeves are tough. If you do back it, do you mind using the link above, it gives a small kickback for those interested at no extra cost to you! No pressure though! And yes, my thru-hike videos will come out this fall!
@isaacread8 3 жыл бұрын
What size are you wearing and how tall are you? Thanks 🙏
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
I'm 5'10" and 170lbs and I'm wearing a medium. I feel it fits great! I find all medium hoodies a bit tight to put on a first unless I get a large, but then I feel I'm swimming in it. The Ventus fits GREAT! Just like my other hoodies, it's a bit tight over the head, but once it's on it's perfect. comfortable, no pinch points, room to move and it moves with you, and I can still put a bigger layer underneath if I need to. I've put the fleece you see in this video under the Ventus no problem. If you are worried about fit due to some of Outdoor Vitals other products, don't be. They changed their fitting standards a ton and this fits great! Hope that all helps! If you're thinking of getting one, would you consider clicking the link below? It'd be a huge help to the channel. No pressure though! Let me know if you have any other questions. Keep Moving Forward! ~ Jesse
@themiller8754 Жыл бұрын
Needs pockets, my only complaint after 3 weeks of almost daily use on backcountry hunts and chilly morning runs.
@BackcountryForward Жыл бұрын
If you want pockets... I've been testing the Vario... basically everything I love about the Ventus but full zip and pockets! geni.us/VarioJacket
@coreytena2 3 жыл бұрын
Can it replace a rain jacket?
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
Great question! Sorry for the late reply! Not quite... but it DOES handle rain surprisingly well. I used it in the rain the other night and it was near zero. But it held up really well. But because it's not water proof in certain areas (zipper, armpits, sides) I did notice a little bit of moisture getting in, mostly from the perforated armpit holes and the zipper area. But was still really warm surprisingly despite crazy winds and getting it basically soaked!
@lexuinosirg5491 Жыл бұрын
It's funny ,every company pretends to have the best polyster midlayer in the world 🤷♂️ you can buy a 20 $ midlayer and it will keep you warm
@rodrev_hiking6757 3 жыл бұрын
Pair that with a Ghostwhisperer and you be warm as Duck 🦆
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
Exactly! Actually my plan is to use the new Enlightened Equipment Torrid pullover on cold nights at camp. And then just this hoodie with my rain jacket if need be during the day.
@rusty8865 3 жыл бұрын
How much is it $180 US??? Seems expensive......
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
Right now you can get it for $137 US or $144 US after today! The $180 Price comes into affect once it is stocked and warehoused on their website. For a premium performance piece, its a pretty comparable price to what's on the market. Considering the closest other product I've been able to find is the Arc'tyrex Atom SL Anorak is $209, I'd say $180 is still a fairly honest price. But it definitely may be out of some people's budgets.
@rusty8865 3 жыл бұрын
@@BackcountryForward It's that exchange rate that is a killer!!!
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
@@rusty8865 Oh my dear dear Canadian Friend (I'm assuming you're Canadian)... I feel you. I feel you on that one deeply.
@rusty8865 3 жыл бұрын
@@BackcountryForward yes I am Canadian, actually bought Dan Durston rebrand backpack, just too bad cannot get it here!
@BackcountryForward 3 жыл бұрын
@@rusty8865 What do you mean you can't get the DD40 here? You can get it on amazon my friend! (It's just a wee bit more pricey!) amzn.to/31yoWov I've been looking at it myself for my hike of the Great Divide Trail this summer!
@lexuinosirg5491 Жыл бұрын
179 $ 😉👍 very cheap
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