Helium Down Vest - Men's
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Helium Down Vest
The Helium Down Vest is that durable, lightweight layer you're reaching for on that shoulder season hike around the foothills. You'll want warmth, but freedom of movement, and that's what the Helium offers. Pertex Quantum with Diamond Fuse Technology protects 800+ down fill with an outstandingly durable and abrasion-resistant shell. But, it's still lightweight and packable so you'll have no trouble with a bulky layer.
Details
- Cozy down layer that offers freedom of movement and warmth
- 800+ fill down for maximum comfort during light activity
- Pertex Quantum with Diamond Fuse Technology for durability
- Abrasion-resistant shell that doesn't pack on the grams
- Item #ODRZ8AR
This item is made with PFAS chemicals and cannot be shipped to some states. View Shipping Policy
- Material
- [face fabric] Pertex Quantum (15D x 30D nylon ripstop), [lining] 20D nylon ripstop
- Insulation
- 800+ fill goose down
- Fit
- regular
- Length
- hip
- Center Back Length
- 28.25in
- Pockets
- [external] 2 zippered hand, 1 zippered chest, [internal] 2 stash
- Claimed Weight
- 8.4oz
- Manufacturer Warranty
- lifetime
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Overall Rating
5 based on 98 ratings
Review Summary
Fits Slightly Large
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageMarch 18, 2025
Killer layering our outerwear piece
Fit is perfect, construction and materials are outstanding.

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
March 14, 2025
Fits great and comfortable
I have a lot of OR clothing and it's always great quality and consistent fit.

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
March 13, 2025
Very light and warm. Perfect layer to pack when the day gets warm…it’s slightly snug around the chest, I’m 510 and 200 lbs muscular build/large chest and shoulders. I find the xl to be slightly loose and the large to be slightly snug only around my chest

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
February 24, 2025
Runs Small!
Quality is good, but this runs small! I got a medium and it fits way smaller than all of my other medium items. Size up!

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
February 16, 2025
Light and warm. Deep inside pockets fits skins , goggles, gloves

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
February 13, 2025
My best mid layer addition of the year.
I was skeptical of the modern, thin, down jackets and vests. I’ve loved my old style, bulky down vests, and had full faith in the warmth of down. The Outdoor Research Helium Down Vest has become a daily part of my kit working at a ski area. The cut is definitely very athletic or snug, which does make it amazing for layering over. I’m normally somewhere between a large and extra large, the XL fits much closer to a large than a XL. While not the most flattering for fashion wear, but it’s perfect for how warming layers are meant to be worn. Generally I’ll wear this vest over my base layer and under my other mid layer. Thought the day I might remove my other mid layer and use just this vest and my shell. As with all of my Outdoor Research gear I’m very impressed and happy with my purchase.

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
February 8, 2025
Perfect Down Vest!
Love this vest so far. Perfect for active outdoor sports. Fit is excellent, just enough space to fit it over a fleece. Has a good amount of loft for how light it is. The arm holes have a good fit and elastic which really holds in heat compared to other vests I have tried.

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
February 4, 2025
Great vest
Lightweight and warm. The fit is smaller than I expected, but makes layering easier.

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
January 3, 2025
Awesome little vest
Vest is super light weight. Very comfortable. Great as an outer garment or a mid layer. Inner chest pockets are great for things like passports. Side pockets are lined with soft cloth that is nice and warm on the hands. Vest is great around town or living out of a pack. Doesn't stuff into it's own pocket but it stuffs great into a bag, which I prefer.

Originally reviewed on ExpertVoice.com
November 22, 2024
Great vest!!
Comfy and warm! It’s my go to for around the house, out on the town, or out on the trail!
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
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