Geese like water, but their feathers in the form of “down” do not. A little water in a down jacket and it is a lumpy waterlogged garment no one would want to wear. But Brooks-Range, which touts itself as having “gimmick-free designs” has reportedly introduced the Mojave Jacket, which is insulated with a new type of water-resistant goose down.
As with other water-repellent down jackets this one uses “DownTek,” which has been treated with a hydrophobic nano-chemical that can ensure that a little water doesn’t affect the jacket. We think this might be one down jacket to get down with!
Brooks-Range Mojave Down Jacket
[Via GearJunkie: Water-Repellant Goose Down ‘Not a Gimmick,’ company touts]