Black Diamond First Light Hybrid Hooded Jacket - Men's
Black Diamond
$299.00 40% OFF
$179.40
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The First Light Hybrid Hooded Jacket nails that mountain-morning pace - compact, responsive, quietly tough. Face fabric is 20D nylon stretch ripstop with a PFC-free DWR, layered with 54% Merino wool and 46% nylon for texture and warmth. Lining is nylon, and PrimaLoft Gold Active insulation keeps core warmth in check. Merino-backed sleeves wick moisture and vent heat as you push hard, while a helmet-ready hood keeps shifts between dawn patrol and last pitches seamless.
With a slim, low-bulk silhouette, it moves with you, layering easily over base layers and under a shell. It's hip-length, packable, and ready to stow when the sun comes out or temps drop again. The merino wool panels balance heat and breathability, so you stay comfortable on climbs or long approaches while a stretchy frame supports harness comfort.
Black Diamond pushes hybrid warmth with mountain-ready mobility, a nod to the brand's climbing-first heritage. It pairs well with rugged shell pants or fleece layers for a cohesive cold-weather kit and suits alpine ambitions from approach to after-dusk wrap.
Materials / Fabrication
- Face fabric: 20D nylon stretch ripstop with a PFC-free DWR finish
- Overlays: 54% Merino wool, 46% nylon
- Lining: 100% nylon
- Insulation: PrimaLoft Gold Active (100% polyester)
- Merino wool is responsibly sourced
- Breathable merino paneling and mapped insulation for dynamic warmth
- Merino-wool backed sleeves and underarms for heat management and moisture wicking
- Helmet-compatible hood
- Packable design
- Length: hip
- Fit: slim
Recommended Care
- Machine wash cold on gentle cycle with a mild detergent; close zippers and fastenings
- Avoid bleach and fabric softeners as they can degrade DWR and wool fibers
- Reproof DWR after washing to restore water repellency
- For merino wool components, hand wash cold or machine wash on delicate with wool detergent; lay flat to dry; do not tumble dry
- Line dry away from direct heat; do not iron; if needed, use a low heat steam
- Store in a cool, dry place
Fit Notes
- Slim fit through the torso and sleeves gives a low-bulk, stretchy profile for movement under a pack.
- Merino-wool backed sleeves and underarms help wick moisture and regulate warmth during high-output activity.
- Helmet-compatible hood and a packable design add layering versatility for varied alpine conditions.