Filo Reviews

A lightweight down jacket that uses a stitch-through construction, for warmth without the weight penalty. Filo is available in 9 colours and 8 cuts, a great choice for boys and girls who don't want to look like clones of each other.

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I find down body warmer type top to be really good for long/cold rock routes (at belays or climbing).  Can you do the filo without arms.

Posted on 18 October, 2005 by Ed

Received my Filo yesterday. At a pint-sized 5’1” it’s really difficult to find technical clothes that fit me, so I was excited to see that you make really small sizes. The XXS fits me perfectly, except the neck is several inches too large. I was surprised by this, as you suggest that your small sizes are for the younger climbers, and in my experience children’s clothes have necks that are far too small for me. My neck size is around 12.5”. Looking forward to taking my Filo camping this weekend!

Posted on 20 October, 2005 by Debbie

Sorry that you find it to big, we will look at this more closely next time.

We did try them on a number of different sizes and shapes, but sometimes if we dont get told we dont actully think enough about the problem.

But now we know we will try harder on the samller sizes.

Posted on 20 October, 2005 by Nick

Great jacket, keeps me nice and warm, however the velcro at the bottom on the sleeve isn’t far enough over, so I can’t tighten it up enough, otherwise completetly happy and it was money well spent.

Posted on 21 October, 2005 by Kate

This has got to be the warmest and lightest thing I have ever worn. At just over 650g and 650+ fill power, this thing is just the bee’s-knees! I have to say I was a doubter, always loving my Buffallo over pretty much anything else - but as they say, “Once you go Down...” etc etc. How did I exist before I got this jacket???
I have 2 small things that I would like to see on future models. The current zip is in the American style (ie does up the UK ladies way). This is no problem, but it’s there. I would also like to see a more durable shoulder fabric for when carrying heavy bags - but for £60, YOU JUST CAN’T GO WRONG. Maybe this could be on a different model…
I’m reliably informed that it’s the same spec as an equivalent North Face model, but a quarter of the price. BUY ONE!

Posted on 09 November, 2005 by Matt Deaves

its about time somebody started making decent kit at the right price. The filo rocks, exactly wot kit should be.

Posted on 16 November, 2005 by matt

great jacket, very warm - no complaints yet, although I did order a black version and received a navy colour ?

Posted on 17 November, 2005 by steve

10/10 for the Jacket. 11/10 for customer service. I look forward to you expanding your range of products so that I can but more stuff. My Rab jacket has been consigned to the loft.

Posted on 17 November, 2005 by Paul

Super Jacket, super price, super customer service. 

Posted on 25 November, 2005 by Tim

TOP Jacket in all ways, BEST price, unmatchable customer service (from ordering to recieving less than 36 hours). Thanks guys please develope more TOP products

Posted on 25 November, 2005 by SteveO
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Features at a glance

  • 700+ fill power - 90/10 700 Fill power (EU) white goose down
  • Detachable hood - Not everyone likes a hood.. so you have the option of detaching it
  • Wired hood - adjust your visor to cope with the conditions. The hood is also large enough to fit over a climbing helmet
  • Long back length - Keep your butt warm with the generous back length