Rocky Mountain Featherbed
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Just picked one of these RMFB Christy vests up after having seen them in the flesh in Santa Fe and determining what my size must be. I really love it. They don’t use the highest full power down relative to some of the outdoor brands, but I think that is deliberate to get a certain vintage puffy look. It is light but very sturdy and reassuring in how it is built and feels. I can tell it will be quite warm, especially over UHFs. And it has an interior zippered pocket that’s perfect for large bulky sunglasses. The handwarmer pockets had secondary, Velcro fastened storage pockets as well.
Now the waiting begins for cold enough weather to wear it.
Tried some layers.
And my favorite so far:
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Looks good on you!
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Thanks. Not the most flattering shape but I’ve wanted a puffy leather yoked vest for years and this didn’t let me down. Michelin Man out!
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Looks spot on @mclaincausey , always a fan of a good puffer vest
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IMO it should give a little marshmallow man. It is a sign of that good loft and extra cozy factor. I have a Patagonia parka I scored 50% off that looks ridiculous, but it is the toastiest thing ever. Your vest is trim by comparison. That collar looks great too. Enjoy.
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Looking good. Sizing is tricky indeed. Mind if you can tell me what size did you end up getting? What is your standard size in IH workshirt and western?
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Thanks folks. The higher fill power, smaller baffle, more technical offerings available today (think Patagucci Nano and such) can be less Michelin Man, but this is more of a vintage piece and I agree it’s supposed to be puffy.
@Omega Man I almost always do Large in IH, with a few rare mediums in the closet that are quite trim. This is 42. I’m 40R in suits. I tried on the 40 of this and it was too trim. The down gives quite a bit so you can definitely layer more than you would expect because it feels cozy no matter what layers you put on. I think because of the puffiness it would be very difficult to size correctly without a reference point.
I can’t wait to see how it performs in the fall and winter. I’m confident it will be warm, especially paired with IH.
Today I’m going to test the performance of the nylon against water. I don’t anticipate wearing this in rain much, but it will be interesting to get a gauge on how it will do in rain and snow. The down has been treated with water resistance, but I’m not sold on that technology and don’t want the insulation getting wet.
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This thing feels like wearing a sleeping bag and the mouton on the neck is similarly reassuring and comfy. Love the face fabrics too.
