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686 Men's Smarty 3-In-1 Form 2L Insulated Jacket

686 Men's Smarty 3-In-1 Form 2L Insulated Jacket

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I bought this jacket for myself in Winter 2023 with the hope to get versatility, durability, comfortable fit, and value and boy did it deliver! This jacket has been one of the highlights of the season for me gear wise.

What I didn't expect to appreciate so much are all of the little details in the jacket, like the glove hooks to keep my sleeves in place, the perfectly position chest pockets for the easy access to my phone and keys (with a retention hook), and the pass pocket in the sleeve for easy loading (also with a retention hook!)

686 is known for their baggier fit style and feels great my broader shoulders. I never feel layered too tightly, even with a thicker mid layer on. It does run a tad long in the hem and the sleeve. I never find this to be a major problem though as the Velcro cuffs and powder skirt keep everything comfortably in place. At 5'4, 200lbs in men's size large, I understand I'm not the average so taller guys may not find this to be a problem but if you have proportions like me, you might find a better cut in some other brands.

The included bomber style synthetic down jacket adds great value! The shell itself is warm so I rarely wear the puffy snapped inside of the shell because I find that it moves more naturally though I wear the inner jacket regularly as an around town and après jacket!

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Overall ratings
(4.2/5) 1 Expert review
Pros
  • This product has great value offering 2 separate jackets with the 3 in 1 design
  • This jacket has excellent details with the pockets, glove hooks, mesh lined vents, and powder skirt.
  • The fabric of this jacket is rugged and durable with a very high waterproof rating of 20k.
Cons
  • The removable inner puffy layer of this jacket isn't the most breathable and is more comfortable when it's unsnapped from the outer shell
  • This jacket has a baggy fit for the size and is not a great choice for a slimmer fit.
  • This shell of this jacket is heavier than higher end shell options
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Product details

The 686 Men's Smarty 3-In-1 Form 2L Insulated Jacket is a versatile and functional garment designed to keep you comfortable in any winter activity. It features a removable thermal puff jacket with infiLOFT® 160g insulation and stretch poly fleece side body panels for added warmth and comfort. The jacket's air-flo mesh lined under arm vents and outer collar venting ensure breathability and temperature regulation. The one-cinch hood adjustment and helmet compatible hood, along with the hood link system, provide a customizable and secure fit. Stay organized and keep your valuables secure with the internal goggle and lens stash pocket, phone heater pocket, full Velcro closure sleeve pass pocket with key clip, and front hand pocket inner key clip. The adjustable death grip Velcro cuff and inner thumb grip offer additional protection from the elements. The attached adjustable powder skirt and pant jacket connect system provide added snow protection and versatility. Finally, the jacket's adjustable bottom hem cinch ensures a perfect fit. Stay warm, comfortable, and organized with the 686 Men's Smarty 3-In-1 Form 2L Insulated Jacket.

Gender
Men's
Age Group
Adult
Featured technology
Pant Jacket Connect™ System, VELCRO®, DWR, infiDRY®, InfiLOFT™
Features
Hood, Zippered pocket, Insulated
Style
Full-Zip, Hoodie, Long sleeve
Material
Synthetic
Best use
Snowboarding
Seams
Fully taped
Shell construction
2-Layer
Insulation type
Fleece
Insulation weight
Lightweight
Waterproof rating (mm)
20,000 mm
Fabric
InfiDRY
Type of waterproofing
2-Layer infiDRY® 20K Fabric + DWR
Insulation
Removable SMARTY® 3-in-1 Midlayer with 160g infiLOFT® Insulation
Breathability (g/m²)
15,000 g/m²
Insulation weight (g)
160
Sleeve length style
Regular
Back length
Hip-length
Expert Reviews
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Leo C.
Ski Expert
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Leo C. tested this product

I bought this jacket for myself in Winter 2023 with the hope to get versatility, durability, comfortable fit, and value and boy did it deliver! This jacket has been one of the highlights of the season for me gear wise.

What I didn't expect to appreciate so much are all of the little details in the jacket, like the glove hooks to keep my sleeves in place, the perfectly position chest pockets for the easy access to my phone and keys (with a retention hook), and the pass pocket in the sleeve for easy loading (also with a retention hook!)

686 is known for their baggier fit style and feels great my broader shoulders. I never feel layered too tightly, even with a thicker mid layer on. It does run a tad long in the hem and the sleeve. I never find this to be a major problem though as the Velcro cuffs and powder skirt keep everything comfortably in place. At 5'4, 200lbs in men's size large, I understand I'm not the average so taller guys may not find this to be a problem but if you have proportions like me, you might find a better cut in some other brands.

The included bomber style synthetic down jacket adds great value! The shell itself is warm so I rarely wear the puffy snapped inside of the shell because I find that it moves more naturally though I wear the inner jacket regularly as an around town and après jacket!

Pros
  • This product has great value offering 2 separate jackets with the 3 in 1 design
  • This jacket has excellent details with the pockets, glove hooks, mesh lined vents, and powder skirt.
  • The fabric of this jacket is rugged and durable with a very high waterproof rating of 20k.
Cons
  • The removable inner puffy layer of this jacket isn't the most breathable and is more comfortable when it's unsnapped from the outer shell
  • This jacket has a baggy fit for the size and is not a great choice for a slimmer fit.
  • This shell of this jacket is heavier than higher end shell options
Curated Expert Leo in the 686 Smarty 3 in 1 jacket with Curated Customer
The 686 Smarty 3 in 1 Jacket keeping Curated Expert Leo warm on a big powder day.
Picture of the inner synthetic down jacket (I can make these nicer than dirty mirror shots)
The outter shell of the 686 3 in 1 Smarty Jacket
Expert Q&A
Quick, accurate answers from Curated experts to the frequently asked questions
Why did you choose this product?
I picked the 686 Men's Smarty 3-In-1 Form 2L Insulated Jacket because it's quality and key features are superior to other 3 in 1 jackets and at a lower cost. It has more pockets than the Patagonia 3-in-1 Powder Town. It has a better shell than the North Face ThermoBall Eco Snow Triclimate. It's not the lightest but it is completely packable in it's own hood for storage.
Leo C.
by Leo C. on June 7, 2023
What was your favorite moment with this gear?
2023 was filled with incredible powder days as well as sunny spring laps - truly a season to remember. In march we skied 5 days back to back in Utah hitting every kind terrain in every kind of weather condition you could think of - single digits, knee deep powder, warm and sunny. It stood up to everything that trip threw at me and was always dry, warm, comfortable, and ready to go for the next day.
Leo C.
by Leo C. on June 7, 2023
What do you love about this product?
Is the 686 Men's Smarty 3-In-1 Form 2L Insulated Jacket waterproof and breathable? The 686 Men's Smarty 3-In-1 Form 2L Insulated jacket is exceptionally waterproof and breathable for it's class with a 20k Waterproofing and 15k Breathability Rating. The mesh lined vents in the shell make it ideal for dumping heat and the fleece side panels of the inner synthetic down jacket help keep your core cool when working hard. Even on the deepest of powder days with heavy moisture, the waterproofing of this jacket didn't let up. Is the 686 Men's Smarty 3-In-1 Form 2L Insulated Jacket versatile? The 686 Men's Smarty 3-In-1 Form 2L Insulated jacket is versatile to maximum degree. The biggest inherent value of this jacket is that you're getting 3 configurations of outerwear in one. The shell and the synthetic down inner jacket can be worn stand alone or as one unit, delivering versatility for every kind of weather conditions and any winter sports discipline. Is the 686 Men's Smarty 3-In-1 Form 2L Insulated Jacket durable? The 686 Men's Smarty 3-In-1 Form 2L Insulated Jacket delivers TWO exceptionally durable jackets. The outer shell is noticeably rugged and while it's not the lightest shell, every feature - the zippers, the pockets, the glove hooks, the integration snaps, the velcro - have all stood up to hard use in harsh conditions. The inner synthetic down jacket has made a great option for around town in the winter in addition to being warm midlayer - standing up to daily wear on and off the mountain. What are the key features of the 686 Men's Smarty 3-In-1 Form 2L Insulated Jacket? In addition to the 3 in 1 jacket system, the shell is packed with additional features such as a mesh inner stash away pocket, phone heater chest pocket with key retainer hook, second chest pocket + zippered side pockets for additional storage, head phone loop, mesh line vents, left sleeve Velcro pass pocket with retainer hook, powder skirt, pants integration snaps, and glove hooks. All of these little details add up to well though out experience that delivers on every promise. How does the 686 Men's Smarty 3-In-1 Form 2L Insulated Jacket compare with similar options in terms of price and quality? I picked the 686 Men's Smarty 3-In-1 Form 2L Insulated Jacket because it's quality and key features are superior to other 3 in 1 jackets and at a lower cost. It has more pockets than the Patagonia 3-in-1 Powder Town. It has a better shell than the North Face ThermoBall Eco Snow Triclimate. It's not the lightest but it is completely packable in it's own hood for storage. What kind of warranty does the 686 Men's Smarty 3-In-1 Form 2L Insulated Jacket come with? The 686 Men's Smarty 3-In-1 Form 2L Insulated Jacket has a limited lifetime warranty
Leo C.
by Leo C. on June 7, 2023
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