REI unveils Black Diamond’s ultralight $549 Deploy Down 0.5 Hoody, the ‘lightest down jacket in the world’ for alpine travelers!

When you’re chasing summits or embarking on fast-paced adventures, every ounce counts. Black Diamond’s new Deploy Down 0.5 Full-Zip Hoody is a game-changer for travelers and hikers who demand maximum warmth with minimal weight. Available now at REI for men and women, this innovative layer packs serious insulation into an unbelievably light package—perfect for shoulder-season trips or as an emergency warmth boost in your pack.
The Black Diamond Deploy Down 0.5 Full-Zip Hoody is engineered for high-output mountain missions:
- Ultralight Design: Weighs under 5 ounces, making it one of the lightest down hoodies ever made.
- Premium Insulation: 1,000-fill-power down delivers surprising warmth for cool, windy conditions.
- Extreme Packability: Compresses to the size of a fuel canister, vanishing into your backpack or carry-on.
- Active Fit: Full-zip for easy venting during hikes, climbs, or travel days.
- Light Wind Resistance: Ideal midlayer for unpredictable weather on trails or alpine approaches.
This hoody shines on fast-and-light adventures, keeping you cozy without weighing you down—whether backpacking remote paths or navigating chilly airports.
Adventurers are raving about the Deploy series! One reviewer called it a “minimalist masterpiece” that “delivers surprising warmth when the alpine air turns cold.” Another hailed it as “magic” for technical routes and summits, noting it feels like a four-season staple for gram-counters. Early feedback praises its deceptive warmth-to-weight ratio, making it a must-have for efficient travelers.
Score the groundbreaking Black Diamond Deploy Down 0.5 Full-Zip Hoody at REI—$549 for men or women! This premium new release is in stock now, so head to REI and grab yours before your next trip.
Prices accurate at time of publishing.
Men’s: https://rei.pxf.io/bO6rrb
Women’s: https://rei.pxf.io/2aoLLa









