In the 1960s, U.S. soldiers in Vietnam made a discovery that would change military gear forever. They found that quilted poncho liners - made from leftover WWII parachute material - provided extraordinary warmth without weight. The secret? Quilted air pockets that trap and regulate heat better than any thick insulation.

The BÆRSkin Paratrooper Quilted Hoodie brings this 60-year-old military innovation into modern design. By quilting together lightweight nylon shells with polyester batting, we create hundreds of individual air chambers. Each pocket traps warm air while allowing moisture to escape.

• Quilted air pockets trap heat without bulk. 
• Packable construction for easy carry. 
• BÆR-Tex DWR coating for weather resistance.

The BÆRSkin Paratrooper Quilted Hoodie uses the same quilted construction principle but adds modern upgrades. The nylon shell with BÆR-Tex DWR coating repels water. Hidden storm cuffs seal at the wrists. The storm flap blocks wind at the zipper. The high collar and adjustable hood create a warm microclimate around your head.

Here's why you'll love it:

• Morning Runs: Light enough to move in, warm enough for 40°F starts
• Camp Setup: Packable layer that deploys when temperature drops
• Travel Layer: Compresses for carry, works as blanket on planes
• Variable Weather: DWR coating handles surprise precipitation

• Quilted Air-Pocket Insulation
• BÆR-Tex DWR Water-Repellent Coating
• 100% Nylon Shell
• 5-Pocket Total Storage
• Magnetic Internal Pocket Closures
• Adjustable Hood & Hem
• Storm Flap & High Collar
• Packable/Compressible
• Machine Washable