Western Mountaineering Hooded Flash Jacket vs QuickFlash Jacket

Where to buy

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Which one to choose

• Choose the Western Mountaineering QuickFlash Jacket if every ounce counts — 7.9 oz against 10.3 oz.
• Choose the Western Mountaineering Hooded Flash Jacket if value per ounce carried decides it ($48.71/oz against $58.59/oz).

Questions this comparison answers

Is the Western Mountaineering Hooded Flash Jacket lighter than the Western Mountaineering QuickFlash Jacket?

QuickFlash Jacket is the lighter of the two by 66 g (2.3 oz).

Which has the lower list price, the Western Mountaineering Hooded Flash Jacket or the Western Mountaineering QuickFlash Jacket?

QuickFlash Jacket lists for $35.00 less in manufacturer list price (MSRP).

Which is better value per ounce, the Western Mountaineering Hooded Flash Jacket or the Western Mountaineering QuickFlash Jacket?

Per ounce carried, Hooded Flash Jacket costs less: $48.71/oz against $58.59/oz of manufacturer list price (MSRP).

Hooded Flash Jacket

Hooded Flash Jacket – Ultralight Down Jacket for Backpacking, Climbing & Trekking When weight, warmth, and packability matter most, the Hooded Flash Jacket delivers serious performance in a minimalist package.

QuickFlash Jacket

QuickFlash Jacket – Ultralight Down Jacket for Backpacking The QuickFlash Jacket is the ultimate ultralight down jacket for backpacking, designed for thru-hikers, fastpackers, and minimalist adventurers who need real warmth without the bulk. Weighing in at just 8 oz (227g), it delivers essential insulation for high-output trips where every gram matters.