NovaUL Men's Jacket

Originally purchased a size L for my 19 y/o son. He is 5’11” and about 174 lbs. Slender with long arms. This jacket was very snug and left no room for layers. I think that OV’s sizing chart is very off because it says to measure sleeves from base of neck to wrist. My son measured at 29.5 and the charts shows 33” for size Small. He measures 37” to his fingertips and 37.5 for chest. The latter falls within size Medium. He usually wears size L for all tops so I just went for L. Then exchanged for XL to leave room for growth and/or layers. It fits him very nicely. The jackets have awesome features that he will soon appreciate. And the color and craftsmanship are excellent. We will test it in the cold next month and I might leave another review for actual performance. The exchange process was very easy and OV covered shipping. This is our first experience with OV and I am already impressed with this jacket and curious about their other products. I’m including 3 pics of size XL and 1 for size L.

Got a membership to buy the famous Nova ul and after receiving found shell and lining are rubbing against each other on the sides of the neck as down is almost not there compared to other part of the jacket. Then looking against a bright white wall noticed part of upper back horizontally have much thinner down than shoulder and lower back.
Trying to reach support of they confirm if it's a Quality issue for the piece and they can replace it.

Just back from three back to back camping trips in Colorado, between 8000-10000 elevation. Jacket performed great early mornings, evenings and handled brief sprinkles. Add to wishlist… an internal pocket IMHO. Thanks!

Just in love with my new jacket ❤️
Looking at the backpack on sale but had no luck getting it in my kart. Must be sold out. Would take the 60L. Short with belt in blue

I seriously love this puffer coat! I had a Patagonia puffer for twice this price ,and it didn't hold up at all. Let alone the features this jacket has ,from the armpit zips to the thumb holes at the end of the sleeves. I seriously love this coat!!! Hiked all weekend in the Adirondacks with 50mph winds and snowy and cold conditions. No issues!! Thank you so much and I will be purchasing more gear here soon!!!

This is much better than my Patagonia down jacket. Backpacking through the Continental divide, it kept me very warm during 80 mph+ wind gusts at 12,500 feet. The welded seams completely stopped the wind. When it got too warm, the pit zips helped. When the wind and cold were intimidating at night, the adjustable hood kept my head warm. The hydrophobic down stayed warm against a sleeping pad all night without getting sweaty.

This jacket just needs a chest pocket to be perfect. If you use the pockets to keep your hands warm, you have to worry about important gear falling out.

Quick ship. Fits great. Looks awesome.

This is my 2nd OV jacket. My 1st one bought 5 years ego (bright sky blue) and is still holding up. No disappointments here with their products.

Phenomenal jacket, the best I own!

Amazing product from Outdoor Vitals. This down jacket is incredibly lightweight while still providing outstanding warmth. Even during Arizona winters, it keeps me extremely warm — at times almost too warm, which is definitely a good problem to have. It packs down small, feels great on the trail, and has quickly become one of my favorite pieces of gear for colder weather.

Absolutely love this Jacket!! Such a great layer! The 10,000 less stitches help with the wind too!! Very impressed! Much thanks OV Crew!! 🤟🏼🤙🏼💪🏼

my go to for the warmer months when i still need an insulator here in the high rockies. Packs down small and provides excellent warmth, especially when paired with a shell.

This is the right amount of warmth I'm looking for in a down puffy. I love the pit zips!

I’ve been seriously impressed with this Outdoor Vitals coat. From the first wear, you can tell it’s designed with real outdoor use in mind—not just style, but performance where it counts.

Really love my new Nova UL puffy. Really warm and light. Would recommend to anyone.

This is a great lightweight down jacket ... Just a few of the features I like: an adjustable hood that stays in place in the wind; front zipper extends to cover half of my face; zippered, under arm vents, deep, zippered exterior pockets, and deep interior pockets (no zipper).

The NovaUL is my favorite jacket. It is sufficiently warm on chilly 40-50° windy days wearing only a T-shirt under. The lack of stitching isn’t just a marketing ploy, it really does block the wind. It’s tiny and very packable when stuffed inside the left pocket. Excellent materials, excellent design!

Love the jacket. Feels good on me. Seems well built. I am size large in all my clothing. Glad I bought xl. Must run small.

Really nice puffy. Great extra features (pit zips & thumb holes). Athletic cut, so size up.

It fits me great and is light and comfortable. It will be my new go to jacket for sure.

This jacket is great! And versatile to ensure I don’t get too hot ☺️ My only concern has nothing to do with the jacket. I am a 5’11 woman and women’s sizes don’t fit well so went with the mens. The fit is perfect other than the hips.

Love everything about this jacket. I had the same jacket for about three years or so and it has been fantastic. Unfortunately, while hiking in a dense area of forest in the early morning (dark) hours, I brushed up against a significant sticker bush and tore a few slits into the jacket. I immediately purchased another one. The fit is great and it packs up nicely into its own pocket. I've worn it very cold temps and it works great with a few layers. The pit zipper pockets are great too to help with ventilation.

Great information given by staff. Made my buying decision easier.

Light and warm!

Well, since you've asked... I still don't even have the package to make a review... Because USPS seems to be a terrible choice for international shipping (to Canada). They seem to have lost the original order, to which OV immediately resent via USPS thanks to shipping insurance, but USPS seems to be a terrible choice in itself, as they seem to be slow and with terrible, lacking, confusing tracking updates -if at all. Yes, OV seems to be on top on the lost package apparently, but I'm not impressed with OV's choice of international shippers.

I was looking for something I could wear casually in places where the temperature doesn't drop below 5℃, so this is perfect.