KUHL
KUHL Spyfire Down Parka
72B-TIERmedium Confidence
A women's mid-length down parka with 800-fill RDS-certified goose down and thermal body-mapped baffles. Uses 20-denier MIKROTEX nylon shell with reinforced nylon/spandex yoke overlay and underarm knit gussets for heat regulation. YKK Metaluxe 2-way center front zipper. Weighs 18 oz. DWR finish. Backed by KUHL's 18-month limited warranty against manufacturing defects only.
443verified reviews analyzed
85%positive
72
B-TIER/ 100Good
Material & Build20/25
800-fill RDS-certified goose down is premium insulation with an excellent warmth-to-weight ratio. Thermal body-mapped baffle design places larger baffles at the torso for core warmth. Reinforced 180 g/m2 nylon/spandex yoke overlay protects high-wear zones. DWR finish. However, the 20D MIKROTEX body fabric (38 g/m2) is thin — reviewers report tearing on brush and persistent down leakage from seams.
Warranty & Support20/35
18-month limited warranty covers manufacturing defects only — normal wear and tear explicitly excluded. No refunds, only repair or replacement. Customer pays outbound shipping with roughly 10-day turnaround. A functional warranty with a real repair program, but significantly shorter and narrower than competitors like Patagonia (lifetime for defects) or Osprey (lifetime any damage).
User Trust32/40
443 reviews across KUHL.com (419 at 4.6/5) and REI (24 at 4.3/5). GearJunkie praises packability and thermal body mapping. Zappos reviewers call it one of the best winter coats they have owned. KUHL is a respected independently owned brand since 1983 with a loyal following. Limited r/BuyItForLife presence but solid reputation in the outdoor community.
medium ConfidenceUpdated Feb 2026
High
800-fill-power RDS-certified goose down with thermal body-mapped baffle design — larger baffles at front and back for maximum core warmth, smaller baffles at sides and sleeves for contoured fit and reduced bulk.
Source: KUHL product specifications
High
Reinforced yoke overlay uses TuffleX nylon/spandex at 180 g/m2 — roughly 4.7x heavier than the 38 g/m2 MIKROTEX body fabric — with additional reinforced overlay on front body and sleeves for element protection.
Source: KUHL product specifications
High
YKK Metaluxe 2-way center front zipper with 4 zippered pockets (2 hand, 1 sleeve, 1 internal). 35-inch length at size small provides mid-thigh coverage.
Source: KUHL product specifications
Known Concerns4 issues reported
Multiple reviewers report persistent down leakage and feather shedding from seams — one owner reports finding feathers on car seats months after purchase, another reports picking feathers out of hair after one hour of wear.
The 20-denier MIKROTEX body fabric tears easily on brush, branches, and thorny shrubs. Several reviewers specifically warn against wearing it on trails with dense vegetation.
The YKK Metaluxe 2-way zipper is difficult to align and operate — multiple reviewers report needing four or five attempts to get the zippers to engage, describing it as substandard for the price point.
18-month warranty is among the shortest in the premium parka category. Normal wear including down leakage and fabric abrasion are not covered.
$329.00
Where to Buy3 retailers
| Backcountry | Best price | $329.00 | Visit |
| KUHL.com | $339.00 | Visit | |
| REI | $339.00 | Visit |
Prices updated Feb 2026. Links may earn a commission.
Brand Profile
KUHL
Founded 1983 · Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
Founded in 1983 as Alfwear in Salt Lake City. Independently owned outdoor brand known for technical fabrics and articulated fit patterns designed for mountain use.
Warranty
Limited warranty
Brand Score
18/30
Repair Program
Yes
Parts
low
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