Peak Performance
Helium Quilted Jacket
The Peak Performance Helium Quilted Jacket is a women's ultra-light, packable down coat for moderate to cold weather, worn as an outer layer or under a shell for hiking, travel, and skiing. It uses a windproof recycled polyamide ripstop shell with a durable water-repellent (DWR) finish and 700-fill RDS-certified goose down in the brand's signature wave quilting, with a stand-up collar, full-length zip with chin guard, zippered hand pockets, elastic cuffs and hem, and a classic fit. Owners report sufficient warmth for cold-weather trips such as Iceland and long-term brand durability, while quality-control issues including loose stitching and color mismatch have been noted on some recent Peak Performance items.
- Material
- Recycled polyamide ripstop shell with 700-fill RDS-certified goose down insulation
- Style
- performance, technical, insulated, lightweight, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Color
Specifications
Ultra-light, packable quilted down jacket with a recycled ripstop shell and DWR finish for moderate to cold outdoor wear.
Windproof recycled polyamide ripstop, DWR treatment, 700-fill RDS-certified goose down, packable construction, stand-up collar, full-length zip with chin guard, zippered hand pockets, elastic cuffs and hem, embroidered signature logo, classic fit.
- Material
- Recycled polyamide ripstop shell with 700-fill RDS-certified goose down insulation
- Secondary
- down
- Style
- performance, technical, insulated, lightweight, classic
- Occasion
- travel, hiking, everyday, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Additional Attributes
- ultra-light packable design
- windproof recycled polyamide ripstop shell
- durable water-repellent (DWR) treatment for moderate waterproofing
- 700-fill goose down insulation
- RDS-certified down
- quilted wave pattern
- stand-up collar
- full-length front zip with chin guard
- zippered hand pockets
- elastic trim at cuffs and hem
- embroidered signature logo on chest and sleeve
- classic fit
- wearable as an outer layer or under a shell
- designed for moderate to cold weather
Product Insights
Helium Quilted Jacket 340 CAD Classic fit runs true to size; size up only for bulky fleece or close-fitting hardshell Rated for moderate to cold conditions; standalone around freezing to 5°C, midlayer below DWR handles light moisture, but sustained rain requires a shell Brand has long-term durability praise, but recent QC concerns are reported on other models
Verified claims
- category
- Women's lightweight packable down jacket
- materials
- Fill is 90% duck down / 10% duck feather per structured material field
- materials
- Description cites 700-fill down and RDS certification
- materials
- Recycled polyamide ripstop shell with DWR
- fit
- Classic fit runs true to size; size up only for bulky fleece or close-fitting hardshell
- fit
- Offered in XS-L only; XS is the floor and L is the ceiling
- styling
- Single Burgundy colourway across all four sizes
- performance
- Rated for moderate to cold conditions; standalone around freezing to 5°C, midlayer below
- performance
- Ultra-light and highly packable for travel and stop-start use
- performance
- Windproof shell helps in cold, but high-output activity can overheat
- performance
- DWR handles light moisture, but sustained rain requires a shell
- construction
- Wave-pattern quilting is a signature look; its many seam lines can create cold spots
- construction
- Stand collar, chin guard and elastic cuffs/hem seal drafts
- construction
- Zippered hand pockets; some views also show a vertical chest pocket
- care
- Machine washable with down-specific care; refresh DWR with spray-on or wash-in treatment
- care
- Avoid compressing or soaking the jacket to preserve loft
- durability
- Brand has long-term durability praise, but recent QC concerns are reported on other models
- performance
- Buyer reports praise the Helium for cold travel such as Iceland; some recommend RAB Valiance for waterproof down
- value
- 340 CAD across all sizes; value depends on fit and dry-cold use case
- styling
- Deep burgundy shell, wave quilting, hip-length silhouette and small chest/sleeve logos
- use_cases
- Suited to cold-weather travel, hiking, skiing and layering; not for sustained wet
Product record
- Title
- Helium Quilted Jacket
- Brand
- Peak Performance
- Price
- 340 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
0 comparisons · 3 sourcesUses
A light layer for outdoor activities in cool weather
This ultra light, packable quilted jacket works as an outer layer for outdoor activities in cool conditions, with windproof ripstop fabric and a durable water-repellent treatment for moderate waterproofing. When the cold intensifies, the brand suggests layering it under a shell. On the model shown, it falls to the hip with a slightly fitted waist.[1,3]
Warmth for moderate to cold days and travel
This 700-fill goose down quilted jacket is rated by the brand for moderate to cold weather conditions. One Reddit commenter reported it was perfect for a trip to Iceland, though that reflects their own experience rather than verified performance.[1,2]
A light layer under your shell on colder days
Wear it as a mid layer under a shell when temperatures drop, or on its own as a light outer layer. A simple option for adding warmth over your base layers on cold days.[1]
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front-facing view of a women's lightweight quilted jacket in a deep burgundy color with wave-style horizontal quilting, a high stand collar and a central zip closure. Side zip pockets and long sleeves with slightly gathered cuffs are visible; small chest logo area is visible but text is not legible.
- Overall silhouetteFront view of a hip-length, fitted puffer jacket with a straight hem and slightly tapered waist visible under the arms
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.16 · w 0.72 · h 0.64 (high) - Quilting patternAll-over horizontal wave-shaped quilt channels forming repeating rounded bands across body and sleeves
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.54 (high) - CollarHigh stand collar that zips to chin level with the same quilted shell fabric
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.10 · w 0.26 · h 0.12 (high) - Central zipperFull-length central zipper with a visible narrow zip tape running from hem to collar; zipper tape appears slightly darker than shell
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.18 · w 0.10 · h 0.56 (high) - Side pocketsVertical side pockets with visible zip closures located at the lower sides of the torso; pocket zipper pull tabs visible on both sides
2 regions
x 0.61 · y 0.46 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.25 · y 0.46 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong set-in sleeves with matching wave quilting continuing from shoulder to cuff and slightly gathered cuffs
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.20 · h 0.53 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.52 (high) - Shell material and finishSmooth, slightly shiny lightweight shell fabric consistent with a synthetic nylon or polyester finish
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.54 (high) - Chest logo areaSmall embroidered or printed logo on the left chest area; characters are too small to read clearly in this imagePartial
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.25 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (medium) - Hem detailStraight hem with a narrow stitched edge matching the shell fabric
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.60 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model wearing the jacket against a plain light background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model presentFemale model wearing the jacket centered in frame; head and upper torso visible
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light gray to white seamless background with even studio lighting and soft shadowing to the right of the subject
- Composition and cropFrontal composition cropped near mid-thigh so jacket front, collar, and sleeves are fully visible while lower legs are out of frame
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Reflections and image qualityNo visible image artifacts; jacket surface shows subtle specular highlights consistent with smooth synthetic fabric
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.54 (high)
Colors
deep burgundy· shellblack trim· zipper and trim- Overall silhouetteFront view of a hip-length, fitted puffer jacket with a straight hem and slightly tapered waist visible under the arms
- 02
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a long-sleeve quilted jacket with wave-shaped horizontal quilting, a short stand collar, and a smooth slightly shiny shell fabric in a deep wine color.
- Overall silhouetteJacket shown from the back on a model, falling to the hip with a slightly fitted waist and straight hem.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.14 · w 0.72 · h 0.66 (high) - Quilting patternWave-shaped horizontal quilted baffles that form repeating curved rows across the back and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.56 (high) - Shell material and finishSmooth shell fabric with a subtle satin sheen indicating a lightweight synthetic outer material.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.56 (high) - CollarShort stand collar visible at the neckline, sitting close to the neck.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.09 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong set-in sleeves with the same wave quilting continuing from shoulder to cuff; slight gather at shoulder seam.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.22 · h 0.55 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.54 (high) - Hem detailStraight hem with a narrow stitched edge, sitting flat at the hips.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.70 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (high) - Visible logo patch on sleeveSmall circular or oval patch located on the upper part of the model's left sleeve (viewer right), partially visible against the fabric.Partial
1 region
x 0.69 · y 0.24 · w 0.07 · h 0.09 (medium) - Surface texture detailsMinor surface wrinkles and compression lines in the baffles where the jacket conforms to the model's back and arms.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.40 · w 0.44 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a model from behind against a plain light background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from the rear and slightly turned to her left, head turned to the left in profile; hands relaxed at sides.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.04 · w 0.84 · h 0.92 (high) - Background and lightingEven, high-key white to very light gray background with soft diffuse lighting producing minimal hard shadows.
- Visible pants (not product)Dark trousers visible from the waist down, contrasting with the jacket; listed here as staging, not product detail.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.76 · w 0.48 · h 0.20 (high) - Image crop and framingImage framed to show the jacket from upper shoulders to hips; top of the model's head is within the frame and lower legs are cropped out.
Colors
deep wine· shell- Overall silhouetteJacket shown from the back on a model, falling to the hip with a slightly fitted waist and straight hem.
- 03
Product
Front three-quarter view of a short quilted puffer jacket with wave-like horizontal quilting, high stand collar and a central front zipper that is partially open.
- Overall silhouetteShort, hip-length puffer jacket with a slightly fitted torso and full-length sleeves shown on a model in a front three-quarter view.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.12 · w 0.80 · h 0.64 (high) - Quilting patternCurved, wave-like horizontal quilt lines forming rounded panels across the front and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.50 (high) - CollarHigh stand collar that is upright and unzipped, with quilting continuing onto the collar.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.14 (high) - Front zipperCentral front zipper is visible and partially open; zipper teeth and two zipper pulls (one at bottom, one near mid-chest) are visible.
2 regions
x 0.43 · y 0.20 · w 0.14 · h 0.56 (high); x 0.43 · y 0.68 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (medium) - Chest pocketVertical chest pocket on the left side of the wearer with a visible zipper opening.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.24 · w 0.14 · h 0.16 (high) - Sleeve constructionFull-length sleeves with the same quilted pattern and slightly tapered cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.30 · w 0.26 · h 0.38 (high)
Other
Lifestyle studio shot showing a model wearing the jacket with accessories and a neutral white background.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from head to mid-thigh in a walking pose, holding a takeaway coffee cup in her right hand and earbuds visible.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.80 · h 0.90 (high) - AccessoriesModel wears a light pink knit beanie with embroidered text, dark rectangular sunglasses, white earbud wires, and holds a corrugated brown takeaway cup with a white lid.
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.02 · w 0.48 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.36 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high) - Background and lightingEven, soft studio lighting over a plain light gray to white seamless background with minimal shadowing.
- Legwear and stagingModel wears dark pants with visible zippered cargo pockets; pants are a staging element, not part of the product entry.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.64 · w 0.64 · h 0.32 (high) - Beanie text“Peak”
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.01 · w 0.30 · h 0.10 (high)
Colors
deep maroon· outer shell#732B3Cblack· zipper and trim#0E0D14- Overall silhouetteShort, hip-length puffer jacket with a slightly fitted torso and full-length sleeves shown on a model in a front three-quarter view.
Variants
4 SKUsDocuments & Data
Reddit Insights
3 threads · r/helsinki, r/gorpcore, r/hikinggearReddit users view Peak Performance as a generally quality brand with a strong heritage, and the Helium down jacket earns praise for cold-weather use, though some note recent quality-control concerns and recommend alternatives.
Direct Helium jacket owner is enthusiastic ('obsessed', 'perfect for Iceland'), and a long-term Peak Performance jacket user reports 20-year durability, but a recent Frost Hood jacket purchase was criticized for poor stitching and color mismatch, and one commenter recommends RAB Valiance over Peak Performance.
Themes
Use Cases
- Cold-weather travel / hiking (Iceland)
- Skiing
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs RAB Valiance
Recommended as an alternative waterproof down jacket over Peak Performance and Stellar Equipment.
vs Stellar Equipment
Both are Swedish brands; Peak Performance is part of Amer Sports, while Stellar Equipment is newer and focuses on the Nordic market.
Source Threads
Long-term positive experience with Peak Performance jacket durability
I bought a Peak Performance jacket in Copenhagen 20 years ago that I still wear while skiing in New England.
u/stevedp86r/helsinkiView thread →
Positive review of Peak Performance Helium utility jacket for Iceland trip
I just got the utility version for 50% off as well in misty lavender, I’m obsessed! It was perfect for Iceland last week
u/syddlesquiddler/gorpcoreView thread →
Brand ownership information and alternative recommendation
Both are Swedish companies, Peak Performance are part of Amer Sports (Arcteryx, Salomon, Atomic). Stellar EQ are relatively new (2015) and mostly cater for the Nordic market, but I never heard of them before. Don’t own any of these but both look solid pieces. If you’re looking for a waterproof down jacket, I highly recommend the RAB Valiance.
u/Low_Responsibility48r/hikinggearView thread →