Inesis MW500 sleeveless down jacket review

Written By Chris Shirley MA FRGS

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Cost ★★★★★

Performance ★★★★★

Overall Score ★★★★★

Verdict: While originally designed with golfers in mind, the MW500 Sleeveless Down Jacket is affordable and versatile enough for a range of adventures!

The Inesis (a Decathlon brand) MW500 Sleeveless Down Jacket is a well-designed midlayer that combines warmth, mobility, and practicality, making it an excellent choice for adventures when the weather gets chilly.

 

The jacket features natural down and feather insulation, providing good thermal regulation while remaining lightweight. It layers easily over or under other garments (as you can see from the pictures), offering versatility for varying weather conditions. A stand-up collar adds extra protection against the wind, while the sleeveless construction minimises bulk for greater flexibility. Practical features include multiple zippered and some internal pockets, which provide secure storage for essentials making it a convenient companion on the golf course or during outdoor adventures.

 

The lightweight and packable nature of the MW500 makes it easy to carry in a backpack or on bikepacking expeds, ensuring it’s always on hand when temperatures drop. Crafted with durable outer material and a water-repellent coating, the jacket offers reliable protection against the elements, including light rain or dew. It is also easy to clean and care for, enhancing its longevity and practicality.

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Chris Shirley MA FRGS

About the Author:

Chris is the founder of Hiatus.Design, a strategic branding, design and communications company that works with clients all over the world.

Over the course of his life, he has travelled to more than 60 countries across six continents, earned two Guinness World Records, completed the legendary Marathon des Sables, summited Mont Blanc and unclimbed peaks in Asia, become a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society (FRGS), rowed across the Atlantic Ocean and obtained a Masterʼs degree in Business Management (MA).

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