The 800-fill-power Patagonia Down Sweater Hoodie ($329) withstands wind and light moisture, has a classic style, and is lightweight for its level of warmth. We took this jacket on rolling hikes ...

Though it’s less durable and not as warm, a leaner option with a broad size range is the Patagonia Down Sweater Hoody, which offers up XXS to XXL: The design is a solid everyday layer.