How to keep down from "shedding"?

[ready123go]

In the past I have had various down jackets and vests, but they always end up losing their down. I get decent quality, but by the end of the season, I feel like I'm trailing a Marabou feather boa or wrestling Big Bird!
I have read that I can spray them with Static Guard, but I am reluctant to jump in. Has anyone heard of this or other techniques to keep down from migrating? Any sucess with these?

TIA--

 

[ready123go]

Bumping up.

 

[ready123go]

Bump.

 

[LuvOrlando]

My DD has a black down jacket and the best I can do is use a roller to pull out the strays.

 

[Robmom]

I don't have an answer. I used to put up with that years ago, when I had this really warm down coat. My solution was to put a worn out sweater in between the coat and what I was wearing. That way, the feathers were just on that sweater that I took off.

 

[ready123go]

Thanks!

 

[ready123go]

Bump

 

[pampam]

Sorry, I've never had that problem. DD has worn down coats for years. When they start to shed, after a few years, it's time for a new coat anyway.

 

[sookie]

i would go with a higher quality jacket. Northface has down jackets that will last you for many years but they are an investment.

 

[ready123go]

How does Eddie Bauer compare with Northface?

 

[sookie]

i'd say EB is probably pretty good but I'd try TNF next... their stuff is made for heavy winter duty. i've been really happy. i have friends who have had TNF gear for a long time and it still looks brand new. its still really light too - i think you'd like it.