686
Foundation Insulated
Normalized specs
These attributes use the same vocabulary across every brand so you can compare fairly.
- Waterproofing
- 10K
Rated waterproofing in mm. Higher numbers handle longer wet storms better.
- Insulation
- Insulated
Shells layer over midlayers; fill jackets trade packability for built-in warmth.
- Fit
- Regular
Cut through the torso and arms. Slim layers tight; relaxed leaves room for armor and midlayers.
- Seam taped
- Critically taped
Fully taped seals every seam; critically taped seals only high-exposure seams.
686 jargon, translated
What the brand's proprietary terms actually mean, mapped to the specs above.
Model timeline
5 seasons from 2022 through 2026. See colorway transitions and year-over-year spec changes on the full timeline.
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Compiled from 686 2025 catalog and retailer listings; MSRP approximate (USD).
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