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Customer Reviews for L.L.Bean Women's Wind Challenger Stretch Down Jacket With DownShield and 650-Fill DownTek
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The jacket is praised for its warmth, comfort, and versatility, keeping wearers warm even in very cold temperatures. However, some customers found the hood to be excessively large and had issues with the zipper getting stuck or being difficult to use. Despite these minor drawbacks, the jacket is considered a high-quality, functional option for cold weather, with features like a high collar, deep pockets, and adjustable hem appreciated by customers.
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June 9, 2026
Great jacket.
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'5"
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Downhill Skiing, Casual or Every Day
I have not had a chance to wear this jacket skiing, but am looking forward to it. The fabric has a nice feel to it, as does the down filling, although I can't explain exactly why!
Boston, MA
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April 20, 2026
Great fit , nice features.
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'4"
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day, Running or Fitness
Fits well. The break-away zipper is a feature I like ( I wish more coats had this type of zipper!).
Chicago, IL
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April 5, 2026
Returned this jacket, did not like the thin fabric. You could see the down feathers
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March 15, 2026
Great jacket, needs further development.
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 5'4"
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Downhill Skiing
I bought this jacket first in a medium, and then in a large, as I wanted to layer under neath it. I bought it for skiing and general outdoor use in the northeast and the rocky mou
Massachusetts
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March 7, 2026
All boxes of approval were checked off.
Weight: 110-120 lbs
Height: 5'0"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Running or Fitness
I was in need of a toasty warm winter jacket that was going to keep me warm out in the snow and cold weather. I have been buying LLB products since the late 70's when I bought m
Long Island, NY
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February 26, 2026
The Warmest Jacket
Weight: 210-220 lbs
Height: 5'10"
Size Purchased: 1X
Used for: Downhill Skiing
This is the warmest jacket I have ever worn! Wonderful on the ski slopes or sledding with the kids. So many pockets and adjustments. It also feels and looks great!
Western North Carolina
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January 28, 2026
Hoped for better
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
This is a nice, warm jacket but has a few issues. First, like others have said, the hood is huge but I wear a knit hat under it which mitigates this and adds more warmth. My bigger
New York City
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January 10, 2026
I really love this jacket!
Weight: 170-180 lbs
Height: 5'9"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Used for: Downhill Skiing, Casual or Every Day
I really love this jacket. I wear it both on its own and under a shell when it is super windy when I ski. The stretch fabric allows for great movement and it's really warm.
Portland, ME
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January 10, 2026
Warm and comfy!
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'5"
Size Purchased: Medium
I absolutely love this jacket!! I was really unsure which size to order because usually I’m between a M and L. M usually fits everywhere but feels tight in the shoulders/armpit are
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January 3, 2026
Beautiful color with awkward design features
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 5'5"
Size Purchased: Small
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I love the color and the fit of this coat. But, as the other reviewers had warned, the hood is huge, designed to fit over a helmet (for skiers?). I might wear it over a knitted hat
Scituate, MA
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December 29, 2025
Jacket
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I'm not satisfied with this jacket I purchased. The jacket isn't warm for winter conditions.
Response from L.L.Bean
January 11, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
Thanks for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear the jacket wasn’t warm enough for your winter conditions. Your experience matters, and we appreciate you taking the time to share it.
Alaska
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December 27, 2025
Warm enough but not flattering at all
Height: 5'3"
Size Purchased: Small
If you want a flattering jacket then I’d suggest avoiding as I feel like the stay puff marshmallow man when I wear it. If you want to stay warm then I’d highly recommend.
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December 23, 2025
Love this jacket!
This jacket is very warm and so comfortable! I can wear it when it's zero degrees with layers under it. It's so light weight and and doesn't bind or restrict my movements in any wa
Minnesota
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December 10, 2025
Warm but not bulky
Weight: 110-120 lbs
Height: 5'0"
Size Purchased: Small
Used for: Casual or Every Day
This jacket is warm even in single digit temperatures. The petite size is well proportioned, not too short or tight but enough room to add a bulky sweater. Great for wearing when
RI
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December 8, 2025
Not a good product
Weight: 180-190 lbs
Height: 5'2"
Size Purchased: 2X
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Size ran small and it was impossible to zip or unzip.
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November 28, 2025
Nice addition
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'4"
Size Purchased: Small
In a sea of women’s outerwear that is either cropped, made for a trip to get coffee, or is downright geriatric it is refreshing to have a coat that has style and decent technical a
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November 22, 2025
Perfect jacket
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
This jacket is so well designed—lots of pockets, sturdy zipper, excellent hood and super warm. It fits really well without feeling bulky and the stretch makes any activity easy and
New York City
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November 8, 2025
Great jacket!
Height: 5'1"
Size Purchased: Small
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Hiking
I love this jacket. The high collar that zips up to cover your nose, the hood that’s warm and you can snug up, the pockets are deep and warm, the bottom hem that also snugs up, and
Montana
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November 5, 2025
Giant Hood
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'1"
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Hiking
I love everything about this jacket, but unless you are wearing a sizeable helmet under the hood it is useless because it is so big. I have need for a windproof, water resistant ja
Fayetteville, AR
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October 17, 2025
Sienna Brick is reduced for a reason
Weight: 170-180 lbs
Height: 5'7"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Casual or Every Day
The sienna brick color is beautiful. Unfortunately the fabric is so thin and light, you can see darker down pieces through the jacket. At first I thought it was stained and it does
WNY
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