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Patagonia says:
Warm, stretchy and breathable like our Regulator® fleece, but with the added benefits of abrasion and weather resistance. This cool-weather crosslayer was designed for extended versatility in shifting mountain conditions. Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory.
Our Verdict
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- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- Lightweight double-weave fabric is soft and warm next to the skin, but doesn’t trap heat; the smooth outer face resists abrasion and sheds moisture with a PFC-free DWR finish (durable water repellent coating that does not contain perfluorinated chemicals); solution-dyed yarns reduce water usage by 90% and carbon emissions by 96% compared to conventional dyeing
- The articulated pattern and a stretchy hood allow for a wide range of movements, especially reaching overhead or across the body
- Adjustable and stretchy hood with a laminated visor provides coverage and visibility with or without a helmet
- An external, zippered chest pocket and two high handwarmer pockets with mesh backers for ventilation keep goods close at hand and accessible even with a harness or pack waistbelt
- Low-bulk cuffs stay out of the way when reaching for handholds
- Hem adjusts by pulling a cord in the handwarmer pocket and releases with cord locks at the front hem
- Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory, which means the people who made this product earned a premium for their labor
Specifications
- Small weighs: 429g
- Medium weighs: 433g
- Large weighs: 452g
- XLarge weighs: 468g
Material & Construction
- Fabric 5.6-oz 90% recycled polyester/10% spandex solution-dyed, breathable, stretch double weave with a PFC-free DWR finish (durable water repellent coating that does not contain perfluorinated chemicals). Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory