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By the Numbers: the Search for a High-MVTR Waterproof Breathable Shell Jacket
A high MVTR waterproof-breathable shell jacket may be the holy grail that can replace both a wind shirt and a rain jacket. Do they exist, and where do we find them?
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Patagonia Micro Puff Hoodie
TheĀ Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody is one of the best lightweight synthetic insulated jackets on the market today. If you want a full-length zipper, two zippered handwarmer pockets, and interior stash…
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Patagonia Sun Stretch Shirt
We recommend the Patagonia Sun Stretch Shirt primarily as a trekking base layer or insect-protection layer in camp for summer (warm) environments. It has a unique mix of features: reasonably…
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Patagonia Fitz Roy Down Hoody
Our review of winter-worthy down parkas recognized the Patagonia Fitz Roy Down Hoody as perhaps the best all-purpose winter down parka. At only 17.1 oz, the Fitz Roy packs an…
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Patagonia Quandary Pants
The Patagonia Quandary Pants are lightweight, durable, fast-drying, and not baggy. They are one of the few dedicated hiking pants that have belt loops – a very nice feature if…
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Patagonia Capilene Air Hoody
We’re big fans of the trend towards base layer and insulating garments that are both loftier (more insulating) and more breathable (less dense knit). This extends their comfort ranges across…
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Patagonia R1 Air Hoody
The Patagonia R1 Air Hoody is more breathable than the original R1 and is a good option as an all-purpose fleece layer for backcountry use. While most ultralight backpackers opt…
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Patagonia Houdini Air Jacket
We’re not huge fans of wind shirts that aren’t breathable. That’s why we think the Patagonia Houdini Air Jacket is such a versatile jacket. When it’s not raining, a wind…
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Patagonia Micro Puff Jacket
The Patagonia Micro Puff series offers one of the best warmth-to-weight ratios of any synthetic-fill jacket. It uses a high-efficiency fill (Plumafill), a unique partial-baffle construction that minimizes cold spots,…
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Patagonia Macro Puff Hoody Review
Max Neale gives a comprehensive review of Patagonia’s MicroPuff Hoodie, including its warmth, insulation, cut, and hood.
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Patagonia 19 Degree Sleeping Bag Review
Of the approximately 70 different sleeping bags I’ve used, the Patagonia 19 Degree Sleeping Bag is the most comfortable all-purpose mummy bag for use above freezing.
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Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody Review
Our Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody Review features one of the highest-performing synthetic jackets we’ve ever evaluated. It’s performance- and feature-to-weight ratio is extremely high and should be a top pick considered for ultralight backpacking.
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Patagonia DAS Parka Review
The Patagonia DAS is our highest rated synthetic insulated winter-weight parka. Frequent revisions have created a stunningly effective jacket for expeditions that cross multiple climates and for overnight alpine climbs and backcountry trips where a wet down parka would force you to bail, or worse. Ā DespiteĀ a suite of expedition features, the premium insulationĀ and light fabrics keep the DAS lightweight at onlyĀ 22 oz. in men’s medium. This parka performs so well and is offered at such a reasonable price that we feel it’s the only warm synthetic insulated parka worth buying.
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Patagonia Nano Air Light Review (Hoody)
This Patagonia Nano Air Light Review features one of the highest performing hoodies on the market, especially for active use in cool conditions. This one’s a fleece-killer.
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Patagonia Nano Air Hoody Review
The Patagonia Nano Air Hoody was released in July 2014 and was the best performing all-purpose active insulation jacket at that time. Does it hold up to the current crop of insulated jackets?
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Patagonia Airshed Pullover Review
This Patagonia Airshed Pullover Review features a new type of wind shirt that focuses on maximizing the air permeability of the fabric.
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Patagonia M10 Anorak Review
This Patagonia M10 Anorak review features a minimally-featured, simply-styled waterproof-breathable rain jacket that weighs 7 oz.
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Patagonia Nano Air Light Hoody Review (First Look)
This Patagonia Nano Air Light Hoody Review takes an first look at a lighter iteration in the popular apparel category of “active insulation”.
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Patagonia Sun Stretch Shirt Review
The Patagonia Sun Stretch Shirt is a lightweight nylon-polyester blend shirt. I use it as a trekking base layer or insect-protection layer in camp. This review reflects my long term experience with this shirt – more than two years and hundreds of miles of use.
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