5 Ounce Fleece Hoodie

the Thermal Weight sounds very similar- grid fleece, base layer cut and about the same weight- if the wicking and breathability of the Kuiu is similar I’ll be very pleased :)

can’t argue with a fleece hoody for $20 :)

Cuddle Dud link is to women’s hoody. Do they make a men’s version?

received my hoody the other day, definitely the right call going XL- the Large would have been too restrictive (probably fine as a cold weather base layer, not fine for layering over a light base layer)

this thing is uberlight!  fleece (albeit a light fabric) w/ a hood AND a 1/2 zip at 5.6 oz (in an XL!) is almost elvish in nature :)

oh and the hood is perfect, as good as my Patagonia thermal weight

this will be accompanying this spring on the Bob Marshall Open!

Brad- will do!

Mike

Good to hear it’s working the way you intended it to. I’ve only used mine as a base layer typically paired with active insulated pieces like alpha direct (Marmot 60, Strafe), Atom SL, and Marmot Driclime. In somewhat warmer weather I use with a light shell like Kor Preshell or BD Alpine Start. How are you finding the stink control? I’ve found the Makspec works a bit better than Polygiene. I use the Peloton more often now than my Neothermo hoody.

I’ve found I can get several uses before a wash with the Peloton, whereas my Pulse hoody will typically need it after three hikes. Neither base layer is as good on odor though as my Merino stuff like the Rab 120, Bjorn Daehlie, or FS Wick Hoody.

Yup, very similar, Rab calls it Motiv fabric. My Terramar Transport Tee is also similar idea to Pulse/Echo.

Okay, been off the site awhile.  How is the Peloton 97 different than a OR Echo Hoody since they are about the same weight?  It looks like the 97 might be a bit thicker.  Also I have a OR Ascendant Hoody initial release in XXL that was an REI variant that was a bit more weather resistant but a slight bit less breathable (30d I think).  How does that stack up against the Marmot 60 which I think is a bit thinner and the Strafe Alpha Direct?  Thank you.

And yes, I wish they made OR (or anyone else) Echo Hoodies with a quarter zip in white in XXL.

Thank you Michael.  I believe I have a Ascendant Nimbus also in the XXL.    I find it keeps me warm enough down to about freezing while just walking and wearing an Echo T under an Echo long sleeve.  I would probably not go more breathable since it tends to stop most of the wind we have here on the plains and does repel light rain.

As for 97 is seems that an XXL would run about 6.6oz and maybe a bit more to fix the hood.  I wonder how the sizing is to cover my 6’4″, 225# frame?  I am interested in it but from some people’s comments it does seem a bit fragile and for about 2.4 oz more I get a full zip with my MH Microchill lite full zip (once you remove the pockets) which is not fragile, has a full zip and looks to be a bit warmer.  Not trying to knock the 97, just seeing where it fits in.  Thank you.

Brett,

Yes, Nimbus has better wind resistance and warmth. Sounds like a good fit for the conditions and activities you describe.

I feel like Alpha Direct generally works best as an active insulator when paired with a more breathable face fabric than Microlight. The Strafe for example, although similar weight alpha as Nimbus, has a much wider temp band where you can just leave it on without getting overheated while ascending or descending. In similar conditions, with Nimbus I will get significant puddling in the chest pocket and interior moisture buildup while being active. I still use the Ascendent for casual walking around and occasionally hiking in colder weather. The hand-warmer pockets are my favorite feature as I like how easy it is too access those for a quick warmup.

I don’t have Microchill Lite, but looks different from Karuishi fleece on the exterior. Couldn’t find it still for sale anywhere, but reviews indicate the listed weight of 4.8 is significantly off and closer to 8 or 9 oz.

Agree with Mike, give CS a call on Peloton sizing. I was looking for close base layer fit and they recommended large. I’m 5’9″, 180, 42 chest and large is close active fit on me. Yes, the smooth outer surface is great for easy layering, but does seem to snag fairly easy. Actually just checked it over now and only found a couple, but I use primarily as a base layer.

Snag on sleeve

Small snag near shoulder seam

if you sign up with them I believe they give you a 15% coupon, also if you happen to be a LEO/military you can get additional savings, but yeah it’s not an inexpensive piece (but it’s certainly not alone in that respect as far as outdoor clothing goes)

I think the Adahy Hoody would be like the MH MicroChill Lite fleece but that with the MH the microfleece is on the outside.  Is it possible to get some more pics of what the fabric looks like on the inside and outside?  Thank you.

There are not many large ascents or descents beyond a few hundred feet around here but there always seems to be wind and lots of light precip now that it rarely snows.  I find I don’t want anything more breathable than the Ascendant because some of those winds when it is 25mph+ get really cold.  And if I get too warm I can always just open up the zippers on the hoody.  But yeah, most of this stuff is based on the environment and the person.