Adidas Terrex Swift Cocona

I just wanted to update in case anyone else was wondering.

I ended up ordering one. With the cocona fibers performing similar to wool (absorbing and releasing moisture in a manner that buffers moisture and reduces flash evaporation in cold) I was really looking forward to this cheap cap 4 alternative. I figured I could have dropped an oz or more of weight by removing the characteristic adidas triple stripes.

Unfortunately the hoody was designed by a fashion instead of product oriented individual. The grid fleece was on the outside instead of next to skin. So it looked cool but completely negated the warmth benefits of the fabric by having the smooth face on the interior. Such a shame to because the jacket compressed small and used a different and more wind resistant fabric for the hood. It could have been a great piece if I wanted to wear it inside out.

So stay away and my search for a cheap cap 4 alternative continues!

Why not wear it inside out?

If I bought it used for $5 maybe, but even for $30 it just wasn't worth it. Then I'd have the issue of all the exposed seams (they weren't flat lock seams) catching or rubbing which would lead to seam failures quickly… I'd rather spend my $30 on something else. Plus it's voting with my dollar, even on discount, buying it lets adidas and rei think they have have a product of value to sell, which they don't.