Patagonia r1 pullover hoody full#

Techface does not necessarily come first, the R1 techface isn’t as warm as the R1, it’s not as lofty and built as a lightly insulated soft shell, it’s not warm enough or cut as a midlayer. So what does this tell us? Here's what Jenn told me: Same goes for R3, R4, R5 and R6 models: They respectively correspond to 300, 400, 500 and 600 wt. This notation is so widely accepted by now that it is actually even used by other companies - although the official rights are reserved by Patagonia. R2 corresponds to 200 wt classic polartec fleece whereas R1 to 100 wt. If you'll be wearing the jacket mostly casually though, then the Techface is probably the better alternative for you. If you're going to go down this route (layering) AND if you'll be performing high output activities with these jackets, then I'd recommend going for option #2 because, in most cases, you CAN compensate the lost weather and abrasion resistance with shells in option #2 but you CAN'T compensate the lost breathability (which is quite important for these active uses) in option #1.

Whereas the base models are intended to be used as true mid-layers which you can pair with shells and some insulated jackets over more easily.

The Techface is actually intended to work as more of an outer layer where you can under layer with other mid/base-layers more easily,.

But it comes at a cost: You sacrifice equally significant amount of breathability and layering abilities. In short, Techface adds to the durability and weather (wind AND water) resistance of the jacket a considerable amount. #Sidenote: On top of R1 and R2, there were also R3 adaptations of all these before, but Patagonia discontinued them as of 2018. You can apply this to all different comparisons such as:

Techface comes first: So, compared to a non-Techface R2, any Techface R1 is actually going to be warmer, more durable & weather resistant and less breathable.

They offer very similar (same) durability and weather resistance capabilities.

R2 is warmer and less breathable than the R1.

Techface adaptations increase the warmth, durability and wind & water resistances by a good margin compared to the base models but also sacrifice breathability significantly.

My top outer-layer pick for static use when it's cold, windy and/or rainy out in town.

Patagonia r1 pullover hoody full#

R1 Full Zip Hoody can be a good alternative to this. Not sure why Patagonia doesn't offer a Women's specific counterpart. For high output activities, this well-balanced mid-layer is my top recommendation of all and also is the most popular. R1 Techface Hoody : MSRP 189 - 179 USD.Loops on the sleeves to pass the thumb through.Zip with garages for handles and internal flap under the chin.Seams moved from the points of greatest friction for better comfort.Warmth and durability in a wide range of temperatures.Polygiene® that provides permanent odor control.Made with Polartec® Power Grid™, 92% recycled polyester and 8% elastane.It incorporates a pocket on the outer chest to always have the essentials at hand. The seams are outside the shoulder area so as not to get in the way when wearing a backpack. The front zipper has a garage to have a good touch in the chin area. The R1 stretches, traps heat and compresses to virtually nothing, featuring a versatile design for climbers and backcountry skiers. To maintain and control odors, it has the Polygiene® treatment.

It's the ideal midlayer, made from mesh lining Polartec® Power Grid™ stretchy, breathable, compressible and durable, it has excellent moisture management. Pullover fleece from the Patagonia brand, designed for all kinds of mountain activities.