Description Good for activities with a rigorous heat-up/cool-down cycle (track skiing, snowshoeing, trail running). Lightweight Capilene transports moisture away from the skin in any weather.
Reviewed by: Trevor (Unregistered User)
,
Backpacker
, from Tasmania, Australia
Price Paid:
$30.00
at Mountain Creek, Tasm
Summary: What a pity Patagonia has pulled out of Australia (probably due to the US/ "Pacific Peso" (Aussie Dollar) exchange rate!). I only managed to get one of these they left (at about $70 Aust). Last year I worked on the Overland Track here in Tasmania for our Parks & Wildlife Service. I worked ten day shifts carrying all my gear and food and walking an average of 14-16km per day. I ended up only carrying one thermal top, my Capilene. It was bloody great, after ten days I didn't need to transport it home in a plastic bag, like I did with polypropylene thermals, and after a couple of years of heavy usage it still looks pretty good.
Pros: Doesn't get stinky like most other thermals, holds it's shape well after washing, feels nice on the skin and is very warm for the weight.
Cons: I'd have to mortgage the cat to be able to afford to get some more from the US. (unless some nice person emails me with details of where I can get some cheap!)
Similar Products Used: Polypropylene
Would you like to Comment? Join OutDoorReview for a free account, or Login if you are already a member.
Summary: Very good at wicking and dries fast. Capilene is pretty much the standard as far as base layers go. The lightweight capilene fabric is kinda "meshy" and has gotten a few snags over the years. It also retains odor pretty bad. Patagonia really needs to address this issue, since everyone complains about it and they charge a premium price. Otherwise a solid product for any type of outdoor activity. THe sizing on the t-shirt fits great, however i find the arms on the longsleeve versions to be a little short. I think i may try the silkweight next.
Similar Products Used: Terramar EC-2 QwikDri (also very good but a tad heavier fabric, but less odor retention)
Would you like to Comment? Join OutDoorReview for a free account, or Login if you are already a member.
Reviewed by: Jason R(Unregistered User)
,
Climber
, from Renton, WA, USA
Price Paid:
$30.00
at REI
Summary: This is my absolute favorite piece of climbing clothing!
I had a pair of REI MTS lightweight bottoms and wasn't particularly pleased with them. The seams have come unraveled around the ankles, there are a few holes in it and it pills...not bad, but the capilene hasn't pilled nearly at all.
This shirt has gotten probably 3-4 times as much use as my MTS bottoms, and it looks, feels and works almost like new. Unless it is hot in the summertime, I always wear this shirt on trips.
My favorite part is how comfortable it is. It feels like a cross between silk and cotton. I love having this fabric next to my skin.
I think I paid $30 for it, which compared to the $15-$18 for comparable shirts, was a lot. It is worth every penny.
I don't know if it's a fashion thing or what, but I haven't seem them lately in the gray heather color. This is perfect color. It doesn't soak up the sun's heat in spring/early summer/fall to roast ya. Then when you go to eat some real food at a restaurant on the way home, it is usually presentable enough to wear alone.
Customer Service: none yet
Similar Products Used: Capilene midweight bottoms (like just as well, spendy item though)
Would you like to Comment? Join OutDoorReview for a free account, or Login if you are already a member.
Summary: THIS IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE THINGS IN THE WORLD DRYS QUICK, KEEPS YOU WARM, AND CAN EVEN KEEPS YOU COOL IT'S LIKE A CLIMATE CONTROL IN THE MOUNTAIND OR ON THE ROCK IT'S WORTH THE MONEY
Would you like to Comment? Join OutDoorReview for a free account, or Login if you are already a member.
5 of 5
2 of 5
4 of 5
4 of 5
5 of 5
3 of 5
