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Patagonia Capilene 4 Crew

Men's Clothing > Fleece & Base LayersRated: ***** by 29 reviews.

Altrec

Be prepared for autumn's unexpected temperature changes in our Capilene® 4 Crew. Its soft knit interior retains heat, while its smooth exterior glides easily under layers. A cozy, rolled-out neckline warms and comforts; panel piecing ensures superior fit, with flat-locked seams for zero irritation. Made from 50% recycled (and 100% recyclable) polyester from our Common Threads Recycling Program, with a Gladiodor™ natural odor control finish. Imported. Common Threads Recycling ProgramResearch shows that the environmental impact of recycling worn-out Capilene base layers into new polyester fiber is significantly lower than making that same fiber from virgin materials. Taking into account that worn-out garments are diverted from trash incinerators, making new polyester fiber from recycled garments results in an energy savings of 76% and a CO2 emissions [greenhouse gasses] reduction of 71%, versus creating that fiber from new raw material. Capilene® Core Performance®Capilene base layers afford quick-drying, next-to-skin moisture management for all activities in all conditions ? from high-altitude bivies to sun-soaked water sports. Learn more

Features:

  • Crew collar is rolled out for neck comfort plus greater warmth; Forward-set shoulder seams eliminate pack or wader strap rub
  • Extra-soft side panels are stretchy and highly breathable
  • Fabric's unique interior grid structure is warm for its weight, moisture-wicking, and highly compressible without being clingy
  • Flat-seam construction with "barely-there" seam stitching provides clean, finished lookU.3 oz. 50% post-consumer recycled polyester, 48% virgin polyester, 2% spandex impregnated with Gladiodor anti-odor finishQ56 g. (5.5 oz.)
  • Imported.
  • Non-traditional panel piecing assures superior fit, seams are positioned out of the way for zero irritation
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers
  • Stretchy comfort and unrestricted mobility with excellent base-layer performance

Berg's Ski Shop

Stay dry and warm in Patagonia's Capilene®  4 Crew Top, this stretch base-layer is designed for high-output, stop-and-go activities in cold weather.
You draw the short straw for dig-out duty after a night of howling winds and driving snow. Stay warm and dry in Patagonia's Capilene®  4 Crew Top. This highly insulative and ultra-compressible top wicks moisture and glides under layers. One of Patagonia's warmest synthetic baselayers, the stretchy fabric offers great breathability and compressibility. Features interior grid that wicks moisture, trims bulk and confers warmth, while the smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layers. With a streamlined, brushed-for-softness waistband and a sleek, contoured fit. Made of 50% recycled (and 100% recyclable) polyester from our Common Threads Recycling Program, with a Gladiodor™ natural odor control finish.
Features
  • Fabric offers excellent stretch, breathability and mobility
  • Fabric's interior grid gives warmth, wick's moisture
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers
  • Flat-seam construction provides clean, finished look with fine thread for "barely there" seaming
  • Raglan shoulder seams set forward to essentials and is easily accessed while wearing bibs, waders, or backpack; mesh backing reduces bulk and won't impede breathability.
  • Drop tail keeps heat in/elements out.
  • Fabric piecing provides enhanced range of motion and streamlined silhouette.
  • Crew collar fabric is reversed out for greater comfort and warmth.
  • Srim fit.

Fabrics
  • 8.0 oz. (227 g.)
  • 5.3-oz. (Polartec Power Dry) 100% polyester (50% recycled), 2% spandex; with Gladiodor natural control. 100% recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program

Ramsey Outdoor

Stay dry and warm in this stretch baselayer designed for high-output, stop-and-go activities in cold weather. Our warmest synthetic baselayer will help you to stay dry and warm during high-output activities in cold conditions. Its smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layers, and the interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk, and feels soft against skin. The crew collar fabric is reversed for extra softness and warmth. Raglan-sleeve seams eliminate pack- or wader-strap rub. Made from 5.3-oz Polartec® Power Dry®: 93% polyester (50% recycled) with 7% spandex for stretch and Gladiodor® natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

Features:

  • Crew collar fabric is reversed with brushed side out for greater comfort and warmth.
  • Fabric offers excellent stretch, breathability and mobility.
  • Fabric's interior grid gives warmth, wicks moisture and is highly compressible.
  • Flat-seam construction provides clean, finished look with fine thread for barely there seaming.
  • Imported.
  • Panel piecing assures superior fit; seams are positioned out of the way to prevent chafing.
  • Shoulder seams are set forward to eliminate pack or wader strap rub; trim fitting cut.U.3-oz Polartec® Power Dry®: 98% polyester (50% recycled) 2% spandex featuring Gladiodor™ natural odor control; 100% recyclable through our Common Threads Recycling Program.R27 g (8 oz).
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers.

Patagonia

Our warmest synthetic baselayer will help you to stay dry and warm during high-output activities in cold conditions. Its smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layers, and the interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk, and feels soft against skin. The crew collar fabric is reversed for extra softness and warmth. Raglan-sleeve seams eliminate pack- or wader-strap rub. Made from 5.3-oz Polartec® Power Dry®: 93% polyester (50% recycled) with 7% spandex for stretch and Gladiodor® natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

Features:

  • Crew collar fabric is reversed-out for greater comfort and warmth
  • Made in Costa Rica.
  • Our warmest synthetic baselayer, Capilene 4 fabric offers stretch, great breathability and compressibility; interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk and provides warmth; smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layers
  • Raglan sleeve seams won't chafe beneath pack straps
  • Shoulder seams are set forward to eliminate pack or wader strap rubU.3-oz Polartec® Power Dry®: 93% polyester (50% recycled)/7% spandex, with Gladiodor® natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling ProgramQ98 g (7 oz)

SummitHut.com

For a warm, comfortable technical top, reach for the Capilene 4 Crew from Patagonia. Time tested and classic in design, this top will keep you warm and dry in the worst of weather.

Features:

  • Crew collar fabric is reversed with brushed side out for greater comfort and warmth
  • Fabric offers excellent stretch, breathability and mobility
  • Fabric's interior grid gives warmth, wicks moisture and is highly compressible
  • Flat-seam construction provides clean, finished look with fine thread for barely there seaming
  • Panel piecing assures superior fit; seams are positioned out of the way to prevent chafing
  • Shoulder seams are set forward to eliminate pack or wader strap rub; trim fitting cut
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers

Backcountry.com

Pull on the Patagonia Men's Capilene 4 Crew when you're going to be huffing and puffing in the cold. From dawn patrol ski tours to summit pushes, this long-sleeve top keeps you on your game with its Polartec Power Dry material. This fabric won't hold you back—it has plenty of stretch, and its jersey face slides easily under your shell. It also features a Gladiodor treatment to reduce the funk-factor. The Capilene 4 Crew's interior retains heat, wicks moisture, and is highly breathable, so you don't get the shivers when you stop to rest. Panel piecing assures a non-restrictive fit, while the flat-seam construction won't irritate when you wear a pack.


Mountain Gear

Insulating without adding bulk, Patagonia's Capilene 4 Crew brings a touch of toasty warmth to any cold-weather layering system. Capilene fabric ensures a long lasting, quick-wicking, fast-drying, and smooth finish under any layer.

Features:

  • Contoured silhouette
  • Flat-seams and smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers
  • Forward-set shoulder seams eliminate pack or suspender rub
  • Gladiodor fabric finish reduces odors through natural amino acid denaturing
  • Stretchy fabric allows dynamic moves and extra layering to keep you out when everyone else has gone home
  • Unique interior grid structure increases wicking and warmth

Appalachain Outdoors

Stay dry and warm in this stretch baselayer designed for high-output, stop-and-go activities in cold weather.

Country of Origin:Costa Rica
Fabric:50% Recycled polyester/ 48% virgin polyester/ 2% spandex
Insulation:Heavyweight
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:98% Polartec Power Dry (100% polyester, 50% recycled), 2% spandex
Recommended Use:Skiing, snowboarding, Nordic skiing, mountaineering, alpine climbing

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Option Availability:

Use this chart to find which retailer offers this product in the size, color or other options that you desire. Click on the price to purchase.

SizeColor
Velvet Brown- Cedar X-Dye
Velvet Brown- Cedar X-Dye
Classic Navy- Continental Blue X-Dye
Classic Navy- Continental Blue X-Dye
Navy X Dye
Navy X Dye
Black
Black
Extra Small75.0075.00 75.00
Small75.0075.0075.0074.9574.9575.003 More...
Medium75.0075.0074.9575.002 More...74.9575.0074.9575.004 More...
Large75.0075.0074.9575.002 More...74.9574.9574.955 More...
Extra Large75.0075.0074.9575.002 More...74.9574.9574.954 More...
Extra Extra Large75.0075.0075.00 74.9575.003 More...

Legend

  •     - Ramsey Outdoor
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - Patagonia
  •     - Mountain Gear
  •     - Altrec
  •     - Appalachain Outdoors
  •     - Berg's Ski Shop

Notes:

SummitHut.com offers this product at $54.99, but does not provide any color/size information.

Patagonia Capilene 4 Crew Reviews Summary:

RatingNumber
of Reviews
*****22
****6
***1
**0
*0
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Positive Reviews:

5 DEGREES AND I'M TOASTY

Rating:*****
There has been a cold spell here in Phila and my 5 year old Patagonia level 2 keeps me warm, but the new capilene 4 keeps me toasty. The quality is always great and I like the fact that Patagonia recycles. I'm a big guy .I have a58 chest and 44 waist. The xxl fits great. I hope Patagonia will make larger sizes on all its items in the future. I ride a motorcycle so if its 5 degrees outside it makes it 15 below when I'm moving. I need the base layer and visability. Keep up the excellent work and maintain your high quality and I'll recommend you to everyone I know who rides.
SHAKEYMIKE at Patagonia on 01/16/2009

Great garbage

Rating:*****

In a way the previous review is right! Almost everything Patagonia makes today is made out of what might otherwise be garbage. Luckily they have the foresight and innovative minds to create great clothing out of soda bottles, worn out capilene and polartec and scraps from the manufacturing process. I love my cap 4 crew. Buy one! They rule! It's stretchy, warm and pretty durable. But, I guess if you go by the standard that everything that has a snagged wrist seam is garbage, then I guess I love my piece of junk.

gearmunky at Backcountry.com on 09/08/2008

im confused about this product and performance

Rating:*****
no one seems to write a comment in much detail about the many styles of this capilene polyester material. sure cotton is warm too so is polartec products and wool is great too,.so lets get some indepth comments on how this product is used and its durability and construction performance. I have been wearing Patagonia Capilene base midweight underwear since i first heard about it in the year 1994-95, and i tried other brands to compare products and i always go back to wearing patagonia capilene base products
tom from ohio at Altrec on 01/27/2008

Unbelievable Performance

Rating:*****
I work outdoors as a security supervisor for a large sports venue in North Carolina. While it rarely gets below freezing, we recently had a night of low 20's hit. Armed with my polypropylene long john top as my base layer and my Patagonia Capilene 4 Crew and security windbreaker, I was unbelievably warm and dry. I had great range of movement. I would recommend this product to anyone who has to do anything in the cold.
Alan B. at Altrec on 02/19/2007

Capilene 4 Crewneck

Rating:*****
The Capilene 4 crew is a perfect fit. I am about 6'0, 183 and it fits me perfectly. I wear it out at the bars, when I go to football games, jogging at night or for those cold days on Aptos beach (Santa Cruz, CA) Its the best form fitting loose fit top I have ever worn. I actually enjoy it more than the half-zip capilene 4.
Ryan Murray at Altrec on 08/01/2007

Toasty & Nice Fit

Rating:*****

i picked one of these up at the SLC outlet sale & it is one of the best base layers i have ever worn:

- extremely warm
- athletic fit works very well on my lean frame
- i love the stretchy feel
- i can use it on fall days as an around-the-house shirt

great product. try to get it on sale

Thomas Candee at Backcountry.com on 10/21/2008

good wearing and good looking

Rating:*****
This is the most versatile long sleeve shirt ever. It is warm and comfortable whether under another layer when it's cold or all alone in the cool of autumn or spring. It is so darn good looking (the heather tone colors) I snagged a blue and a green one on sale and I'm committed to wearing them out until they do.
eque at Patagonia on 09/05/2008

Mmm. Toasty.

Rating:*****
A fabulous toasty top. Has a great fit that does not restrict range of motion at all - the fit is like a superhero costume! Long in the body so tucks in securely. Soft, very comfortable and doesn't get stinky. Recommend strongly for anyone who needs to stay warm while they fight for truth and justice!
Anonymous at Altrec on 01/26/2008

AMAZING

Rating:*****

While it would seem to be too heavy weight, I use it for everything. Im pretty slim so I dont sweat much, but its just amazing. I've used it summit Baker with little more than windstopper jacket on top and have also used it hiking in 90 degree heat. Doesn't smell after many days.

Kurt Z at Backcountry.com on 10/15/2009

Best friend in winter

Rating:*****
I use capilene 4 over 100 ski days a year. Working on ski patrol,It can be below zero in the am and 35 degrees in the pm.You need a base layer that can protect you, as well as wick you when you sweat.Capilene 4 is the answer for all conditions.
skisurfer at Patagonia on 10/29/2008

Neutral Reviews:

No perfect fit

Rating:***
Unfortunately, if you're tall and/or skinny like I am you'll have a problem getting a good fit. (6"0, 200lbs,32"inseam) The Large is much to loose for a base layer. It should be fairly tight to the skin, instead it's baggy like a shirt you'd wear over another shirt. Thus it won't trap warmth or wick away moisture from your skin where it isn't touching. The Medium tighter and better, and is long enough, except for the arms. They're to short - it's like wearing a long sleeve shirt with arms that are, well, to short. It's a base layer, so you can just live with it, but a good base layer would be long enough. It's not just me - as I was returning my shirt there was another guy in the store also doing exactly the same thing for exactly the same reason. Patagonia - please, please, please either make a large that's snugger (the other dimensions were great) or a medium with longer arms. I found a smartwool base layer shirt that fit me perfectly, but I hate that itchy/crawly skin feeling I get from smartwool so that doesn't work for me either.
WillMN at Patagonia on 01/01/2009