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Patagonia Capilene 4 Zip-Neck

Men's Clothing > Fleece & Base LayersRated: ***** by 46 reviews. Also available for: Women

Altrec

Steelhead stalker by day, film festival critic by night. For your ever-changing identities, keep this Capilene® top handy. A cozy, snug-fitting collar and a deep zipper backed by a draft flap allows for handy internal climate control; biometric construction provides a superior, contoured fit with no bulk. Fine thread detailing and flat seams offer a touch of elegance and a smooth hand. The discreet, angled zippered chest pocket is easily accessed beneath bibs or a rain shell. Made of 50% recycled (and 100% recyclable) polyester from our Common Threads Recycling Program, with Gladiodor™ natural odor control. 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:

  • Curvilinear fabric piecing provides streamlined silhouette and an enhanced, trim fit
  • Extra-soft underarm panels are stretchy and highly breathable; 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.)
  • Fabric's unique interior grid structure is warm for its weight, moisture-wicking, and highly compressible without being clingy
  • Fine-gauge chest zipper holds essentials; angled, high placement enables easy access while wearing bibs, waders, or backpack
  • Imported.
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers
  • Stretchy comfort and unrestricted mobility with excellent base-layer performance
  • Zip neck provides easy internal climate control, with "garaged" zipper ends for a finished look; Forward-set shoulder seams eliminate pack or wader strap rub

Ramsey Outdoor

Stay dry and warm in this stretch baselayer designed for high-output, stop-and-go activities in cold weather. River level: 6,000. Air temp: 32. Water temp: glacial. You: dry and toasty warm in this zip-neck. Soft, stretchy and compressible, Capilene 4 fabric's smooth jersey face glides beneath layers; its internal grid structure retains warmth, wicks perspiration, and breathes. With a deep zipper, forward-set seams, a slight drop tail, plus a discreet zippered chest pocket that's easily accessed beneath layers. 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:

  • Fabric offers excellent stretch, breathability and mobility.
  • Fabric piecing provides enhanced range of motion and streamlined silhouette; trim fit.U.3-oz Polartec® Power Dry®: 98% polyester (50% recycled) 2% spandex, with Gladiodor™ natural odor control. 100% recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program Imported.R55 g (9 oz).
  • 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.
  • Raglan shoulder seams set forward to eliminate pack or wader strap rub; angled cuff seam more comfortable on wrist bone.
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers.
  • Vertical zippered chest pocket holds 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.

Berg's Ski Shop

Patagonia's Capilene®  4 Zip Neck Top is a low-bulk but highly insulative performance zip neck base layer ideal for skiing, mountaineering or start-and-stop layering such as alpine climbing in cool to very cold conditions.
Steelhead stalker by day, film festival critic by night. For your ever-changing identities, keep Patagonia's Capilene®  4 Zip Neck Top handy. A cozy, snug-fitting collar and a deep zipper backed by a draft flap allows for handy internal climate control; biometric construction provides a superior, contoured fit with no bulk. Fine thread detailing and flat seams offer a touch of elegance and a smooth hand. The discreet, angled zippered chest pocket is easily accessed beneath bibs or a rain shell. Made of 50% recycled (and 100% recyclable) polyester from our Common Threads Recycling Program, with Gladiodor™ natural odor control.
Features
  • Stretchy comfort and unrestricted mobility with excellent base-layer performance
  • Fabric's unique interior grid structure is warm for its weight, moisture-wicking, and highly compressible without being clingy
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers
  • Curvilinear fabric piecing provides streamlined silhouette and an enhanced, trim fit
  • Zip neck provides easy internal climate control
  • Fine-gauge chest zipper holds essentials; angled, high placement enables easy access while wearing bibs, waders, or backpack
  • Extra-soft underarm panels are stretchy and highly breathable; Flat-seam construction with "barely-there" seam stitching provides clean, finished look
  • 5.3 oz. 50% post-consumer recycled polyester, 48% virgin polyester, 2% spandex impregnated with Gladiodor™ anti-odor finish
  • 243 g. (8.6 oz.)
  • Imported.


Paragon Sports

River level: 6,000. Air temp: 32. Water temp: glacial. You: dry and toasty warm in the Patagonia Capilene 4 Zip-Neck for men. Soft, stretchy and compressible, Capilene 4 fabric's smooth jersey face glides beneath layers; its internal grid structure retains warmth, wicks perspiration and breathes. With a deep zipper, forward-set seams, a slight drop tail, plus a discreet zippered chest pocket that's easily accessed beneath layers. Made from 5.3-oz Polartec Power Dry polyester (47%-54% recycled) with Gladiodor natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

Features:

  • Drop tail keeps heat in/elements outU.3-oz Polartec Power Dry polyester. Solids: 92% polyester (54% recycled)/8% spandex. Heathers: 93% polyester (47% recycled)/7% spandex. All with Gladiodor natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program
  • Ideal Uses: Fly Fishing; Yurt-Side Wood Chopping; In Camp; Early Season Sierra Backpacking
  • Interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk and confers warmth
  • Made in Costa Rica
  • Patagonia's warmest synthetic baselayer, Capilene 4's stretchy fabric offers great breathability and compressibility
  • Raglan sleeve seams won't chafe beneath straps
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layers
  • Vertical zippered chest pocket holds essentials, is easily accessed
  • Weight: 238 g (8.4 oz)
  • Zip-neck for easy climate control is backed by draft flap and zipper garage

Oregon Mountain Community

The Patagonia Capilene 4 Zip-Neck is stretchy warmth and dry comfort of the Patagonia Capilene® 4 Zip-Neck in your undying quest to push the aerobic limits of winter sport. Its smooth jersey face slips effortlessly under protective layers, and the deep zipper lets you retain or vent heat. Ergonomic panels merge with flat seams for a superior fit and fine threadwork confers freedom from chafe. A discreet, vertical chest zipper is easily accessed beneath bibs or a rain shell. Drop tail keeps heat in and elements out.

Features:

  • Angled cuff seam more comfortable on wrist bone; Slight drop tail keeps heat in/elements out
  • Fabric offers excellent stretch, breathability and mobility
  • Fabric piecing provides enhanced range of motion and a streamlined silhouette; slim fit
  • 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
  • Raglan shoulder seams set forward to eliminate pack or wader strap rub
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers
  • Zip-neck makes internal climate control easy; zipper tucks neatly into a fabric garage and is backed by a draft flap for next-to-skin comfort;

Patagonia

River level: 6,000. Air temp: 32. Water temp: glacial. You: dry and toasty warm in this zip-neck. Soft, stretchy and compressible, Capilene 4 fabric's smooth jersey face glides beneath layers; its internal grid structure retains warmth, wicks perspiration, and breathes. With a deep zipper, forward-set seams, a slight drop tail, plus a discreet zippered chest pocket that's easily accessed beneath layers. 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:

  • Drop tail keeps heat in, elements outU.3-oz Polartec® Power Dry®: 93% polyester (50% recycled)/7% spandex, with Gladiodor® natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling ProgramR38 g (8.4 oz)
  • Interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk and provides warmth
  • Made in Costa Rica.
  • Our warmest synthetic baselayer, Capilene 4 fabric offers great stretch, breathability and compressibility
  • Raglan sleeve seams won't chafe beneath straps
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layers
  • Vertical zippered chest pocket holds essentials, is easily accessed
  • Zip-neck for easy climate control is backed by draft flap and zipper garage

Rock/Creek Outfitters

The Men's Capilene 4 Zip-Neck by Patagonia will help you stay dry and warm in this stretch baselayer designed for high-output, stop-and-go activities in cold weather.
River level: 6,000. Air temp: 32. Water temp: glacial. You: dry and toasty warm in this zip-neck. Soft, stretchy and compressible, Capilene 4 fabric's smooth jersey face glides beneath layers; its internal grid structure retains warmth, wicks perspiration, and breathes. With a deep zipper, forward-set seams, a slight drop tail, plus a discreet zippered chest pocket that's easily accessed beneath layers.
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:

  • Drop tail keeps heat in, elements out
  • Interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk and provides warmth
  • Made in Costa Rica.
  • Our warmest synthetic baselayer, Capilene 4 fabric offers great stretch, breathability and compressibility
  • Raglan sleeve seams won't chafe beneath straps
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layers
  • Vertical zippered chest pocket holds essentials, is easily accessed
  • Zip-neck for easy climate control is backed by draft flap and zipper garage

ProLite Gear

Stay dry and warm in our soft, stretchy and compressible Capilene 4 Zip-Neck. Its smooth jersey face glides beneath layers and the internal grid structure helps it to retain warmth, wick perspiration, and breathe. With a deep zipper, forward-set seams, a slight drop tail, plus a discreet zippered vertical chest pocket that's easily accessed beneath layers. Made with 5.3-oz polyester and spandex for stretch. With Gladiodor™ natural odor control and a slim fit. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

Specifications
  • Solids: 5.3-oz (Polartec® Power Dry®) 92% polyester (54% recycled), 8% spandex. Heather: 5.3-oz (Polartec® Power Dry®) 93% polyester (47% recycled), 7% spandex. With Gladiodor™ natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program
  • 244 g (8.6 oz)

Features:

  • Drop tail keeps heat in/elements out
  • Raglan sleeve seams won't chafe beneath straps
  • Stretchy fabric offers breathability and compressibility; interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk and confers warmth; smooth jersey face slides easily beneath overlayers
  • Vertical zippered chest pocket holds essentials, is easily accessed
  • Zip-neck for easy climate control; backed by draft flap

SummitHut.com

A low-bulk but highly insulative performance zip-neck baselayer for regulating internal climate; ideal for Nordic skiing, mountaineering or start-and-stop activities such as alpine climbing during cold to very cold conditions.

Features:

  • Fabric offers excellent stretch, breathability and mobility
  • Fabric piecing provides enhanced range of motion and streamlined silhouette; trim fit
  • 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
  • Gladiodor natural odor control
  • Raglan shoulder seams set forward to eliminate pack or wader strap rub; angled cuff seam more comfortable on wrist bone
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers
  • Vertical zippered chest pocket holds 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

Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

Stay toasty warm and dry in glacial weather when you're wearing the Patagonia® Capilene® 4 Zip-Neck. This stretchy shirt is Patagonia's warmest base layer designed for high-output, stop-and-go activities from ice climbing to skiing.

Features:

  • Deep zip-neck for easy climate control, backed by draft flap
  • Discreet vertical zippered chest pocket holds essentials and is easily accessed beneath layers
  • Forward-set seams and raglan sleeves won't chafe beneath pack straps
  • Gladiodor® natural odor control
  • Interior grid sructure retains warmth, wicks perspiration, and trims bulk
  • Made of warm 5.3-oz. Polartec® Power Dry® fabric
  • Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program
  • Slim fit
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily beneath overlayers
  • Stretchy; breathable; compressible

O2GearShop.com (Fall 2009)

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

Features:

  • Drop tail keeps heat in, elements outR38 g (8.4 oz)
  • Interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk and provides warmth
  • Made in Costa Rica.
  • Our warmest synthetic baselayer, Capilene 4 fabric offers great stretch, breathability and compressibility
  • Raglan sleeve seams won't chafe beneath straps
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layers
  • Vertical zippered chest pocket holds essentials, is easily accessed
  • Zip-neck for easy climate control is backed by draft flap and zipper garage

Rocky Mountain Trail

The perfect base layer for those really brutal winter days!

Features:

  • Our warmest synthetic baselayer, Capilene® 4's stretchy fabric offers great breathability and compressibility; interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk and confers warmth; smooth jersey face slides easily beneath overlayers
  • Raglan sleeve seams won't chafe beneath pack straps
  • Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program
  • Vertical zippered chest pocket holds essentials, is easily accessed
  • Zip-neck for easy climate control, backed by draft flap

Skis.com (2010)

dry and toasty warm in the Capilene 4 Zip-Neck. Soft, stretchy and compressible, Capilene 4 fabric's smooth jersey face glides beneath layers; its internal grid structure retains warmth, wicks perspiration and breathes. With a deep zipper, forward-set seams, a slight drop tail, plus a discreet zippered chest pocket that's easily accessed beneath layers. Made from 5.3-oz Polartec Power Dry polyester (47-54 percent recycled) with Gladiodor natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

This description was also provided by: SummitOnline.com (2010)


TetonVillageSports.com

Made for stop-and-go activities in cold to very cold temperatures, highly insulative Wool 4 tops help you stay dry and warm in the high mountains or on the deep blue sea. Soft 7.8-oz merino wool has a dense jersey face for thermal efficiency and resilience.


Moosejaw

No description provided.

47% recycled and 7% spandex; solid colors:92% polyester that's
5.3-oz Polartec® Power Dry®:93% polyester (50% recycled)/7% spandex, with Gladiodor® natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program
Avg. Weight:238 g (8.4 oz)
Fabric:5.3-oz Polartec® Power Dry®: heathered colors: 93% polyester that's
Fabric Description:5.3-oz Polartec¨ Power Dry¨: 93% polyester (50% recycled)/7% spandex, with Gladiodor¨ natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program
Fit:Slim fit.
Long Underwear Weight:Heavyweight
Material:Synthetic
Patagonia Product Number:43460
Size:S - XL
Warranty:Lifetime

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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.

ColorSize
SmallMediumLargeExtra LargeExtra Extra Large
Velvet Brown - Cedar X-Dye
Velvet Brown - Cedar X-Dye
85.0059.9985.0059.9985.0059.9985.0085.00
Velvet Brown-Cedar X-Dye
Velvet Brown-Cedar X-Dye
85.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.00
Velvetbrn-cedar
Velvetbrn-cedar
 85.0085.0085.00 
Seagrass
Seagrass
   59.3959.9959.39
Pirate Blue
Pirate Blue
59.9948.9585.0048.9585.0085.0048.9585.0085.0085.00
Blueblack
Blueblack
134.95  134.95 
C / N:continental
C / N:continental
 85.0085.0085.00 
Classic Navy - Continental Blue X-Dye
Classic Navy - Continental Blue X-Dye
85.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.00
Classic Navy - Continental Crossdye
Classic Navy - Continental Crossdye
85.0085.00   
Classic Navy
Classic Navy
85.0085.0085.0085.00 85.0085.00 
Classic Navy - Cont. Blue X-Dy
Classic Navy - Cont. Blue X-Dy
59.9959.9959.9959.99 
Sultan Red - Molten Lava X-Dye
Sultan Red - Molten Lava X-Dye
85.0059.9985.0085.0059.9985.0085.0059.9985.0085.0085.00
Sultan Red-molte
Sultan Red-molte
67.9984.9567.9984.953 More...67.9984.954 More...67.9984.952 More...67.99
Black
Black
59.9967.9911 More...59.9967.9911 More...59.9967.9910 More...59.9967.9911 More...59.9967.996 More...
Desert Clay / Bonfire  48.9548.95 
Molten-Lava
Molten-Lava
  48.95 59.39
Olallaberry
Olallaberry
  134.95134.95 

Legend

  •     - Ramsey Outdoor
  •     - ProLite Gear
  •     - Moosejaw
  •     - Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
  •     - Oregon Mountain Community
  •     - Paragon Sports
  •     - Altrec
  •     - O2GearShop.com (Fall 2009)
  •     - Rocky Mountain Trail
  •     - SummitOnline.com (2010)
  •     - Skis.com (2010)
  •     - TetonVillageSports.com
  •     - SummitHut.com
  •     - Patagonia
  •     - Rock/Creek Outfitters
  •     - Berg's Ski Shop

Patagonia Capilene 4 Zip-Neck Reviews Summary:

RatingNumber
of Reviews
*****39
****3
***4
**0
*0
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Positive Reviews:

So durable, I really don't need another...

Rating:*****
I've had this top in its previous iteration, the R0.5 top, for about 6yrs and use it all through the fall/winter/spring for trail running and hiking (and just wearing around). It is remarkably warm for its weight yet breathes like a combination of a vacuum and fishnet - it's almost impossible to get wet in this, no matter how much you are exerting yourself. This will be your go-to top for cold weather activities that make you sweat. Some reviewers complain that it is not windproof, but it is not meant to be! That's what shells are for... My old one is holding up like a champ (like all Patagonia products) and is still working like new with only a few minor picks in the fabric after six years of hard use. To some degree I really don't need this new one, but the sale price is great and I like the addition of the chest pocket.
BRtrailDoc at Patagonia on 09/01/2009

Best fleece sweater ever. Period!

Rating:*****
I am on my fourth Zip Neck now and I have been using them for at least 10 years. Absolutly indispensible. Active fit so for me true to size, no problem wearing a thin wool shirt underneath. Wears great on its own in spring or summer and under a shell in the colder months. I take one on all my travels no matter the destination or the season. They are light, easy caring and look great to boot. I have used them for everything be it climbing, cycling, hiking, backpacking, hanging out and even sleeping. It makes a great pillow as well. Every once in a while I have to buy a new one because they feel so extremely soft and comfortable when they are new. Hands down the best and most vesatile fleece I own, one of my favorite Patagonia products.
Jeroenman at Patagonia on 08/14/2009

Zip UP

Rating:*****
I own several Capilene Zips-Necks, can't live without. Winter golfing with an early am T-time (even in Arizona) 40 degrees is cool, the Capilene is the perfect weight under a golf jacket. It comes in handy as well on Motorcycle trips, great layer piece, high zip neck especially good feature. We travel several months a year, it's great packing piece when suitcase space is limited, additionally, works well when traveling in different weather conditions as layer or wearing alone. Dries quickly if we need to hand wash and line dry. Thanks, will definitely be ordering additional for both my wife and myself.
SeZe at Patagonia on 03/13/2009

Great product

Rating:*****
Capeline 4 T-neck worked great skiing multiple days in Utah in 10 degree weather. I was trying to decide between Wool 4 and Cap 4 and the little features like a zipper garage next to my neck made the decision easy. What's not to like, no brainer care instructions and great design. My only feedback is that Cap 4 is a little lighter than the old Expedition Weight product that it replaces. I went to layering with Capeline 2 under Cap 4 and now I have a new favorite combination that is actually more versitile.
Anonymous at Altrec on 02/26/2008

My favorite Cap

Rating:*****
This is just an awesome product. I wish all the capilene tops had a pocket like this one. I have several of these and have been using them for years. Mostly I wear them as a mid layer under a shell or as a top layer. They are true to size and last a long time. While I think the price is a bit steep, you get what you pay for and they go on sale often. I'd be really stoked if they came out with a hooded version.
DogHiker at Patagonia on 02/13/2009

the most EPIC base layer ever made!!!

Rating:*****
I own zip-neck and crew cap4 and zip-neck and crew cap3. In total, four baselayers is all I have and I end up wearing them approx 8 months out of a year. I love the way they feel against the skin and the fact that they wick away moisture. I wear them under my jacket when riding my motorcycle, or when hiking...or when running errands. Buy quality not quantity. Whenever these four wear our, I am coming back to Patagonia for baselayers...no one does it better. Thank you!
Singh at Patagonia on 02/19/2009

"Already been said - insanely warm for insanely little weight"

Rating:*****
These start cooking real quick when you're doing anything that involves being alive. Thin but really tightly knit and smooth on the outside, they're also extremely light. Feels as light if not lighter than the Capilene 3 but is considerably warmer. Has a slightly stretchier/closer fit than the rest of the Capilene line as well. Only real competition is Patagonia's own wool line, for which the Wool 4 is considerably more $$$ and not nearly as light. Can't loose with this.
Dan at Moosejaw on 03/30/2009

Great product and delievery

Rating:*****
Have been looking for a layering system for ice climbing that I could use by itself if weather permitted...it did and it was the best piece of clothing I have in my aresenal..light but built to last..I have a couple of the cap 2's and 3's but this for the quality and price is the best hands down..Service was exceptiona..they even found my house in Ouray which most locals cant..very satisfied and will do business again
Steve Dunham at Altrec on 03/02/2008

Traveling in Ethiopia

Rating:*****
I bought this baselayer for a recent trip to Ethiopia. Because of the altitude, I knew that even with daytime temps in the 80s, the evening temps could drop into the 40s. I actually wore the baselayer more as a light sweater during the evening; easily stuffed into my bag during day and tied it around my shoulders during the late afternoon. The fit was great and washed and dried well.
Ababa at Patagonia on 04/03/2009

One is Not Enough!!

Rating:*****
The bottom line is this Zip-Neck does exactly what it is supposed to do; it lets you stay warm and dry when its cold outside and you're engaged in some type of activity, I have worn it as a base layer while kayaking Wisconsin rivers in temperatures as low as 35 degrees. I find myself wearing them all the time. One is not enough so I'm going to start collecting them.
Broadbo at Patagonia on 12/20/2008

Neutral Reviews:

"Not as good as I hopped."

Rating:***
I had expectations of this keeping me really warm given that it was a cap 4, but it is a bit thin. So far I have worn it hiking and it did a decent job alone or layered. On the other hand I went to a race down south and at night I was down right freezing with this on. And I had layers on top of it. Maybe my expectations were a bit high, but I have UA that keeps me much warmer (though it weights considerably more) then this. Will be wearing this in AK, and hope it performs better there.
Stephen at Moosejaw on 10/25/2009

"great material, bad fit"

Rating:***
The low score might be a bit unfair, because it's all about fit. At 6'4, 190 lbs, 42 inch chest, there's just no size in this shirt that even comes close to fitting me. The sleeves on the L don't make it to my wrists, and I'm swimming in the XL, especially the zip neck. I'd have to wear 3 layers of neck gaiter underneath for it to fit snug. Capilene material is great, and I wish Patagonia made these so that I could wear them. I'll have to stick to Icebreaker, which cuts its shirts for tall skinny folks like me.
John at Moosejaw on 02/06/2008

Everything but the fit

Rating:***
Love the fabric. Good sleeve length. Cut doesn't ride up when I reach. Zip T fits well, good height. Even with a pocket now. My only problem with the 4 Zip-Neck is that the sizing changed. I used to fit perfectly in a Large. Now a Large is waaay snug on my torso, and XL is too long and too baggy. I wish Patagonia hadn't made both the R1 and this top in the Slim fit. I ended up giving this one away to a slimmer nephew. My advice: check the fit closely. If you're comfortable it'll work for you.
Illimani94 at Patagonia on 09/09/2008

not bad

Rating:***
The Capilene 4 baselayer is worth it if you can get a decent deal on it. This, paired with the windproof lightweight R4 fleece, got me through a Boston winter. It's great on its own in 40-50 degree weather, but any sort of wind will rip right through it.
KY11 at Patagonia on 07/01/2009