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Patagonia Mainstay Cardigan

Men's Clothing > SweatersRated: ***** by 6 reviews.

Paragon Sports

Looks like you're totally under control; feels like you've got a day off. Patagonia's warm, soft, 100% lambswool Mainstay Cardigan has a thick, knotty texture, a smooth, contrasting rib-knit stand-up collar and cuffs, and a full front zip. Offset shoulder seams smooth the ill effects of insistent pack straps. With handwarmer pockets. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

Features:

  • Fit: Regular Fit
  • Full-zip front
  • Handwarmer pocketsU-gauge 100% lambswool. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling ProgramV27 g (22.1 oz)
  • Made in China.
  • Offset shoulder seams; fully-fashioned sleeves
  • Rib-knit collar, cuffs and hem
  • Thick, textured, 100% lambswool in a chunky, 5-gauge knit

Patagonia

Looks like you're totally under control; feels like you've got a day off. Our warm, soft, 100% lambswool Mainstay Cardigan has a thick, knotty texture, a smooth, contrasting rib-knit stand-up collar and cuffs, and a full front zip. Offset shoulder seams smooth the ill effects of insistent pack straps. With handwarmer pockets. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

Features:

  • Full-zip front
  • Handwarmer pocketsU-gauge 100% lambswool. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling ProgramV27 g (22.1 oz)
  • Made in China.
  • Offset shoulder seams; fully-fashioned sleeves
  • Rib-knit collar, cuffs and hem
  • Thick, textured, 100% lambswool in a chunky, 5-gauge knit

Rock/Creek Outfitters

The Men's Mainstay Cardigan by Patagonia is a thick, warm lambswool cardigan sweater.
Looks like you're totally under control; feels like you've got a day off. Patagonia's warm, soft, 100% lambswool Mainstay Cardigan has a thick, knotty texture, a smooth, contrasting rib-knit stand-up collar and cuffs, and a full front zip. Offset shoulder seams smooth the ill effects of insistent pack straps. With handwarmer pockets.
Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

Features:

  • Full-zip front
  • Handwarmer pockets
  • Made in China.
  • Offset shoulder seams; fully-fashioned sleeves
  • Rib-knit collar, cuffs and hem
  • Thick, textured, 100% lambswool in a chunky, 5-gauge knit

Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

Made from soft, warm lambswool, The Patagonia Mainstay cardigan has a thick knotty texture and a full-length front zipper.

Features:

  • Contrasting rib-knit collar, cuffs, and hem
  • Full-length front zipper for easy on/off and cooling
  • Fully-fashioned sleeves
  • Handwarmer pockets
  • Made from thick, textured, 100% lambswool in a chunky, 5-gauge knit
  • Offset shoulder seams for comfort when carrying a pack
  • Recyclable through the Patagonia Common Threads Recycling Program
  • Regular fit
  • Weight: 1 lb. 6.1 oz.

Massey's Outfitters

A thick, warm lambswool cardigan
Thick, textured, 100% lambswool in a chunky, 5-gauge knit | Rib-knit collar, cuffs and hem | Full-zip front Offset shoulder seams; fully-fashioned sleeves | Handwarmer pockets
This lambswool cardigan has a thick, knotty texture, a smooth, contrasting rib-knit stand-up collar and cuffs and a full front zip. Offset shoulder seams smooth the ill effects of insistent pack straps. With handwarmer pockets.
100% lambswool


Altrec

This lambswool cardigan has a thick, knotty texture, a smooth, contrasting rib-knit stand-up collar and cuffs and a full front zip. Offset shoulder seams smooth the ill effects of insistent pack straps. With handwarmer pockets.

Features:

  • 100% lambswoolQ00% lambswool

Appalachain Outdoors

A thick, warm lambswool cardigan sweater from Patagonia.

Avg. Weight:627 g (22.1 oz)
Fabric Description:5-gauge 100% lambswool. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program
Fabric(S):100% lambswool
Fit:Regular fit.
Patagonia Product Number:50740

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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
Black Heather
Black Heather
Henna Brown
Henna Brown
Blueblack
Blueblack
Feather Grey
Feather Grey
Gravel
Small140.00140.00140.00140.00140.00 
Medium140.00140.003 More...139.95140.003 More...140.00140.00140.00 
Large140.00140.003 More...139.95140.003 More...139.95140.00140.00140.00120.00
Extra Large140.00140.003 More...139.95140.003 More...139.95140.00140.00140.00 
Extra Extra Large140.00140.00140.00  

Legend

  •     - Altrec
  •     - Patagonia
  •     - Massey's Outfitters
  •     - Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
  •     - Rock/Creek Outfitters
  •     - Paragon Sports
  •     - Appalachain Outdoors

Patagonia Mainstay Cardigan Reviews Summary:

RatingNumber
of Reviews
*****4
****2
***0
**0
*0
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Reviews:

A fine followup

Rating:****
I bought a zip front wool sweater from Patagonia years ago. I wore it constantly for several winters, wore holes in the elbows and had them patched, and generally loved the sweater all too much. It's stretched and baggy now, it's got holes and sewn spots hither and thither, and the cuffs are beginning to fray, but it's still a great piece and I still knock around in it regularly. This new sweater is thicker and closer fitting than the old one. It has a nice heft and color and is well constructed. Color appears true to the web ad. I got a large. I'm 5'10" 165lbs., a bit of a paunch but a fundamentally skinny frame; the body is a good for me and would accomodate a larger torso than mine, but the sleeves are snug on my skinny arms. The fabric is stretchy and would accomodate more girth but it might look tight. Then again maybe that would add a certain appeal... Heh, the review software doesn't allow the word s-e-x. Downsides: The fabric is a bit itchy but then I'm very sensitive to that. I've only had it for a few weeks and it's already pilling, which is a small disappointment; time will tell if it continues or if it's just because it's new. I wish the collar would stay flattened when I want it to be so but that is also something that may change over time. And I would have liked elbow reinforcement. None of that is to say that this is not a fine piece -- it is. I fully expect this sweater to last as long and become as treasured as my first one, and that is no small thing.
whiskeydeltabravo at Patagonia on 02/14/2009

surprising warmth

Rating:*****
Unexpectedly as warm as toast --even on a windy day. It surpassed my outer jacket. Most likely due to the loft of the material --thicker than is customary. Keep in mind if other samples are like mine, it'll be a bit generous-fitting. Oddly, color representation, was not up to Patagonia's usual perfection (just calibrated monitor). Still good-looking.
designhappy at Patagonia on 11/28/2008

Cool by the fire

Rating:*****
A wonderful cardigan for both impressing the in-laws or running to the local coffee shop. And still versatile enough to go to work on a cord of wood for the nights warmth. A truly wonderful sweater which will be worn for many years to come.
Gigi at Patagonia on 12/29/2008

Long sleeves

Rating:****
Nice piece. Looks good. Incredibly warm. My only gripe is that the sleeves are inordinately long for the size (and, generally, Patagonia stuff fits me to a T). The sleeves could be a couple of inches shorter.
btreanor at Patagonia on 10/31/2009

I Love Wool, Wool, Wool, Wool.

Rating:*****
Like a good Scotch, wool is my new best friend. This Cardigan works as a great mid layer, or main layer for city SF City livin. The best part, no itchyness!
shredtherad at Patagonia on 12/15/2008

Posh and Country

Rating:*****
Great sweater...up market and posh yet down home and ready for a country walk...a long fit that looks best with the sleeves rolled once.
BigWood at Patagonia on 09/21/2008