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Patagonia Synchilla Vest

Men's Clothing > Jackets & VestsRated: ***** by 34 reviews. Also available for: Women, Baby/Toddler Boys, Baby/Toddler Girls, Infants

Altrec

When a shirt is not enough and a jacket is too much, this versatile core-warmer keeps you comfortable without restricting movement. Layer it when chasing spring corn, or wear it alone on cool desert nights. Durable, lightweight double-faced polyester fleece (87% recycled) is just enough to keep the chill out. With zippered handwarmer pockets and elasticized armholes and hem. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

Features:

  • Elasticized armhole and hem
  • Ideal Uses: Café Loitering in La Rochelle, Gliding In The Mangroves, Solar Home Tours, After Dinner Walks
  • Patagonia's time-honored torso warmer, recycled and recyclableW.5-oz 100% polyester (85% recycled) double-faced fleece. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program
  • Regular fitR78 g (9.8 oz)
  • Simplified trim
  • Soft, recycled, double-sided polyester fleece
  • Zippered handwarmer pockets

Mountain Gear

On late fall days when the weather is fickle, prepare for chilly mornings and warm afternoons by layering in Patagonia's recycled polyester Synchilla Vest. Chilly air won't get past the elasticized hem and armholes - keeping your core warm and comfortable within the double-sided fleece and stand-up collar.

Features:

  • Chilly winds won't get past the elasticized armhole and hem
  • Layer it comfortably over your mid- and baselayers, the regular fit affords plenty of room
  • Stow your keys or credit card in the zippered handwarmer pockets
  • Warm your core with a soft layer of double-sided, 85% recycled Synchilla fleece that's fully recyclable through Patagonia's Common Threads Garment Recycling Program

Ramsey Outdoor

Our time-honored torso warmer, the Synchilla Vest is recycled and recyclable. When a shirt is not enough and a jacket is too much, this versatile core-warmer keeps you comfortable without restricting movement. Layer it when chasing spring corn, or wear it alone on cool desert nights. Durable, lightweight 100% double-faced polyester fleece (85% recycled) is just enough to keep the chill out. With zippered handwarmer pockets and elasticized armholes and hem. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

Features:

  • Elasticized armhole and hem.W.6-oz 100% polyester (87% recycled) double-faced fleece. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.
  • Simplified trim.
  • Soft, recycled, double-sided polyester fleece.
  • Zippered handwarmer pockets.

Rock/Creek Outfitters

The Men's Synchilla Vest by Patagonia is their time-honored torso warmer. The Synchilla Vest by Patagonia is recycled and recyclable. When a shirt is not enough and a jacket is too much, this versatile core-warmer keeps you comfortable without restricting movement. Layer it when chasing spring corn, or wear it alone on cool desert nights.
Durable, lightweight 100% double-faced polyester fleece (85% recycled) is just enough to keep the chill out. With zippered handwarmer pockets and elasticized armholes and hem.
Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

Features:

  • Elasticized armhole and hem
  • Made in Mexico.
  • Simplified trim
  • Soft, recycled double-sided polyester fleece
  • Zippered handwarmer pockets

Patagonia

When a shirt is not enough and a jacket is too much, this versatile core-warmer keeps you comfortable without restricting movement. Layer it when chasing spring corn, or wear it alone on cool desert nights. Durable, lightweight 100% double-faced polyester fleece (85% recycled) is just enough to keep the chill out. With zippered handwarmer pockets and elasticized armholes and hem. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

Features:

  • Elasticized armhole and hemW.5-oz 100% polyester (85% recycled) double-faced fleece. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling ProgramR58 g (9.1 oz)
  • Made in Mexico.
  • Simplified trim
  • Soft, recycled double-sided polyester fleece
  • Zippered handwarmer pockets

This description was also provided by: Paragon Sports, TetonVillageSports.com


Backcountry.com

Grab the Patagonia Men's Synchilla Vets for classic warmth in a recycled package. Sport this basic vest everywhere from a summer dayhike in the Colorado Rockies to a backcountry ski trip in the Sierras to a coffee shop in New York. This versatile and comfortable vest features zippered handwarmer pockets and an elasticized hem and armholes. Throw it under a shell or over a t-shirt for a cozy layer that's good for the environment.


SummitHut.com

Worn as part of a layering system in the back bowl or by itself on cool desert nights, this vest adds core warmth without restricting arm movement. Made from durable, lightweight double-faced PCR® (post-consumer recycled) Synchilla® fleece. With zippered handwarmer pockets.

Features:

  • 100% Polyester is 85% recycled
  • Elasticized armhole and hem
  • Regular fit
  • Soft, recycled, double-sided polyester fleece
  • Weight: 7.6 oz
  • Zippered handwarmer pockets

O2GearShop.com (Fall 2009)

Our time-honored torso warmer, the Synchilla Vest is recycled and recyclable.

Features:

  • Elasticized armhole and hemW.5-oz 100% polyester (85% recycled) double-faced fleece. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling ProgramR58 g (9.1 oz)
  • Made in Mexico.
  • Simplified trim
  • Soft, recycled double-sided polyester fleece
  • Zippered handwarmer pockets

Appalachain Outdoors

Patagonia's time-honored torso warmer, the Synchilla Vest is recycled and recyclable.

Avg. Weight:258 g (9.1 oz)
Country of Origin:China
Fabric:100% polyester (85% recycled)
Fabric Description:7.5-oz 100% polyester (85% recycled) double-faced fleece. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program
Fit:Regular fit.
Fleece Weight:Midweight
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:Recycled polyester fleece
Patagonia Product Number:25184
Pockets:2 Front
Recommended Use:Casual, active
Weight:10oz (284g)
Windproof:No

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Patagonia Synchilla VestPatagonia Synchilla Vest - Infants$40.00
Patagonia Synchilla VestPatagonia Synchilla Vest - Women's$38.50 - $75.00
Patagonia Synchilla VestPatagonia Synchilla Vest - Baby/Toddler Boys$39.95 - $40.00
Patagonia Synchilla VestPatagonia Synchilla Vest - Baby/Toddler Girl's$40.00 - $44.95

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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
Extra SmallSmallMediumLargeExtra LargeExtra Extra Large
Desert Clay
Desert Clay
35.0035.0035.0035.0035.0035.00
Gravel
Gravel
35.0035.0035.0035.0035.0035.00
Cedar
Cedar
 75.0075.0075.0075.0075.0075.0075.0075.0075.0075.0075.0075.0075.0075.00
Olivine
Olivine
 74.9575.002 More...70.0074.954 More...70.0074.9575.0070.0074.9575.0070.0075.00
Orbit Blue
Orbit Blue
 59.9974.953 More...59.9974.954 More...59.9974.954 More...59.9974.953 More...59.9975.00
Feather Gray
Feather Gray
 70.0070.0070.0070.0070.00
Feather Grey
Feather Grey
 59.9975.0075.0059.9975.002 More...59.9975.0075.0059.9975.002 More...59.9975.0075.00
Black
Black
 59.9974.957 More...59.9970.008 More...59.9970.008 More...59.9970.007 More...59.9970.003 More...

Legend

  •     - Patagonia
  •     - Ramsey Outdoor
  •     - Paragon Sports
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - Altrec
  •     - Mountain Gear
  •     - O2GearShop.com (Fall 2009)
  •     - SummitHut.com
  •     - TetonVillageSports.com
  •     - Rock/Creek Outfitters
  •     - Appalachain Outdoors

Patagonia Synchilla Vest Reviews Summary:

RatingNumber
of Reviews
*****24
****9
***1
**0
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Positive Reviews:

Practical warmth

Rating:*****
This is a really nice, soft, great fitting vest that provides you with quick core warmth. It's also versatile as you may wear it by itself, over a lighter Synchilla or Capilene, and or under a jacket. It is a smart piece to have on chilly mornings as you wait for the french press to do its job or the percolator to brew. The zippered hand warming pockets are very useful and good for storing small things. You may want to try a size larger than what you regularly wear if you like a bit more room and plan to wear it often, as I do, over the Pima or the Highball Snap Shirt.
basil at Patagonia on 07/30/2008

The Classic

Rating:*****
This is the classic fleece vest for casual wear. If you are looking for something for serious technical wear, than you'll probably want the R2 vest or something comparable. But if you just want to stay warm and not break the bank, the Synchilla Vest is the one. No-frills, understated styling and the great Patagonia lifetime guarantee to back it up. And during Patagonia's sales, this baby gets marked down to $35. A throw-away fleece vest from Target isn't that much less. This one will last a long time. -PatagoniaCommunity
PatagoniaCommunity at Patagonia on 02/15/2009

Dig It

Rating:*****

Ordered one of these on sale from the Patagucci website. Turns out it is my go-to vest. Not fancy, no windblocking, but jeez its durable, the zipper still works 2 years later, and its not pilling after intensive wear. Insulates great for all my outdoor activities, but the bold colors work to throw on top of a nice shirt for a cold day at the office. I'm 6'2 185 and lanky - i wear a medium that fits perfectly.

Gee Alsenz at Backcountry.com on 01/29/2009

Must have Clothing.

Rating:*****
My wife and I have each owned 3-4 of the Synchilla Vests over the last 20 years. It is perfect for an extra layer over a long sleave shirt here in Colorado when it can be very hot in the sun and freezing in the shade. I wear mine almost every day from Fall to Spring. Thanks for a great product!
Franz at Patagonia on 10/23/2009

Solid Vest

Rating:****
The vest is great for the cool days in the South. It's perfect for the chilly days out on the disc golf course. A sweatshirt is too restricting on the arms, so the vest keeps my core warm while giving me free range of motion in the arms. A good deal, very happy with the purchase.
Poole at Patagonia on 05/04/2009

Comfy

Rating:****
comfy, warm. soft and more wind resistant than R2 material. I have worn it over a T shirt around the house on chilly mornings, to work and walking around the neighborhood on colder mornings. Cons:zipper doesn't quite go all the way up. Like many other Patagonia products, the mesh pockets can catch things like keys.
tumbili at Patagonia on 10/23/2009

Most practical outer layer

Rating:*****
I now have several Synchilla vests in different colors. I use them for backcountry, sports, casual wear, and travel. I find them the perfect blend of warmth, weight, bulk, and functionality. Also, the moths, don't like Synchilla and the vests can be washed; my wool sweaters are, one by one, going to Good Will.
Lightfoot at Patagonia on 07/27/2009

Ventura folks get it right again

Rating:*****
this vest is another perfect addition for transition weather gear, even wearing indoors. the vest fits perfect and has pockets. the product was clearly shown and accurately described on the website. the tobacco color is breeze to match up with street clothes. the season sale made this purchase affordable at this conservative financial time.
johnspag at Patagonia on 03/15/2009

Good Vest

Rating:****
This vest is pretty warm and very comfortable. I usually wear it under my coat while snowboarding and keeps me very warm. It is cut a little slimmer than most medium regular fits at patagonia so that is one thing I would look out for. Overall though it does the job.
ThomasW at Patagonia on 03/13/2009

Great gear

Rating:*****

This vest is awesome! Feel's great and the price is right! I have washed this vest now about 5 times and it still holds its color and looks good. I have gone outside in 30 degree weather with the vest and tshirt and it has kept me very comfortable.

mig3323222 at Backcountry.com

Neutral Reviews:

Good product, wish it had fit

Rating:***
Great product, quick delivery, however had to send back due to wrong size. Wish they were able send me correct size once receiving the returned item but instead had to place a new order. Not a big deal though
Anonymous at Altrec on 10/30/2009