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Patagonia Capilene 4 Zip-Neck

Women's Clothing > Fleece & Base LayersRated: ***** by 47 reviews. Also available for: Men

Altrec

Layer up in Capilene® 4 when winter turns snarly. Our zip-neck is designed to make regulating your internal climate easy when you're on the move. Streamlined "barely there" seams cause no chafe while providing a tailored, trim fit. An angled, low-profile zippered chest pocket holds lip balm or MP3 player and can be easily accessed beneath bibs, waders or pack straps. The extra tail length keeps the heat in and the elements out. Made of 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:

  • 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

Berg's Ski Shop

Stay dry and warm in Patagonia's Capilene®  4 Zip Neck Top, a stretch base-layer designed for high-output, stop-and-go activities in cold weather.
Layer up in Patagonia's Capilene®  4 Zip Neck Top for women, when winter turns snarly. Our zip-neck is designed to make regulating your internal climate easy when you're on the move. Streamlined "barely there" seams cause no chafe while providing a tailored, trim fit. An angled, low-profile zippered chest pocket holds lip balm or MP3 player and can be easily accessed beneath bibs, waders or pack straps. The extra tail length keeps the heat in and the elements out. Made of 50% recycled (and 100% recyclable) polyester from our Common Threads Recycling Program, with a Gladiodor™ natural odor control finish. Imported.
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, with "garaged" zipper ends for a finished look
  • Forward-set shoulder seams eliminate pack or wader strap rub
  • 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
  • 227 g. (8 oz.)
  • Imported.

Massey's Outfitters

Place a Capilene 4 Zip-Neck at the core of your layering system for those sub-zero Montana mornings spent on cross-country skis. Built to keep you dry and warm during stop-and-go activities in cold weather, Capilene 4 fabric has a smooth jersey face that slips easily beneath layers and an interior grid that traps precious warmth, wicks perspiration and breathes. Stretchy and compressible, with a snug-fitting collar and a deep zipper backed by a zipper garage and draft flap to help block West Yellowstone's cold. Raglan sleeves won't chafe beneath pack straps. Made from 5.3-oz Polartec Power Dry polyester (47%-54% recycled) with Gladiodor natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.
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 layers | Zip-neck for easy climate control is backed by draft flap and zipper garage | Raglan sleeve seams won't chafe beneath straps | Vertical zippered chest pocket holds essentials, is easily accessed | Drop tail keeps heat in/elements out
5.3-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
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Rock/Creek Outfitters

The Women's Capilene 4 Zip-Neck by Patagonia will help you Stay dry and warm in this stretch baselayer for high-output, stop-and-go activities in cold weather.
Place a Capilene 4 Zip-Neck at the core of your layering system for those sub-zero Montana mornings spent on cross-country skis. Built to keep you dry and warm during stop-and-go activities in cold weather, Capilene 4 fabric has a smooth jersey face that slips easily beneath layers and an interior grid that traps precious warmth, wicks perspiration, and breathes.
Stretchy and compressible, with a snug-fitting collar and a deep zipper backed by a zipper garage and draft flap to help block West Yellowstone's cold. Raglan sleeves won't chafe beneath pack straps. 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:

  • Capilene 4 fabric is stretchy and offers great breathability and compressibility
  • Drop-tail hem
  • Interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk and confers warmth
  • Made in Costa Rica.
  • Patagonia's Capilene 4 Zip-Neck is made from our warmest synthetic baselayer fabric
  • Raglan sleeve seams won't chafe beneath straps
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layers
  • Zip-neck for easy climate control is backed by draft flap and zipper garage

O2GearShop.com (Fall 2009)

Place a Capilene 4 Zip-Neck at the core of your layering system for those sub-zero Montana mornings spent on cross-country skis. Built to keep you dry and warm during stop-and-go activities in cold weather, Capilene 4 fabric has a smooth jersey face that slips easily beneath layers and an interior grid that traps precious warmth, wicks perspiration, and breathes. Stretchy and compressible, with a snug-fitting collar and a deep zipper backed by a zipper garage and draft flap to help block West Yellowstone's cold. Raglan sleeves won't chafe beneath pack straps. 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:

  • Capilene 4 fabric is stretchy and offers great breathability and compressibility
  • Drop-tail hemU.3-oz Polartec® Power Dry®: 93% polyester (50% recycled)/7% spandex, with Gladiodor® natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling ProgramQ73 g (6.1 oz)
  • Interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk and confers warmth
  • Made in Costa Rica.
  • Patagonia's Capilene 4 Zip-Neck is made from our warmest synthetic baselayer fabric
  • Raglan sleeve seams won't chafe beneath straps
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layers
  • Zip-neck for easy climate control is backed by draft flap and zipper garage

This description was also provided by: Patagonia


SummitOnline.com (2010)

Having this stretchy Capilene 4 Zip-Neck to incorporate into your wardrobe for warmth and dry comfort will put you at the top of your winter sports. Patagonia has created this Capilene 4 Zip-Neck baselayer from the warmest synthetic fibers known today. This Capilene stretchy fabric offers great breathability and compressibility, giving you a great fit along with easy climate control by using the Zip-neck. The smooth jersey face slips effortlessly under protective layers, while the internal grid wicks away moisture to the outside fabric leaving you dry, comfortable and feeling soft against your skin. The raglan sleeves give you freedom of movement, for snowboarding, skiing or snow shoeing in comfort, while the shoulder sleeves are set forward to eliminate pack rub. The flat seam construction provides a clean, finished look with fine threads for seaming that will not chafe. The discreet vertical chest zipper is easily accessed beneath a bib or rain shell. Made from 93% polyester (50% recycled), and 7% Spandex for a performance baselayer option for high-sweat activity in wet, cool or warm weather.

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


Zappos.com

Stay dry and warm in this stretch baselayer designed for high-output, stop-and-go activities in cold weather.
Fabric offers excellent stretch, breathability and mobility.
Fabric's interior grid gives warmth, wicks moisture, and is highly compressible.
Smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers.
Flat-seam construction provides a clean, finished look with fine thread for barely there seaming.
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.
Raglan shoulder seams set forward to eliminate pack or wader strap rub.
Angled cuff seam more comfortable on wrist bone.
Slight drop tail keeps heat in and the elements out.
Fabric piecing provides enhanced range of motion and a streamlined silhouette.
Trim fit with a feminine cut.
U.3oz Polartec Power Dry: 98% polyester (50% recycled)/2% spandex featuring Gladiodor natural odor control.
Q00% recyclable through Patagonia's Common Threads Recycling Program.
Weight: 198 g (7 oz).


Oregon Mountain Community

Patagonia Capilene® 4 Zip-Neck is built to keep you dry and warm during stop-and-go activities in cold weather. Capilene 4 fabric has a smooth jersey face that slips easily beneath layers and an interior grid that traps precious warmth, wicks perspiration and breathes. Stretchy and compressible, with a snug-fitting collar and a deep zipper backed by a zipper garage and draft flap to help block West Yellowstone's cold. Raglan sleeves won't chafe beneath pack straps. Made from 5.3-oz Polartec® Power Dry® polyester (50% recycled) with Gladiodor® natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

Features:

  • Drop tail hem
  • Interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk and confers warmth
  • Our 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
  • Zip-neck for easy climate control is backed by draft flap and zipper garage

SummitHut.com

Supremely soft, low-bulk but highly insulative zip-neck performance 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:

  • Angled cuff seam is 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; trim fit with a feminine cut
  • Fabric's interior grid gives warmth, wicks moisture and is highly compressible
  • Raglan shoulder seams set forward to eliminate pack or wader strap rub
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers; flat-seam construction provides clean, finished look with fine thread for barely there seaming
  • 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

Mountain Gear

Combining high insulation and low bulk, Patagonia's Capilene 4 Zip-Neck brings habanero-style heat for mountaineering, skiing or any stop-and-start layering situations in very cold weather. Recycled polyester wicks moisture away, dries quickly and breathes so well, it's the ideal cold-weather armor.

Features:

  • Contoured fit
  • Flat-seams and a smooth jersey face slide 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
  • The fabric piercing gives this top an enhanced range of motion and a streamlined silhouette
  • Unique interior grid structure increases wicking and warmth
  • Zip neck provides easy ventilation; zipper tucks neatly into a fabric "garage" to stop snags

Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

Stay dry and warm in this stretchy, highly breathable Capilene® 4 Zip-Neck base layer. Designed for high-output, stop-and-go activities in cold weather, this is Patagonia's warmest synthetic base layer.

Features:

  • Capilene 4 fabric is made of 5.3 oz. Polartec® Power Dry® 93% polyester (50% recycled) and 7% spandex
  • Gladiodor™ natural odor control
  • Highly breathable and compressible
  • Interior grid wicks moisture, traps warmth, and trims bulk
  • Raglan sleeve seams won't chafe beneath pack straps
  • Slim fit
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layers
  • Stretch fabric allows free range of motion
  • Zipper garage for comfort; prevents chafing

Rocky Mountain Trail

Designed to keep you warm and dry during stop and go activities, this women's baselayer has a smooth jersey face that slips easy under heavier layers.

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 layers
  • Raglan sleeve seams won't chafe beneath pack straps
  • Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program
  • Zipper garage for comfort

Backcountry.com

When the temps drop below freezing, start your layering system with the Patagonia Women's Capilene 4 Long-Sleeve Zip-Neck. Patagonia made this long underwear top to give you an excellent start on layering for extremely cold winter conditions. The Capilene 4 Top's jersey face and flat seams reduce friction between layers for more comfort in the mountains.


Appalachain Outdoors

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

5.3-oz Polartec® Power Dry®:93% polyester (50% recycled)/7% spandex, with Gladiodor® natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program
57% recycled and 7% spandex; solid colors:92% polyester that's
Avg. Weight:173 g (6.1 oz)
Country of Origin:United States
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.
Insulation:Heavyweight
Long Underwear Weight:Heavyweight
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Material:Polartec Power Dry polyester
Patagonia Product Number:43475
Recommended Use:Layering for outdoor activities
Size:XS,
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
Extra SmallSmallMediumLargeExtra Large
Seaport - Light Seaport Crossdye
Seaport - Light Seaport Crossdye
85.0084.9585.0084.9584.95 
Seaport - Light Seaport X-Dye
Seaport - Light Seaport X-Dye
85.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.00
Shoreline-Blue
Shoreline-Blue
 59.3964.9559.9964.9559.3964.9559.99
Bitter Chocolate - Plum X-Dye
Bitter Chocolate - Plum X-Dye
85.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.00
Plum X Dye
Plum X Dye
 85.00   
Bitter Chocolate / Plum
Bitter Chocolate / Plum
85.0084.9584.9585.0084.9585.0085.0084.9584.952 More...85.00
Bitter Chocolate Plum
Bitter Chocolate Plum
85.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.00 
Garnet - Claret Red X-Dye
Garnet - Claret Red X-Dye
85.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.0085.00
Garnet X Dye
Garnet X Dye
85.0085.0085.0085.00 
Garnet- Claret Red X-Dye
Garnet- Claret Red X-Dye
 85.0085.0085.0085.00
White
White
  59.3959.3959.99 
Black
Black
59.9967.9913 More...59.9967.9913 More...59.9967.9913 More...59.9967.9914 More...67.9984.9013 More...
Lipstick / Maraschino
Lipstick / Maraschino
 64.9564.9564.95 

Legend

  •     - O2GearShop.com (Fall 2009)
  •     - Appalachain Outdoors
  •     - Massey's Outfitters
  •     - Patagonia
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - Oregon Mountain Community
  •     - SummitOnline.com (2010)
  •     - Mountain Gear
  •     - Altrec
  •     - Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
  •     - Rocky Mountain Trail
  •     - Skis.com (2010)
  •     - Zappos.com
  •     - SummitHut.com
  •     - Rock/Creek Outfitters
  •     - Berg's Ski Shop

Patagonia Capilene 4 Zip-Neck Reviews Summary:

RatingNumber
of Reviews
*****30
****11
***3
**2
*1
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Positive Reviews:

Rock star

Rating:*****
So sexy I wear this as street wear and feel like a rock star on and off the trail. Makes me look way more fit than I really am and lets me function optimally, traveling or teaching or running around town. Got a medium -- I am 36A, kinda short-waisted and pear-shaped but the torso and sleeve length is perfect and the shape as well. Could accommodate those more amply endowed but fits trim on me too, no excess fabric under the arms. Although it's rated for aerobic activity in cold weather I find it comfy and cozy for more sedentary activities in our moderate Northern Cal climate. NO pilling, washes beautifully (cold wash line dry) BUT keep it away from Velcro.
venturer at Patagonia on 05/02/2009

Cold-proof in every way

Rating:*****

I love this Capilene material! I ride trails with a Morgan and all the outside work that goes with horse ownership. I was always fighting a virus before this top, because I'd sweat and then get hit by a cold wind in the saddle as the air chilled or the sun went down. Now I just layer with a smart wool or ibex wool base layer first and then my Capilene 3 or Capilene 4 depending on the degree of cold, and a vest--and although I still sweat, I'm never feel the cold and the wetness wicks right off until I'm dry again and comfortable. Best of all, I don't miss a riding day because I'm sick. Thanks!

nvolpi100064435 at Backcountry.com on 01/04/2007

i heart Cap 4!

Rating:*****
I've been a huge fan of this piece since it first made its debut as part of the Regulator series, R.5. And I'm not a pack rat, but I do own 2 of these zip necks, 2 v-necks and 1 pair of the Cap 4 tights because this weight of Capilene is so versatile. I take the Cap 4 zip neck on every alpine climb because it offers so much warmth for so little weight/space and it is stretchy and comfortable to climb in. I bike commuted up and down the hills of Seattle year round in this layer and pretty much never leave home without it. LOVE Capilene 4!
rainorshine at Patagonia on 09/12/2008

It's hard to go wrong with Patagonia and the altrec.com

Rating:*****
We purchased two items of the Patagonia Women's Capilene 4 Zip Neck, two different lively colors. Even though my wife isn't outdoor fanatic like myself, she immediately fell in love with them. Moreover, it is much easier for me to engage her now for any of my outdoor adventures due to the warm, excellent termo-regulating qualities, and the overall quality of the product. It works well along in a vineyard setting, or during 6 hours hike together. We like to order our outdoor gear from the Altrec.com - people over the phone are friendly, knowledgeble and returning process in customer friendly to boot.
Alex Udovitsky at Altrec on 05/06/2009

Fantastic Fit and Warmth!

Rating:*****

I have owned my Cap 4's for over a year. The arms fit well, the sleeves stay down and the shirt stays down throughout activities. This is not old school capri which would end up a mess of lint after washing. This washes beautifully and does not end up out of shape for having been washed. I am a size 8 and the size M has a great fit. This will keep you warm and stop the shivers completely. You will be happy you purchased some as well as they will soon be your favorite. I hope this helps you make your decision.

mkshbow1100157058 at Backcountry.com on 12/16/2008

Perfect top

Rating:*****
The molten lava/real red color is stunning. I love this top. I purchase a lot of polartec because I have dogs and the smooth polartec does not get covered with dog hair like synchilla or other fleece. I wear this as outerwear and I think it looks great, but it is cut very slim since it is designed to be underwear. What I would most like to see from Patagonia that you don't have now is a line of polartec that is cut to wear over an underlayer.
ambc at Patagonia on 11/28/2008

best zip neck in a long time-great gift idea

Rating:*****
This top, is great. I have worn this in cool and warm weather. It keeps you warm and wicks well when you are active in cold and warm weather-( when you need a layer for wind protection). It has a comfortable fit and you can pair it with casual and athletic pants/shorts etc. Pair it over a a t-shirt or base layer and you are all set. I have two of these now and absoutely love them. A great gift idea
louise at Patagonia on 09/09/2008

Cozy and cute

Rating:*****

I love the entire Capilene range. This Cap 4 zip neck is warm without bulk, breathable so that it works across a wide range of temps and conditions, figure flattering and washes well -- no smell after multiple days wearing it, looks and fits like new after cold wash/line dry (dry so fast too). At 5.6 with a short torso, this is still a flattering length in boy and sleeves. It is more fitted than Cap 1 and 2.

meg2967502 at Backcountry.com on 04/30/2009

Never skimp on good base layers

Rating:*****
I had a bad fall/injury skiing in -20 deg windchill weather and was stuck on top of the hill in the snow for 45 min before being transported off. Doctor's were surprised that I was not hypothermic. I credit this great baselayer as I never even felt cold. I had a zipper break and patagonia replaced the product, no questions. Never skimp on good base layers, your life may depend on it.
Ski bum at Mountain Gear on 11/29/2007

a bit tighter than the cap 4 hoodie

Rating:****
I find the cap 4 zip neck to be a much tighter fit than both the cap 2 (which I love), the R4, and the much-missed (bring it back, bring it back!!) cap 4 hoodie with thumb-holes, from two seasons ago. It is warm and functional, but the zipper is way too tight when fully zipped so I can never zip it up. If you normally wear M, try an L.
ultimateplayer at Patagonia on 04/25/2009

Negative Reviews:

not as nice as earlier equivalent

Rating:**
it did not fit well. seemed to bunch and/or pull under the arms.
the style is not as appealing as equivalent product we purchased (also made by patagonia) several years ago. and the other item fit very well.
style challenged at Mountain Gear on 06/19/2007

Strangled

Rating:**
Great fabric, great fit EXCEPT for the neck. Zipped up it is uncomfortably tight. Guess I will exchange for a cap-3 zip, which fits fine on the neck. p.s. my neck is a normal size
landscapeye at Patagonia on 10/14/2009

Not good for me

Rating:*
I returned this because the fit was too tight for me and the neck too high. The sleeves and arm length would have been too long in the next size.
lols at Patagonia on 12/20/2008

Neutral Reviews:

Capilene Just Not as Warm

Rating:***

I have a Capilene 4 short from 6 years ago that far exceeds the weight and warmth of the newer styled Capilene. The fit is now much narrower--I generally wear an XS, but go up in size for Patagonia's underwear. I ordered a M, and it was still on the snug side--I like to wear a light-weight silk underwear as a first layer, and the Capilene as a second. I think the improvements made in recyclable materials have compromised warmth and fit.

Judi at Backcountry.com on 02/06/2008

zip-neck

Rating:***
This produce has been redesigned and now runs a little small, especially in the sleeves and through the back - I DON'T APPROVE OF THE CHANGE - The old design was a little bit roomer making it more versatile, a great top to carry along and through on if when you are out and the temperture drops a little or a lite drizzle hits. This new design is useful ONLY as a base layer. Very limited
Anonymous at Patagonia on 12/25/2008

Sizing needs work

Rating:***
Was disappointed that the Capilene 4 zip-neck fit snug. I'm one of those people who really hate tight clothing and, even though I ordered a L, it was just too snug to be comfortable. The snug fit should be described in the catalog.
akgeogirl at Patagonia on 01/10/2009