You will never want to wear anything else! See here for $41.26.
My Take
So, like most of you, there are times when our research leads to a place where a piece of gear becomes an obsession and a must have. That piece of gear that will serve you in almost any scenario, that can be worn to work, weddings (kidding!), mountains, or putting the garbage out! For me, one of those was the Patagonia R1 Air here.
A handsome, rugged and stylish piece of technical gear that could be worn daily.
BUT - I tried it on in multiple sizes, and it just looked crappy on me.
Despondent and rudderless, I set about researching the next best option. That turned out to be the North Face TKA Glacier (snap neck). I rushed to my local Sports Basement to try one on. It was like slipping into a warm, soft cloud. So I purchased two there and then, and have since purchased another. This is a fantastic piece of gear that transverses trail & normal life, at an incredibly affordable price here. Made of lightweight recycled polyester, this 3 season mid layer delivers comfort, warmth and durability.
Weighing in at a mere 7 ounces, and costing only $42.00, while delivering 3 season alpine warmth, this piece is a miracle for what it is. It comes with me on all my trips.
Specifications
Dimensions: See here for sizes: REI
Weight: 7.4 oz
Materials: Recycled Polyester
Price: $41.26
Pros and Cons
Pros: Great price, light, packable, warm.
Cons: None.
The Final Score
10/10 - For its affordability & warmth. I want more!