Midlayers
Voormi Merino Wool Layer Roundup
Intro
In the past two decades, wool has become one of the go-to options for warm-yet-breathable layers. But, as someone who sweats a lot, I have struggled t…
Casual Jacket Roundup — Fall 2019
Intro
It’s that time of year when you really never know what the weather is going to throw at you. A foot of snow? Maybe. 70°F / 21°C and sunny? Also totall…
Flannel & Casual Shirt Roundup — 2019
If you’ve ever attended Outdoor Retailer — or really any sort of outdoor-oriented event — you’ll notice a trend: flannels. They’re everywhere.
Flannels are …
Winter Hoodie Roundup — 2019

Hoodies are nothing new. In fact, they’ve probably been around for thousands of years. It was probably only a matter of time before some cavemen thought to…
Casual Jacket Roundup — Fall 2018
Intro
For those of us who aren’t out bootpacking up gnarly couloirs 24-7, we’ve gathered some of our favorite shirts and jackets to keep you warm on those c…
Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody
Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody
Stated Features:
- Ultralight nylon ripstop Pertex Quantum® GL shell with a DWR (durable water repellent) finish.
- Sheds precipitation
The North Face Morph Vest
The North Face Morph Vest
Reviewer: 5’11, 165 lbs
Size Tested: Medium
Blister’s Measured Weight: 245 g
Materials:
- Shell Fabric: 20-denier Nylon with DWR finish
- I
The North Face Summit L2 FuseForm Fleece ½ Zip Hoodie
The North Face Summit L2 FuseForm Fleece ½ Zip Hoodie
Reviewer: 5’10”, 140 Ibs
Size Tested: Medium
Blister’s Measured Weight: 415 g
Fabric: 240 g/m² Polartec® …
Women’s Patagonia R1 TechFace Hoody
Patagonia Women’s R1 TechFace Hoody
Reviewer: 5’8”, 130 lbs
Size Tested: Medium
Stated Weight: 366 g (12.9 oz)
Blister’s Measured Weight: 369 grams
Materials: 5…
Patagonia R1 TechFace Hoody
Patagonia R1 TechFace Hoody
Reviewer: 5’10”, 140 lbs
Size Tested: Medium
Blister’s Measured Weight: 416 g
Materials:
Fabric: 5.2-oz 92% polyester (69% recycled)…
Rab Zero G Jacket
Rab Zero G Jacket
Reviewer: 5’10”, 140 lbs
Size Tested: Medium
Blister’s Measured Weight: 284 g (stuff sack: 6 g)
Materials:
- Fabric: Pertex Quantum GL 7D
- Insulat
Mont Bell Plasma 1000 Down Jacket
Mont Bell Plasma 1000 Down Jacket
Reviewer: 6’3” 185 lbs
Size Tested: Large
Blister’s Measured Weight: 139 grams / 4.9 oz
Materials:
- Fabric: 7-denier nylon rips