![]() I expect it will be way to warm to tour in once March arrives. Especially with the recent temps around -10 C and below. These days my thermostat is less tolerant of the cold so for me it’s a keeper. I have been on the market for a decent insulating mid layer for some time now and I am over the moon that Patagonia came out with the Nano-Air. I guess it can’t offer such breathability as well as cut a gale. Considering it’s breathability the Nano-Air does offer some protection against a stiff breeze but if you are on a ridge, or there’s a howler you will feel it cut through. If you need to turn up the thermostat just top it with a hardshell, which will also cut the wind. It works exceptionally well as a breathable outer layer in subzero temps. Incredibly soft to touch which coupled with the 4-way stretch makes it cosy comfortable. I can see why the Nano-Air was described by a climber as cool enough to climb in and warm enough to belay in, it is probably the most versatile mid-layer currently on the market. ![]() There is no doubt that when it comes to corporate responsibility Patagonia appears to be leading the way. They also helped initiate the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, an organization of companies that produces more than a third of the clothing and footwear on the planet. Every year for 30 years, Patagonia has donated one per cent of its sales to grassroots environmental organizations. They actually encourage the consumer to ask themselves “Do I really need this jacket? Is my old jacket worn out?”. In fact September 2013 they announced that their marketing goal to be limiting growth, that is, to make less than they have the previous years to better serve the environment. When it comes to being an ecological responsibility Patagonia’s brand promise is definitely worth a mention. Micro hem adjustment with tie back so the cord does not get in your way. Stretch fitting hood keeps you warm even though it may look a little funny. Zipper pull is glove friendly and the zipper garage keeps it off your neck or chin. Two Napoleon style pockets for small items. ⁃ Two hand warmer pockets and two chest pockets are zippered, welted and low-bulk to wear comfortably with a harness or pack. ⁃ Centre-front zipper has wicking interior storm flap and zipper garage at chin for next-to-skin comfort. ⁃ The outer layer is finished with DWR (durable water repellent) finish (this will wear off in time so it is advised to refinish periodically). When it comes to breathability Patagonia have innovated the market through their use of the FullRange™ Insulation which together with the liner and outer shell allows airflow up to 40 CFM (cubic feet per minute)- currently unprecedented for an insulation piece. The hood will accommodate low-profile helmets. The stretchy hood can be pulled on or off even when jacket is zipped, allowing for thermal adjustment on the go. Patagonia’s signature quilting and patterning keeps the insulation in place as well as optimizing durability. A 60-gram insulation weight is used for versatility in a wider range of temperatures. The proprietary element is what gives it added stability against fibre migration over traditional synthetic insulation, and allows for great stretch and recovery. The Nano-Air is filled with hydrophobic warm-when-wet and fast-drying FullRange Insulation which is a proprietary multi-denier synthetic fill insulation made from several different types of polyester fibres. Specifically designed for stop/start high exertion mountain activities, according to Patagonia you “Put it on leave it on.” It seems hard to believe, particularly on the up track so let’s take a closer a look at what’s behind the Nano-Air. Described as warm, stretchy and breathable the Patagonia Nano-Air™ Hoody (available for both men and women) is a technical insulation layer may just have been dreamt up by a backcountry skier.
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