Patagonia r1 vs arc teryx fortrez
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Has anyone used both these? I'm looking for a light layer and these seem to be two of the best. I would like to climb single and multipitch on chilly days in this jacket and also hike with out getting too warm. But also be a good layer for colder temps. What are peoples recommendation? Other jackets? |
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Unless you run cold look at the Cap 4 hoodie, the R1 is pretty warm. Ran Boreas looks pretty god but I have not worn it |
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I have both. The R1 has been through many iterations (I have had two versions) and some people don't like the hood design and other changes made to the latest ones (me included). Sleeves and torso are definitely longer than the Fortrez. |
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The Cap 4 hoody is a great base or insulating layer, completely useless exposed to the wind. |
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Ragged Mountain Stretch Grid Hoody - polartec power stretch waffle grid sewn in Intervale, NH for $89, less if you can catch a sale in-store. Deep chest zip, no pockets, thumbloops. |
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I picked up a Fortrez to use as a midlayer for ice climbing this Winter. My initial impressions are positive, but I wish the torso was cut a little slimmer. The hood on both R1 and the Fortrez works perfectly under a helmet. I got my Fortrez from REI for $100, but it is typically more expensive than the R1. |
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I just sold my Fortrez because it wasn't long enough for my 6'1" frame. I had the medium because it fit me well in the body, maybe I should have gone up to the large. I now wear a cap4 in a large and I love it. It's definitely not as warm but would be good to climb in down to probably 50. If I wanted something warmer I would try the R1 before the Fortrez. The Fortrez is definitely a high quality fleece though, and I love the built in balaclava. |
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I also have both. IMHO the R1 is more versatile and warmer. I found the "wind resistance" of the fortrez to be insignificant. I wear the R1 as a layer in the winter and in the alpine in the summer. If I wear it alone (not windy) I can boulder/sport climb down to about 40-50 degrees. The fortrez would leave me cold in these temps. The fortrez hood/balaclava system is better than the R1. If i could only have 1, I would get the R1. You can find it on sale much cheaper than the fortrez too because its not Arcteryx. |
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What about the OR Radiant Hybrid Hoody? Any experience with that piece? |
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Mark Ra wrote:Ragged Mountain Stretch Grid Hoody - polartec power stretch waffle grid sewn in Intervale, NH for $89, less if you can catch a sale in-store. Deep chest zip, no pockets, thumbloops. raggedmountain.com/clothing… Melanzana Micro Grid Hoodie - No zip, unique hood design, kangaroo pocket. Sewn in Leadville, CO for $69. melanzana.com/catalog/produ… Most of the light layers of this type are sewn from polartec fabric and those two locally made options are actually cheaper than the big brands so for me it's a no-brainer to save money while also supporting local climbers and mountain folk.Sweet finds! How would you describe the cut of each? I need a RAB or other thin style cut. |
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If you like the fortez fabric and want a longer cut check out the BD compound hoody. It sits well below your harness. Hood has a good cut for neck coverage when zipped. Thumb loops if you're into those. |
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I ended up going with the BD compound. It has great reviews on line, it was on sale, and had a better color that I liked than the other ones mentioned. We'll see how it goes! |