The Patagonia R1 Air Women's Full Zip Hoody is the most versatile take on Patagonia's airy technical fleece, adding a hood and a full zipper to the mix. It is light, stretchy and remarkably breathable, hugging close as either a standalone layer or a midlayer under a shell.

Why we like it:

The low-profile hood is the addition that earns its keep, slipping under a helmet or a shell hood for an extra bit of coverage.

Features and Functions:

The hoody's fabric is an airy jacquard fleece, 5.7 ounce recycled polyester with hollow-core yarns that pair warm lofted zones with breathable open ones. A full-length zipper vents in a hurry, the snug hood layers under headwear, and the piece is stitched under Fair Trade Certified terms.

Fit and Sizing:

Cut slim and athletic to layer smoothly, with a fit that lands true and stretch that moves with you.

Bottom Line:

It works best as an all-purpose active layer for touring, resort days and cold trailheads, wherever breathability matters most. Great for women who want one do-it-all fleece.