Patagonia Classic Retro-X Vest

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The Classic Retro-X Vest is a fleece vest made by Patagonia. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 2 user reviews.

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From Patagonia.com:
"The winds blowing off British Columbia's Mount Carlyle can whisk your heat away with unwavering persistence. Stop the loss with the Retro-X Vest. A windproof barrier sandwiched between thick 100% polyester pile (78% recycled) on the outside and a moisture-wicking, brushed-mesh lining keeps warmth in and winter out. Collar and side pockets are lined with brushed-polyester mesh for comfort; a Supplex chin flap adds extra protection. The vertical-zip chest pocket holds lunch money and ski pass. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program."

From Backcountry.com:
"Whether you layer it under a jacket or zip it up over a sweater, the Patagonia Men's Classic Retro-X Vest keeps you toasty warm from the wind's biting chill. This heavyweight fleece vest features a windproof barrier sandwiched between sheep-style polyester fleece and a brushed mesh lining to harness your body heart and block out the elements. Warm your mitts in the two hand pockets and stash your post-ski beer money in the zippered chest pocket. When you wear out this vest, send it back to Patagonia to be recycled through the Common Threads Recycling Program."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The Patagonia Classic Retro-X Vest is for nights when you cup your bowl of ramen in both hands to conserve the heat, there's the Retro-X vest. A windproof barrier sandwiched between thick polyester pile (78% recycled) on the outside and a moisture-wicking brushed-mesh lining keeps warmth in and winter out. Collar and side pockets are lined with brushed-polyester mesh for comfort; a Supplex® chin flap adds extra protection. The vertical-zip chest pocket holds lunch money and ski pass. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program. Patagonia Classic Retro-X Vest Features: Windproof recycled polyester fleece Vertical zippered nylon chest pocket, zippered handwarmer pockets lined with brushed-polyester mesh Materials: 100% polyester (78% recycled) ¼" pile with a polyester brushed mesh lining and a breathable/windproof barrier Trim: 3.4-oz Supplex® nylon Weight: 411 g (14.5 oz)"

From Moosejaw:
"On Sale. Free Shipping. Patagonia Men's Classic Retro-X Vest (Fall 2009) A windproof pile vest that keeps your core cozy under a jacket or on its own Specifications: 1/4 100% polyester pile (78% recycled) brushed polyester mesh lining and a breathable/windproof barrier Trim: 3.4-oz Supplex nylon Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program Features: Windproof recycled polyester fleece Vertical zippered nylon chest pocket, zippered handwarmer pockets lined with brushed-polyester mesh Regular fit"

User Reviews

Men's Classic Retro-X Vest
Reviewed by Confutatus, May 13, 2009

"Great vest. Looks and is very comfy. Can wear as casual vest around town but works fantastic for hiking. I wore this vest as my primary hiking layer (over nylon shirt) for my hike up to the Everest basecamp. Wore pretty much the whole way up, alone up to maybe 4000m."

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Men's Classic Retro-X Vest
Reviewed by Luke Losser, Sep 18, 2007

"Haven't had a chance to truly test this garment out yet as its not going to be very chilly for a while where I live, but initial impressions are:

It is very lightweight, lighter than I expected.

Windproof qualities are great. Appears well built and durable."

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