User Review: Patagonia R1 Flash Pullover

Patagonia R1 Flash Pullover
Above: The current R1 Flash Pullover, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed June 25, 2008 by Jon.C

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Price Paid: GBP 60.00

I have the first one of these pullovers. It is an excellent top, though a little snug for Patagonia sizing but this will probably vary in each design.
Some of the stitching has come away, but power stretch is famous for tearing at the seams anyway. Other than that, a great product which has been used many many times and still looks ok (unlike other fleece which pills easily).

It is not windproof, but it breathes and that is the point. Good for most seasons: as a light fleece for under a heavy pack in winter; as a carried item for summer climbs when the temperature will drop up top; as an autumn fleece underneath a light windproof sweater.

The pocket on a fleece top is essential, so bear this in mind when choosing a pullover. Also get a drop tail, or a long enough hem, as too many fashion fleeces have a stupid short hem, leaving bare flesh for the bugs, the wind, and a pack's hipbelt to abuse.

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