Patagonia R2 Jacket
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Reviewed by 13 Trailspace users
Description
The R2 Jacket is a fleece jacket made by Patagonia. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 13 user reviews.
Here's what other sites are saying:
From Patagonia.com:
"A modern mountain staple, the adaptable R2 Jacket serves as a stand-alone outer layer when you're on the go or as a superb insulating layer under a shell. The stretchy polyester knit uses variable-length fibers to optimize insulation and compressibility while affording outstanding breathability, warmth, moisture-management and minimal weight. Inside the collar and cuffs, stretchy, low-bulk 6.5-oz R1 (Polartec Power Dry : 93% polyester that's 60% recycled/7% spandex) enhances skin comfort; the pliable R2 body fabric (7.4-oz Polartec Thermal Pro 100% polyester that's 40% recycled) means you'll move easily. With an easy-to-use front zipper, welded-in zippered pockets and forward-set shoulder seams for pack-wearing comfort. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program."
From Backcountry.com:
"The Patagonia Men's R2 is the fleece jacket you'll reach for every time you go outside. Constructed from Patagonia's trademark R2 stretchy, midweight fleece material, the R2 Jacket keeps you comfortable in brisk temps and lets you move freely. Wear it alone in moderately cold weather or underneath a shell when snow is falling or the wind picks up. The R2 Fleece Jacket dries quickly in case you get caught in drizzly weather. Plus, this breathable fleece speeds moisture away from your core to keep you warm as you ski, hike, or belay your climbing partner. Patagonia gave this jacket an offset zipper at the chin to prevent chafing and a Napoleon chest pocket for your energy bar."
From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The Patagonia R2 Jacket has become a mountain staple. It can be worn as a stand-alone jacket when you’re on the go or as an insulating layer when the mercury plummets. The stretchy and improved variegated-fiber fabric, now with a matte finish and greater warmth, has superb breathability and compressibility, along with minimal weight. Stretchy R1® (now made with recycled polyester) inside the collar and cuffs enhances skin comfort, and the pliable R2 body fabric affords unrestrained movement. With a new, easy-to-use regular-coil zipper front, welded-in zippers on the hand pockets, and forward-set shoulder seams for pack-wearing comfort. 100% recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program. Trim fit. Patagonia R2 Jacket Features: New matte-finished R2 fabric is light, stretchy and compressible, with great breathability Updated R2 fabric features higher loft from improved variegated fibers with longer insulating tall fibers and more dense, supportive short fibers Directional knit construction increases dry time and speeds moisture transport Inner collar and cuffs lined with R1® (made with recycled polyester) for skin comfort Full-length front coil zipper with a chin flap for smooth protection; shoulder seams set forward for pack-wearing comfort Welded handwarmer pockets with reverse-coil zippers and surrounding Supplex® strips for snag-free operation Zippered chest pocket with welded-in, reverse-coil zipper and surrounding nylon strip for snag-free operation; slim fit Imported. Materials: R2®: 7.4-oz (Polartec® Thermal Pro®) polyester with grid interior. R1®: 6.5-oz 98% polyester (60% recycled), 2% spandex (Polartec Power Dry®) treated with a wicking finish. 100% recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program Weight: 419 g (14.8 oz)"
From Moosejaw:
"On Sale. Free Shipping. Patagonia Men's R2 Jacket (Fall 2009) Our most breathable high-loft fleece gives superb warmth, especially under a shell, and is lightweight, compressible and versatile Specifications: R2: 7.4-oz (Polartec Thermal Pro) polyester. R1: 6.5-oz 98% polyester (60% recycled), 2% spandex (Polartec Power Dry) with a wicking finish Weight: 15 oz / 420 g Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program Features: Highly technical R2 fabric is light, stretchy and compressible, with great breathability Insulating tall fibers alternate with dense, supportive short fibers to optimize insulation and reduce bulk Directional knit wicks moisture and speeds dry time Inner collar lined with R1 (made with recycled polyester) for next-to-skin comfort, protective chin flap Welded, zippered pockets have surrounding Supplex strips for snag-free operation, one chest pocket, two handwarmers Shoulder seams set forward for pack-wearing comfort Slim fit We are not able to ship Patagonia products outside the US because of that other thing."
User Reviews
Men's R2 Jacket
Reviewed by Patrick, Jul 31, 2009
The fleece is really warm, fits great, and is highly breathable."
Men's R2 Jacket
Reviewed by Julien, Dec 10, 2008
Exceptional warmth-for-weight, superbly breathable, compressible. Great fit, won't ride up. So comfortable and soft you'll always be wearing it.
I find it looks great, very technical-looking fleece. . . Though some may find it looks like a dead cat, which it kinda does!
Neck closure it tight enough to have it snuggly and comfortably wrap around your neck and seal out any drafts, that's if you're not wearing another layer with a collar underneath in which case it might be too tight to close."
Men's R2 Jacket
Reviewed by Jon.C, Jun 29, 2008
Works great as a mid layer under a lightweight wind proof."
Men's R2 Jacket
Reviewed by bige, Mar 04, 2008
This jacket is comfortable and cozy."
Men's R2 Jacket
Reviewed by Delmarco, Nov 14, 2007
Men's R2 Jacket
Reviewed by Neilthemeal, Aug 30, 2007
The quality and fit of the jacket are top notch. In these respects, it is exactly what I wanted. I am 5'9 and fairly skinny and the small fits me great. Fairly comparable to most Mountain Hardwear size small stuff."
Women's R2 Jacket
Reviewed by Michelle, Jul 30, 2007
R2 Jacket
Reviewed by Nevenneve, May 17, 2005
It really hit me that this is a real standout when I got back from a snowshoeing trip on the Superior hiking trail and noticed a picture of the guy I spent 10 minutes talking to about the jacket (it was five in the morning with full blizzard conditions very conducive to conversation) in the trail brochure I picked up."
R2 Jacket
Reviewed by Goose, Mar 11, 2005
Men's R2 Jacket
Reviewed by Jacob, Feb 16, 2005
Men's R2 Jacket
Reviewed by Stewart Yabutani, Sep 15, 2004
Men's R2 Jacket
Reviewed by an anonymous hiker, Apr 06, 2004
Men's R2 Jacket
Reviewed by Glyn Ashwood, Feb 04, 2002
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Where to Buy
Buy Online We found the R2 Jacket at 10 online stores:
| Store | Product Description | Price |
 Patagonia.com 6 purchase options: | Women's R2 Jacket - Special | $79.00 | Buy Now |
| Men's R2 Jacket | $82.50 | Buy Now | |
| Women's R2 Jacket | $82.50 | Buy Now | |
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 Backcountry.com 2 purchase options: | R2 Fleece Jacket - Women's | $99.00 | Buy Now |
| R2 Fleece Jacket - Men's | $140.00 | Buy Now |
 Oregon Mountain Community | R2 Jacket - Men's | $98.95 | Buy Now |
 Moosejaw 2 purchase options: | Women's R2 Jacket | $89.99 | Buy Now |
| Men's R2 Jacket | $140.00 | Buy Now |
 Altrec Outdoors 4 purchase options: | Women's R2 Jacket | $79.99 | Buy Now |
| Men's R2 Jacket | $149.95 | Buy Now | |
| Women's R2 Jacket | $149.95 | Buy Now | |
| Men's R2 Jacket | $175.00 | Buy Now |
 REI | R2 Jacket - Women's | $175.00 | Buy Now |
 Backcountry Outlet 2 purchase options: | R2 Fleece Jacket - Women's | $99.00 | Buy Now |
| R2 Fleece Jacket - Men's | $157.50 | Buy Now |
 RockCreek 3 purchase options: | R2 Jacket (Women's) - Spring 09 | $89.95 | Buy Now |
| R2 Jacket (Men's) | $175.00 | Buy Now | |
| R2 Jacket (Women's) | $175.00 | Buy Now |
 Massey's 2 purchase options: | Mens Patagonia R2 Jacket | $150.00 | Buy Now |
| Womens Patagonia R2 Jacket | $175.00 | Buy Now |
 US Outdoor Store 2 purchase options: | R2® Jacket | $175.00 | Buy Now |
| R2® Jacket - Women's | $175.00 | Buy Now |
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