Patagonia R2 Vest

Patagonia R2 Vest

Average Rating: rated 5.00 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 1 Trailspace user

Description

The R2 Vest is a fleece vest made by Patagonia. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From Patagonia.com:
"Maybe shave down the rack, maybe carry less food, but don't ditch the R2 Vest for climbs where core warmth matters as much as weight. Its unique variable-knit polyester (7.4-oz Polartec Thermal Pro that's 40% recycled) ensures optimal breathability, moisture-management and warmth for low-bulk core insulation that's especially effective when worn under a shell. Stretchy 6.5-oz R1 fabric (Polartec Power Dry : 93% polyester that's 60% recycled/7% spandex) lines the inner collar for next-to-skin comfort. The vest has an easy-to-use front zipper, welded-in zippered handwarmer pockets, chafe-free self-fabric armholes and forward-set shoulder seams for comfort with a pack. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program."

From Backcountry.com:
"The Patagonia Men's R2 Vest provides lightweight core warmth for hiking, climbing, backpacking, and other backcountry pursuits, and it doesn't take up a lot of room in your pack. Patagonia made this vest from stretchy fleece fabric so you can move freely up the climbing route or down the scree-strewn trail. This breathable fabric wicks perspiration so you don't get swampy-feeling, and it's compressible for easy packing. Shoulder seams on the R2 Vest are set forward, so they won't rub underneath your pack straps."

From Moosejaw:
"On Sale. Free Shipping. Patagonia Men's R2 Vest (Fall 2009) Our most breathable high-loft fleece gives superb core 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: 10 oz 286 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 handwarmer pockets have surrounding Supplex strips for snag-free operation Shoulder seams set forward for pack-wearing comfort, self-fabric hem at armholes is smooth and chafe-free Slim fit We are not able to ship Patagonia products outside the US because of that other thing."

From Altrec Outdoors:
"New R2 fabric provides lightweight, core warmth without excess bulk for mountain pursuits.Maybe shave some gear off the rack, maybe carry less food, but don?t ditch the R2? Vest for climbs where core warmth matters as much as weight. Its unique variable-fiber structure, updated with a matte finish and greater warmth, ensures optimal breathability while offering toasty, low-bulk core insulation. Stretchy R1? (now made with 60%-recycled polyester) lines the inner collar for next-to-skin comfort. The vest has 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."

User Reviews

rated 5 of 5 stars Men's R2 Vest
Reviewed by Richard, Oct 23, 2004

"INDISPENSIBLE! Super warm, great fit, amazing moisture transfer, and really light and compressible. The R2 fabric is really versatile. Granted, it's not windproof, but under a shell, or on light-wind days, R2 is awesome."

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Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the R2 Vest at 7 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Patagonia.com
2 purchase options:
Women's R2 Vest - Special$100.00Buy Now
Men's R2 Vest$125.00Buy Now

Backcountry.com
2 purchase options:
R2 Fleece Vest - Men's$90.00Buy Now
R2 Fleece Vest - Women's$106.25Buy Now

Moosejaw
2 purchase options:
Women's R2 Vest$80.00Buy Now
Men's R2 Vest$100.00Buy Now

Altrec Outdoors
2 purchase options:
Men's R2 Vest$125.00Buy Now
Women's R2 Vest$125.00Buy Now

RockCreek
2 purchase options:
R2 Vest (Men's)$125.00Buy Now
R2 Vest (Women's)$125.00Buy Now

Massey's
2 purchase options:
Mens Patagonia R2 Vest$99.00Buy Now
Womens Patagonia R2 Vest$99.00Buy Now

US Outdoor Store
R2 Vest$125.00Buy Now

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