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Patagonia Classic Retro-X Vest - Men's - 2008 BCS

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Classic Retro-X Vest - Men's
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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.

Bottom Line: A thick, fuzzy, windproof dream come true.

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Rating for this product: 5

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March 12, 2010

this is easily one of the raddest vests out there. chewbacca, sasquatch, and even robin williams would be jealous of this vest. the mesh lining locks in your core body heat and the fluffy fleece will have every lady and kitten rubbing their face against your newly purchased and classic retro-x fleece from patagonia.

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March 12, 2010

hahahaha! robin williams...sasquatch...chewbacca? thought it was all the same person...

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Rating for this product: 5

Unreal.

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January 19, 2011

This vest is a must have. Super warm, windproof, great fit, and looks great. Can wear this vest under a jacket for skiing and also around town. Just bought a second one due to its versatile functionality. Don't think about it, just get it.

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Is this garment machine washable/dryable?

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January 8, 2009

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yeah absolutely. I usually don't dry my own fleece pieces, it's up to you.

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January 13, 2009

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Rating for this product: 5

Lovin' it!

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November 7, 2008

For a fleece vest, this thing kicks it. Main use has been fishing in the fall. Putting this bad boy under my fishing vest adds comfort and warmth. I love the retro look and the feel of the bushy fleese is great. Good insulator to keep your inards warm.

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Rating for this product: 5

Classic vest

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December 18, 2008

The fit is perfect and the insulation is great for year round use. For a vest it does an excellent job of blocking the wind. And the Grover blue will never go out of style.

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Rating for this product: 5

Retro Vest

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January 2, 2009

Great Christmas present to myself. I have looked long and hard, this vest is never available @ the retail stores. Backcountry never lets me down. Used the vest over Christmas Week in Island Park Idaho, very cold, near zero, with lots of wind. The vest totally performed. Thanks Patagonia and Backcountry. Fit and look is great!

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Rating for this product: 5

Retro X is Great!

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November 18, 2008

I've been a long time fan of Mountain Hardwear gear and had a Chill Factor Vest that was my longtime standby. When It came time to replace it all of the newer Mountain Hardwear vests fit like cycling jerseys... Not a fit I prefer to wear around if you know what I'm saying. Long story short, the Retro X fits like my old Chill Factor and is very warm. It's wind blocking trait just makes it that much better. It's my new everyday jacket and I'm strongly considering the full jacket version to replace my Tech jacket!

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Rating for this product: 4

Versatile

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January 26, 2009

I've had this vest for a little over a year and keep coming back to it. The fit is snug (but certainly not tight) and it keeps me warm. Not to mention, I always get compliments on it when I wear it around town.

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Rating for this product: 5

Retro Up

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January 4, 2009

Fit is true to US sizing. Vest is very warm with good windblocking capabilities. Vest will fit under the Retro X coat with a standard Champion/Russel sweatshirt without hood. Great stuff!!!

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snuffleupagus hair weaved into vest form.

5 star rating

By: Ryan Ivy March 12, 2010

this is easily one of the raddest vests out there. chewbacca, sasquatch, and even robin williams would be jealous of this vest. the mesh lining locks in more...

Unreal.

5 star rating

By: 1rideride January 19, 2011

This vest is a must have. Super warm, windproof, great fit, and looks great. Can wear this vest under a jacket for skiing and also around town. Just more...

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Material:
polyester, 78% recycled 
Pockets:
2 exterior front, 1 exterior chest 
Weight:
411 g 
Recommended Use:
casual, ski 
Manufacturer Warranty:
lifetime