Gear Review
Stretchy Fleece is the best
By Yuzz
Ranked #61 - Women's Fleece Jackets
January 5, 2012
This Stoic jacket is much more of a fleece hoodie than anything, but met my expectations. It is my favorite winter-hiking mid layer, and also my favorite climbing hoodie & is good for really cold weather running. Its packable and light and cozy... keeps you warm even when your base layer is damp. It also serves as great insulation under a shell; does not impede movement.
I ordered this jacket after happily owning 2 powerstretch fleece hoodies. So far this hoodie does offer more wind resistance than regular power stretch fleece. It also seems to have a bit more rigidity to it, but is still stretchy enough to move around.
The fit is average for outdoor clothes, and runs a little bigger than my Stoic tees (Mediums - loose fit). I am 5'4" athletic build (bigger shoulders/arms, small waist/mid section, have hips), and am usually a small in most tops, and this fits perfectly in a size small- I can layer under it (a longsleeve flannel shirt) - and it doesn't feel/look bad. It is not at all bulky, rather form-fitting and is long enough (hits below hip, about mid-butt). Also, there is a sweet inside pocket.
For the down side, as previously mentioned - Velcro will snag this hoodie, but I can say that about all of my powerstretch fleeces. Also, it is not a shell - so it wont really act like one.
I was expecting the color to be blinding (ceramic), but it is a more subdued turquoise, with chartreuse accents. I really do love it - fun & different pallet of colors.
I would live in this thing if I could.
View Details: Stoic Breaker Fleece Hooded Jacket - Women's
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [body] Polartec Wind Pro
- Fleece Weight:
- 200
- Fabric Breathability Rating:
- highly breathable
- Windproof:
- , wind-resistant
- Hood:
- yes
- Fit:
- close
- Length:
- hip
- Venting:
- none
- Pockets:
- 2 front
- Shell-Compatible:
- no
- Weight:
- (medium) 13 oz
- Recommended Use:
- skiing, ski touring, climbing, basecamp
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
Change me.


