![]() I can't think of anything under $100 that holds up to everyday wear for 15 years without needing repair. I don't feel bad about washing it, though, because after countless washings, it's still in really good shape. This is par for the course for fleece, but it's worth noting. The last negative thing I want to say about this pullover is that it collects lint/hair/dust like crazy. But it doesn't weigh much and it's great to wear when setting up camp. It makes a good fuzzy pillow if I choose not to wear it, but depending on what I'm carrying, it could take up valuable space if I have to carry it in my backpack. I like to store things on my person, so I'd like to see some other functional pockets.Īs a backpacker, I'll say that, being fleece, this does not pack down well. I can put my cell phone in there, but other than that, anything else goes into pockets on my pants. It's certainly functional, but it's small and won't hold a ton of stuff. I haven't really found a use for the chest pocket yet. Also, try not to allow it to get wet when while you wear it. But as it gets colder, put a windbreaker on over it, because it does not insulate you if there's a cold breeze. I like that the collar buttons up to cover the entire neck to keep that fall chill from creeping in, and who doesn't like the feel of a fleece pullover when wearing a short sleeved shirt?īecause it is fleece, the pullover is breathable, which is great in certain instances. I pair it with all sorts of apparel, from wind breakers and rain jackets to basically any shirt I want to wear underneath it. Now, I do like that it is just a tad big because I can wear it with layers. And I've almost grown into it.they got me a medium and it's a bit bulky for me through the chest and torso, but that isn't a knock on the sizing. When my grandparents got it for me, they got me a men's medium, which was huge for me at the time, but they knew I would grow into it. While the fleece is not as fuzzy as it used to be, it still performs the way it always has, and the buttons still work great. There are no fraying ends or splitting seams, and the color has not faded. The fact that it even survived my teenage years is pretty remarkable. I've used this fleece pretty hard since I wore it. This thing has been with me through lots of life - campfires with friends, long hikes for contemplation, a first date with my (at the time) future wife, and it collected all of the shedding hair from the puppy we brought home a few years back. Yard work, hiking/camping, wearing it to football games, you name it. The Toyota Hi-Lux of fleeces.įor those of you who still want to know more about this fleece after reading the opening summary, it is true.I've had this thing for 15 years and I've worn it in all sorts of weather doing all sorts of activities. This jacket /shirt/sweater has been tested to near-destruction and refused to quit. I'm about ready to send this one back for recycling and buy another classic design never goes out of production, in this case. It's fairly wind resistant, with a mid-density weave of fabric.Ī great product, that I've never regretted paying the price for. Considering it's a mid-weight fleece, it's pretty breathable, but only by fleece standards: it's not first choice for high intensity, mid layer duty. The elastic in the waistband and cuffs remains springy, the binding tape is un-frayed. It's been stuffed into packs and cupboards, used as a bothy pillow, annexed by my buddy's dog, washed in the river and put away wet.Ī great comfort, on the trail, or at the bus stop. The pullover carries scars from house painting days and from campfire embers. I lost one of the collar snaps, along the way and the material is thin and pilled. This is a simple design-no zips and only one pocket. The one I still use must be 18 or 19 years old and looks a bit tatty now, but it still keeps me warm. I gave one of them away after five years-and it was still in great condition. I've owned a couple of these recycled and recyclable fleeces. ![]()
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