Description of Backcountry.com Prime Power Stretch Top - Long-Sleeve - Men's:
Layering is a science and the Backcountry.com Men’s Prime Power Stretch Top wants to give you Nature’s test notes. Power Stretch fabric holds warmth close on those chilly days and breathes like a champ when things warm up. The Prime Power Stretch Top’s athletic fit layers like an onion and the ¼ chest zip offers extra ventilation when you work up a sweat. Stash your keys in the zippered chest pocket for safe keeping during your tour, hike, or crag session.
It is great layer to add to my closet. It works as a light jacket as well as just a top. I am 6'3" 195lbs and I went with a Large. I used it this past week in Ouray for a layering piece over my thermal shirt and then just my jacket over it. Kept me warm..
This is a great midlayer and substiute for the Patagonia R1 Flash, and is far warmer and wind resistant. It's pajama comfy, seriously but is super warm. It's bulkier than the R1 but layers better. I have but a few gripes:
1. Chest pocket could be deeper. It stretches to fit my iPhone.
2. No thumbholes
Also maybe colors like Red and Green would enhance his product. Either way, if you are looking for a great midlayer but don't want to shell out as much as an R1, this is your ticket
I wear this under my shell when I snowboard, and for the weight, this thing is super warm. The fabric is super durable and has a tremendous stretch. I'm 5'11 about 175, and size large feels like it was made specifically for me. I love how the collar stays close to skin and sits low as not to chafe my chin. This is a very nice, basic top and worth every penny. I have 2 so far, hoping to get another for christmas.
