Description of Patagonia Micro Puff Vest - Women's:
In cold backcountry conditions, your core is the engine that powers your body, so keep it warm with the Patagonia Women’s Micro Puff Vest. This toasty insulated vest features recycled Climashield Green synthetic insulation, for core warmth that stays warm when wet. The recycled polyester shell resists water and snow, and blocks nasty mountain winds. Two handwarmer pockets keep your digits functional, and an internal zippered pocket doubles as a stuff sack when it’s time to climb.
Great vest, very warm, only issue is the pockets. They are very deep, but they aren't in the least bit warm. They are out side the insulation and only the shell is there to protect you from the cold.
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Plain Jane Vest/It is form vs. function for me 09-29-09
I really didn't like the looks of this vest when I put it on. It just looks blah with the smooth surface front. The fit is also designed for someone who is flat chested, the armholes a little bit big.
I have always liked poly fibers for backpacking and outdoor wear, since they forgive getting wet a lot more than down, but I do have to admit, the down is so much warmer, unless you need the security of poly fibers I would recommend the down. However, the prices is really good and it would make a fine working vest for out in the yard.
The only reason I give it 4 is it was a replacement for an REI primaloft that was superior in that the collar was not as heavily insulated; it would lay flat (and it was a little bit lighter). I climbed and caved in the darn thing and would wash it and wear it to work!
Had I not been spoiled by my first little black vest I probably would have given this one five stars.
The fit is good and true to the sizing chart - not too big. And it is SNUGGLY, let me tell you. Great for heavily air conditioned areas / warehouses / outdoor work. Really keeps your core warm, and it's about the lightest one out there. Good inside pocket as well as deep outside pockets as well. Nice design, quality needle work.
