i was thrilled to see a hooded down sweater this year, as I love my regular down sweaters; however, I am a little bit disappointed that there isnt a cinch cord for the hood.…
- Elizabeth, 12/11/09
portland, or

I debated several down jackets before finally choosing this one, and I'm very satisfied. I have worn it this winter in Seattle, Denver, and Phoenix [damp cold and dry cold], a…
- MACKENZIE, 03/16/11
Denver, CO

I am a mom of two who doesn't spend much time or money on on me. This jacket was the best investment I have spent on myself. It's the perfect no brainer "go-to " jacket. It is…
- Heather, 11/05/11
Conifer

How could this not be an unbelievable jacket if a boy bander actually touched this jacket? (Thank you Nick Lachey) Anyway, living in San Francisco the weather often is bi pola…
- Molly, 08/28/11
San Francisco

This fleece is great in hundreds of ways. The second I put it on I loved it. The fit is longer than most. It is form fitting but not overly. The sleeves are roomy (comparable…
- Amanda, 12/20/12
Iowa City

This is hands down the best jacket ever. It's warm, its breathable, its damn near windproof. I have worn it under a shell or on its own and remained totally toasty. I'm 5'1…
- Cara, 04/07/12
Bozeman MT

This is literally my favorite thing I own. I wore it in rediculous snow storms walking to class in the morning, out on the town in Manhattan, skiing in Vermont, sub zero temps…
- Donny, 05/26/11
Manhattan, NY

Not only is it a great jacket to have in your pack, but it also is great on a night on the town. This jacket not only keeps you warm but also doesn't feel bulky like every oth…
- tyler, 05/04/11

Took this from the Patagonia site because I had the same question and I thought I would share. "If you are going to be in cold, dry conditions, the down hoody is the hands-…
- Dave, 12/02/11
Portland, OR

I'm 5'8, 150lbs and got a small. Fits perfectly. Wore this snowboarding in Heavenly, with merino wool t-shirt and longsleeve underneath, and a shell on top. Temps ranged from…
- michael, 12/27/10
Los Angeles

Use this for ice climbing on glaciers and alpine work in Iceland. I have the large which looked huge but fits pretty well with good clearance when working with your arms over…
- Jonathan, 12/26/12

First of all, I have to say what a big fan of the entire regulator fleece line I am. I currently own this hoody, and the pants, an the R3 hi-loft. This is absolutely my favori…
- Mikail, 12/19/11

I mean... this thing is amazing. Fleece pullover + snaps + a hood = excellence. Warm and cozy, plus it comes in good colors. Has served me well in the city and the backcoun…
- Sarah, 09/10/12

SO cozy without too much bulk. I can wear it under my parka and still not feel like an over-stuffed sausage. I really could live in this sweater. The hood fits over my head ev…
- Maia, 02/11/13
Western New York

Never had a sweater like this and I have a owned plenty of sweaters. Perfect sweater for all around use especially living on the west coast. I don't have too much experience…
- Virgilio, 01/31/13

I loved this when my girlfriend bought this for me. when i found out how much she spent on it however.... It does the job, i stay warm and dry. Nice and comfortable. but i c…
- Chase, 08/20/12
Lakeville

The R1 is by far my new favorite piece of outdoor clothing. It is a super warm yet lightweight layer perfect for all kinds of outdoor adventures. The women's version with hood…
- Guerin, 12/10/12
Anchorage, AK

This Jacket is great! I'm 5'10" 185 lbs with broad shoulders and the Large fits so well... just fine with only base layers, but plenty of room for a puffy underneath. I wore i…
- ZACHARY, 10/27/12
Pittsburgh, PA

Super comfortable hoody. Keeps you warm and cozy on a cold fall/spring night. It also has a great range of movement so I often play disc golf in this thing in the winter. It m…
- Kyle, 08/29/11
NW Michigan

Looks great and is light. It does shrink a little so if your border on size like me I'm 6 1' 200 go XL.…
- Sharon, 11/27/12

Patagonia's Down Parka from a year and a half ago had a down fill weight of 8.7 ounces. This jacket has a down fill weight of 6.3 ounces. The Fitz Roy Hoody is the same price…
- Nathan, 01/26/10
Amelia

This jacket feels like getting back into your super soft, super warm bed every time you put it on in the morning. I wear this for my ten minute walk to work in Breckenridg…
- Paul, 07/02/12
Breckenridge

I bought this after getting a Synchilla half-zip and realizing the over-the-head thing made me less inclined to wear it. I definitely reach for this more often than the half-z…
- Holly, 12/09/12

I bought the Icelandic better sweater in purple and absolutely love it. When you zip it up, you feel instantly snuggled in a thick, impenetrable layer of warmth. The hood is p…
- Lucy, 05/13/13