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Capilene Cool Merino Long Sleeve

patagonia

Long-Sleeved Capilene Cool Merino Blend Shirt

patagonia

Price£80
Colors (2)
Clement BlueBlack
Sizes (6)
xssmlxlxxl
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Reviews (1)

outdoor gear labMay 27, 2021
68/100

Summary

The Capilene Cool Merino Long Sleeve is an ultra-lightweight Merino-blend base layer that excels at thermoregulation, breathability, and next-to-skin comfort, with natural odor resistance and fast drying. However, its silk-like blend yields limited durability and can be sheer in lighter colors, making it less suitable as a standalone top in cooler conditions and better used as a base layer under a layered kit for high-output activities.

Pros

  • +Lightweight
  • +Next-to-skin softness
  • +Natural odor resistance
  • +Very fast drying
  • +Excellent thermoregulation
  • +Good layering option under other garments

Cons

  • -Poor durability due to sheer fabric and fraying seams
  • -Sheer/translucent in lighter colors
  • -Not ideal as a standalone outer layer
  • -Relatively high price for durability

Activity Scores

ski touring
85
trail running
90

Feature Scores

value
70
warmth
25
comfort
95
breathable
90
durability
25
lightweight
92
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