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REI Thermo LT Fleece Jacket - Men's

REI Thermo LT Fleece Jacket - Men's

Item # 761971
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A superb layering choice, REI Thermo LT jacket offers warmth and wind resistance in a streamlined package.

  • Polartec® Wind Pro® lightweight fleece offers higher wind resistance than traditional fleece without compromising breathability
  • Durable Water Repellent finish fends off light rain showers and snow
  • Polartec® Power Stretch® at sides and elbows increases breathability without bulkiness; mesh underarm panels aid ventilation
  • Zippered handwarmer pockets are positioned to work while wearing a hipbelt
  • Sleek, reverse-coil zippers reduce snags; chin guard protects against zipper abrasion
  • Adjustable hem seals out rough weather; full-length windflap backs zipper to restrict entry of cold air
  • Windproof to 8 mph

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Item 761971

REI Thermo LT Fleece Jacket - Men's Specs

Specification

Description

FabricWind-resistant polyester fleece
Average weight18 ounces
Back length28.5 inches

REI Thermo LT Fleece Jacket - Men's Customer Reviews

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REI Thermo LT Fleece Jacket - Men's
 
4.4

(based on 5 reviews)

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Durable (4)
  • Lightweight (4)
  • Breathable (3)
  • Warm (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Casual wear (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual adventurer (4)

    Reviewed by 5 customers

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    Feb

    7

    2009

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    2.0

    Not quite a jacket

    By kballs

    from Renton, WA

    About Me Casual Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • Lightweight
    • Looks

    Cons

    • Cold
    • Inadequate Protection
    • Not a Jacket
    • Pricey

    Best Uses

    • Casual Wear
    • Hiking and Camping

    Comments about REI Thermo LT Fleece Jacket - Men's:

    I don't consider this a "jacket" as advertised. It's a really nice full-zip wind-resistant fleece, but it's not a jacket.

    I went outside in very slightly breezy 45 degree weather (for only a couple minutes at a time between the car and office buildings/restaurants) the day after buying this and the cold cut right through me as bad as the regular pull-over fleeces that I usually wear. I didn't expect this to perform in sub-freezing temperatures, but it should have been OK in 45F with it's wind-blocking creds.

    Compared to regular fleece, the wind resistance is better, but the insulation is lower (probably because of the venting and stretchy arms which allow a lot of air through), so the overall warmth/performance is about the same. It's a compromise between the wind resistance of real wind blocking fleece fabrics with polymer membranes (which don't usually allow moisture to escape quickly enough when you're working hard) and the moisture wicking of regular fleece. I bet it works great on summer hikes or on sweaty trail runs, but so does regular fleece.

    Want warmth with moisture wicking? Get a heavier fleece "jacket" (The North Face and Mountain Hard Wear have some options). Want wind blocking? Get an ultralight shell and wear with a regular or heavier fleece (depending on temperature).

    Bottom line: at around 2x the cost of regular fleeces and about the same overall performance, it's not worth the cost.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • Fit:
    • Feels true to size
    • Sleeve Length:
    • Feels true to length
    • Chest Size:
    • Feels true to size

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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    Aug

    23

    2008

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    light jacket, perfect for WA

    By Jedi_07

    from seattle

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Lightweight
    • Warm

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Cold Weather
      • Extreme Conditions

      Comments about REI Thermo LT Fleece Jacket - Men's:

      perfect under coat in extreme conditions or by itself for normal Washington days. i plan to wear it under my North Face... caution, when you take it off sometimes the sleeves stretch. remove with care.

      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size
      • Sleeve Length:
      • Feels true to length
      • Chest Size:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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      Feb

      14

      2008

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Perfect!

      By greatray

      from Woodstock, GA

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Durable
      • Lightweight
      • Warm

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Casual Wear
        • Cold Weather
        • Hiking and Camping

        Comments about REI Thermo LT Fleece Jacket - Men's:

        This jacket is so comfortable. And with the vents in the armpits, it's perfect for me. I don't like to wear a lot of big heavy coats so I love it. I will say though, I'm 6'2" and I wear a large so I'm a little hesitant to wash and dry it for fear of the sleeves shrinking. They're the perfect length now.. Overall, very comfy, soft, and breathable.

        • Fit:
        • Feels true to size
        • Sleeve Length:
        • Feels true to length
        • Chest Size:
        • Feels true to size

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        Oct

        5

        2008

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Excellent value and performance

        By shevais

        from Raleigh, NC

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        Pros

        • Durable
        • Good Value
        • High Quality

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Camping
          • Everyday
          • traveling

          Comments about REI Thermo LT Fleece Jacket - Men's:

          I bought this fleece to replace an older Columbia fleece before leaving on a 2 week Alaskan Cruise. The primary use was to layer it under my Mountain Hardware Exposure II Parka. I ended up wearing the fleece almost more than the parka as it kept breezes off, had great ventilation under the arms and was very warm.

          One of the days we did a 3 hour glacier trek that was very active started out cold. I wore this fleece under a lightweight shell and I couldn't have been happier with the performance. When it got too warm it stowed nicely. It was also great for wearing on the plane during the flight. Great fit and finish and very useful!

          • Gift:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          May

          5

          2009

           
          5.0

          Ordering another one. Great item !!!

          By Old Backpacker

          from VA

          About Me Casual Adventurer

          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Comfortable
          • Durable
          • Lightweight
          • Warm

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Casual Wear

            Comments about REI Thermo LT Fleece Jacket - Men's:

            Love this light weight fleece jacket. When dressing for a winter morning at home, I reach for this jacket instead of my beloved flannel shirts. It's great for outdoor use on cool days, and it is an excellent warmth layer under a rain shell on cold rainy days.

            • Gift:
            • No
            • Fit:
            • Feels true to size
            • Sleeve Length:
            • Feels true to length
            • Chest Size:
            • Feels true to size

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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