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Patagonia Capilene Midweight Zip-Neck Base Layer Top - Men's
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Stay cozy on chilly forest treks and snowy alpine adventures. An ideal choice for cool-weather quests, the men's Patagonia Capilene midweight zip-neck base layer top keeps you comfy on the move.
- Can be worn alone or under layers to stay dry and comfortable during high-exertion activities in cool-to-cold weather
- Capilene® Midweight fabric has a smooth face for easy layering, forgiving stretch and an internal diamond-grid pattern that rests lightly on the skin to trap warmth
- Hollow-core yarn construction increases wicking performance and speeds dry times
- HeiQ® Fresh antimicrobial treatment inhibits the growth of odor-causing bacteria on the fabric
- Raglan shoulder seams and full underarm gussets allow freedom of movement and minimize chafing; offset side seams lie smoothly under pack straps
- Long center-front zipper vents body heat and is backed by kissing welts for low-bulk comfort
- Elastic thumbholes add coziness and make layering a breeze
- Droptail hem; locker loop for hang-drying
- Fair trade certification promotes safe working conditions and sustainable livelihoods
Imported.
View the Patagonia Capilene Product LineView all Patagonia Men's Base Layer Tops| Best Use | Multisport |
|---|---|
| Shirt Type | Partial-zip |
| Fabric | Polyester |
| Moisture Wicking | Yes |
| Underwear Weight | Midweight |
| Sleeve Length | Long Sleeve |
| Thumbholes | Yes |
| Gender | Men's |
| Sustainability | Fair Trade Certified™ sewing Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria Contains recycled materials |
Patagonia Clothing - Men's
| XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | |
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| Chest | 33 | 35 | 37 | 40 | 44 | 47 | 50 | 56 | |||||||||||||
| Sleeve Length | 30 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | |||||||||||||
| Waist | 26 | 28 | 29-30 | 31-33 | 34-36 | 37-40 | 42-44 | 49 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 39 | 41 | 43 | 45 |
| Hip | 32 | 34 | 36 | 39 | 43 | 46 | 49 | 55 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41 | 42 | 43 | 45 | 47 | 49 | 51 |
| Inseam | 30 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
Inseam varies depending on style.
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Excellent
Goodin5 years ago
I wore this as my daily hiking shirt on my recent AT section hike and loved it. It is very comfortable and has great temperature regulation. If it got warm I would unzip all the way and roll up the sleeves and when it got cool I would zip up all the way and put the sleeves down and if it got cold I would put on a puffy over it. It kept me warm even during two days of non-stop rain in the 40's with just a rain jacket over it. I wore this for two days straight wet and I was still warm and comfortable, and it dried out faster than any of my other clothes. I was fine down into the 20's with just this shirt and a puffy. This is the perfect cool and cold weather base layer.
Goodin
Knoxville, TN
16 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
The fabric failed on both shirts within two months
Steve A3 years ago
I purchased two of these shirts (directly from Patagonia) on November 19th and by January 19th (after wearing each shirt fewer than five times), the fabric on both shirts is falling apart on the elbows (see the photo). FWIW, I a medium-size male and wear the shirts while skiing (under a Patagonia Nano Puff jacket). There is clearly a problem with the fabric.
Steve A
Salt Lake City, UT
21 people found this review helpful
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Goodin
Knoxville, TN
Excellent
5 years ago
I wore this as my daily hiking shirt on my recent AT section hike and loved it. It is very comfortable and has great temperature regulation. If it got warm I would unzip all the way and roll up the sleeves and when it got cool I would zip up all the way and put the sleeves down and if it got cold I would put on a puffy over it. It kept me warm even during two days of non-stop rain in the 40's with just a rain jacket over it. I wore this for two days straight wet and I was still warm and comfortable, and it dried out faster than any of my other clothes. I was fine down into the 20's with just this shirt and a puffy. This is the perfect cool and cold weather base layer.
Yes , I recommend this product
Joe on the Go
Durham, NC
Snug, Light, and Surprisingly Warm
4 years ago
I live in the Triangle area of NC, and this is a great top for doubling up with a long sleeve t-shirt on those colder morning runs. Having 2 layers definitely helps, but sometimes that can get really hot really fast. This is light enough that I don't overheat, but it still keeps me warm. The geometry is perfect for a fit body in motion. I also think this will be joining me for summer backpacking in the mountains where a little something is needed at night, but not a super heavy jacket. It is a tailored fit so keep that in mind when selecting the size. I am 5'9" 140lbs and went with the small, I would say I was right on the upper limit for that size.
Age:25–34
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'9"
Yes , I recommend this product
Steve A
Salt Lake City, UT
The fabric failed on both shirts within two months
3 years ago
I purchased two of these shirts (directly from Patagonia) on November 19th and by January 19th (after wearing each shirt fewer than five times), the fabric on both shirts is falling apart on the elbows (see the photo). FWIW, I a medium-size male and wear the shirts while skiing (under a Patagonia Nano Puff jacket). There is clearly a problem with the fabric.
No, I do not recommend this product
ViewMaster
Arizona
My new, absolute favorite, hiking shirt
4 years ago
My new, absolute favorite, hiking shirt. I backpack mostly in Arizona and, thanks to my complete lack of melanin, I NEED a sun hoody. This is the best sun shirt I've ever tried. It is cool in the sun, slightly warming when it cools off, dries really fast, blocks uv for me completely, is silky smooth against the skin, has a flexible use hood and thumb holes. It does everything I need it to do as my main hiking layer. The large fits me (m 6'1" 220 lb, 100 kg, long torso) loosely but close to the body. It layers well under a 100 weight midlayer or my active puffy. It's so comfortable that I actually wear it as lounge wear. I got the gray which looks really nice IRL.
Age:55–64
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:6'1"
Yes , I recommend this product
Doug Fir
Somerset CA
Soft Material Snags Easily
4 years ago
Pros: I trust Patagonia products. Good temperature regulation from cool to warm temps. Use it for trail running and hiking. Comfortable. Cons: Some of my running gear has velcro parts (belts, pouches). Sooooo, kiss that nice smooth surface on the R arm good bye! The soft exterior of this shirt SNAGS like you wouldn't believe, so I can't use it as a standalone top, or as a midlayer (use fleece as my midlayer). Disappointed in Patagonia. Glad the other reviewers like it.
Height:5'11"
Age:65–74
Weight:125–150 lbs.
No, I do not recommend this product
A7Dave
not Alaska.
Simply the best layering system there is.
5 years ago
I've been wearing Patagonia Capilene since it first came out. They have improved it over the years. It is absolutely the best there is. I wore a Patagonia capilene T-shirt, this Midweight zip neck and an R1 Zip neck under an insulated jacket during a fat bike race where the average temperature was -7F. Capilene wicked away all my perspiration and kept me warm.
Yes , I recommend this product
sdultimate
Deering, NH
Works as a great midlayer!
2 years ago
I got this baselayer top to wear as a midlayer for ultralight backpacking and I'm very happy with it! Instead of thumb holes in the sleeves, it has elastic loops, which I found easy to use. I love the Dark Borealis Green color. It's a perfect breathable layer for hiking. I got a men's instead of a women's because I have broad shoulders and didn't like the way the women's pulled against the back of my neck. I got the medium so that I could wear it over my hiking shirt.
Age:55–64
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'9"
Yes , I recommend this product
AZ hiker
Arizona
The perfect shirt
5 years ago
Fantastic for hiking - great for just about everything. I compared it to the less expensive REI shirt and am glad that I got this one. It is worth every penny. If I only had one shirt to wear, this would be the one.
Yes , I recommend this product
Russ88
Duluth, MN, United States
Multipurpose
5 years ago
Great for working out, hiking, snowsports, etc. Very impressed with this piece and the odor control as well. Wore for 4 days straight skiing and kept me warm at my core and seemed to keep the odor away
Yes , I recommend this product
Danny
Scottsdale, AZ
The details put it over the top
4 years ago
I use this for trail running on cold desert mornings that warm up quick and I need to be able to control how warm or cool my clothes are. With the sleeves rolled up and the zipper down, a lot of air gets in there and it doesn't fall off my shoulders, and the sleeves stay up. The material has this subtle honeycomb pattern that just feels like quality. On most of these zip-up, mock turtle neck tech shirts, there's a little flap of fabric on the inside of the zipper that keeps the zipper from touching your skin. This one has the same thing but the fabric comes from both sides and is in place the moment you zip it up without fussing with it. The thumbholes are really just strips of stretchy ribbon to hold the sleeves over the top of your hands. At first this seemed cheap and not as comfortable, but I realized it made it so I could put this under another layer with bonafide thumbholes without having a stack of fabric between my thumb and forefinger. The sleeves just slide right in without having to hold on to them as I put my jacket on. The ribbons also help putting on gloves with plenty of overlap to keep out the cold air. The material wicks sweat and stays dry, but that's the industry standard now. Any tech shirt that doesn't do that isn't worth your money. Sizing is accurate. I'm usually a size small and the small fits.
Age:35–44
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Yes , I recommend this product
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