Patagonia  Capilene Cool Trail Shirt - Men's

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Stay cool and comfortable when you're biking or hiking hard with the next-to-skin softness and all-day moisture-wicking, quick-drying performance of the men's Patagonia Capilene Cool Trail shirt.

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Features

  • Capilene® feels like cotton yet performs with the wicking efficiency of polyester
  • 100% polyester spun jersey has a soft hand, light weight and HeiQ® Fresh durable fabric odor control
  • Set-in sleeves and underarm gussets enhance mobility and provide chafe-free comfort
  • Supple crewneck wicks moisture and glides smoothly over skin
  • Internal locker loop for easy hanging
  • Tagless design won't irritate your skin
  • Clean, snag-free woven label on the front hem
  • bluesign® approved product means the company took deliberate steps to reduce negative impacts on the health of the environment, workers and wearer
  • Fair Trade Certified™ sewing means this was made in a Fair Trade approved facility, which promotes safe working conditions and sustainable livelihoods

Imported.

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Trail Running

Hiking

Fitness

Shirt Type

T-shirt

Fabric

Recycled polyester (bluesign® approved)

Moisture Wicking

Yes

Quick Drying

Yes

Sleeve Length

Short Sleeve

Hood

No

Gender

Men's

Weight

5.3 ounces

Sustainability

Contains recycled materials

Fair Trade Certified™ sewing

Product meets the bluesign® criteria

Size Chart

Patagonia Clothing - Men's
XXSXSSMLXLXXLXXXL28293031323334353638404244
Chest3335374044475056
Sleeve Length3032333335363738
Waist262829-3031-3334-3637-4042-444929303132333435363739414345
Hip323436394346495535363738394041424345474951
Inseam3031313233333333313131323232333333333333

Sizing Notes

Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.

Inseam varies depending on style.

Reviews
87 reviews with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars

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36 out of 51 (71%) reviewers recommend this product

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Most Helpful Favorable Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars
Comfortable, sturdy, and well-crafted update
Dakota Expat
5 years ago
Like its predecessors (the 2019 cool trail, and the Nine Trails before that), this 2020 iteration has all the ingredients for a warm weather t-shirt (and a cooler weather undershirt) perfect for trail walking or running, hitting the espresso bar or the pub afternoons and evenings, or just hanging alone or with friends in the yard. Each shirt in the series has been a necessity for me and I have appreciated the progressive improvements in materials and design through the 3 generations that I'm aware of. This latest retains that feel of that favorite relaxed, worn cotton, t-shirt you never wanted to part from -- with the advantage of not having to take the break-in time that got you so in love with it. For me, this shirt reached that peak of perfection after just 2 or 3 washings but with the advantage over the classic weather beaten cotton of having a lot of wear miles left. The weave is thin (but not see through -- your more unfortunate tatoos, if you have them, won't show) and breathable cool so you feel the air; the fabric is gratifyingly sturdy and holds its shape. No shrinkage that I noticed; the collar keeps its shape; the colors stay vibrant (I'm especially taken with the superior blue and the black, both of which shades were not available in this rich, deeply saturated color in earlier versions). I'm 6'2" and 190 lbs and I favor the XL for hiking and hanging out; I like the roomier feel in the sleeves and still have some definition in the chest, though the material isn't stretched across it. Comes down to just graze the top of my blue jean pockets in the back. I also have one of these in the L, tighter all around (more like a slim cut), especially on the arms; I use that for bike riding and the gym. I would say the sizing of this 2020 version is just a bit more generous than the earlier ones of the same category (XL, L, etc.), but not wildly different. The drape is perfect: not boxy, not binding, just that perfect balance of flow and fit. Highly recommended & I'll definitely be buying more.
Dakota Expat
Ann Arbor, MI
19 people found this review helpful

Most Helpful Critical Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5 stars
Not Like Previous Year Model
Joe B AZ
5 years ago
I bought this shirt a year ago and called ahead of time to ask if it was the same shirt even though it at had a new style number. They said it was just different colors. I bought two, they arrived, and sure enough the newer version is not the same at all. Very scratchy, thin, see through fabric. Previous model was soft, equally breathable, and fit very nice. I am returning the two newer ones I bought and found someone online who is selling the previous years version.
Joe B AZ
AZ
32 people found this review helpful

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SkyMall
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Survived the AT

4 years ago

I wore this shirt for my 2020 Appalachian Trail thru-hike and loved it. I did have to switch from a large to a medium at about the mid-point due to weight loss. I wore a large to start and was 220 lbs. I switched to a medium when I was about 180 lbs. These shirts were my base layer every single day of my hike and and neither developed any tears or holes. There may be a bit of a permastink issue after 3 months of daily wear with only weekly laundry, but if one shirt can get me 1000+ miles, I think it's worth it. Shirt is comfortable with good wicking. It's not the fastest drying shirt I've ever had, but doesn't stay soaked either.

Height:5'11"
Age:25–34
Weight:275–300 lbs.
Yes , I recommend this product

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Dave
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars

Patagonia fail

3 years ago

Wore mine with a backpack and it started pilling after only one use. Will definitely be returning.

Height:6'1"
No, I do not recommend this product

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Joe B AZ
Arizona
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars

Not Like Previous Year Model

5 years ago

I bought this shirt a year ago and called ahead of time to ask if it was the same shirt even though it at had a new style number. They said it was just different colors. I bought two, they arrived, and sure enough the newer version is not the same at all. Very scratchy, thin, see through fabric. Previous model was soft, equally breathable, and fit very nice. I am returning the two newer ones I bought and found someone online who is selling the previous years version.

No, I do not recommend this product
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kdub3160
West Jefferson, NC
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars

Good shirt but it pills

4 years ago

I bought two of these for hiking in warm conditions. It's very soft and comfortable to wear. I'm a tall guy with long arms and the sleeves felt short on my arms while moving around. I felt like I kept having to pull them down while hiking. The shirt did dry very fast after it got wet with sweat and or rain. I got home after wearing the shirt on a weekend long hike and I noticed it was pilling pretty bad on the lower back and shoulders from light rubbing of my pack. It looks like little lint balls all over in these spots. I thought it might be that shirt and tried the other shirt and same result... Maybe if you are using this shirt for running it'd be great, but hiking with a pack on will pill up this shirt bad. Was thinking about using for a thru hike but I'd worry about rubbing a hole in the lower back after a few hundred miles.

Height:6'3"
Age:25–34
Weight:225–250 lbs.
No, I do not recommend this product
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Tcbranger
Damascus, VA
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars

Great shirt.....with bonus feature

4 years ago

Great hiking shirt, wicks sweat, dries pretty fast and is super comfortable. Bonus feature: Retains stink like no other and is impossible to get out. I soaked it for 30 minutes in hospital bed and fabric odor destroyer, seriously, I got it from a nurse that works at the hospital. It was fine for two days, but the perma stink returned unphased by the chemical onslaught. I wore a similar shirt (no longer made) for 16 years by a different manufacturer and it never stank. Other than smelling like a run down boxing gym locker room...it’s great.

Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'9"
Yes , I recommend this product

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Outdoor Eyedoc
TN
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

My Everyday Shirt

5 years ago

I have 3 of the prior design and material of this short and this one seems outright better. While I love my older model shirts they did seem to pill and breakdown somewhat after a few wears. Still love them but they don’t look as nice. This newer design seems like it’s going to last a lot longer in a nicer state. I’ve already gotten one in gray and one in black and plan on getting more!

Yes , I recommend this product
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rmmmm42
Indiana
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars

Decent shirt, but heavy pilling after 6mo

3 years ago

I've worn this shirt primarily for hiking and it does a decent job of wicking moisture and drying quickly when it gets wet. The fit is also nice. My primary complaint is that this shirt started pilling heavily after 6 months whereas my Patagonia Capilene Daily shirts have not. I followed the cleaning instructions and line dry the shirt, but the pilling still happened. This has been my most disappointing Patagonia purchase.

Age:25–34
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'9"
No, I do not recommend this product

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climbhikerun16
Santa Clara
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars

this shirt is sheer

3 years ago

Bought this thinking it was a replacement of the discontinued Patagonia Capilene Baselayer. This is the hiking version and listed as “cooling”. The shirt is sheer. You can see your nipples underneath when you’re hiking. Might suit some peoples fancy.

Height:5'3"
Age:25–34
Weight:125–150 lbs.
No, I do not recommend this product

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Dakota Expat
Ann Arbor, MI
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Comfortable, sturdy, and well-crafted update

5 years ago

Like its predecessors (the 2019 cool trail, and the Nine Trails before that), this 2020 iteration has all the ingredients for a warm weather t-shirt (and a cooler weather undershirt) perfect for trail walking or running, hitting the espresso bar or the pub afternoons and evenings, or just hanging alone or with friends in the yard. Each shirt in the series has been a necessity for me and I have appreciated the progressive improvements in materials and design through the 3 generations that I'm aware of. This latest retains that feel of that favorite relaxed, worn cotton, t-shirt you never wanted to part from -- with the advantage of not having to take the break-in time that got you so in love with it. For me, this shirt reached that peak of perfection after just 2 or 3 washings but with the advantage over the classic weather beaten cotton of having a lot of wear miles left. The weave is thin (but not see through -- your more unfortunate tatoos, if you have them, won't show) and breathable cool so you feel the air; the fabric is gratifyingly sturdy and holds its shape. No shrinkage that I noticed; the collar keeps its shape; the colors stay vibrant (I'm especially taken with the superior blue and the black, both of which shades were not available in this rich, deeply saturated color in earlier versions). I'm 6'2" and 190 lbs and I favor the XL for hiking and hanging out; I like the roomier feel in the sleeves and still have some definition in the chest, though the material isn't stretched across it. Comes down to just graze the top of my blue jean pockets in the back. I also have one of these in the L, tighter all around (more like a slim cut), especially on the arms; I use that for bike riding and the gym. I would say the sizing of this 2020 version is just a bit more generous than the earlier ones of the same category (XL, L, etc.), but not wildly different. The drape is perfect: not boxy, not binding, just that perfect balance of flow and fit. Highly recommended & I'll definitely be buying more.

Yes , I recommend this product
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docbonk
Bergen, NJ
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

great shirt

5 years ago

The cool trail is a little thicker than the cool daily and it's much softer. This is a great hiking option due to feel of the material. It's like a original cap 1 but better. Also, common sense alert. The shirt is sized like a slimmer fitted type shirt so if you don't want your nipples sticking through or the neck to be to tight, order one size up.

Yes , I recommend this product
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