Women Patagonia Womens Capilene Midweight Bottoms

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The classic, go-anywhere all-around baselayer, made with 100% recycled content. The smooth, soft face makes for easy layering; hollow-core yarns and a diamond-grid back trap warm air, wick moisture and dry fast. HeiQ Fresh durable odor control keeps things fresh.

Patagonia says: 

A classic, all-around 100% recycled polyester baselayer. The smooth, soft face makes for easy layering. Hollow-core yarns and a diamond-grid back trap warm air, wick moisture and dry fast. HeiQ® Pure odor control keeps things fresh. Fair Trade Certified™ sewn.

Our Verdict

Patagonia’s Capilene Midweight Bottoms are a synthetic baselayer with high wicking and fast drying capabilities. They have an athletic fit with offset, flat-locked seams so they are comfortable to wear during high intensity activities for prolonged periods. A great trail running, hill walking or mountain biking piece.

The small grid design on the underside of the fabric creates warmth and increases breathability while the smooth finish on the outside provides a slick finish. A locker loop for drying is a nice additional touch. Patagonia have updated this garment by switching to a 100% recycled Polyester fabric. They have also moved their odour protection from Polygiene to HeiQ® Fresh Tech which is considered to be more sustainable.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Smooth, soft face makes for easy layering; HeiQ® Pure odor control keeps things fresh
• Soft, brushed, fast-drying elastic is sewn into wide waistband for added next-to-skin comfort and improved fit; locker loop for hang drying
• Diamond-grid pattern next to skin provides superior warmth, breathability and moisture-wicking performance
• Gusseted crotch for comfort and unimpeded mobility
• Functional fly and flatlock seams to minimize chafing
• Stretch for added comfort and improved fit during movement
• Fair Trade Certified™ sewn, which means the people who made it earned a premium for their labor

Specifications

• XSmall (UK 08) weighs: 135g
• Small (UK 10) weighs: 140g
• Medium (UK 12) weighs: 149g
• Large (UK 14) weighs: 158g

Material & Construction

• 4.3-oz (147-g) 100% recycled polyester diamond-grid double knit with HeiQ® Pure odor control. Fabric is certified as bluesign® approved. Fair Trade Certified™ sewn

Help & advice:

• The Ultimate Guide to Lightweight Baselayers
• Recycled Content in Outdoor Gear