Starting with crisp fall evenings and lasting through spindrift-blasted belays and backcountry hut tours cold-weather outings call for top-level insulation. The R3 is our warmest nonlaminated (thus more breathable) fleece with a technical design that excels alone or under a shell. The dense velour face helps stop wind while the superplush grid interior soothes and adds wicking and warmth. Offset shoulder seams allow for pack-wearing comfort. Glued-in pockets: two zippered handwarmers and one chest. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

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