Is the R1 Air warm enough on its own?

For cool, active days yes. In deep cold or when standing still, it works best under a shell or heavier jacket.

How does it compare with the classic R1?

The R1 Air is lighter, more breathable and faster drying. The classic R1 is denser and warmer with more wind resistance.

It runs slim. Most buyers stay with their usual size for a base layer and size up to wear it over a shirt.

No. It is a breathable fleece midlayer, so wind passes through and light rain soaks in. Pair it with a shell.

Climbing, hiking, ski touring and cycling, anywhere you sweat in the cold and need a layer that breathes.

Yes. Wash cold and tumble low or hang dry to limit pilling.

At Backcountry, for $199.00, as of our latest check.

2 stores we checked sell it, including Backcountry, Patagonia.

$199.00at BackcountryChecked 8 h ago

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