Love this hoody. I hiked Herman Gulch the other day when it was 15 degrees and the R1 plus a base layer was all I needed to be warm but not overheat. It's nice and cozy to wear around town and doesn't look like a super technical piece. I've gotten a lot of compliments.
Good review! I like how you're showing the jacket throughout the video, instead of just sitting down. Including some close-ups would make it an even more interesting watch, I think. I have an Nano-Air Hoody, how does the R1 Air compare to this? Less warm and windresistant but more breathable? More durable?
Glad it was helpful! The R1 Air is definitely less warm and more breathable than the Nano Air. The Nano Air has synthetic insulation, while the R1 Air is a fleece. Two very different garments.
You may be (way) too young and missed the spruce/teal and plum colour craze in the early 90s outerwear. But I too saw the Patagonia new dark plum teal Retro Pile and bought one. Love the colour. Bought a Micro puff in it too. 🤘🏻. This is next on my list but the current colours blow.
Thanks for watching! I don’t use this for running in that temperature range, since it’s a bit too warm for me. I’m a huge fan of the Airshed Pro pullover for those temps.
What is the major differences between this and the regular r1 pullover hoody? Clearly the zipper, but is there a major difference to breathability or durability? How does the snugness of the hood compare? The images on the website my the regular r1 hood look very tight, but the r1 air doesn't look that tight in your video. Which one do you prefer for different activities like bouldering, skiing, sitting at home, etc?
I'm going to have a detailed comparison up soon, but the air is quite a bit more breathable, seems to be similar in fit, perhaps a bit looser. I'll be able to tell you exactly in the comparison wearing them back to back. The air is great for higher output activities, as the breathability is a factor there. I'm a pretty big fan of the regular R1. I use the air at home the most, and opt for the regular when outdoors more often. The crewneck is a tighter fit I have found, and I like that it doesn't have the zipper to get in the way. Overall, I'm not going get rid of my regular R1 any time soon.
@@almostadventurous no , the biggest difference is the weight, patagonia specifically branched from the regular R1 to the air to compete with other ultralight mid layers for backpacking and rock climbing folks
Depends on what you are using it for. It is a fairly slim piece so if you like it to be slim and want it to fit under other clothing then I would say order your regular size. If you want it looser then get a size up.
I’ll make a comprehensive video comparing the two soon, but for now the high level differences are R1 is a grid fleece, R1 Air has that zig zag pattern, R1 Air is more breathable, R1 is warmer.
@@Bloodtypecoffee if there is any kind of wind chill the R1 is warmer, when used as a midlayer or in an area with little to no wind the R1 Air is warmer. The R1 won’t pill, and is more snag resistant. The clingy fit and elastase outer makes it move easier under a jacket. The Air is a bit cozier feeling and looks less technical so it does better as an everyday winter sweater. It also dries faster and wicks better.
I agree with this so much. I find it not very useful at all. I'm sure it was for weight or money savings (or both) but if a pocket is unusable then why bother? The R3 of old has nice large chest pockets, I wish they went that route.
Hi, you noticed the r1 air stink or something? cause I saw in other reviews, they said the r1 air it's really stinky. another question, which one is more breathable the r1 air or r1 techface? perdón por el mal inglés.
¡Tu inglés es bueno! I have not noticed that with my R1 Air, though I haven't had the hoody for long. Here's an article by Patagonia with some tips and tricks to help get the smell out of polyester garments once they do start to smell: www.patagonia.com/stories/post-adventure/story-20743.html As far as breathability I would say the R1 Air is more breathable than the R1 Techface, hands down.
We'll see! I have read about some pilling from others who have an R1 Air. My R1 pullovers pill a very small amount, really depends on how you use it I'd guess. I'll post a few updates as I use it more.
I’ve had my olive green crew neck since the first batch years ago, it’s still very wearable in good company. I wash it very regularly & only hit it w a pill shaver occasionally, def not as much as a better sweater. I feared black would be too linty but I’ve had the black hoodie for at least two years of very regular use & the $10 shaver from Walmart brings it back. No regrets 👌🏽
There’s an updated Nano Air Light Hybrid, the Nano Air Light is a different product and unfortunately is discontinued. You can see reviews of both on this channel.
Love this hoody. I hiked Herman Gulch the other day when it was 15 degrees and the R1 plus a base layer was all I needed to be warm but not overheat. It's nice and cozy to wear around town and doesn't look like a super technical piece. I've gotten a lot of compliments.
Right on! I love Herman Gulch. Did you have to use snowshoes or is the trail packed enough by now?
@@almostadventurous just needed spikes. It was super icy in spots. Snow doesn't get deep until you're near the lake
Great review. Truly helped me decide. Thank you!
Glad I could help!
Good review! I like how you're showing the jacket throughout the video, instead of just sitting down. Including some close-ups would make it an even more interesting watch, I think.
I have an Nano-Air Hoody, how does the R1 Air compare to this? Less warm and windresistant but more breathable? More durable?
Glad it was helpful! The R1 Air is definitely less warm and more breathable than the Nano Air. The Nano Air has synthetic insulation, while the R1 Air is a fleece. Two very different garments.
You may be (way) too young and missed the spruce/teal and plum colour craze in the early 90s outerwear. But I too saw the Patagonia new dark plum teal Retro Pile and bought one. Love the colour. Bought a Micro puff in it too. 🤘🏻. This is next on my list but the current colours blow.
I was pretty young in the early 90s, but I was around for it!
Fantastic... Have you ever tried a paramo hoodie... I'm sure you'll be impressed...
Not yet!
Hugely informative. Do you use this for running? Is it too hot in 40-50f temps (with or without wind)?
I’m deciding between this or a wind shell
Thanks for watching! I don’t use this for running in that temperature range, since it’s a bit too warm for me. I’m a huge fan of the Airshed Pro pullover for those temps.
Great review! Ty
Thanks for watching!
What is the major differences between this and the regular r1 pullover hoody? Clearly the zipper, but is there a major difference to breathability or durability? How does the snugness of the hood compare? The images on the website my the regular r1 hood look very tight, but the r1 air doesn't look that tight in your video. Which one do you prefer for different activities like bouldering, skiing, sitting at home, etc?
I'm going to have a detailed comparison up soon, but the air is quite a bit more breathable, seems to be similar in fit, perhaps a bit looser. I'll be able to tell you exactly in the comparison wearing them back to back. The air is great for higher output activities, as the breathability is a factor there. I'm a pretty big fan of the regular R1. I use the air at home the most, and opt for the regular when outdoors more often. The crewneck is a tighter fit I have found, and I like that it doesn't have the zipper to get in the way. Overall, I'm not going get rid of my regular R1 any time soon.
@@almostadventurous no , the biggest difference is the weight, patagonia specifically branched from the regular R1 to the air to compete with other ultralight mid layers for backpacking and rock climbing folks
How should I decide on the sizing? Should it be tight or more relaxed fit?
Depends on what you are using it for. It is a fairly slim piece so if you like it to be slim and want it to fit under other clothing then I would say order your regular size. If you want it looser then get a size up.
Cheers mate 🤠👍
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Great video, thanks 👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
Glad you enjoyed it!
Is it a large or extra large,i like it los
Mine is a Medium. It does fit slim
R1 vs r1 air. Which is warmer and what are diffs?
I’ll make a comprehensive video comparing the two soon, but for now the high level differences are R1 is a grid fleece, R1 Air has that zig zag pattern, R1 Air is more breathable, R1 is warmer.
@@almostadventurous thanks. I read the air is actually warmer somewhere at rest. Not sure though
@@almostadventurous Any updates on the pros and cons between the R1 and R1 air? I’m trying to decide between the two. Thank you.
@@Bloodtypecoffee if there is any kind of wind chill the R1 is warmer, when used as a midlayer or in an area with little to no wind the R1 Air is warmer. The R1 won’t pill, and is more snag resistant. The clingy fit and elastase outer makes it move easier under a jacket. The Air is a bit cozier feeling and looks less technical so it does better as an everyday winter sweater. It also dries faster and wicks better.
its a good piece, but why did they make the breast pocket so small?
i have to use 2 hands to get my phone in and out. its very tight.
I agree with this so much. I find it not very useful at all. I'm sure it was for weight or money savings (or both) but if a pocket is unusable then why bother? The R3 of old has nice large chest pockets, I wish they went that route.
Hi, you noticed the r1 air stink or something? cause I saw in other reviews, they said the r1 air it's really stinky. another question, which one is more breathable the r1 air or r1 techface? perdón por el mal inglés.
¡Tu inglés es bueno! I have not noticed that with my R1 Air, though I haven't had the hoody for long. Here's an article by Patagonia with some tips and tricks to help get the smell out of polyester garments once they do start to smell: www.patagonia.com/stories/post-adventure/story-20743.html
As far as breathability I would say the R1 Air is more breathable than the R1 Techface, hands down.
What size do you have and how tall are you?
I have a size medium. I am 5'7" and 150 pounds. Fits me great!
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May I ask if it will be tight or loose when worn?
Will it pill？
We'll see! I have read about some pilling from others who have an R1 Air. My R1 pullovers pill a very small amount, really depends on how you use it I'd guess. I'll post a few updates as I use it more.
I’ve had my olive green crew neck since the first batch years ago, it’s still very wearable in good company. I wash it very regularly & only hit it w a pill shaver occasionally, def not as much as a better sweater. I feared black would be too linty but I’ve had the black hoodie for at least two years of very regular use & the $10 shaver from Walmart brings it back. No regrets 👌🏽
An updated Nano Air Light is now available, so not exactly “discontinued.”
There’s an updated Nano Air Light Hybrid, the Nano Air Light is a different product and unfortunately is discontinued. You can see reviews of both on this channel.
One of these days they’ll be selling a plastic bag with arm hole cutouts and call it a minimalist jacket - the MPJ1
I bet they already do somewhere!