Patagonia Nano-Air Hooded Jacket – Women’s

We’ve read the reviews across the web for the Patagonia Nano-Air Hooded Jacket – Women’s and summarize the results below:

Universal Ranking

PeakScore: 78 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.1 stars 
Expert Rating: 3.5 stars

Number of Ratings Reviewed: 77

Pros & Cons

Reasons to buy:

User Reviews

  • Warm and breathable, even during high intensity physical activities.
  • Versatile, can be worn for many different situations.
  • Good mid-layer.
  • Soft comfortable feel.

Expert Reviews

  • Breathable with a wide range of thermoregulation.
  • Jackets are stylish and come in a variety of colors.
  • Softness is unparalleled.
  • Can protect against light precipitation but anything more and the jacket wets out.
  • Good insulation without overheating. It especially performs well during cold weather high intensity activities.

Reasons NOT to buy:

User Reviews

  • Straight torso can cause the fit to look boxy.
  • High price tag.
  • Jacket can run small and be short on the torso.

Expert Reviews

  • Little to no wind resistance.
  • Can be too warm in mild conditions.
  • Hood too short to fit around a helmet.
  • Doesn’t pack down easily.
  • Won’t keep electronics warm and protected within the pockets.

Summary:

The Patagonia Nano-Air Hooded Jacket for women is one of the most versatile synthetic insulated jackets on the market, praised for its comfort and breathability. The jacket can block against light precipitation but wets-out in prolonged exposure to rain or snow and doesn’t block wind very well. While the soft fabric adds to its comfort, it can also cause the jacket to break down more quickly than its counterparts. Overall, the jacket is popular among those looking to stay warm and comfortable during high intensity cold weather activities.

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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web, including here: 1, 2.