Enlightened Equipment Torrid Synthetic Jacket vs Patagonia R1 TechFace Hoody
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Ultralight synthetic insulated jacket at 8 oz (227g) using continuous insulation sheet to prevent cold spots, reliable warmth when wet.
Full details →Stretch fleece hoody for active use in cold conditions.
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Enlightened Equipment Torrid Synthetic Jacket vs Patagonia R1 TechFace Hoody: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Enlightened Equipment Torrid Synthetic Jacket wins — at 227 g it is 113 g (33%) lighter than the Patagonia R1 TechFace Hoody (340 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest clothing - mid layer page, or browse the full gear weight database.