Montane Protium Lite Hooded Fleece vs Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Lightweight fleece at 261g. 35% lighter fabric than standard Protium with Thermo Grid Lite.
Full details →Superlight insulated hoody using PlumaFill synthetic insulation for warmth when wet. Water-resistant and highly compressible, ideal as a layering piece or stand...
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Montane Protium Lite Hooded Fleece vs Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Montane Protium Lite Hooded Fleece wins — at 261 g it is 33 g (11%) lighter than the Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody (294 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.