Patagonia Capilene Midweight Crew vs Smartwool Merino 150 Base Layer Long Sleeve

Patagonia Capilene Midweight Crew vs Smartwool Merino 150 Base Layer Long Sleeve: which should you buy?

If saving weight is your priority, the Smartwool Merino 150 Base Layer Long Sleeve wins — at 150 g it is 35 g (19%) lighter than the Patagonia Capilene Midweight Crew (185 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.

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