Patagonia Nano-Air Ultralight Full-Zip Hoody vs Patagonia R1 Fleece Hoody
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Ultralight active insulation hoody with 20g FullRange insulation. 254g (men's medium). Minimal weight layering piece for variable mountain days.
Full details →Highly breathable grid fleece hoody from 100% recycled polyester. Ideal for high-output activities in cold and variable conditions. Men's medium.
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Patagonia Nano-Air Ultralight Full-Zip Hoody vs Patagonia R1 Fleece Hoody: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Patagonia Nano-Air Ultralight Full-Zip Hoody wins — at 254 g it is 52 g (17%) lighter than the Patagonia R1 Fleece Hoody (306 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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