Featuring the world's most efficient moisture management system, the Smartwool NTS Midweight Bottoms for Women offers next to skin softness and a covered elastic waistband for all day comfort. Worn alone while chilling in yurt on a backcountry ski trip or layered up when on a grand traverse, the NTS Midweight Bottoms are a technical midlayer that will keep you warm when the temps are really low.
hi ordered these midweight bottoms to pair with the midweight crew neck top that i always wear on camping trips when it gets into the late fall and winter months in minnesota. i absolutely swear by the top and knew that the bottoms would more than likely live up to the same expectations and they do. when camping, i wear only these layers to bed in my sleeping bag and find myself warm enough to make it through the night on chilly fall/winter nights. i also wear both the top and bottoms under snow gear in the winter for snowshoeing and various other outdoor activities. they are well worth the cost and will last for years.
Pros Build quality, Lasts forever, Ease of use, warm as a baselayer or single layer
Made for runners who are looking for a more natural stride, the Merrell Women's Lithe Glove Barefoot Running Shoes stay true to barefoot ideals with a minimalist design. Made with a breathable fabric upper, these sleek shoes fit like a glove thanks to the Merrell Omni-Fit Lacing System. A thin midsole provides just enough cushion to protect your feet on any surface while the forefoot shock absorption plate distributes pressure and encourages you to run with a midfoot landing. These barefoot runners ditch the 5 Fingers toe design and utilize a Vibram Trail glove Sole, designed specifically for Merrell's glove shoe lineup. Flex your foot muscles and discover why less is more with the Merrell Lithe Glove Barefoot Running Shoes for women.
i first ordered the barefoot pace glove shoe and didn't feel that there was "enough" to the shoe to make it worthwhile. i decided instead to order these and i absolutely love them. the first day, i went for my usual 5k run and they felt great. i have been running in the vibriam five fingers for a couple of years and wanted something without the individual toes that mimics the feel of barefoot running. these definitely lived up to their name. i also just love to wear comfy shoes that connect me to the ground i am walking on, so i wear these for everyday activities such as work, walks, hikes, quick jogs. i am excited to try them for longer runs in the future as well. i have the dark shadow color and i really love them. they stay fairly clean as well, which is nice for maintenance.
Pros fits true to size, comfortable, color choices, good for a variety of activities and everyday.
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Women's Girona Board Shorts
Buttery soft and super stretchy, the additional length of the Women's Patagonia Girona Board Shorts provides extra protection from sun, chafe, and salt rash. A snap fly with flat tie closure offers a secure fit no matter how punishing the pounding. Zippered welted pocket on hem has drain hole and key loop. At once hip and modest, Patagonia's longest boardies are offered in sweet hues with contrasting color panels.
i was really looking forward to these shorts as my summer "go to" shorts. i spend a lot of time hiking and doing other outdoor activities that involve a variety of temperatures and a variety of water. i bought these, thinking they would be perfect but i was disappointed with their lack of comfort. they may just fit me strangely, but i typically love patagonia pants and shorts. i wish there would have been a back pocket and a more comfortable fabric. possibly my first patagonia purchase that i returned due to discomfort. i'll have to keep searching.
The cool-wearing Women's Tranquila Leggings from Patagonia walk with you through your daily routine with easy-going pura vida. Soft and breathable, the formfitting Tranquilas are made from sturdy organic cotton blended with spandex for mobility. The low-rise shaped waistband is wide and flat and sits snugly on the hips. Inseam (size M) is 32".
i purchased these as a summer layer for camping and i love them. i don't typically wear leggings around just plain, but these are great. they are soft and comfortable and really great for road trips. i have found myself grabbing for these leggings over sweatpants at times and they remind me to stay in good shape...ha.
Pros soft., fits true to size., grey color is great., thin enough to fit under shorts or skirts.
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Women's Borderless Pants
From talus hopping to curb skipping, the Patagonia Borderless Pants - Women's covers a universe of directional latitudes and life-is-full attitudes. Providing excellent airflow and 40-UPF sun protection, the Borderless Pant is recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program, and features two front, two back, one thigh and a hidden zip-security pocket for convenient essential stashing. Designed in nylon with a touch of spandex fabric, this regular rise pant includes a gusseted crotch and partially elasticized waistband for exceptional mobility.
flexible enough for mountain top gymnastics and yoga.
i struggle with hiking pants cause i never think they are comfortable and i hate the zip off and all the stuff on lots of them...these are simplistic and perfect. i have thoroughly enjoyed them in warm weather, cold weather and rainy weather. i've been hiking and kayaking in them and they have stood up to all tasks very well. the little leg pocket is super convenient for maps and small treats without being bulky. i love that one of back pockets zips in order to keep things secure. the double button at the waist is super nice too. i have the grey color and i love them...the hide the mud and dirt well.
Pros Great design, Build quality, Performance, Ease of use, water resistant
Patagonia's lightest running shoe, the Patagonia Women's Tsali Trail Running Shoe takes fleet-footedness to the next level. Whether pacing yourself along the Cascade Crest 100 or cruising the Ozette-Cape Alava boardwalk loup, the Tsali weighs in at just 16-ounces of foot inspiring mobility. This running shoe features a gender-specific, anatomical trail running shape that is reinforced with an X-Dynamic lacing system and internal support construction for a precise, secure foot fit over varied terrain. Its breathable air mesh upper is DWR-treated (Durable Water Repellent) for a dry foot, has microfiber reinforcements to enhance support, and protective rubber at the toe and sidewall for added durability. This Patagonia footwear also incorporates an anatomical, perforated footbed (20% recycled EVA) that supports, cushions and molds to the contour of your foot, a gender-specific, Dupont foam supportive footframe, multi-density sticky rubber outsole, and reflective webbing and heel that give high visibility for post-sunset cruising.
i purchased a pair of these last summer and when they arrived, i was disappointed that they did not fit and the color was a little more dull than i originally anticipated (pumice). i returned them, but continued to keep them on my shopping list as a "would enjoy" item if there were the correct size. just a couple of weeks ago, i was given some money as a present and i knew exactly what i wanted...these shoes. i was able to find them again and this time, i ordered the black and bright blue color in a size 8.5 instead of a 9. they arrived and i immediately fell in love with them. they are comfortable for a whole day on my feet. the toe box is roomy, but i definitely feel that the shoe is well constructed and doesn't cause my feet to cramp. i am a big supported of patagonia as they make everything in the US and use the common threads program as well, so i will always recommend them to anyone.
Pros stylish, technical, comfy for all day endeavors
so, these basically make me think "i almost forgot." they literally are the best thing since i started purchasing patagonia underwear a few years ago. i have always loved the patagonia active hipster and decided to try these and love them. i may not even go back to the regular version cause i like these so much. they are very thin and very comfortable to the point that i forget i am wearing them. please try for yourself.
Pros Great design, Performance
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Women's TKA 100 Pant
Warm up your winter shell pants or comfortably chill out at apres ski with The North Face TKA 100 Pant. This soft and cuddly lightweight fleece offering is a perfect fit for women looking for mobile microfleece that won't overheat. Unlike other pants that assert "performance" characteristics, The North Face TKA 100 Pant has a special woven design that resists pilling and fading long after other cheap garments cut and run. The relaxed fit makes the TKA 100 Pant easy to pull over silkweight base layers and other garments. The lightweight design is excellent for skiing, hiking, camping and other cool weather outdoor activities.
i wear these pants almost everyday. i have a black pair and a gray pair and i have even given some as christmas or birthday presents. i love them. they keep me warm in both alaska and minnesota and they are extremely comfortable. the pocket is also great as i use these pants to do everything from sleeping to running errands (cause they are not patterned and just look like black fleece pants) and the pocket hold my cell and some cash. i have had them for over a 2 years now and i never tire of them and they never seem worn out. love.
Pros Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Performance, Ease of use, Great value, the list goes on.
Whether you are old enough to remember the early fleece or not, the Patagonia Classic Retro-X Jacket for women is the modern equivalent. Its fuzzy exterior plush may be reminiscent of Patagonia's first fleece products, but inside, this fleece jacket is fully up to date. The windproof lining makes the Classic Retro-X worthy of bitter cold and windy days on the mountain and in town. Quilted Supplex nylon panels run down the sides and sleeves help to reduce bulk and add durability. It's a favorite for the daily commute and, talk about warm, the Retro-X really delivers when worn under your favorite shell for a day of skiing or riding. To top it all off, the Patagonia Classic Retro-X Jacket for women is made using Synchilla fleece derived from recycled soda bottles, unusable fabric seconds and worn out polyester garments.
i literally wear this jacket almost everyday. i am a lover of jackets, especially patagonia, but this one beats them all and i choose it everyday over all the others. i bought this jacket almost 2 years ago and while i've wanted more (different colors and who doesn't want a new patagonia jacket), i just cannot bring myself to purchase another when this one has been so faithful and has held up so well. i lived in alaska for the past three years and just moved back to northern minnesota and it's a true friend in both places. i find it to be extremely comfortable. i am a huge pocket used and i appreciate the way that the pockets zip in order to protect my keys and wallet (i'm not a purse user). my sister didn't have a winter jacket last year when i was staying with her in minnesota, so she borrowed it the entire time and i may have convinced her to get her own for this winter. it's a perfect jacket for those rather chilly summer nights, the perfect early fall morning/evening jacket, everyday all day fall jacket and i would even go as far to say that this could be a winter jacket indeed (unless playing in the snow, you may want something waterproof. i typically wear xs in patagonia. i tried this on with another bulky patagonia snap t fleece underneath it and decided that since i am always cold and an avid "layer-er" i would go with the small. i go back and forth still wanting the xs at times, but for the most part it's perfecto. i have the north sea color from a couple years ago and i really wish they would make that color again cause then i really might buy it again. ok, you should buy it.
Pros Great design, Build quality, Lasts forever, Performance, Ease of use, Great value, it's just cozy and fantastic.
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Women's Capra Jacket
At the end of an icy alpine ascent with one rappel and eight miles of skiing left to go, this is the fleece you dream about. Made from lightweight, compact and cozy 100% Polartec polyester, the Capra features a cablelike texture that adds loft and warmth. The double-fleece collar has a three-button closure; the full-front zip is covered by a wind flap. Handwarmer pockets. Hip length.
Featuring the world's most efficient moisture management system, the Smartwool NTS Midweight Bottoms for Women offers next to skin softness and a covered elastic waistband for all day comfort. Worn alone while chilling in yurt on a backcountry ski trip or layered up when on a grand traverse, the NTS Midweight Bottoms are a technical midlayer that will keep you warm when the temps are really low.
i am 5'5'', 120 lbs and i have the medium in these. i think they are perfect, but our builds could be different even with height and weight similarities. i typically wear a size 4-6 or medium in most pant brands.