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2008 Dakine Faction 1/4 Zip | Reviewed On: December 27, 2008
Gear Reviews>>Base Layers>>Mid-Weight>>Dakine Faction 1/4 ZipPRODUCT SUMMARY
By HotChocolate
THE GOOD
This mid-weight base layer is warm, soft and comfortable. It's really, really soft! It's really, really warm. And it's really, really comfortable. I also love the little pocket on the left hip!
THE BAD
1) There is nothing worse than zipper to chin contact. All it takes to make me happy is a little flap to cover the inside of the zipper where it will touch your face.
2) The Jade color is dangerously reminiscent of the 1980's. It's much brighter than online pictures suggest.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
As usual, Dakine has created a product that has great value. At only $50, it's a good choice for a day of skiing! I would wear it mostly on cold days (under 20 degrees F), otherwise it makes me overheat while hiking.
*If you are ordering online, lean toward a smaller size than you usually wear.
By HotChocolate
THE GOOD
This mid-weight base layer is warm, soft and comfortable. It's really, really soft! It's really, really warm. And it's really, really comfortable. I also love the little pocket on the left hip!
THE BAD
1) There is nothing worse than zipper to chin contact. All it takes to make me happy is a little flap to cover the inside of the zipper where it will touch your face.
2) The Jade color is dangerously reminiscent of the 1980's. It's much brighter than online pictures suggest.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
As usual, Dakine has created a product that has great value. At only $50, it's a good choice for a day of skiing! I would wear it mostly on cold days (under 20 degrees F), otherwise it makes me overheat while hiking.
*If you are ordering online, lean toward a smaller size than you usually wear.
OUR ADVICE
AVG USER ADVICE
Solid
AVG USER ADVICE
n/a
| DURABILITY | 4/5, washes well |
|---|---|
| FIT | 3/5, I would prefer a more shapely fit. |
| STYLE | 4/5, a nice looking fleece top! |
| FUNCTIONALITY | 4/5, warm and breathable, but no zipper cover, thumb loops or hood. |
| WARMTH | 5/5, warmer than you would expect! |
Gear Reviews>>Base Layers>>Mid-Weight>>Dakine Faction 1/4 Zip
PRODUCT SPECS
| AVG PRICE | $50.00 |
|---|---|
| MATERIALS | 100% Polyester Microfleece |
| AVAILABLE SIZES | S-XL |
| AVAILABLE COLORS | Black, Jade |
| HOOD? | No |
| CORE VENTING? | Yes, Side Stretch Panels and 1/4 zip |
| POCKETS | 1 small zippered on left hip |
| ANTI-MICROBIAL? | Yes, Aegis Microbe Shield |
| BEST USE | Any cold weather activity, including backcountry skiing |
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WOOL 1 T-SHI RT | Best in Test | $75.00 |
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