Patagonia R4 Jacket - Women's

Julie - 2009-03-20

warm and cozy
This jacket has made skiing a lot more comfortable and warm. It is not bulky and I only wear a base layer under it and a shell over it. Well worth the cost.

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Dara - 2009-02-22

Very cozy and warm.
I love this jacket. It is very cozy and warm. I mistakenly bought an extra large after reading reviews on how it ran small, and it was too large and puckered out in the back by the underarms. the jacket is true to size and I don't think you need to buy one size up. That being said it is very warm and blocks the wind well.

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Anonymous - 2009-01-01

women's R4 - great base layer or alone
love the R4 as a layer for skiing. Also wear it alone most days jaunting around Seattle. Warm, soft, fits great...and for once, the sleeves are long enough!

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Julie - 2009-03-20

warm and cozy
This jacket has made skiing a lot more comfortable and warm. It is not bulky and I only wear a base layer under it and a shell over it. Well worth the cost.

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Dara - 2009-02-22

Very cozy and warm.
I love this jacket. It is very cozy and warm. I mistakenly bought an extra large after reading reviews on how it ran small, and it was too large and puckered out in the back by the underarms. the jacket is true to size and I don't think you need to buy one size up. That being said it is very warm and blocks the wind well.

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Anonymous - 2009-01-01

women's R4 - great base layer or alone
love the R4 as a layer for skiing. Also wear it alone most days jaunting around Seattle. Warm, soft, fits great...and for once, the sleeves are long enough!

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Anonymous - 2008-11-05

Women's R4
Love it. It's not too short (which many jackets are as I have a long body), it is really warm and cozy and was softer than I expected considering it's windproof. I returned the Lightweight R4 for this and am glad I did. Although the fit of the Lightweight seemed more feminine, it just did not keep me warm. I run cold so I wear this all the time!!

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Kevin Lee - 2008-01-18

The Best Fleece Jacket
The windblocker laminate works great, and the jacket is toasty warm, ultra comfy as well as stylish looking.

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Fia - 2007-12-06

love it
This jacket is great as a warming layer for skiing or by itself. By far the best buy in a long time.

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Gen - 2007-02-27

Women's Patagonia R4
Warm. Love the wind-blocking power. So comfy I could easily take a nap in it!

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Kristen - 2007-01-17

great length and fit
This jacket fits great and hits right at the hip for a flaterring length. A lot dressier look in person.

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Krystal - 2006-11-01

women's R4 jacket
The jacket is great! It came so quickly and again, ordering from ALtrec was easy and a wonderful product was delivered.

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Michael - 2006-05-09

Must Have
I bought my wife this one at a great price b/c she was always wearing mine at football games or when we are out side with our friends. Jacket keeps you very warm and is a great investment

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amy - 2006-04-24

love it!
It's cut to fit a woman's body. Long sleeves. Won't expose your midriff when you raise your arms. Medium to heavy weight fleece. Breathable and best of all, completely windproof! Wish I would have bought this before any of my other fleece coats!!

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Yoshie - 2005-10-05

I like it.
This is the best fleece I've ever owned! Arigatou-gozaimasu!!!

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Emily Mathews - 2005-03-12

It can even warm me in Boston!
Starting off with the con's, I agree with many of you: the jacket is especially tight in the armpits and the arms. I like to wear hoodies over a tee shirt during the winter, and the arms are borderline too tight when I add that layer. It actually makes it very difficult to look at my watch. Otherwise, it is wonderful. Full sized pockets fit a lot of things, and it has really stood the warmth and wind test of the New England winter that doesn't seem to end...

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Anonymous - 2005-03-09

very warm and stylish
Great fleece!

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Anonymous - 2005-03-06

Great jacket!
This jacket is all-purpose and great for casual days on the town, but also great for camping, hiking, etc in cold weather. A must have.

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dana - 2005-03-05

best fleece i've owned
doesn't get much better than this. i had a north face basic fleece and this doesn't even compare. it also stays looking nicer longer. good in the wind.

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Valentin - 2005-03-02

Very warm and light weight
It is a great jacket, very warm, and soft, beautifully detailed, and beautiful color, and high quality materials and workmanship. It is very light and ideal for trips were packing space is a premium. This jacket is a great shell for high altitude climbing. If you are planning in getting one, I'm sure you will enjoy it for many years to come. Regards, V.

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Anonymous - 2005-02-28

Keeps you toasty and fits well
I am loving this jacket - it really keeps me warm, and the fit is just right. It is not the type of jacket where you can bundle up with a bulky sweatshirt/sweater, but you won't really need to cause it keeps you toasty already. The contour fit is flattering, and the fabric is nice and soft to touch. I wish Patagonia offered more color options - I would really go for an olive/forest green or maroon red...and I also wish they provided inside pockets to the jacket. Aside from that, I am very happy with my purchase.

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Anonymous - 2005-02-18

GREAT
I love the Patagonia R4. Like some of you I wasn't sure wheter or not to spend the money, but I did and I LOVE IT. It is the best investment I have ever made in a jacket. It is windproof. I Live in Michigan and this is basically the only jacket I use. It is so warm!!

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Anonymous - 2005-02-05

Perfect- a must have
Perfect coat. It fits a bit snug but holds in the heat like an oven.

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Anonymous - 2005-01-28

Love it!
Love it!

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Rebecca Parker - 2005-01-18

Great jacket for the outdoors!!
What a terrific jacket! It is functional and looks great too.

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Anonymous - 2004-11-20

It is so warm! I love this coat.
This coat is so warm and cute! I wear it all the time. It is warm enough for the winter, yet so light.

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Chris - 2004-11-15

Runs small
Awesome fleece. I'm told it is extremely warm and comfortable (was a present). Jacket looks great, but note that it runs a little small. PS Altrec online customer service was great. Switched my shipping preference no problem. Thanks.

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Anonymous - 2004-11-13

A great jacket at a great price!
I was unsure which jacket to order and I am glad I chose the one I did. It is warm, nice looking, and repels the wind effectively. It is amazing how warm it is even though it is lightweight and therefore not cumbersome. My sister wants one too and I have received many complements on it. I would heartily recommend it to anyone.

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Anonymous - 2004-11-09

very very very Goooood! ^^*
Very very very Goooood!

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Anonymous - 2008-09-17

Super warm fleece!
Great looking fleece, almost too warm, but I haven't worn it in weather below freezing yet! I am convinced it will keep me comfortable throughout ski season and winter. My only criticism is the collar, it seems a little obtrusive around my chin.

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Mike - San Francisco - 2006-05-23

Warm jacket... fit too tight and short
I purchased the Women's version of the R4 for my girlfriend, after being so satisfied with the mens version. Both R4's are the warmest fleece that we both have worn and we like that a great deal about the jacket. Unfortunately, the women's version is much more form fitting and a lot shorter in length then the men's version. So much so, that my girlfriend that is a petite small needed to order a medium just to get something that fit comfortably! These jackets are intended for outdoor activities,and should allow the freedom of movement while hiking that the men's version does. Yes, the form fitting does "look good" but my girlfriend would have prefered a few extra inches in length... In checking, it looks like Pentagonia might have corrected this with their newer version of the jacket (which they advertise as a relaxed fit). Overall, a great, warm fleece jacket, but order a size larger!

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Sara - 2006-05-17

I love my fleece!
This fleece is warm and insulated. It fit a little smaller than I expected and shed on my clothes a little bit the first few times I wore it.

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Anonymous - 2006-04-16

Very warm, but not the most comfortable
the jacket is very warm, and is great in the cold if you are not doing anything too strenuous. If you are, it's a bit sweaty since it's not as breathable as regular fleece. Also, it's not very stretchy and I find the centaur cuffs annoying to get off, so it loses a point for comfort.

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tammy - 2006-03-07

warm and cozy even in the wind
When i first got my jacket I was ready to send it back because of the tightness in the armpits. But I decided to wait and wear it a few times. True, its still snug...but 2weeks later Im still wearing it. You can only wear a thin shirt with it, but really thats all i need. Ive wore it in 25mph winds at 20 degrees and been plenty toasty. No wind gets in, unless you have a pocket open. I may keep this jacket after all.

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Anonymous - 2006-03-06

You will love this jacket!
Stylish and very warm. It is cut small, but if you have doubts about the sizing, get the next largest size. The arms are long and tight-fitted, so it is hard to see your watch and such. Despite the sizing and the long arms, it is still a great jacket. It can protect you from cold wind better than a down jacket!

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Anonymous - 2006-02-07

Great jacket but tight fit
This is a very nice jacket but I found it a bit tight under the arms. Very durable and great at stopping the wind, you only have to wear a light layer underneath. It has a very close to the body fit.

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Hong McConnell - 2006-01-24

meets expectation
The product is great but the size runs a little small and for people do not like long sleeves, might not like it. Otherwise, it is warm and comfortable to wear.

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Anonymous - 2005-02-22

R4® Jacket
The jacket is really good, it's much warmer than I expected (which is good) and it has a nice fitted cut. The only thing against the seeming in the shoulder area felt bit weird at first and took some getting used to.

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Anonymous - 2005-02-21

Patagonia: Women's R4 Jacket
Warm jacket and cute color.

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Anonymous - 2005-02-20

toasty warm, but sized a little small.
i enjoy the jacket overall. it definitely is worth it.

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Anonymous - 2005-03-05

Too much money for what it is
I really wanted to like this, but found it to be lacking a bit in toughness. I also found that the fabric didn't seem to breath that well. The armpits fit up fairly tightly, which gives this jacket a nice look, but made me feel clastrophobic. I kept wearing it but noticed that each time I took it off, I felt relieved. I sent it back, wasn't worth the price tag and I could tell I'd accidentally kill it or in some way harm it. Perhaps would fit a smaller person better. Did keep the wind out well and was warm.

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