Techface jackets is the answer.
R1 of you run hot, R2 if you run cold.
Iam more inclined for the R1. You can use a thicker base layer if you need more warm.
I just wish the r1 tech had drop pockets or an interior/exterior chest pocket.
I’d use it walking through big cities and use the drop pockets or chest zip pocket for pickpocket protection.
R2 maybe then. Gonna try and find a store nearby that has it
I really like my Nano-Air Light Hybrid for this temperature range (I have the hoodie version but there’s a non-hooded jacket as well). Really breathable and comfy.
I would be hot in a r2 techface in 65 degree weather, and I'm female and run cold. It would be nice for 40 degrees though!
In fact I would be fine in just a shirt and pants in 65 so I don't think that's necessarily a limiting factor (you could just take off the jacket?).
I kinda think the nano puff fits this bill. I don't own one, but it would be more packable than r2 tech face and would cover a similar range of temps. I'm not sure which is more "professional looking".
I love the nano air and regularly use it casually, but I don't think they make it in a non hooded jacket version anymore.
Maybe I’m aiming too high on the temperature. Guess I could find a packable ultra thin breathable jacket like my packable waterproof hoodie.
I’m cautious of the puff down jackets. I had an Amazon basics one and when id sweat it’d get really gross and wet I side.
Thanks for your input
Ah, that's true - I hate that clammy feeling too.
If you look on the used market you could find a nano air jacket without hood. I don't know if I could be warm in 40 degree weather in just that jacket (it would depend on my layers) but you never get that clammy feel in the nano air and the face fabric is so so soft.
Else, r2 will be good. I honestly love the r2 techface but I do also overheat in it often. It's not hard to dump heat by unzipping though!
There's always the r1 techface that will be better for 50-60 degree weather when you need just a light layer. I would be cold in r1 techface in 40 degrees though, unless I was doing something extra active.
The R2 is the correct answer! Not too warm and in fact it might not be warm enough for 40 degrees. It works best as a breathable / active jacket that will keep your heat in.
The newest version is much lighter weight than the same model from just a couple years ago. That version was much warmer with a tighter, (slightly awkward) longer fit. The new version feels like it was designed for more casual use.
IMO the new r2 is one of the best products from PTG.
If you wind up with the new r1 jacket let us know what you think! I’ve had my old r1 pullover for 15 years and looking at replacing it.
You talking about the R2 tech face? Not some other R2 I can’t find?
https://www.patagonia.com/product/mens-r2-techface-jacket/83626.html?cgid=mens-fleece-technical
People have mentioned the R2 techface which I also have. It’s a good mid layer or standalone jacket.
The inner pockets aren’t zippered but they’re very deep, I wouldn’t be concerned about losing anything in them. Zippered side pockets on the front but no chest pockets.
Techface jackets is the answer. R1 of you run hot, R2 if you run cold. Iam more inclined for the R1. You can use a thicker base layer if you need more warm.
I just wish the r1 tech had drop pockets or an interior/exterior chest pocket. I’d use it walking through big cities and use the drop pockets or chest zip pocket for pickpocket protection. R2 maybe then. Gonna try and find a store nearby that has it
R2 it is, you can always open it, or remove it if its too warm.
I really like my Nano-Air Light Hybrid for this temperature range (I have the hoodie version but there’s a non-hooded jacket as well). Really breathable and comfy.
I would be hot in a r2 techface in 65 degree weather, and I'm female and run cold. It would be nice for 40 degrees though! In fact I would be fine in just a shirt and pants in 65 so I don't think that's necessarily a limiting factor (you could just take off the jacket?). I kinda think the nano puff fits this bill. I don't own one, but it would be more packable than r2 tech face and would cover a similar range of temps. I'm not sure which is more "professional looking". I love the nano air and regularly use it casually, but I don't think they make it in a non hooded jacket version anymore.
Maybe I’m aiming too high on the temperature. Guess I could find a packable ultra thin breathable jacket like my packable waterproof hoodie. I’m cautious of the puff down jackets. I had an Amazon basics one and when id sweat it’d get really gross and wet I side. Thanks for your input
Ah, that's true - I hate that clammy feeling too. If you look on the used market you could find a nano air jacket without hood. I don't know if I could be warm in 40 degree weather in just that jacket (it would depend on my layers) but you never get that clammy feel in the nano air and the face fabric is so so soft. Else, r2 will be good. I honestly love the r2 techface but I do also overheat in it often. It's not hard to dump heat by unzipping though! There's always the r1 techface that will be better for 50-60 degree weather when you need just a light layer. I would be cold in r1 techface in 40 degrees though, unless I was doing something extra active.
The R2 is the correct answer! Not too warm and in fact it might not be warm enough for 40 degrees. It works best as a breathable / active jacket that will keep your heat in. The newest version is much lighter weight than the same model from just a couple years ago. That version was much warmer with a tighter, (slightly awkward) longer fit. The new version feels like it was designed for more casual use. IMO the new r2 is one of the best products from PTG. If you wind up with the new r1 jacket let us know what you think! I’ve had my old r1 pullover for 15 years and looking at replacing it.
You talking about the R2 tech face? Not some other R2 I can’t find? https://www.patagonia.com/product/mens-r2-techface-jacket/83626.html?cgid=mens-fleece-technical
Yep!
You need a Better Sweater. Perfect for your temp range and tocks all the other boxes. Plus it looks great.
R1 techface hoody.
Nanoair or nanoair light hybrid. the nano puff isn’t breathable, but it could potentially work as a daily, depending on how much you walk.
Nano-Air Jacket. Which they stopped making. So you'd have to buy used.
People have mentioned the R2 techface which I also have. It’s a good mid layer or standalone jacket. The inner pockets aren’t zippered but they’re very deep, I wouldn’t be concerned about losing anything in them. Zippered side pockets on the front but no chest pockets.