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Montane Fireball Lite Hooded Jacket review: the perfect mid layer? It's close
Warm but breathable, stretchy, light and made using recycled materials, it's difficult to find fault with this soft, cozy jacket
Patagonia Women’s R1 CrossStrata Hoody review: A rugged fleece that’s perfect for mountain activities
Offering protection from the elements, the Patagonia Women’s R1 CrossStrata Hoody is a technical classic with great eco-credentials
Smartwool Men’s Active Mesh Hoodie review: one highly effective shirt for multiple occasions
The smart, long-sleeved lightweight mixed-material Smartwool Men’s Active Mesh Hoodie is perfect for outdoor pursuits on chilly and breezy days
The best women’s fleece jackets 2024: stay snug outdoors through winter and spring
Our pick of the best women’s fleece jackets, chosen by experts, are perfect mid or outer layers for cold-weather adventures
Houdini Men’s Pace Flow Houdi: a premium holey hoodie for fact-paced adventures
We take to the trails in Houdini’s Pace Flow Houdi, a highly breathable mesh mid layer boasting a sustainable and high performing Polartec fabric
Rab Superflux Hoody fleece top review: a lithe and reliable all-rounder
The versatile, mid-weight Rab Superflux Hoody is a fleece that breathes well and excels during high-exertion outdoor activities
Berghaus Men’s Carnot Hooded Jacket review: a fleece that does everything you want from a fleece
Non-flashy, but versatile and highly functional, the Berghaus Men’s Carnot Hooded Jacket is a mid layer that quietly and brilliantly does its job
Haglöfs Vassi Mid Hood fleece jacket review: a stylish snow sports mid layer that excels in a niche role
A technical – albeit thin – mid layer, the Haglöfs Vassi Mid Hood fleece is designed for skiing but is so good you’ll find yourself wearing it all year round
