Men's Better Sweater Jacket

$169
Color: New Navy
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Description

This warm, 100% recycled polyester full-zip jacket combines a sweater-knit aesthetic with the easy care of Better Sweater fleece. It’s dyed with a low-impact process that reduces the use of dyestuffs, energy and water compared to conventional heather dyeing methods. Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory.

Perfect for
Trail to town
Built for layering, hiking, travel, and everyday warmth.
Features
  • Made from warm, soft, long-lasting 100% recycled polyester knit fleece dyed with a low-impact process that reduces the use of dyestuffs, energy and water compared to conventional heather dyeing methods
  • Full-length zipper with a zip-through, stand-up collar and a kissing-welt zipper garage
  • Raglan sleeves offer mobility and pack-wearing comfort
  • Two zippered, welt handwarmer pockets, and one vertically zippered left-chest security pocket that holds a phone or audio device
  • Soft, shape-holding trim at the cuffs and hem resists abrasion
  • Flat-seam construction reduces bulk and helps eliminate seam chafe
  • Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory, which means the people who made this product earned a premium for their labor
Size & Fit
Slim
Regular
Relaxed

Standard fit with room to move. True to size for most.

Regular fit

Open size guide
Materials
  • Body: 10-oz 100% recycled polyester knit fleece dyed with a low-impact process that reduces the use of dyestuffs, energy and water compared to conventional heather dyeing methods.
  • Trim and pocket bags: 5.3-oz 100% recycled polyester brushed tricot. Fabrics are certified as bluesign® approved. Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory.
About the brand

Patagonia has set the standard for outdoor gear with a relentless commitment to quality, performance, and environmental responsibility. From technical outerwear to everyday essentials, their products are built to last while treading lightly on the planet. At Mountain Sports, we’re proud to carry Patagonia because it equips our community for adventure while supporting a brand that puts the Earth first.

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SKU 25528-NENA · Style 25528
Size guide

Patagonia Size Chart - Men's Tops & Jackets

Patagonia Sizing Chart

Measurements are in inches, unless otherwise noted. Charts reflect body measurements, not garment measurements.

Men's Tops & Jackets

Size Chest Waist Hip Sleeve
XXS 33 27 32 30
XS 35 29 34 32
S 37 31 36 33
M 40 34 39 34
L 44 38 43 35
XL 47 41 46 36
XXL 50 44 49 37
XXXL 56 50 55 37.5

Fit styles: Formfitting (next-to-skin), Slim (close to the body), Regular (not too tight, not too loose) and Relaxed (loose). To measure sleeve length, start at the center back of the neck, go over the shoulder and measure to the wrist with the elbow slightly bent.

Performance

How it ranks across conditions.

Calibrated against comparable products we stock, so you can compare like for like.

Warmth

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Midweight fleece warmth for cool-weather layering

Breathability

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Knit fleece breathes well during active use

Water resistance

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Not water-resistant; layer a shell in wet weather

Packability

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Compresses reasonably for a knit fleece

Best for

Is this right for you?

Layering & hiking

Breathable midlayer or standalone jacket for cool, active days

Not for: Not a windproof or waterproof shell

Everyday & travel

Sweater-knit looks at home from trail to town

Not for: Not insulated for deep winter cold

Cold-weather layering

Layers cleanly under a shell in the backcountry

Not for: On its own in wind, heat escapes

Full spec sheet

Technical Specs

Material10-oz 100% recycled polyester sweater-knit fleece
FitRegular fit, hip length
Weight638 g (22.5 oz)
PocketsTwo zippered handwarmer pockets; one zippered left-chest security pocket
SustainabilityFair Trade Certified™ sewn; low-impact dye process
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How the Better Sweater Jacket compares

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Feature
Patagonia
Better Sweater® Jacket
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Typical
Basic fleece jacket
FabricBasic polyester fleece
DyeingConventional dye
PocketsOpen handwarmers
Fair TradeNot certified
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