{"id":1767,"date":"2023-06-20T13:43:54","date_gmt":"2023-06-20T12:43:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tale\/?p=1767"},"modified":"2023-06-20T13:43:54","modified_gmt":"2023-06-20T12:43:54","slug":"mens-montane-protium-fleece-quick-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/tale\/2023\/06\/20\/mens-montane-protium-fleece-quick-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Mens Montane Protium Fleece quick review"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Adam our Bristol Assistant Manager give his thoughts on this lightweight mid-layer option:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When I think of a fleece, it brings back memories of the fluffy, ill-fitting tops my Mum used to make me wear as a kid so that I didn\u2019t catch a chill. So when I recently had the opportunity to test out the Protium Pull On Fleece<\/a> by Montane, I relished the opportunity to be sent out in a fleece without my Mum first spitting on a tissue, wiping the chocolate off my face and telling me to be back home by 7 for supper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Super Happy with my new fleece to test<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Montane claims the Protium Pull On Fleece to be ideal for mountain walking, climbing, trekking and fastpacking, providing lightweight warmth that actively manages moisture during high-output activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The versatility of the Protium Fleece hoodie allows it to become your travel companion during the warm and cold seasons, either wearing it as a layering piece or as an outer layer. So, is this all just marketing jargon or is this new generation of fleece a real candidate for a mid layer that can do it all?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first thing I notice when I slip into the Protium Pull On Fleece is the active mountain fit is really nice. It\u2019s nice and snug in all the right places whilst being stretchy enough that my movement isn\u2019t restricted. I usually teeter on the edge of medium and large and found that the medium works well for me. It\u2019s fairly snug around the arms and shoulders with a slightly looser fit around the midriff. This worked for me with my current body shape but for those with bigger arms or shoulders, I would suggest sizing up unless you\u2019re into the \u2018spray on\u2019 look. The half length zip feels comfortable in all positions and creates a comfortable seal when done all the way up without feeling too restrictive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Has a great “technical” fit, size up if you prefer a looser look<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The fleece has a Thermo Grid brushed back on the inside of the fabric which is supposed to manage moisture and to regulate heat . This grid pattern allows air flow to keep you cool when you\u2019re on the move which to my surprise worked adequately. On a recent trip to Dartmoor<\/a>, I had a chance to test the fleece in both hot (by British spring time) and cold temperatures. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It performed really well as a mid layer in the cold early mornings as we got moving. It\u2019s a fairly lightweight garment at 335g but it feels more substantial and almost like I had a soft shell on at times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is about the time that I\u2019d usually talk about features but the simplicity of the Protium Pull On means that there really aren\u2019t any. No pockets, no hood, nothing. But that\u2019s a big win for me, I don\u2019t want multiple hoods stacked up each time I throw a few layers on which makes me automatically reach for this whenever I need a mid layer now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lucky to have my protium on under my shell to keep me warm on a cold Moorland morning<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I think montane has got a winner here. It\u2019s warm, versatile and light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It may not work for a lot of people that need pockets or a hood for a top layer, however, if you\u2019re a runner, mountain biker or climber, you\u2019ll benefit from the lack of snagging points. This makes it the perfect choice if you’re just looking for a layer to keep warm and wick the moisture in colder weather.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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