Paramo Trekker Hoodie Mid Layer
Product Review & Walking Gear Test

Trekker Hoodie Mid Layer Vital Statistics: Colours: Sky Blue, Black Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL SRP: £70.00

Paramo says:"High performance men's or ladies' hooded base layer for year round outdoor activities. Can be worn next to skin or as part of a layering system. Reversible design ensures effective insulation as well as exceptional moisture management, assuring year round comfort during the widest range of activities. Comfortable hoodie style provides full two-way zip for ventilation, hood for head protection and two pockets for storage. Ideal to combine with the Páramo Fuera Peak Windproof Jacket"

Features to Note:

• Head protection from hood - stays in place without obscuring vision.
• Two way zip for maximum ventilation options.
• Drawcord at waist for fit and to retain warmth when needed.
• Maximum freedom of movement with articulated arms.
• Simple elasticated cuff with popper combining excellent fit with ease of pushing up or rolling up.
• Designed to be worn next to the skin or as part of a layering system.
• Reversible fabric means two tops for the weight and price of one!
• Rapid drying, wind resistant and durable.
• 2 useful zipped pockets - for storage and/or hand-warming - accessible even when the hoodie is reversed.
• The Ladies' Trekker Hoodie offers a female specific design for comfort and a flattering fit

In-use Test:

I've worn the Paramo Trekker hoodie on a number of occasions now - hill-walking, mountain biking and nordic walking during the UK Autumn. I've tended to wear it as part of a layering system with a separate base layer underneath. Material: The material is reversible and both 'sides' are very comfortable even when worn next to the skin. The insulation is good and the moisture-management properties are excellent. Apart from the feel of the softer side next to my skin, I really couldn't detect any difference in performance whichever way round I worn the hoodie. The look, though, is slightly different and I tended to opt for 'softer-side-in'

It washes well and dries quickly.

Fit/Design: I'm female, 5ft 7ins tall and of average build. I had a medium size. Obviously I tested the female version of the garment and I must say that the cut and fit were snug but very flattering.

Although I would have preferred a little more length in the arms, their articulated design did allow for good movement and the cuff fastening was neat.

I occasionally had a little difficulty getting the zip to engage first-time but apart from that the two-way zip system worked well and gives two options for managing ventilation - top-down or bottom-up.

The hood certainly does add to the thermal properties of the garment. It is neat and is effectively held in place when the jacket is fully zipped.

Buying Advice:

The design of Paramo's Trekker Hoodie design means that it looks good on the hill or on the High Street. So - although at £70 it's pricey - if you're looking for a stylish yet technically advanced garment that looks good anywhere - add this to your wardrobe.

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