Cold-weather adventures call for a baselayer that keeps up without weighing you down. The Women's Capilene Midweight Zip-Neck is Patagonia's most versatile next-to-skin layer, wicking sweat and delivering balanced warmth across a wide range of winter conditions. Smooth, stretchy and soft against the skin, it layers cleanly under a fleece or shell and stays comfortable from first light to last chair.
Built from a 4.1-oz (140-g) 100% recycled polyester dot-joint double knit with a wicking finish, the fabric pairs high-bulk, low-weight yarn with a double-knit structure for a high warmth-to-weight ratio and breathable, sweat-moving performance. A smooth face eases layering, while raglan shoulder seams and full underarm gussets keep movement chafe-free. The whole piece weighs just 142 g (5 oz).
Standout features:
- Wide-range warmth — high-bulk, low-weight yarn and double-knit construction move sweat and hold heat across changing winter temperatures
- Low-bulk zip-neck — a low-profile half-zip opens for quick venting, with internal neck tape for comfort and a locker loop for hang drying
- Freedom of movement — raglan shoulder seams and full underarm gussets minimize chafing and open up your range of motion
- Thumb loops — low-profile loops made from the body fabric keep hands covered under gloves or sleeves
- Minimal seaming — low-bulk seams reduce chafing and stay comfortable over long days
- Fitted for wicking — sits next to skin without compressing, for efficient moisture management and easy layering
Made with 100% recycled polyester and sewn in a Fair Trade Certified factory, which means the people who made it earned a premium for their labor.
The right pick for skiing and snowboarding, winter hiking, cold-weather trail days and everyday layering when the temperature drops—anywhere you need a light, breathable first layer that manages sweat and keeps you warm.
The details
- Fabric: 4.1-oz (140-g) 100% recycled polyester dot-joint double knit with a wicking finish
- Fit: Fitted
- Weight: 142 g (5 oz)
- Neck: Low-bulk half-zip with internal neck tape and locker loop
- Construction: Raglan shoulder seams with full underarm gussets; minimal seaming; low-profile thumb loops
- Care: Machine wash warm, do not bleach, tumble dry low, cool iron, do not use fabric softeners
- Country of origin: Made in Sri Lanka
