Patagonia makes four Capilene fabrics for different levels of exertion and temperatures; it is a moisture-wicking polyester fabric that keeps you warm even when wet and dries quickly. Capilene polyester is also recycled, recyclable and features Gladiodor natural odor control.
Capilene performance characteristics:
Quick to wick, quick to dry Designed for fast-forward, aerobic activities Features Gladiodor natural odor control Made with recycled polyester (50% recycled content or more) 100% recyclable through Patagonia's Common Threads Recycling Program Machine washable
We offer four Capilene fabrics:
Capilene 1 Silkweight is the silkiest and can be worn alone or as a baselayer Capilene 2 Lightweight is a great weight for aerobic use in mild to cool conditions Capilene 3 Midweight is a versatile, do it all baselayer for active use in cool to cold conditions Capilene 4 Expedition Weight is the warmest Capilene fabric Capilene baselayers are recycled and recyclable 100% recyclable through our Common Threads Initiative Recycling Program Since spring 2007, Capilene fabrics have included old Capilene garments (recycled into virgin-grade polyester) collected through our Common Threads Initiative Recycling Program