Patagonia pullover for cheap update#

During my JMT thru hike this summer, I met many PCT hikers who owned Melanzana microgrids. Supposedly, people all over the Colorado Front Range are sporting Melanzana products. Melanzana has made a name for themselves in Colorado. By far, their most popular item is their Microgrid Hoodie. Melanzana manufactures a host of outdoor technical clothing. They may think they’re clever, but the name sticks. This name was chosen as a defiant gesture towards the trend of naming gear companies after exotic mountaineering locales.

The name Melanzana means ‘Eggplant’ in Italian. Melanzana is a small rapidly growing cottage manufacturer based out of Leadville, CO. It comes down to price and form fitting preference. Polartec Power Grid (93% recycled polyester, 7% spandex)īoth of these hoodies are comfortable and lightweight. I have experience using both fleeces, and I hope that by lending my opinion, I can help guide folks to the fleece that is best for them. These fleeces are so popular, in fact, that there seems to be some conflict over which fleece is superior. While there are many lightweight fleece options available, the two most popular offerings these days seem to be the Melanzana Micro Grid Hoodie, and the Patagonia R1. I take it with me wherever I go, wearing it frequently in all sort of conditions. It can be combined with a shell for a warm mid layer, and their lightweight design makes them ideal for backpacking, climbing, skiing, and any sport that demands freedom of mobility. On a cold day, a microgrid can be used as a baselayer. It is one of the most versatile pieces of outerwear one can buy. Their products can only be purchased in their Leadville Store, or used on the internet.Īnyone who spends time outdoors should invest in a lightweight, breathe able microgrid fleece.

Patagonia pullover for cheap update#

Update 8/8/18: Due to high demand, Melanzana is not currently taking any online orders. Melanzana Microgrid Fleece Alternatives.Melanzana Micro Grid Hoodie-“The Melly”.