Rab Men's Nexus Pull-on Midlayer Lightweight Technical Stretch Fleece Sports Outdoor Activewear

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The double cuffs may not help in this area but I haven't noticed an issue. The Rab Nexus Pull-On breaths well and keeps me warm. Many days in Scotland I wore it almost morning to night as it helped keep warm in the 40s in the morning and breathed well into the 50s and even 60s (with some wind) in the afternoon. I find that the cell structure of thermic fleece works well to retain body heat as effectively as bulkier heavier fleeces do, so you can travel lighter. The 6% elastine component of the Nexus is spot on. These garments are very comfortable to wear and the pull-on is easy to get on and off. Freedom of movement is assured (a lot more so than pull-ons with lower elasticity such as the Rab Geon). Incredibly light, incredibly breathable you would be hard pushed to find a better fleece for hiking and hill walking in the warmer months of the year or under a shell in cooler conditions. Rab says:

There is some sign of pilling from abrasion after 18 months of heavy use, but nothing that has affected the performance of the fleece to date. I have used the Rab Nexus Pull-On for 18 months in all seasons including approximately 10 weekend 2-3 night hikes in temperatures ranging from around 10 deg F to 80 deg F. It was a commonly worn layer on my 200-mile walk across Scotland in May 2018. I would guess it has seen 30-40 nights out and about 500 miles of all sorts of weather, plus a lot of regular wear. A lightweight, Thermic™ G stretch fleece midlayer made with 100% recycled fabric, a full length zip and close-fitting collar. Offering superb mobility, breathability and temperature regulation, it's perfect for hiking, climbing and mountaineering. The collar is very comfortable although I rarely zip it up all the way due to being a heat generating machine even in mid-winter. I need the chimney open to vent! And a mid layer between base shirt and wind shirt on a snowy 30 degree day (it's there, you just can't see it).The Geon combines comfort, performance and value really well. This is a great all-rounder, from acting as an effective mid-layer in cold conditions to being a single outer layer in milder conditions this fleece works as well for hiking as it does for comfortable casual wear. This pull-on version loses the hood and cuts weight, without sacrificing the ability to vent heat with the half length zip which will appeal to many. The Nexus Pull-On is a simple and utterly reliable piece of insulation constructed from Rab's Thermic fleece fabric. It's ideal for colder climbs, summer evening walks and layering during winter activities. It also makes a pretty good casual fleece to wear to the shops or around the house. It is made of 94% polyester and 6% elastane. The stretch fleece has two sides to it with different textures. The outer smooth side has what Rab calls a "heathered" effect. Inside is an oval grid pattern to increase warmth and breathability, according to their literature. I highly recommend making the Rab Nexus Pull-On part of your layering system if you are looking for a lightweight fleece layer. The weight, breathability, warmth, and comfort of this fleece are excellent. Rab is a solid outdoor manufacturer that I hope makes more inroads into the US in the future.

Whether you want to hike, scramble or climb, the Geon Pull-On is the perfect mid-weight layer for reliable dryness and warmth during high-energy cold-weather sport.

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The Rab Nexus Pull-On fleece fits me (6 ft/183 cm and 170 lb/77 kg) very well. It is an athletic fit that works on my frame. The length is about right for me since it extends down past my hip belt, but that will obviously vary based on torso length. I chose the Large size which matched my measurements in the Rab sizing guide, and am happy with that choice.