For warmth and protection from the elements, wool was the material of choice for decades, until, in 1979, Malden Mills developed one of the first synthetic fabrics known as Polar Fleece.
Now available in many items of clothing and accessories, perhaps the most popular is the polar fleece vest.
Because it's durable, lightweight, warm and comfortable, the vest offers the wearer versatility in its use, from casual wear to performance sports gear.
A lighter layer is often the best option for the fall and spring seasons, when temperatures can vary from day to evening.
Whether outdoors for a camping trip, or just a trip to the grocery store, the polar fleece vest can be worn as an outer layer, over a sweater or lightweight performance shirt, or as an inner liner for heavier jackets and rain gear.
The vest is flexible and comfortable, providing warmth without restrictive bulk, like down, for outdoor sports, and is a durable fabric.
An eco-friendly material, made from recycled plastics, fleece fabric withstands wear and tear, maintains its color and shape well, wear after wear.
Because it is a synthetic fiber, it holds little water, even in rainy weather, and wicks body moisture away, to keep the wearer dry and warm during strenuous activities.
Many sporting goods retailers have polar fleece vests in a wide range of designs to suit the various needs of outdoor enthusiasts.
From stretch fleece, for body hugging warmth, to wind and waterproof for extreme weather conditions, the vest that is right for you is an equipment investment you will appreciate with every use.
Outdoor sporting goods websites and stores such as L.
L.
Bean, Backcountry.
com, and Polartec.
com carry the latest in polar garments at all different price points, making it an affordable outerwear option for every budget.