Patagonia Light Gust Jacket - Women's Permafrost Purple, XL

"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I brought this on a trip where the temperatures swung from warm afternoons to cold evenings and it covered every situation without taking up meaningful space in my bag. The stretch taffeta layers comfortably over a midlayer and the recycled Thermogreen insulation kept me warm through some genuinely cold mornings.""Travel days and shoulder-season adventures share one common challenge: the weather never fully commits, and the bag has limited room for contingencies. The Patagonia Light Gust Jacket is built for exactly that situation, delivering 60 grams of Thermogreen recycled polyester insulation in a packable, stretchy shell that adds genuine warmth without claiming more than its fair share of pack space. Four-way stretch taffeta made from 70% recycled polyester moves with the body through layered systems and active moments alike, while a PFAS-free DWR finish handles light moisture on days when the sky cannot make up its mind. The relaxed boxy fit gives enough room to layer a fleece or midweight underneath without the jacket pulling tight across the shoulders, and encased elastic at the cuffs and hem seals warmth in when the wind picks up. Two hand pockets cover the daily carry without overcomplicating the design, and Fair Trade Certified construction means the jacket is made with the same care as the adventures it supports. From airport terminals to trail mornings, the Light Gust Jacket is the piece that makes the bag feel complete."

Price: $107.55 from Backcountry