What
would you say if we told you there's actually
a fabric that can take you from walking the sidelines
at your kid's soccer game to scaling Mount Washington?
You know it as fleece, but you may not know there
are as many incarnations of fleece as there are
activities on your to-do list. It breathes. It
stretches. It's so soft you'll want to curl up
in it, yet so durable it looks great season after
season.
Background
Gaining popularity in casual clothing over
the last several years, fleece was originally
created for active use. Today, it's the first
choice for those who need lightweight, durable
layers for their outdoor activities. Fleece
comes in a multitude of weights that are ideal
for layering practically year-round.
Highlights
- Exceptionally moisture-wicking moves
perspiration away from skin to keep you cool
and dry
- Warm without being bulky
- Quick drying dries much faster than
wool or cotton
- Soft and plush to the touch
- Ideal for layering
- Available in different weights and styles
for every possible occasion
General care
- Machine washable and dryable
please follow care instructions on label
Guide to L.L.Bean Fleece
Lightweight a
light layer of warmth
Polartec® 100:
Looking for the ideal single layer? This one
offers soft, next-to-skin comfort. Highly breathable
and quick drying, wear it for hard exercise
or just a touch of warmth. Resists odor-causing
bacteria.
Powerstretch:
This light, four-way stretch fleece is engineered
for active sports. A smooth finish on the outside
resists pilling and abrasion, and a close, comfortable
fit makes it perfect for layering.
Comfort Fleece:
For casual, everyday wear. Plush and cozy next
to the skin. Knit from 96% polyester with a touch
of spandex for stretch comfort. Warm 8.5 oz. weight.
Midweight your
anywhere fleece
Trail Model 200:
Easy-care, highly breathable and specifically
designed to resist moisture, our Trail Model
makes an excellent cold-weather layer over a
shirt or under a ski parka.
Polartec Super 200:
The more densely knit of midweight fleeces,
this Polartec excels at transferring perspiration
so you stay dry as the trail gets tougher.
Polartec BiPolar 200:
The BiPolar offers two distinct advantages:
the smooth outer surface sheds snow and water,
and the inner shearling surface holds heat for
exceptional warmth without adding weight.
Heavyweight our
warmest fleece
Mountain Pile:
Talk about plush just dig your fingers
into this extra-warm, extra-thick fleece. It's
a dense, nappy knit with a 300-weight shearling
finish to trap more of your body's heat.
Polartec BiPolar 300:
This thicker version of the BiPolar fabric increases
your wind and water resistance. The outer layer
sheds the weather while the inner layer allows
perspiration to pass through, keeping you warm
and dry.
Specialty Fleece
extra weather protection
Polartec Windbloc®:
Double-up with a windproof and water-resistant
barrier sandwiched between two layers of Polartec
100 fleece. The surface not only repels rain
and snow but eliminates the need for a windbreaker.
Super Windbloc®-ACT:
Air Control Technology (ACT) creates a light,
windproof membrane between layers of breathable
100-weight fleece and moisture-wicking mesh.
A Teflon® coating ensures moisture
and stain resistance.