Black is the Better Sweater at its most versatile — a do-everything midlayer that reads as smart as easily as it reads trail-ready, slipping under a shell on the hill or over a tee in town without a second thought.

Built from 10-oz 100% recycled polyester sweater-knit fleece with a brushed inner face and heathered yarns, dyed with a low-impact process that cuts dye, water and energy use. A full-length zip-through stand-up collar, raglan sleeves for unrestricted movement, two zippered handwarmer pockets and a zippered left-chest security pocket round out a hard-wearing midlayer. Regular fit. Style 25528 (SKU 25528-BLK).

Patagonia was founded in 1973 by Yvon Chouinard in Ventura, California, growing out of his Chouinard Equipment climbing-gear business. The company has built a reputation for environmental activism and durable, repairable outdoor clothing ever since.

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