BLACK DIAMOND FACTOR HOODY £120

It’s the fabric of this fleece that makes it a real winner. The face is a smooth jersey knit that moves easily underneath a shell or a windproof. The inner is a soft and comfortable midweight microfleece, with vertical channels to aid breathability. In cold weather it’s the ideal wear-all-day mid layer, with a full zip and mesh-backed pockets to provide some venting if needed.

VERDICT A midweight hooded stretch fleece that works brilliantly for scrambling around in UK hills and mountains, finding the ideal balance between warmth and breathability.