[Practical Review] SALOMON Radiant Full Zip Mid & Tradition Full Zip Mid A high-value fleece packed with features required for winter mid-wearing.
Fleece has been evolving for many years, about 40 years since its invention. At the time, a fleece that was intended to be lightweight yet warm and comfortable as an alternative to wool and cotton, and was designed to function even when wet, can now easily get a fleece that will play the perfect role in every situation in our lives, from hard expeditions to casual occasions, from babies to the elderly, and will perform the functions we expect.
was a lightweight model that is practical and has a large amount of activity among these deep fleeces I'll be reviewing two SALOMON fleece pieces that are perfect for the winter season, when the real thing begins the Radiant Full Zip Mid and Transition Full Zip Mid are models that are highly satisfying, with performance and functionality suitable for layering under outerwear in the mountains, and are also affordable, with a high level of satisfaction. We'll look at the recommended ways to use them while comparing the characteristics of each.
table of contents
- Main features of the Radiant Full Zip Mid & Transition Full Zip Mid
- Main Specifications and ratings
- Detailed Review: Radiant Full Zip Mid
- Detailed Review: Tradition Full Zip Mid
- Summary: A practical and comfortable jacket that can be used as a mid-wear for the authentic winter outdoors.
- Details and purchase of SALOMON Radiant Full Zip Mid & Tradition Full Zip Mid
Main features of the Radiant Full Zip Mid & Transition Full Zip Mid
Radiant Full Zip Mid
This easy-to-use mid-weight fleece jacket is convenient to wear under outerwear in the active outdoors in winter, or to wear as a mid-wear jacket when relaxing before and after activities. The fabric is made of hollow fiber, a fiber with a hollow inside, and is lighter than its appearance, and has excellent heat retention, breathability, water absorption and quick drying properties. Hand warmer pockets are placed on the left and right sides of the body. This is a highly versatile model with complex functions as a middle layer, as well as a relaxed and easy-to-use outerwear.
Favorite points
- Excellent heat retention, yet lighter than it looks
- It's not too tight and doesn't get too tight, and the elasticity makes it comfortable to wear
- It's a good balance that is easy to use as an outerwear or as a middle-wear wear.
Points that interest me
- It's difficult to compress and bulky when carried around
Tradition Full Zip Mid
A lightweight, supple, warm and easy to layer, perfect as a middle layer for a wide range of outdoor activities in the winter. It is packed with the necessary elements as an intermediate piece, such as an Active Fit form with less dowels, a smooth, comfortable outer material that can be easily moved in, and a minimal but large chest pocket. The thin yet comfortable brushed fleece lining ensures reliable insulation, and the stand collar keeps warm and warm, soothes the cold of winter, while also efficiently dissipating sweat during activities to the outside. It can be matched with any winter activity that is based on layering, such as climbing, climbing, skiing, and touring during snowy seasons.
Favorite points
- Lightweight and easy to store without any strain
- The fit that sticks to the body lines and the supple, soft lining is comfortable
- Details suitable for layering as a winter mid-wear
Points that interest me
- I feel a bit tensile when lifting my arms
- Thumb holes make it even stronger in winter and easier to layer.
Main Specifications and ratings
| item | Specifications and ratings | |
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| item | Radiant Full Zip Mid | Tradition Full Zip Mid |
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| Reference price | ¥10,560 (tax included) | ¥9,790 (tax included) |
| Actual measured weight | 360g (Actual measurement of size M) | 300g (Actual measurement of size M) |
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| Thermal insulation | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Comfort | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Ease of movement | ★★★☆☆ | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Ease of layering | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ |
| Breathable and quick-drying | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★☆☆ |
| weight | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
Detailed Review: Radiant Full Zip Mid
Excellent heat retention, yet lighter than it looks
the Radiant Full Zip Mid (hereinafter referred to as Radiant) , you will be amazed at the difference between its solid volume and how light it is when held (wrapped).
The secret is in the fabric. hollow fiber , a fiber with a cavity inside , and is lighter than a typical fleece jacket with the same appearance, making it lighter than the space inside the fiber. This is why it feels lighter than it looks. Furthermore, the fibers with this space add not only lightness, but also many other great features to the jacket.
The hollow fiber provides excellent insulation, making it even warmer than it looks.
increases insulation (although maintains natural breathability, just like regular fleece) As the name "Radiant" suggests, the clothing firmly accepts the "heat" released from your body. Of course, it's quite warm compared to long-pile fluffy fleece, but considering its lightness, it can be said to be a pretty good job.
The supple fleece lining makes you want to wear it forever
The brushed fleece lining is soft and soft, and extends to the back of the stand-collar collar, ensuring comfortable and warmth.
Stand collar keeps the neck warm
it is not overlooked even polyester fibers that cannot normally absorb moisture can be controlled It relieves sudden changes in temperature, such as the feeling of "too hot" that your body feels before and after sweating, and the feeling of "too cold" that occurs when sweat evaporates. At first glance, it looks like an ordinary fleece, but it is packed with features that are useful for outdoor and sports.
It's not too tight and doesn't get too tight, and the elasticity makes it comfortable to wear
The overall slim silhouette fits just right into your body, but the feel when you put it on is not that tight, and you can't really feel any stress on wearing it.
There are several reasons behind this comfort, but the easiest to understand is the three-dimensional patterning that takes into account the movements of the body. For example, if you check the armpits, you can see that the front and back are not simply stuck together, but side panels are placed between them, making them more three-dimensional.
Three-dimensional cutting to reduce movement difficulty and tension
The other is outstanding stretch. It stretches beyond in four directions (even though it does not use polyurethane-based elastic fibers!). The powerful kickback after stretching is also pleasant.
It stretches more than I expected and has a solid return.
It's a good balance that is easy to use as an outerwear or as a middle-wear wear.
The slim yet relaxing fit leaves a sense of relaxation that doesn't get too tight, so it's fine to wear as an outerwear over a shirt or cut-and-sew in your everyday town. You can wear it in both the field and the city.
It's not that tight, so it's useful in relaxed situations.
It's light, warm and easy to layer. Furthermore, the fact that it has a wide range of breathability, quick drying and humidity control functions makes it a good performance for a mid-wear wear under a hard shell in cold seasons. Unfortunately, I tried the November hike without snow, but the good balance made me think that it would be more useful in the snowy season.
If you wear a waterproof and breathable outerwear from above, it can effectively be used as a middle layer and expel only stuffiness from the outside without escaping heat.
I love the voluminous cuffs. It softens your skin and gently blocks out the cold air. The left and right sides of the body are lined with brushed fleece lining and warm hand warmer zip pockets for safe use. There are some differences of opinion about this, but this fleece's unique personality is its balance, not just about being too easy to use on the field, and not forgetting the consideration when returning to town. The tape-treated hem also gives a slim and sophisticated look.
From left, comfortable cuffs, left and right hand warmer pockets, elastic hem
...However, the only drawback is that it is a bit bulky
That said, there's nothing you can do about the weakness of all warm fleece: its low compressibility. Also, please note that this itself does not have weather resistance, so only the city and the foothills can be used comfortably as an outerwear.
It's not as fluffy as a fleece, but it's still less compressible.
Detailed Review: Tradition Full Zip Mid
Lightweight and easy to store without any strain
The next I tried out the Transition Full Zip Mid (hereinafter referred to as Transition) has a relatively thin fleece feel, and it has a volume that is one of the relatively thin fleece pieces. It also feels supple, and my first impression is that it is "lighter than heat retention." It is lightweight and compact, so it won't be too much of a burden even if you put it in your backpack.
It is relatively thin and compact, but is also quite warm.
The fit that sticks to the body lines and the supple, soft lining is comfortable
However, once you try it, you will naturally realize that it's not that simple. Thin and compact, the soft brushed fleece lining fits to your body. Its solid heat retention is not to be underestimated. This comfortable texture really makes a better impression than the Radiant.
Brushed fleece lining is slightly fine and comfortable to the touch
The overall slim silhouette not only gives it a sophisticated look, but also prevents cold air from coming through the gaps.
Details suitable for layering as a winter mid-wear
The outer material is a slightly sheen with a heather and has little friction, and even if you wear a jacket on top, you can put it on and take off smoothly without any stress.
The slim silhouette and smooth outer material make it attractive for its stress-free look when layered.
In terms of layering, this jacket is fully zippered, but is made up of a bold cut of the regular left and right pockets, eliminating waste. In fact, in winter when wearing outerwear for a long time, there are few opportunities to access your inner pocket, so if you are considering optimizing it as a middle layer, that decision is not wrong. Instead, the chest pockets placed there are plenty of size (can hold a smartphone of about 6 inches), and the design is beautiful with an inconspicuous zipper. Overall, the Radiant , the usage and purpose are clearer, and the appeal of this model is that it is very logical to match its expectations.
The only chest pocket has an exquisite design and size, making it extremely easy to use.
There is no denying the tension when it comes to large movements such as arm lifting.
However, one thing that caught my eye so much that I couldn't ignore was the comfort from the shoulders to the armpits. Here you can feel the tension when lifting your arms, which was not a concern in the Radiant If you actually raise your arms as shown in the photo below, you will notice that the hem has risen considerably as it is. The movement of the arms makes it easier for clothes to move up and down, and this is a concern as it is often used for active purposes.
When I lift my arms, the hem is quite lifted.
However, the fabric itself is fully elastic, so you won't feel uncomfortable with the movement itself.
It is stretchy enough to be comfortable to wear in active situations.
Summary: A practical and comfortable jacket that can be used as a mid-wear for the authentic winter outdoors.
When considering wearing during snowy seasons, fleece jackets that have not been treated with special treatments such as windproof films and water repellent are inevitably required to work closely with other layers as intermediate wear. In that sense, it can be seen that both of the second items introduced this time are not basically mainly worn on the street, but are optimized to function as intermediate clothes in a wide range of active scenes such as hiking, climbing, skiing and touring in the real cold. Among them, it combines lightness with heat retention, breathability and sweat removal functions, and is comfortable to wear in and out of movement, and I definitely the Radiant Full Zip Mid fits with my style (including the possibilities for future snowy mountains), making it a great favorite. In the last few years, people tend to focus on the high functionality of synthetic fiber padding, but I am once again amazed at the quiet and steady evolution of fleece.
A fleece jacket that has long been the centerpiece of outdoor thermal layers, and is one that should be sleeping in anyone's closet. This fleece look may not look much different from this one, my favorite piece that has been worn over and over again, and is noticeably pilling and worn out, but the contents may be completely different. Why not try putting your sleeves on this latest model again?
Details and purchase of SALOMON Radiant Full Zip Mid & Tradition Full Zip Mid
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