Great review. Well done as usual. I have Nano Air jacket and Micro Puff hoodie. And I have to say they are the best jackets I’ve ever had. Thank you and stay healthy. My best regards to Colorado from Czech Republic. Jaroslav 🙂
Tough to compare the nano air to the Micro and Nano puffs. The Nano Air is made to be a super breathable jacket for high output, Where as the other two jackets are not made to breathe. Nano Air is my all time favorite, add a shell on top and it’s really unmatched.
That’s why we did the comparison. To show the similarities as well as the differences. I use the Nano air all the time too. Just toured up with it and a shell 👌. Like you mentioned.
@@WesternRAM I have the Galvanized Jacket, but I’m not sure they make it anymore. Calcite is decent, Triolet is nice. Just depends on what you would use it for
Great review, very accurate assessment, based on my use of all three of the jackets. I use the Micro Puff for backpacking, and as a puffy for ski touring when not too cold. I use the Nano just like you as a warm hoody! 😀
I bought that Nano Air (Hooded) at $174.30 (on sale) in 2019. 2 months later I got a non hooded version in great condition from the thrift store for $20 lol. same size same color
A few years ago, I ordered the Nano- Air and it was wonderful; it was almost a wow jacket. The deal-breaker for me was the placement of the hand pockets, which were too high, it felt awkward. I sent it back.
Very informative review, was looking for a mid-layer for my newly purchased Torrentshell 3L XL to replace my old heavier R4 fleece (mild winters around 40F mostly urban-walk-cycle/some travel/some nature) and thnx to your helpful review will go for the packable and very light Nano Puff XL.
Right on! You are going to love the Nano Puff. It is such a versatile and comfortable insulated jacket. Those temps should be easy for it too. Great set up with the Torrentshell! Take care - Sean
Great comparison. I have the three jackets and I agree that the nano-air (I have the light hoodie version) is one of the best garments I ever had. One thing I don´t like is that micro puff has a tighter fit compared to the nano puff (same size) but this fact is not mentioned anywhere. Funny thing...when you said let´s hope the wind does not take away the jacket...when I used the micro puff for the first time I was about to lose it because of that. Thanks to my friend who saw it floating on a river meters away from us. It is so light that you must pay attention with this so, do not leave it unattended!
Glad we are on the same page with this! Also glad your friend had eyes on the Micro Puff! Yep, the Micro Puff is definitely tighter fitting than the Nano Puff. I think the markets are a bit different. Micro more technical and Nano being more casual. Just my take anyways LOL. Take care! - Sean
@@Engearment I think there is a bit of strategy behind it as well...specially when you want to claim "this is our lightest insulated jacket". If you make it smaller you save some grams. Is also great for advertising if you can say it is below 300 g rather than saying it is 320 g...Anyhow it is a good jacket and really really light and warm. Take care too and thanks for the video.
Hello Sean & thanks for the video. Although it's been 3 years, I dare ask : what were you wearing below the jackets ? (Mammut something?) Would the Nano Air go over just T-shirt to act as first warmth layer ? With another layer if conditions get worse (e.g. a down jacket for even more warmth or hardshell if rainy/windy) ? I'll have a look at your written review !
Depends on what the "go-to" is for you. I use the Nano Air often, in conjunction with other layers. If I was to use just one for most uses (daily, casual, and warmth) then it would be the Nano Puff. Hope that helps!
The problem with the Micro Puff is that Patagonia overpriced this piece. Might as well purchase the Nano as a solo jacket or in colder weather throw an outer layer on over the Nano. The Nano is affordable.
Oh man! Lightest weight and warmth - micro puff. Need more warmth and have extra space - macro puff. Want the most comfortable over mild temps - atom lt
@@Engearment awesome ! I 90% of the time while hiking all the way to the 20s I’ll be in long sleeves and be fine so I think I’m gonna go macro for the warmth around camp and walking around Thank you !
I suppose it depends on how warm you run (pun intended! LOL) I really like it for uphill skiing, which is pretty high intensity. So I suppose it could be good for running!
I got my Nano puff in 2016 and it still looks so new now!! I found it not very breathable but considering it’s condition I feel bad to let it go! This should tell you how durable it is 😂. Greetings from Taipei, Taiwan.
Hey Sean, I like 60 degree temps, so I may not be the best to ask LOL. So I would opt for the Nano Air as it breathes so well. If you wanted a bit more warmth, the Micro Puff would be ideal. Hope that helps!
@@Engearment thanks. I'm a bit torn, i used to own an ems microburst jacket. essentially it was a patagonia houdini with a thin fleece inner lining. best jacket ever. zipper broke. no longer made. i tried a comparable marmot ether driclime. semeed good until it literally ripped a seam getting pulled across the edge of a desk. so the durability seemed pretty poor. gave up for a bit but recently figured I'd spend the money and get then nano puff. love everything about it. feels really nice. my only concern is that it isn't as warm as i expected, and i wish it packed even a tiny bit smaller. i don't need a lot of warmth, but sitting in an office under an ac blowing in the 60s is cold for me. moving around I'm fine. but I'm just curious if there is anything warmer at the same size or smaller that is reasonably weather resistant. I'll be using it as my main jacket everywhere. adding a fleece layer underneath as needed. i go through winter using just a fleece and wind shell normally. it's sitting still in the mornings that gets me... but i like to have it in my bag at all times everywhere i go. you think i should stick with the nano puff? or is there any alternatives that are warmer without being bigger or less weather proof? I'm not really concerned with it being for super active sport type use....
Hey Sean, sounds like you have tried several options. You might want to try a down puffy. They pack up a bit smaller and offer great heat to weight ratio. I am doing the review on the OR Coldfront this week. It is super warm, but twice the weight and size of the Nano or Micro Puff. Pretty sure it is overkill for your temps too. I am sure there are other alternatives out there, and I will keep thinking on it!
cool. thanks. I've thought about down, but I've always heard it shouldn't stay compressed for long. this will be fully compressed in my bag 24/7 when I'm not wearing it. also, the nano puff is the absolute biggest that will fit in my bag, and i really don't want a bigger bag either. so that is a good max size. smaller would be fine... the micro puff doesn't look as nice imo as the nano, and costs more. but is it noticeably warmer, or are they practically the same but it's just lighter?
I was sitting on top of a very windy mountain today probably 60F or so and I had a very thin Montbell shirt plus the Nano Puff outside and it worked fine for me. Little chilly but bearable with the combo.
Nano Air vs Airshed vs Nano Air Light Hybrid? I spend 50% of my time in FL & TX (nights in the 60's). Super active & seem to naturally run cold. Which one should I scoop? Obviously you love the N. Air; however, my other two options.. sound lighter?
Ohhhh ya! I like this question. 😊 I would go Nano Air light hybrid. If you can score it. For me at least, that temp with that jacket would be ideal. Airshed would not be warm enough IMHO. I do love the Nano Air though. I don’t know how much lighter the hybrid is, but it sounds like it might be the best option for you. Hope that helps!
@@Engearment Thanks for the swift follow up & insight. Subscribed ☑️! I will keep my eyes peeled. When I discovered your videos; I had gone full "consumer report's Dad" bc I confused myself! I recall now that I ordered the Airshed pullover hoody (XL) in Feb. AND sent it back the same day! I am grateful I not mess it up whilst taking it off. I too have a 46-ish inch chest. Airshed Pro Hooded Pullover: Two steps beyond slim fit (akin to a skim-boarding shirt😂); the "Air" name along with a few of Patagonia's (sub 5% body fat) web models resulted in quite a surprise when I saw it in person... as I was expecting a thin-ish high CFM* (whatever the breathability acronym is) Pullover/Jacket rather than a Patagonia logo on what initially looked like those first super popular Under Amour long sleeves we (everyone who play hs football in the late 90's to early 2000's) wore under our pads for late/post season football games. It would have been a keeper if it had shown up any time before my junior year of college 🤣. The Airshed baseball hat is super solid🤙; however, I can't see the Airshed Pro pullover hoody working for (almost*) any dudes under 6ft and 185 lbs+. It seems to be a speciality hardcore cyclist product. It would help if Patagonia picked a different name without "Air" in it (although I follow that it literally sheds air out the back) 🤷♂️ because the Airshed is NOT going to appeal (or fit) the majority of their loyal consumers like the rockstar offerings that built the "Air" name with the sub-culture of patagonia consumers (Mirco Air Puff, Nano Air Puff, Nano Air hoodys, jackets, pullovers, and vests).
@@danmarshall8420 thanks for the subscribe and thanks for the great note!! I feel you on the fit too. So trim. 😆😆 Good to know on the Airshed hat too! I had a good laugh reading this too. I like your style my friend! 😊🙌 Take care!
A question, I’ve been using the Nano puff in Europe and under around 5/6 degrees Celsius wearing a L/s shirt it’s okay but if it’s warmer around 9 degrees Celsius or higher I start to sweat as the material doesn’t breath. I also find the Nano Air isn’t much better. Would the R1 Air Hoody combined with a Houdini/Houdini Air work better. Thanks.
That is a great question! Although, I love the Nano Air and found that it breathes very well. And the Nano Storm is my favorite for snowy weather. I like the idea of the R1 Air and Houdini Air. We have both over here but I have not thought to use them together. Yet that is! I will try to get a field test on that this week when I get a good splitboard tour in. Keep you posted! - Sean Sewell
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Any recommendations for hiking in snowy and or rain up to maybe 10F? Looking for a good mid layer and shell. Would the nano puff and air be it? Or maybe the torrent shell?
Very nice comparison, Sean! Can’t decide between the Nano Air and the Nano Puff. Maybe I should take em both! 😂 What I like the most about the Nano Air is the fact that it’s stretchy. Underrated feature in terms of outdoor activities imho. Did you ever have the chance to compare the Nano Air to the Atom LT from Arc’teryx?
Thank you! I really appreciate that. I think you should get both! LOL I am all about the stretch and quite material as well. Such a great jacket. I used to own the Atom LT and loved it. I have not had one for several years though. I will reach out to Deadbird and see if we can do a proper comparison video. Thanks for the idea!
The Nano Air is by far the ugliest. Synthetic insulated jacket are definitely nasty-looking compared to down ones, but out of the three I believe the Micro Puff was the best-looking one.