Patagonia ilene 4 Bottoms

Rated: 4 by 39 reviews.

Altrec

You draw the short straw for dig-out duty after a night of howling winds and driving snow. Stay warm and dry in our Capilene® 4's. These highly insulative and ultra-compressible bottoms wick moisture and glide under layers. With a streamlined, brushed-for-softness waistband and a sleek, contoured fit. Made of 50% recycled (and 100% recyclable) polyester from our Common Threads Recycling Program, with a Gladiodor™ natural odor control finish. Imported. Common Threads Recycling ProgramResearch shows that the environmental impact of recycling worn-out Capilene base layers into new polyester fiber is significantly lower than making that same fiber from virgin materials. Taking into account that worn-out garments are diverted from trash incinerators, making new polyester fiber from recycled garments results in an energy savings of 76% and a CO2 emissions [greenhouse gasses] reduction of 71%, versus creating that fiber from new raw material. Capilene® Core Performance®Capilene base layers afford quick-drying, next-to-skin moisture management for all activities in all conditions ? from high-altitude bivies to sun-soaked water sports. Learn more

Features:

  • Basic, four-panel construction pull-on tights
  • Drawcord, elastic waist that's rolled inward for next-to-skin softness
  • Fabric's unique interior grid structure is warm for its weight, moisture-wicking, and highly compressible without being clingy
  • Flat seams for comfort
  • Flat-seam construction with "barely-there" stitching provides clean, finished lookU.3 oz. 50% post-consumer recycled polyester, 48% virgin polyester, 2% spandex impregnated with Gladiodor anti-odor finishQ56 g. (5.5 oz.)
  • Imported.
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers
  • Stretchy comfort and unrestricted mobility with excellent base-layer performance

USOutdoor.com

You draw the short straw for dig-out duty after a night of howling winds and driving snow. Stay warm and dry in the Patagonia Capilene® 4 Baselayer Bottom. These highly insulative and ultra-compressible Capilene 4 bottoms wick moisture and glide under layers. This Patagonia baselayer has a streamlined, brushed-for-softness waistband and a sleek, contoured fit. The Capilene 4 bottom is made from stretchy 100% polyester (50% recycled) with Gladiodor™ natural odor control. This Patagonia baselayer is 100% recyclable through the Patagonia Common Threads Garment Recycling Program. Imported.

A highly insulative but low-bulk performance Patagonia base layer ideal for active legs in very cold conditions.

Features:

  • Basic, four-panel construction pull-on tights
  • Drawcord, elastic waist that's rolled inward for next-to-skin softness
  • Fabric's unique interior grid structure is warm for its weight, moisture-wicking, and highly compressible without being clingy
  • Flat seams for comfort
  • Flat-seam construction with "barely-there" stitching provides clean, finished lookU.3-oz. Polartec® Power Dry®: 98% polyester (50% recycled) and 2% spandex, with Gladiodor™ natural odor control. 100% recyclable through our Common Threads Garment Recycling Program.Q84 g. (6.5 oz.)
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers
  • Stretchy comfort and unrestricted mobility with excellent base-layer performance

Ramsey Outdoor

Stay dry and warm in this stretch baselayer designed for high-output, stop-and-go activities in cold weather. When mountain beauty goes hand-in-hand with cold weather, our warmest performance baselayer will help keep you dry and warm. Capilene 4 Bottoms are stretchy and compressible. Their smooth jersey exterior glides easily beneath layers. A cozy internal grid traps warmth, wicks moisture, and is highly breathable, while the brushed-elastic waistband is soft against skin. Made from 5.3-oz Polartec® Power Dry®: 93% polyester (54% recycled) with 7% spandex and Gladiodor® natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

Features:

  • Brushed elastic waistband is exposed for next-to-skin softness.
  • Fabric offers excellent stretch, breathability and mobility.
  • Fabric's interior grid gives warmth, wicks moisture and is highly compressible.
  • Flat-seam construction provides clean, finished look with fine thread for barely there seaming.
  • Imported.
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers.
  • Traditional, 4-panel construction pull-on tights.
  • Trim fit cut.U.3-oz Polartec® Power Dry®: 98% polyester (50% recycled) 2% spandex featuring Gladiodor™ natural odor control; 100% recyclable through our Common Threads Recycling Program.Q84 g (6.5 oz).

Berg's Ski Shop

Stay dry and warm in Capilene®  4 stretch base-layer bottoms from Patagonia designed for high-output, stop-and-go activities in cold weather.
Patagonia's Capilene®  4 bottoms, is Patagonia's warmest synthetic baselayer. The stretchy fabric offers great breathability and compressibility; interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk and confers warmth, while the smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layers. These highly insulative and ultra-compressible bottoms are the most amazing bottoms. With a streamlined, brushed-for-softness waistband and a sleek, contoured fit. Made of 50% recycled (and 100% recyclable) polyester from our Common Threads Recycling Program, with a Gladiodor™ natural odor control finish.
Features
  • Stretchy comfort and unrestricted mobility with excellent base-layer performance
  • Fabric's unique interior grid structure is warm for its weight, moisture-wicking, and highly compressible
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers
  • Four-panel construction pull-on tights
  • Flat seams for comfort
  • Drawcord, elastic waist that is brushed for next-to-skin softness
  • Flat-seam construction with "barely-there" stitching provides clean, finished look
  • 5.3 oz. 50% post-consumer recycled polyester, 48% virgin polyester, 2% spandex impregnated with Gladiodor™ anti-odor finish
  • 184 g. (6.5 oz.)
  • Imported.

Patagonia

For sufferfests like the Grand in January, a pair of these warm bottoms will add a bright side to your grief. Our warmest synthetic performance baselayer, Capilene 4 fabric is stretchy and compressible. Its smooth jersey exterior glides easily beneath layers, and the cozy internal grid traps warmth, wicks moisture, and is highly breathable. With a brushed-elastic waistband that's soft against skin. Made from 5.3-oz Polartec® Power Dry® 93% polyester (50% recycled)/7% spandex, with Gladiodor® natural odor control for the garment. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

Features:

  • Elastic waistband is brushed for next-to-skin softnessU.3-oz Polartec® Power Dry® 93% polyester (50% recycled)/7% spandex, with Gladiodor® natural odor control for the garment. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling ProgramQ84 g (6.5 oz)
  • Interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk and provides warmth
  • Made in Costa Rica.
  • Our warmest baselayer fabric, Capilene 4 offers stretch, great breathability and compressibility
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layersT-panel construction, pull-on tights

Rock/Creek Outfitters

The Men's Capilene 4 Bottoms by Patagonia will help you stay dry and warm in this stretch baselayer designed for high-output, stop-and-go activities in cold weather.
When mountain beauty goes hand-in-hand with cold weather, Patagonia's warmest performance baselayer will help keep you dry and warm. Capilene 4 Bottoms are stretchy and compressible. Their smooth jersey exterior glides easily beneath layers. A cozy internal grid traps warmth, wicks moisture, and is highly breathable, while the brushed-elastic waistband is soft against skin. Made from 5.3-oz Polartec Power Dry¨: 93% polyester (54% recycled) with 7% spandex and Gladiodor natural odor control.
Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.

Features:

  • Elastic waistband is brushed for next-to-skin softness
  • Interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk and provides warmth
  • Made in Costa Rica.
  • Our warmest synthetic baselayer, Capilene 4 fabric offers stretch, great breathability and compressibility
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layersT-panel construction, pull-on tights

Massey's Outfitters

When mountain beauty comes hand-in-hand with cold weather, our warmest performance baselayer will help keep you dry and warm. Capilene 4 Bottoms are stretchy and compressible. Their smooth jersey exterior glides easily beneath layers. A cozy internal grid traps warmth, wicks moisture and is highly breathable, while the brushed-elastic waistband is soft against skin. Made from 5.3-oz Polartec Power Dry polyester (54% recycled) with Gladiodor natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program.
Our warmest synthetic baselayer, Capilene 4's stretchy fabric offers great breathability and compressibility | Interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk and confers warmth | Smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layers | Four-panel construction, pull-on tights | Elastic waistband is brushed for next-to-skin softness
5.3-oz Polartec Power Dry 92% polyester (54% recycled)/8% spandex with Gladiodor natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program
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Moosejaw (Spring 2010)

The Men's Capilene 4 Bottoms by Patagonia is stay dry and warm in this stretch baselayer for high-output, stop-and-go activities in cold weather

FEATURES of the Men's Capilene 4 Bottoms by Patagonia

SPECIFICATIONS:

Features:

  • Dimensions: (6.5 oz) 184 g
  • Elastic waistband is brushed for next-to-skin softness
  • Interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk and provides warmth
  • Our warmest baselayer fabric, Capilene 4 offers stretch, great breathability and compressibility
  • Slim fit
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layersT-panel construction, pull-on tights
  • This product can only be shipped within the United States. Please don't hate us.

Mountain Gear

Keep your muscles warm and working with the low bulk, yet super-insulating Capilene 4 bottoms from Patagonia that crank up the thermostat for your mountaineering or backcountry adventures. Capilene fabric ensures a long lasting, quick-wicking, fast-drying, and smooth finish under any layer.

Features:

  • Contoured fit
  • Flat-seams and brushed waistband keep the comfort live
  • Gladiodor fabric finish reduces odors through natural amino acid denaturing
  • Stretchy fabric allows dynamic moves and extra layering to keep you out when everyone else has gone home
  • Traditional, four-panel construction pull-on tights
  • Unique interior grid structure increases wicking and warmth

SummitHut.com

A highly insulative but low-bulk performance baselayer ideal for active legs in very cold conditions

Features:

  • Brushed elastic waistband is exposed for next-to-skin softness
  • Fabric has stretchy comfort, breathability and unrestricted mobility with excellent base-layer performance
  • Fabric's unique interior grid structure is warm for its weight, moisture-wicking, and highly compressible without being clingy
  • Flat-seam construction provides clean, finished look with fine thread for barely there seaming
  • Gladiodor natural odor control
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily against overlayers

Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

Stay dry and warm in the stretchy Capilene® 4 Bottoms, Patagonia's® warmest baselayer for high-output, stop-and-go activities in very cold weather.

Features:

  • Brushed-elastic waistband is soft against the skin
  • Cozy internal grid traps warmth, wicks moisture, and trims bulk
  • Four-panel construction; pull-on tights
  • Gladiodor® natural odor control
  • Made of synthetic Polartec® Power Dry® with great stretch, breathability, and warmth
  • Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program
  • Slim fit
  • Smooth jersey exterior glides easily between layers

Backcountry.com

The highly insulating Patagonia Men's Capilene 4 Bottoms are made for very cold conditions. When the mercury keeps dropping, but you're not changing your plans for that Nordic ski tour or afternoon of ice climbing, wear the Capilene 4 Bottoms. The fabric stretches for easy moving, and the contoured fit moves comfortably under your hardshell pants.


Oregon Mountain Community

Ultra-warm and highly breathable, fast-wicking Patagonia Capilene® 4 Bottoms excel at sweat-laden sports like alpine climbing or ski mountaineering; but also moonlight nicely as sleepwear. Super compressible, their internal grid feels soft against the skin, and the smooth jersey exterior glides easily beneath layers. With a streamlined, brushed-for-softness waistband and a sleek, trim fit.


O2GearShop.com (Fall 2009)

Stay dry and warm in this stretch baselayer designed for high-output, stop-and-go activities in cold weather.

Features:

  • Elastic waistband is brushed for next-to-skin softnessQ84 g (6.5 oz)
  • Interior grid wicks moisture, trims bulk and provides warmth
  • Made in Costa Rica.
  • Our warmest synthetic baselayer, Capilene 4 fabric offers stretch, great breathability and compressibility
  • Smooth jersey face slides easily beneath layersT-panel construction, pull-on tights

This description was also provided by: Appalachain Outdoors

Avg. Weight:184 g (6.5 oz)
Country of Origin:United States
Fabric:5.3-oz Polartec Power Dry 93% polyester; (50% recycled), 7% spandex; with Gladiodor natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program
Fabric Description:5.3-oz Polartec¨ Power Dry¨: 93% polyester (50% recycled)/7% spandex, with Gladiodor¨ natural odor control. Recyclable through the Common Threads Recycling Program
Fit:Slim fit.
Insulation:Expedition
Long Underwear Weight:Heavyweight
Material:50% Recycled fiber polyester, 48% virgin polyester, 2% spandex
Patagonia Product Number:43505
Weight:6.5 oz.
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Patagonia ilene 4 Bottoms Reviews Summary:

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Positive Reviews:

nice but costly

Rating:****
great for active sports in the winter (below 30 degrees) like skiing or hiking or less strenuous activities in the fall/spring (30-45 degrees), also depends on wind speed. They are very comfortable to wear, easy to move in, and very lightweight. If you are in really cold weather (10 degrees or less) and/or it is real windy, you will need additional insulation. The only negatives for me is the cost and they are not warm enough on their own in below zero weather (unless there is no wind and you stay moving). I thought since this is their warmest rated (Capilene 4) then they would be good for below zero weather on their own so I was a bit disappointed about that but when worn in the right weather, they are awesome! There is no fly on them which is also very nice.
majestic1 at Patagonia on 12/15/2008

A bit wide in the leg

Rating:****
I think I have a standard body size, 5'10, 175lbs, 10.5" shoe, 44" chest, 16.5" neck, 34" waist. So I was surprised to try these pants in a size large and the legs were loose, I'd expected a clingy pant. Mind you I'm not talking MC Hammer pants here...but at the same time I wouldn't put these into the "form fitting" or "tights" category. Part of me wanted to trade them in for a set of mediums but the waist is already snug. My fitting room problems aside, the Capilene 4 is an ace material for cold weather wicking and provides all the flexible movement you could ask for. Toss these on under a set of insulated pants and a pant shell and you are ready to take out the skis or snow shoes.
Geoff at Moosejaw (Spring 2010) on 01/20/1910

Must Have!

Rating:*****
I ordered these after fishing this past thanksgiving with my brother for redfish here in SC. The whole trip i was freezing cold and promised my self that that would be the last time i was like that. The first place i stopped was here on moosjaw and started to read reviews. I got the capilene 4's because of what i read. I must say these things keep me mighty warm during transit on my boat. Not having tried the other capilene i cant talk for them. Also, i decided to wear these out when it was in the 30's degrees under my jeans... i was super warm and sometimes inside the bar a bit to warm. would highly recomend
Jeffrey at Moosejaw (Spring 2010) on 12/13/2009

Nice enough but nothing remarkable

Rating:****
The material is good; on the thicker/warmer side for a base layer but breathable due to the fabric's grid structure. These would make nice layering tights. They're looser than form-fitting but fit closer than most "loose tights" designed for running, etc. The waist band is separate flat elastic (like a pair of briefs). Maybe using the same fabric as the rest of the garment to cover the elastic would make it look a little less like underwear. My one complaint was that one leg was about one inch shorter than the other. Functionally this probably doesn't matter but aesthetically, it bugged me enough to return them.
Anonymous at Altrec on 03/16/2007

High quality, not extremely warm

Rating:****
I live in Milwaukee, where it gets very cold, so I wanted a base layer to wear when getting outside. This high quality product does the job, but is also great standalone, to wear around the house or when sleeping. It is a little loose, not as tight as Patagonia lightweight bottoms of the same size. I would have rated it five stars, but when it gets colder (under 40 F) this base layer may not suffice, even though it is rated Capilene 4, in which case I have to combine it with Patagonia lightweight bottoms on the inside.
Anonymous at Altrec on 10/08/2006

Finally!

Rating:*****
I've been waiting for three decades for these! They are warm, soft, comfortable and durable. We have 4 Weimeraners in our home and one is a 6 week old puppy. Lesser garments have been shredded in no time. These have stood the test and tho not sold as leisure wear have remained form fitting and comfortable without pilling and unraveling. They should be issued at birth to all humans who live far enough away from the equator! I never imagined paying $65 for long underwear bottoms but I'm so glad I did! Jay
iamj2u at Patagonia on 01/15/2010

Utah Snowboarding

Rating:*****
A week long trip to Utah with solid snowboarding for three out of the four days the men's capilene #4 bottoms performed beautifully. Taking a stint into more of a vagabond the bottoms were merely dried by the fire on a nightly basis and provided the solid layer of protection I needed while enjoying three of Utah's finest mountains and backcountry destinations. They will even give you the courage for 30ft cliff drops knowing that if all else fails, you'll at least have your lower half covered.
runsintotrees at Patagonia on 02/15/2009

The best I have bought

Rating:*****
I bought these to go on a photo shoot in Romania, and I would have to say this is the warmest layer I have ever bought. I tend to do a lot of standing around waiting- and I was never cold, and actually sometimes I got too hot and had to remove a layer! I highly recommend these to anyone going out in the cold or hates the cold!
fletcher jackson at Altrec on 07/31/2008

Windy City Wear

Rating:*****

I purchased a couple pair to brave the cold winds of Chicago. I was concerned about my knees getting cold and stiff. The fit is very comfortable; there is no cinching in the waist, cutting up the crotch, or itching. They are very comfortable indoors and outdoors. I did not even feel the Chicago winds!

1 MOOR at Backcountry.com on 03/05/2009
Rating:*****
Purchased these to replace a vintage (20 year old) pair of Lifa polypro bottoms. They've performed great, from skiing the Rockies to early morning dog park outings at 10 degrees. Hopefully they'll last as long as the one's they're replacing. Bought the large size, but might have been fine with medium (35 inch waist).
pford at Patagonia on 01/12/2009
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Negative Reviews:

a mans long john pant for the coldest of temps and NO fly...

Rating:**
this just doesn't make sense to me.. these are for the COLDEST of temps and uses yet there is NO FLY... so, Patagonia must believe that when in the most extreme of conditions these are to be used in that a man should have to drop everything JUST to relieve himself....when asked, Patagonia customer service said "many men" now want to wear these as PJ's or to jog in and thats why they removed the fly on the current model... Patagonia must now only cater to the "metrosexual" couple of hours a weekend outdoors types and has forsaken the professional guides, fisherman, lumberjacks, patrollers and instructors and every other hard working man.. those metro types should just invest in regular PJ's or running pants and Patagonia needs to go back to it's roots of designing/providing quality gear for "outdoor" users... they were awesome bottoms when they had a fly, fairly useless now for extended cold, cold times (even worse when one remembers needing to have to drink lots of fluids to stay warm/hydrated)... try the Browning Hunderwear, they have a fly in expd weight bottoms....
Aksotar at Altrec on 03/27/2008

Neutral Reviews:

Not as warm as I thought

Rating:***

Fit: 6-4; 235; 36 inch waist. 35/36 inch inseam. XL fit pretty well. A little looser than I wanted, but I have a feeling the small would've been too tight in the thighs and butt.

Performance: Not as absolutely warm during periods of inactivity as I was hoping for. My first experience with Capilene. Seems better suited to active pursuits. I wore it beneath a pair of shorts for a run on a 30 degree morning and was fine - warm and dry. I wore it beneath a heavy overalls and jeans on a few 15 degree nights where it was stop and go at work and froze when I wasn't laboring.

Murphout at Backcountry.com on 01/23/2007

Good, but not the best Capilene product that I've seen.

Rating:***
..Got these for Christmas to add to the Capilene arsenal 5 pieces from Cap 1-4 now, and I have to say.. For once I'm not totally impressed. My biggest beefs No easy access for the unit, and the ankle cuffs are very loose with excess material. This makes the snowboarding functionality a pain.. Too much material bunched up in boots causes pain, and the rest stops in the trees require a full trow drop. Not fun in blowing -20 whiteout to say the least! If I had to do over, I would go with a Cap 3 + Cap 2 bottom for versatility.
Mark at Moosejaw (Spring 2010) on 12/28/2007

not so warm, no fly!

Rating:***
Supposedly, since the polyester fibers "wick perspiration away from your skin," this underwear should be warmer than cotton underwear in certain situations. However under normal conditions, I have found heavyweight all-cotton long underwear to be warmer. These Cap 4 bottoms do NOT have a fly. Makes them inconvenient.
Anonymous at Altrec on 05/08/2009

Not too much warmer then cap3

Rating:***

these pants are high quality, they however are not that much warmer then capilene 3 pants. If you are looking for a very warm baselayer pant look elsewhere.

Rick Willauer at Backcountry.com on 12/29/2008