As is often the case with Columbia apparel, the Park View Fleece prioritizes function over form and fashion, and at first glance it can seem like pretty everyday item. This top is much more technical than it first appears, however, and I have been particularly impressed with its versatility. Fairly thin for a fleece, it’s armed with Omniwick tech that makes it ideal for wearing during active pursuits ranging from hiking and biking, right through to climbing and canoeing.
The Columbia Park View Fleece is intended as an outerwear garment during the summer months and into fall, when it’s perfect for chilly mornings and post-sunset hangouts at the crag and camp. It’s also an ideal midlayer that works without adding too much bulk when you wear it over a and beneath a , , or in spring, late fall and winter. Available in a spectrum of colors for men and women, the Columbia Park View Fleece is constructed entirely from polyester (although, sadly, none of it appears to be recycled, which is disappointing for any modern synthetic garment, but especially a fleece).
With a smooth outer face, the inner features the grid pattern of Columbia’s fabric technology, which is designed to promote moisture management during dynamic activities – so when you work up a sweat on the hills, trails and crags, it is to the outside of the garment, meaning you’re not left feeling uncomfortably damp or at risk of getting cold due to wind chill. There’s no hood on this full-zip top, but it boas.
