Patagonia Softshells

For the days that can't make up their mind. Patagonia softshell jackets block wind, shrug off showers and stretch with you on the move, made from durable recycled fabrics for changeable hills.

Patagonia
Men's R2 Techface Hooded Jacket
Softshells

Weighs 520 g
High-loft double weave
Under-helmet hood

Treeline Green
In stock

Regular price €240⁰⁰

Patagonia softshells for active, breezy days

A softshell fills the gap between a fleece and a waterproof, offering wind resistance and weather-shedding comfort with the stretch and breathability to keep moving. Patagonia builds these for activity, using durable, flexible fabrics that suit dry, cool and breezy days on the hill or the crag.

Softshells trade full waterproofing for breathability

A softshell sheds wind and light showers while breathing far better than a hard shell, which keeps you comfortable when you are working hard. They suit dry, cool and blustery conditions rather than sustained rain. Understanding that trade-off is the key to getting the most from one.

Stretch fabrics move with you

The fabrics used across the range flex with your body, so a softshell never restricts a big reach or a high step. That makes them a favourite for climbing, scrambling and fast hiking where freedom of movement matters. It is comfort you feel most on technical ground.

The R1 TechFace bridges fleece and shell

Styles like the R1 TechFace combine a warm, breathable interior with a tough, wind-resistant face, so a single layer does the job of a fleece and a light shell. That makes it a versatile mid-to-outer layer for cool, active days. For many people it becomes a go-to jacket three seasons of the year.

Softshells work as a mid-layer or an outer

Worn on their own in dry, breezy weather or under a waterproof when rain arrives, softshells slot flexibly into a layering system. The cut is designed to layer cleanly either way. That adaptability is why a softshell rarely sits in the wardrobe for long.

Frequently asked questions

Are Patagonia softshells waterproof?

Softshells are wind-resistant and shed light showers, but they are not fully waterproof. They breathe far better than a hard shell, so for active days in dry or showery conditions they are ideal, while sustained rain calls for a waterproof.

When should I wear a softshell?

A softshell is at its best on dry, cool, breezy and active days, such as climbing, scrambling or fast hiking, where breathability and freedom of movement matter more than full waterproofing.

How do I wash a Patagonia softshell?

Wash on a gentle cold cycle without fabric softener, then tumble dry on low. A warm tumble or a reproofing treatment helps restore the water-repellent finish when water stops beading.

How wind-resistant and breathable are Patagonia softshells?

Softshells are built to block wind and stretch with you, which makes them a great choice for cool, active days when a hardshell would feel stiff and clammy. The face fabric shrugs off wind and light showers while letting body heat and sweat escape, so you stay comfortable working hard. The trade-off is that they are water-resistant rather than waterproof, so heavy rain still calls for a shell.

Can I collect orders in store?

Yes, choose Click & Collect at checkout. Orders are usually ready within 24 hours and you will get an email when ready. Available from our Dublin Carrickmines, Dublin Blanchardstown and Cork City Centre stores.

Do you offer free delivery on orders?

Yes, we offer free standard delivery on all orders over €100.

Where are your stores located?

We have four stores across Ireland: Dublin Carrickmines, Dublin Blanchardstown, Cork City Centre and Arnotts Dublin.