Last updated at 12/03/2024 14:05:02
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Summary: Light, easy on/off light weight windbreaker that stuffs into its own pouch. Convenient, easy every day carry for running and hiking.Likes: Folds into its own front pouch, easy in and out. Simply reverse the pouch, pull in the half-zip, and zip closed. To use, unzip and pull out windbreaker revealing pouch and kangaroo pockets. Fits true to size and lets me layer in a fleece Abrazo half-zip underneath. The water resistance works well and the light weight taffeta keeps wind at bay. I live at the base of a mountain in Utah, and found it works when rain refreezes and sleets down and melts on you that the Teca half-zip kept me warm and dry on my morning hikes. Freedom of movement is great from overhead movements and hiking in rocky terrain. The colors let my ... MoreSummary: Light, easy on/off light weight windbreaker that stuffs into its own pouch. Convenient, easy every day carry for running and hiking.Likes: Folds into its own front pouch, easy in and out. Simply reverse the pouch, pull in the half-zip, and zip closed. To use, unzip and pull out windbreaker revealing pouch and kangaroo pockets. Fits true to size and lets me layer in a fleece Abrazo half-zip underneath. The water resistance works well and the light weight taffeta keeps wind at bay. I live at the base of a mountain in Utah, and found it works when rain refreezes and sleets down and melts on you that the Teca half-zip kept me warm and dry on my morning hikes. Freedom of movement is great from overhead movements and hiking in rocky terrain. The colors let my family easily find me if we get separated on a trail. The material is quiet and does not distract from the nature outdoors. The kangaroo pocket provides a quick place to warm my hands and keep them dry. I store my large 6.8" screen mobile phone in the zipper pocket with room to spare for a fleece hat and gloves. Super convenient! Love the ability to layer with the windbreaker. Love Cotopaxi's mission and looking forward to exploring their other apparel.Dislikes - noneRecommendation - If you like EDC and want a convenient water repellant windbreaker. Give the Teca Half-Zip Windbreaker a try. Great company so far, great communication.
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It's the perfect weight for fending off the windchill from biking on those early fall/late spring mornings that aren't chilly enough for a sweatshirt. Literally my only complaint is that the fabric seems to rip easily. One time I put my hands in the pockets apparently a little too vigorously, and the material ripped about half an inch up from the bottom edge of the pocket. It didn't even rip along a seam. I've never had this problem with Cotopaxi clothing before, so I was pretty disappointed. It's a nice enough windbreaker that I'm going to repair it, but it definitely loses a star.
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This product is very good at what it does, but definitely isn't the end-all-be-all. Super lightweight, incredibly compactable (I often stuff it into the leg pockets of my shorts), and does a fair job protecting from light rain & wind. It is definitely not breathable especially compared to other rain jackets with pit zips, but it's not trying to replace your rain jacket. It is perfect for windy and foggy or slightly drizzly conditions. Also provides a fair amount of warmth - just expect to shed it when you start sweating. Love the pockets and the quarter zip is big enough that I can take it off with a helmet on, which is very very nice. Doesn't do everything, but does what it tries to do very well. The colors are also very fun!
| Fit | Loose |
| Season | Spring-Summer 2023 |
Summary: Light, easy on/off light weight windbreaker that stuffs into its own pouch. Convenient, easy every day carry for running and hiking.Likes: Folds into its own front pouch, easy in and out. Simply reverse the pouch, pull in the half-zip, and zip closed. To use, unzip and pull out windbreaker revealing pouch and kangaroo pockets. Fits true to size and lets me layer in a fleece Abrazo half-zip underneath. The water resistance works well and the light weight taffeta keeps wind at bay. I live at the base of a mountain in Utah, and found it works when rain refreezes and sleets down and melts on you that the Teca half-zip kept me warm and dry on my morning hikes. Freedom of movement is great from overhead movements and hiking in rocky terrain. The colors let my ... MoreSummary: Light, easy on/off light weight windbreaker that stuffs into its own pouch. Convenient, easy every day carry for running and hiking.Likes: Folds into its own front pouch, easy in and out. Simply reverse the pouch, pull in the half-zip, and zip closed. To use, unzip and pull out windbreaker revealing pouch and kangaroo pockets. Fits true to size and lets me layer in a fleece Abrazo half-zip underneath. The water resistance works well and the light weight taffeta keeps wind at bay. I live at the base of a mountain in Utah, and found it works when rain refreezes and sleets down and melts on you that the Teca half-zip kept me warm and dry on my morning hikes. Freedom of movement is great from overhead movements and hiking in rocky terrain. The colors let my family easily find me if we get separated on a trail. The material is quiet and does not distract from the nature outdoors. The kangaroo pocket provides a quick place to warm my hands and keep them dry. I store my large 6.8" screen mobile phone in the zipper pocket with room to spare for a fleece hat and gloves. Super convenient! Love the ability to layer with the windbreaker. Love Cotopaxi's mission and looking forward to exploring their other apparel.Dislikes - noneRecommendation - If you like EDC and want a convenient water repellant windbreaker. Give the Teca Half-Zip Windbreaker a try. Great company so far, great communication.
It's the perfect weight for fending off the windchill from biking on those early fall/late spring mornings that aren't chilly enough for a sweatshirt. Literally my only complaint is that the fabric seems to rip easily. One time I put my hands in the pockets apparently a little too vigorously, and the material ripped about half an inch up from the bottom edge of the pocket. It didn't even rip along a seam. I've never had this problem with Cotopaxi clothing before, so I was pretty disappointed. It's a nice enough windbreaker that I'm going to repair it, but it definitely loses a star.
This product is very good at what it does, but definitely isn't the end-all-be-all. Super lightweight, incredibly compactable (I often stuff it into the leg pockets of my shorts), and does a fair job protecting from light rain & wind. It is definitely not breathable especially compared to other rain jackets with pit zips, but it's not trying to replace your rain jacket. It is perfect for windy and foggy or slightly drizzly conditions. Also provides a fair amount of warmth - just expect to shed it when you start sweating. Love the pockets and the quarter zip is big enough that I can take it off with a helmet on, which is very very nice. Doesn't do everything, but does what it tries to do very well. The colors are also very fun!
I just received my Teca Half-Zip and loving it so far. I've always been interested in Cotopaxi garments, but never made the jump because I don't like puffers and those have been a big part of their line for a long time. And a few years ago I worked for Patagonia for a little while and always felt like their puffers were 'extra puffy' or 'over stuffed' is maybe the right term? Here in San Francisco... now heading into the winter, rainy season, life outdoors is all about layering because the temperature and fog/mist levels change so much during the day. So I got this Teca and I have really loved it. True to size, it fits very nicely and I have don't have to 'mess with it' while I have it on, I can fold it up small in my backpack when I don't have it on, and it is so ... MoreI just received my Teca Half-Zip and loving it so far. I've always been interested in Cotopaxi garments, but never made the jump because I don't like puffers and those have been a big part of their line for a long time. And a few years ago I worked for Patagonia for a little while and always felt like their puffers were 'extra puffy' or 'over stuffed' is maybe the right term? Here in San Francisco... now heading into the winter, rainy season, life outdoors is all about layering because the temperature and fog/mist levels change so much during the day. So I got this Teca and I have really loved it. True to size, it fits very nicely and I have don't have to 'mess with it' while I have it on, I can fold it up small in my backpack when I don't have it on, and it is so light you barely notice it. But then, its hard to 'not notice' a Cotopaxi garment, the colors are bright and original and the color combinations are almost completely unexpected. I think Cotopaxi use and combination of colors is their signature... no other company can do it like they do. The one very minor issue I've had is that the zipper on the 'kangaroo' pouch pocket catches on the fabric flap above it... so I have to be kinda cafeful there that it doesn't snag. Very happy with this and will be back for more.
A very well made jacket. I wouldn't change anything about it other then I feel like $80 is on the steep side for a thin windbreaker. I would have given 5 stars if it was priced better. I feel like they could also have provided a color option that was nuetral (grey's, blacks, whites) as I'm not a huge fan of these strange color groupings. I do like how it fits though. I'm a big dude at 6'4 220 and it has a great fit. Usually I have to find something extremly large to fit my long arms, but then it's overly baggy through the middle (because I don't have a fat gut, haha). This jacket has a nice mid to slim fit in the center while still having great flexing throughout the back, and conforms without being restrictive. The sleeve ends and the waist are perfect, not too ... MoreA very well made jacket. I wouldn't change anything about it other then I feel like $80 is on the steep side for a thin windbreaker. I would have given 5 stars if it was priced better. I feel like they could also have provided a color option that was nuetral (grey's, blacks, whites) as I'm not a huge fan of these strange color groupings. I do like how it fits though. I'm a big dude at 6'4 220 and it has a great fit. Usually I have to find something extremly large to fit my long arms, but then it's overly baggy through the middle (because I don't have a fat gut, haha). This jacket has a nice mid to slim fit in the center while still having great flexing throughout the back, and conforms without being restrictive. The sleeve ends and the waist are perfect, not too tight but not loose either. Essentially it fits well without restricing movement, it doesn't look like you're wearing a big oversized colored trash bag with a hood, lol. The material is on the thin side, which is what I was looking for. Don't expect this to be a warm coat.
I had NO excuse to buy this men’s Cotopaxi windbreaker, just as I had NO excuse to buy the little cross-body bags for my cousin and me (we are both women). I already had a women’s Cotopaxi windbreaker…but this particular color-combo had every one of my favorite colors all together, and to resist such a gift from the universe seemed impossible. So: one windbreaker for dress-up and one for biking! The fit is just right, with plenty of room to easily slide over my sweatshirt or sweater, and the elastic bottom is just snug enough. The front pocket is perfectly roomy enough to carry my lunch, wallet and keys with room to spare. I haven’t yet tried to see if the hood can fit over a bicycle helmet, but if not, it can certainly fit under one! And having used a Cotopaxi bag ... MoreI had NO excuse to buy this men’s Cotopaxi windbreaker, just as I had NO excuse to buy the little cross-body bags for my cousin and me (we are both women). I already had a women’s Cotopaxi windbreaker…but this particular color-combo had every one of my favorite colors all together, and to resist such a gift from the universe seemed impossible. So: one windbreaker for dress-up and one for biking! The fit is just right, with plenty of room to easily slide over my sweatshirt or sweater, and the elastic bottom is just snug enough. The front pocket is perfectly roomy enough to carry my lunch, wallet and keys with room to spare. I haven’t yet tried to see if the hood can fit over a bicycle helmet, but if not, it can certainly fit under one! And having used a Cotopaxi bag for over a year and great distances, I’m certain this windbreaker will also be my go-to gloriously-colored shield to wear over my other layers, whether the wind blows or not!
I was just getting out the door to take my bird dog for his afternoon one mile walk when I saw the mail truck pulling away from my mailbox at the end of the driveway. I stopped to check the mail and there was the carboard mailer with the Teca half-zip windbreaker inside. I had on a light hoodie and it was just beginning to drizzle. At 48 degrees it did not feel pleasant. So I opened up the package and pulled on the windbreaker right there with the tags still attached. It fit great. I liked the pouch in front to put my hand in that was not holding the dog leash. The windbreaker kept me dry and warm despite the light drizzly rain. When I got back my wife asked me where I got the great looking windbreaker. She actually then wore it out later to meet up with her sister ... MoreI was just getting out the door to take my bird dog for his afternoon one mile walk when I saw the mail truck pulling away from my mailbox at the end of the driveway. I stopped to check the mail and there was the carboard mailer with the Teca half-zip windbreaker inside. I had on a light hoodie and it was just beginning to drizzle. At 48 degrees it did not feel pleasant. So I opened up the package and pulled on the windbreaker right there with the tags still attached. It fit great. I liked the pouch in front to put my hand in that was not holding the dog leash. The windbreaker kept me dry and warm despite the light drizzly rain. When I got back my wife asked me where I got the great looking windbreaker. She actually then wore it out later to meet up with her sister who also thought the windbreaker looked great. I have only had it one day but so far it has been nothing but awesome and I highly recommend it.
I read through tons of reviews that stated this product ran small, and to size up. I typically wear a medium and against my better judgment, I succeeded to the previous reviews, and went up a size to a Large. *Regret* In my case, a medium would have fit me perfect (( 5'9"-155#)). The large still fits *decent, but a medium would have be the correct size. The large is just too long in the torso. I mainly purchased this product to wear over my trail running vest, so maybe having a Large isn't too big of a deal.*Super super light weight*Easily compacts into my running vest pouch*Cool color pattern
Weighs almost nothing really and folds small (as big as its internal pocket) and you can fold that in half again, compress out the air and it will fit into most of Cotopaxi's waist packs and pouches. I've machine washed them many times and air dried fine, the water repellency still works. I got 2 on rotation and 1 each for the men in my household. They normally like solid single colors but don't seem to mind the mish mash of colors on these. They also make great gifts because they fold small and won't use much wrapping paper. Though thin, the material does an excellent job in keeping both rain and wind out. A tip: buy 1-2 sizes bigger if you often carry day packs so they can also cover them in a jiffy.
I have several pieces of Cotopaxi gear and all were purchased with my own money.I wear this piece to the beaches and hiking in the hills around San Diego, CA and it is a solid piece of kit.Soft polyester that doesn't feel overly garbage bag-y but doesn't breath as well as the Patagonia Houdini. A moisture wicking shirt or baselayer will help a lot in this department. There is also a vent at the pack to help dump heat and moisture. The Teca is very lightweight, thin, and packable just like the Houdini. The material is also on the louder side of synthetic fabrics. YKK Vislon zipper at the half zip is smooth and sturdy. The cover over the kangaroo pouch zip is stiffened or doubled over to reduce snagging on that YKK zipper as well.The anorak style and pocket on the ... MoreI have several pieces of Cotopaxi gear and all were purchased with my own money.I wear this piece to the beaches and hiking in the hills around San Diego, CA and it is a solid piece of kit.Soft polyester that doesn't feel overly garbage bag-y but doesn't breath as well as the Patagonia Houdini. A moisture wicking shirt or baselayer will help a lot in this department. There is also a vent at the pack to help dump heat and moisture. The Teca is very lightweight, thin, and packable just like the Houdini. The material is also on the louder side of synthetic fabrics. YKK Vislon zipper at the half zip is smooth and sturdy. The cover over the kangaroo pouch zip is stiffened or doubled over to reduce snagging on that YKK zipper as well.The anorak style and pocket on the Teca is very welcome and lets me carry more things than just a chapstick in the oft too-small-to-use-anyway chest pocket of many windbreakers (Patagonia Houdini) like snacks and a small camera. The elastic binding around the hem and cuffs is stretchy and well stitched. The cuffs function well at keeping gusts out but not as well as others. Seams are not stitched flat but lay flat and are not uncomfortable. Mobility is great and the hem hugs the body for the little ride it does take upwards if you stretch your arms up.The Teca cuts wind very well as one might hope and is very resistant to mist and light drizzles. It will wet out relatively quickly and isn't designed for sustained exposure to rain. The colorways are fantastic if you like bold and bright. I have the "Sea Salt" and love how it slips in with my existing wardrobe. I am 5'10, 165lbs and the medium fits extremely well. It's not too box-y and not quite as slim fitting as the Houdini.Overall, the Teca does what it advertises and looks very good doing it. If you like bold colors and functional kit, I don't think you will be disappointed with this windbreaker.
| Fit | Loose |
| Season | Spring-Summer 2023 |
The Teca is a highly packable, weather-resistant layer that's ideal for windy ridge hikes, breezy bike rides, and minimalist travels. It's made with panels of DWR-treated repurposed ripstop nylon and features a large front kangaroo pocket, a front flap pocket, and an internal phone pocket that doubles as a stuff sack. Additionally, its form-fitting scuba hood and front zip help you batten down the hatches when the winds kick up. Repurposed polyester taffeta with DWR finish. Elastic bindings at hood, cuffs, and hem. Back panel vent. Front kangaroo pocket with flap.
The Teca is a highly packable, weather-resistant layer that's ideal for windy ridge hikes, breezy bike rides, and minimalist travels. It's made with panels of DWR-treated repurposed ripstop nylon and features a large front kangaroo pocket, a front flap pocket, and an internal phone pocket that doubles as a stuff sack. Additionally, its form-fitting scuba hood and front zip help you batten down the hatches when the winds kick up. Repurposed polyester taffeta with DWR finish. Elastic bindings at hood, cuffs, and hem. Back panel vent. Front kangaroo pocket with flap.
The Teca is a highly packable, weather-resistant layer that's ideal for windy ridge hikes, breezy bike rides, and minimalist travels. It's made with panels of DWR-treated repurposed ripstop nylon and features a large front kangaroo pocket, a front flap pocket, and an internal phone pocket that doubles as a stuff sack. Additionally, its form-fitting scuba hood and front zip help you batten down the hatches when the winds kick up. Repurposed polyester taffeta with DWR finish. Elastic bindings at hood, cuffs, and hem. Back panel vent. Front kangaroo pocket with flap.
The Teca is a highly packable, weather-resistant layer that's ideal for windy ridge hikes, breezy bike rides, and minimalist travels. It's made with panels of DWR-treated repurposed ripstop nylon and features a large front kangaroo pocket, a front flap pocket, and an internal phone pocket that doubles as a stuff sack. Additionally, its form-fitting scuba hood and front zip help you batten down the hatches when the winds kick up. Repurposed polyester taffeta with DWR finish. Elastic bindings at hood, cuffs, and hem. Back panel vent. Front kangaroo pocket with flap.
