![]() They are based in Ventura, California, although much of their clothing is manufactured in Asia. Patagonia is a company which has been around for many years. I was wearing a GTX outer shell in the photo. Damien is wearing the half-zip pullover version. When I was in Antarctica in 2006, my friend Damien Gildea (the 6ft7in tall fellow to my right in the photo below) pointed out to me that in places like Antarctica where the temperature is so low that you do not have liquid precipitation, you don’t need the waterproof qualities. I found, as many others have, that even the best “waterproof/breathable” fabrics are not very breathable when carrying a full expedition pack, even with the pit zips fully open. Over the years, I had fallen into the habit of using my Goretex and eVent expedition parkas as the do-all outer shells. This jacket just keeps showing up and going outdoors. Lastly, while looking for pictures of my Houdini in use over the years, I found the following two pictures, taken years apart, of Dave and I both wearing our Houdinis while skinning and skiing in spring with our kids. And, bonus, at $99 the Houdini actually costs less now than when I bought mine six years ago! If I ever lose my Houdini, I'll likely go out and immediately buy another. ![]() There are loads of wind shirt options available, but I recommend the Houdini as an all-around, everyday option for anyone who likes to go outdoors and do different activities. ![]() I always bring my Houdini when traveling, because it's such a simple, lightweight, useful, dependable piece of gear to throw in a pack or bag. Whether you might run, ski, hike, climb, paddle, or whatever, the Patagonia Houdini Jacket is a solid, dependable wind shirt for a wide variety of outdoor activities.
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