When temperatures drop and winter's cold air bites, being properly equipped to stay warm while enjoying your favourite outdoor activities is essential. Fleece jackets have long been a popular choice for building an insulating layer that shields you from the cold while allowing full freedom of movement. Check out our Cimalp selection of the best fleece jackets designed to deliver comfort, warmth and performance on all your outdoor adventures.
THE 3 BEST MEN'S FLEECES BY CIMALP
Jorasse
A Cimalp® favourite, this 3D-Flex Strong fabric jacket — warm, slim and tough — delivers twice the stretch of standard stretch fabric and ensures perfect ergonomic fit.
Technical specifications
Use:
- snowshoeing
- winter hiking
- long-distance hiking
- mountaineering
- ski touring
- trekking & travel
Weight: 505 g (size M)
Key features: helmet-compatible; cold, wind and snow protection mask sewn inside
3d-flex strong fabric: 300 g/m²
Windproof: light 20 km/h
UV protection: very good (40 UPF)
Whymper
Made with CIMAGRID® fabric, this technical fleece — ultra-stretch, warm and lightweight — is your go-to companion for all high-intensity mountain outings that demand maximum freedom of movement and action.
Technical specifications
Use:
- mountaineering
- climbing
- ski touring
Weight: 380 g (size M)
Key features: harness-compatible and helmet-compatible
Windproof: good 60 km/h
Cimagrid® fabric: 230 g/m²
Refuge
This ultra-warm fleece is the perfect blend of modern style and comfort. It will be your best companion on the trail — whether hiking, out on a bivvy, spending an evening in a refuge or simply wearing it day to day.
Technical specifications
Use:
- extreme cold
- lifestyle & urban
- winter hiking
Weight: 569 g (size M)
Key features: quick-drying
thermopolar® fibre fabric: 300 g/m²
Windproof: good 60 km/h
THE 3 BEST WOMEN'S FLEECES BY CIMALP
Jorasse
A Cimalp® favourite, this 3D-Flex Strong fabric jacket — warm, slim and tough — delivers twice the stretch of standard stretch fabric and ensures perfect ergonomic fit.
Technical specifications
Use:
- snowshoeing
- winter hiking
- long-distance hiking
- mountaineering
- ski touring
- trekking & travel
Weight: 446 g (size S)
Key features: helmet-compatible and cold, wind and snow protection mask sewn inside. This makes it an excellent fleece for skiing.
3d-flex strong fabric: 300 g/m²
Windproof: light 20 km/h
UV protection: very good (40 UPF)
Torre
Made with CIMAGRID® fabric, this ultra-stretch technical fleece — warm and lightweight — is your go-to companion for all high-intensity mountain outings that demand maximum freedom of movement and action.
Technical specifications
Use:
- mountaineering
- climbing
- ski touring
Weight: 320 g (size S)
Key features: harness-compatible and helmet-compatible
Windproof: good 60 km/h
Cimagrid® fabric: 230 g/m²
Bivvy
This ultra-warm fleece is the perfect blend of modern style and comfort. It will be your best companion on the trail — whether hiking, out on a bivvy, spending an evening in a refuge or simply wearing it day to day.
Technical specifications
Use:
- extreme cold
- lifestyle & urban
- winter hiking
Weight: 440 g (size S)
Key features: quick-drying
thermopolar® fibre fabric: 300 g/m²
Windproof: good 60 km/h
For more information, check out our article on frequently asked questions about fleeces.
In short, fleece jackets are built to meet the needs of outdoor sports enthusiasts, combining comfort, warmth and performance. Using technical materials and features, they keep you warm while you carry on enjoying your favourite activities. Whether you're heading into the mountains, hitting the slopes or simply tackling the cold in style, fleece jackets are the essential choice for staying protected.
