The best fleece jackets to stay warm this winter

30 Sep. 2023

When temperatures drop and the cold winter air sets in, being properly equipped to stay warm while continuing to enjoy your favourite outdoor activities is essential. Fleece jackets have long been a popular choice for creating an insulating layer that protects against the cold while allowing full freedom of movement. Explore Cimalp's selection of the best fleece jackets, designed to deliver comfort, warmth and performance on your outdoor adventures.

THE 3 BEST MEN'S FLEECES FROM CIMALP

Jorasse

A CIMALP® favourite, this 3D-Flex Strong fabric jacket — warm, slim and hardwearing — delivers twice the stretch of standard stretch fabric and ensures perfect textile ergonomics. Technical specifications Use:

snowshoe
winter hiking
long-distance hiking
mountaineering
ski touring
trekking & travel

Weight: 505 g (size M) Key features: compatible with helmet wear; cold, wind and snow protection mask sewn on the inside 3d-flex strong fabric: 300 g/m² Windproof: light at 20 km/h UV protection: very good (40 UPF)

Whymper

Featuring CIMAGRID® fabric, this technical fleece — ultra-stretch, warm and lightweight — is your go-to for all high-intensity technical mountain outings requiring maximum freedom of movement and action. Technical specifications Use:

mountaineering
climbing
ski touring

Weight: 380 g (size M) Key features: compatible with harness wear and compatible with helmet wear Windproof: good at 60 km/h Cimagrid® fabric: 230 g/m²

Mountain hut

This exceptionally warm fleece is the perfect combination of modern style and comfort. It will be your best companion whether out hiking, at a bivvy, for an evening in a mountain hut, or even as an everyday layer. 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 at 60 km/h

THE 3 BEST WOMEN'S FLEECES FROM CIMALP

Jorasse

A CIMALP® favourite, this 3D-Flex Strong fabric jacket — warm, slim and hardwearing — delivers twice the stretch of standard stretch fabric and ensures perfect textile ergonomics. Technical specifications Use:

snowshoe
winter hiking
long-distance hiking
mountaineering
ski touring
trekking & travel

Weight: 446 g (size S) Key features: compatible with helmet wear and cold, wind and snow protection mask sewn on the inside. This makes it an excellent fleece for skiing. 3d-flex strong fabric: 300 g/m² Windproof: light at 20 km/h UV protection: very good (40 UPF)

Torre

Featuring CIMAGRID® fabric, this technical fleece — ultra-stretch, warm and lightweight — is your go-to for all high-intensity technical mountain outings requiring maximum freedom of movement and action. Technical specifications Use:

mountaineering
climbing
ski touring

Weight: 320 g (size S) Key features: compatible with harness wear and compatible with helmet wear Windproof: good at 60 km/h Cimagrid® fabric: 230 g/m²

Bivvy

This exceptionally warm fleece is the perfect combination of modern style and comfort. It will be your best companion whether out hiking, at a bivvy, for an evening in a mountain hut, or even as an everyday layer. 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 at 60 km/h For more information, check out our article on frequently asked questions that people ask about fleeces. In short, fleece jackets are designed to meet the needs of outdoor sports enthusiasts by combining comfort, warmth and performance. Using technical materials and features, they keep you warm while you continue to enjoy your favourite activities. Whether you're heading into the mountains, hitting the slopes, or simply want to face the cold in style, fleece jackets are the go-to choice for protection against the cold.