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The Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily is one of those shirts that's so soft you almost can't believe it's real. It feels like a fine, silky dry powder and is both stretchy and extremely comfortable to wear. By eliminating drawstrings and thumbholes, it strikes a good balance between providing adequate coverage with the neckline and hood without appearing like a technical or overly relaxed shirt. It comes in muted colors that are mixed with fine lines of white, helping to disguise dirt and sweat stains. And it's one of very few odor control-treated shirts that actually continues to smell fresh even after wearing it repeated days in the sun. 
This shirt's hood is a bit small for our preference and is very difficult to keep on over the ponytail you might be sporting on a hot summer day. And though we like the colors it's offered in, there aren't very many options to choose from, so we hope you like them too. We also think the sleeves could stand to be a touch longer, as our main tester has long arms and found her wrists frequently exposed. This shirt has great appeal for any woman looking for a super comfortable everyday sun shirt that doesn't look so much like a sun shirt. And with a price that's on the low side compared to similar models, we're big fans of the Capilene.

The Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily is one of those shirts that's so soft you almost can't believe it's real. It feels like a fine, silky dry powder and is both stretchy and extremely comfortable to wear. By eliminating drawstrings and thumbholes, it strikes a good balance between providing adequate coverage with the neckline and hood without appearing like a technical or overly relaxed shirt. It comes in muted colors that are mixed with fine lines of white, helping to disguise dirt and sweat stains. And it's one of very few odor control-treated shirts that actually continues to smell fresh even after wearing it repeated days in the sun. 
This shirt's hood is a bit small for our preference and is very difficult to keep on over the ponytail you might be sporting on a hot summer day. And though we like the colors it's offered in, there aren't very many options to choose from, so we hope you like them too. We also think the sleeves could stand to be a touch longer, as our main tester has long arms and found her wrists frequently exposed. This shirt has great appeal for any woman looking for a super comfortable everyday sun shirt that doesn't look so much like a sun shirt. And with a price that's on the low side compared to similar models, we're big fans of the Capilene.
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When the hottest days of summer descend upon us, there's one shirt we want to be hitting the trails in above all the rest &mdash; the Patagonia Capilene Cool. Ultralight, ultra-breathable, and fast-drying, this shirt is built to keep you comfortable in the most extreme temps, all at a very fair price. We love the double-knit polyester that creates impressive stretchiness, and the fit is just right. Aptly named, this shirt definitely prioritizes breathability and will keep you cool above all else. Though many of the shirts we tested boast exceptionally fast drying times, the Capilene Cool was one of the standouts in our drying speed metric. The scoop neck fit also creates a more feminine aesthetic than a standard t-shirt, a small detail we enjoyed. 
There are a few drawbacks that come with this fabric, though. The first is that, as with a lot of ultralight gear, it's just not quite as durable. The fabric can snag, and the lighter colors are pretty see-through. Despite its susceptibility to snag, this tee is well-made and will serve you well for years when worn on short and long-distance runs. Although it's comfortable to wear with a running vest or hydration pack while mountain biking, we would be careful wearing the Capilene Cool for sports such as rock climbing since the body of the shirt can be so easily snagged. The drop hem in the back is specifically made to stay in place beneath a harness, though granite might still be a bit too abrasive for this fabric. All in all, this is an amazing piece of running gear, and if you run in serious summer heat, you're sure to love this one.
Read more: Patagonia Capilene Cool Lightweight Tee review

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