Polar Fleece – High-Performance Warmth Starts with the Fabric

A good fleece should keep you warm, dry and ready for whatever the day brings. That’s where polar fleece comes in – a high-performance fabric that delivers breathable insulation and effortless comfort, season after season.

Polar fleece isn’t about nostalgia. It’s about function. Designed to trap heat without holding moisture, it has become the go-to mid-layer for everyone from mountain guides to city dwellers. At Elevenate, we choose fleece fabrics that work as hard as you do – built for the skintrack, but just as at home by the fire.

What Is Polar Fleece?

At its core, polar fleece is a synthetic, brushed polyester fabric engineered for warmth and moisture management. Unlike wool or cotton, it stays warm even when damp and dries quickly after high-output activities. The brushed surface traps heat close to the body, while the breathable structure allows sweat to evaporate – which means no more freezing after a climb or hike.

It’s a material that thrives in motion. Polar fleece is lightweight, compressible and easy to layer, making it the ideal choice when conditions shift quickly. Whether you're carrying it in a pack or wearing it under your shell, it adapts as the weather – and your pace – changes.

Built for the Demands of the Mountain

Polar fleece isn’t just for layering under a jacket. In many conditions, it performs well as an outer layer too – especially in dry, cold climates. Wind-resistant weaves and hybrid constructions give it the versatility to function across a range of alpine activities.

From ski touring transitions to chilly mornings on the trail, a well-designed polar fleece jacket provides insulation you can rely on without sacrificing breathability. Add functional details like high collars, thumb loops, or zip pockets, and it becomes an essential part of your year-round layering system.

Why Polar Fleece is Technical

Fleece has evolved. Today’s performance polar fleece is more than a soft mid-layer – it’s a technical system. Stretch panels, ergonomic cuts and smart pocket placement turn a basic fabric into a reliable mountain tool.

Style That Speaks Softly

Performance shouldn’t shout. We build fleece pieces with clean lines, quiet detailing and a cut that works just as well for après as it does for a summit push. It’s everyday-ready gear with a mountain heart – warm, breathable, and built to last.

Find Your New Favorite Layer

Explore our fleece collection for men and women and find the right fit for your season. Whether you're chasing snow or simply looking for warmth that works, polar fleece is the layer that never lets you down.