Monday, November 03, 2025

Field Tested: Outdoor Vitals Pursuit Hybrid Fleece

This October, I took my son camping along the Kern River for Fall Break, and it turned out to be the perfect opportunity to test the brand new Outdoor Vitals Pursuit Hybrid Fleece. It ended up being the ideal piece of outerwear for that environment.

Our campsite was right on the river, and as soon as the sun went down, the temps dropped quickly. I needed to throw on an outer layer, and I was immediately thankful to have the Pursuit Hybrid Fleece on hand. I put it on and felt warm almost instantly.

What really stood out to me was how lightweight and comfortable this piece is. It moves with your body and doesn’t feel bulky or restrictive but somehow, it still provides the warmth you're hoping for. I also loved that it has a hoodie built in. Mornings were brisk, and that hood went up the moment I crawled out of the tent.

One of my favorite moments with the fleece was on a fishing morning with my son. It started off chilly, and the fleece kept me warm, but as the sun came up and the day heated up, I was able to vent out excess heat just by unzipping it a bit. The breathability and temperature regulation were spot-on.

I’ve owned several fleeces over the years and am always on the lookout for that perfect outerwear layer. Honestly, I think I found it with the Pursuit Hybrid Fleece from Outdoor Vitals.

If you're in the market for a reliable fleece this fall and winter, I’d definitely recommend checking this one out.

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