Columbia's 'Lightweight and Soft' Fleece Jackets Are on Sale for $30 Right Now
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Why We Love This Deal
As December's frigid weather continues, it's making warm and cozy layers look more enticing, both to wear every day and also as a potential gift idea. It's for this reason that fleece should be on everybody's radar. Thankfully, deals from brands like Patagonia, REI, and The North Face are out there, but none come close to the price of this one from Columbia.
Now just $30 at Dick’s Sporting Goods, the Columbia Basin Trail III Fleece Jacket is a proven layering winner for chilly winters, allowing you to easily toss it under or over various jackets and sweaters for a stylish look. It's available in three great wear-all-the-time colors and is still in stock in all sizes (for now).
Columbia Basin Trail III Fleece Jacket, $30 (was $50) at Dick’s Sporting Goods
What Shoppers Should Know
- Style: Zip-up jacket
- Color: Black, charcoal, navy
- Sizes: S to 2XL
- Composition: 100% polyester anti-pill microfleece
- Weight: 225 grams
- Fit: Slim
- Best For: Layering, moderate temp standalone, casual, business casual, light activities
While its versatility may make it a very popular jacket, its comfort is where it truly shines. The thin and soft, buttery smooth microfleece allows it to work well as a standalone (down to about 40 degrees) on mild winter days (namely when the sun is out) or as a mid-layer under a heavier coat like a parka. And though its price is low, its build is now lacking—it's made from anti-pilling fabric, which should hold up better than generic brands, making it a reliable go-to jacket.
At $30, it hits the sweet spot for a good basic fleece. Comparable jackets from the likes of Patagonia, The North Face, and Fjallraven generally start at the $100 mark and quickly rise from there.
And, given its current price, this is one of the best deals around: The jacket is virtually sold out everywhere else online. You can still find a handful of sizes and colors for around $50 on Amazon.
Related: Wrangler's 'Warm and Cozy' Fleece Shirts Are on Sale for $15 at Walmart
What Shoppers Are Saying
Even though it has only 10 reviews at Dick’s, all but one is a 4- or 5-star rating (the sole one-off stated it was too trim for their liking). One owner concluded after multiple wears that it’s “very lightweight and soft,” making it ideal for around 40-degree weather. Another noted this “perfect” fleece jacket is actually “super warm” and has a “proper fit.”
For just $30 a pop, you can snag one of the Basin Trail IIIs in every color, for yourself and as a universally appealing gift. Grab yours while you still can.