From Climbing Magazine Issue No. 279 - October 2009
In Greek mythology, Aries was the ram that yielded the Golden Fleece.
The merino wool/nylon blend comprising THE NORTH FACE ARIES
HYBRID 1/4 ZIP ($99, thenorthface.com) is likewise
magical: it offers exceptional thermoregulation, dries
quickly, and doesn’t hold odor. The Aries is a solid
autumn-climbing shirt long-sleeved, with a high,
zippered neck and a UV protection factor of
30 (blocks UVA and UVB rays, both contributors
to skin cancer). Small stash pockets in the shirt’s
tail and on the chest accommodate snacks
during multi-pitch adventures. And for those
vigorous approaches or athletic pitches, you’ll be
psyched on the side and back wicking panels.