Light, thin, and well constructed - Cotopaxi Teca Half-Zip Windbreaker - Mens

I have several pieces of Cotopaxi gear and all were purchased with my own money.

I wear this piece to the beaches and hiking in the hills around San Diego, CA and it is a solid piece of kit.

Soft polyester that doesn't feel overly garbage bag-y but doesn't breath as well as the Patagonia Houdini. A moisture wicking shirt or baselayer will help a lot in this department. The Teca is very lightweight, thin, and packable just like the Houdini.The material is also on the louder side of synthetic fabrics. YKK Vislon zipper at the half zip is smooth and sturdy. The cover over the kangaroo pouch zip is stiffened or doubled over to reduce snagging on that YKK zipper as well.

The anorak style and pocket on the Teca is very welcome and lets me carry more things than just a chapstick in the oft too-small-to-use-anyway chest pocket of many windbreakers (Patagonia Houdini) like snacks and a small camera. The elastic binding around the hem and cuffs is stretchy and well stitched. The cuffs function well at keeping gusts out but not as velcro. Seams are not stitched flat but lay flat and are not uncomfortable. Mobility is great and the hem hugs the body for the little ride it does take upwards if you stretch your arms up.

The Teca cuts wind very well as one might hope and is very resistant to mist and light drizzles. It will wet out relatively quickly and isn't designed for sustained exposure to rain. The colorways are fantastic if you like bold and bright. I have the "Sea Salt" and love how it slips in with my existing wardrobe. I am 5'10, 165lbs and the medium fits extremely well. It's not too box-y and not quite as slim fitting as the Houdini.

Overall, the Teca does what it advertises and looks very good doing it. If you like bold colors and functional kit, I don't think you will be disappointed with this windbreaker.