Patrol Knit

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Rated 5.0 out of 5
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The original 1938 Mount Mansfield Ski Patrol relied on authentic knitwear for warmth and temperature regulation. Designed to capture the performance and comfort of traditional patrol sweaters, the Patrol Knit is comprised of Italian spun merino fibers who properties deliver exceptional protection and moisture wicking characteristics. The classic V-neck and British Millerain waxed cotton paneling deliver a classic garment presentation, coupled with attributes of timeless quality and durability.

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Features & Benefits

Warm & Protective

100% Extrafine Italian Merino is incredibly soft, warm and moisture wicking.

Maximum Utility

Water resistant pocket at chest for easy access and dry storage with integrated sunglasses pocket.

Quality & Durability

Reinforced British Millerain waxed cotton Sahara 6 shoulder panels in high wear areas: at the shoulders and elbows.

On-mountain trial: Put it to the test in the mountains for 100 days and return it with no questions asked if it does not meet your standards of quality, craftsmanship, or durability.

The Story

Long has been the presence of knitwear within the sport of skiing. A timeless technology, knitwear has protected alpinists since the advent of skiing in Norway during the middle ages. Early mountain travelers, relying on long wooden skis for efficient winter mobility, found the combination of woolen fibers and the comfortable ergonomics of knitted yards to make for an ideal combination of external protection, internal warmth, and optimal range of motion.

This same appreciation for knitwear’s unique qualities were eventually also embraced by the world’s first Ski Patrol founded at Mount Mansfield, Vermont in 1938. Worn as dense mid-layers and evolving to include additional elements of utility such as easily accessible pockets and reinforced paneling, Alps & Meters embraces the knitwear narrative embedded in alpine sport to introduce the Patrol Knit.

An authentic ski sweater designed to adhere to the classic principles of heavy gauge knitwear, the Patrol Knit considers the performance needs of Mount Mansfield’s inaugural class of Patrollers while ensuring a Forged Performance upgrade of such genuine garments through the addition of a contemporary technologies aimed to aid those who, today continue, to uphold the legacy of the National Ski Patrol’s dedication to 80 years of winter safety and service.

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Reviewed by Fred A.
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Rated 5 out of 5

It’s exactly as advertised

High quality and stylish heavy sweater that fit perfectly

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Reviewed by Robert K.
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Rated 5 out of 5

Beautiful and functional: aka Alps & Meters

Love the fit, the feel, and the function--and people tell me it looks great.

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Reviewed by Michael S.
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Rated 5 out of 5

Solid Sweater

Great sweater - warm and looks sharp.

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Reviewed by Raman S., from United States
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Age Range
35 - 44
Size Purchased
M
How it Fits
A Little Big
Height
5' 6"
Suit or Jacket Size (US)
38"
Waist Size (US)
32”
Best Uses
  • Around Town
  • Moderate Temperatures
  • Cold Temperatures
Rated 5 out of 5

Really nice

This is really nice. Much heavier than I expected - a thick, luxuriant merino that is plenty on its own for minder days in New England winter. The epaulets, sunglass pockets, and elbow patches are really cool.

It's cut a bit boxy - I'm 5'6", 150 lb, and wear a 15 1/2-33 dress shirt. It's perfect in the shoulder and chest and has gotten compliments already, but I may have it tailored a bit in the waist for my slim/athletic build.

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Rated 5 out of 5
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Rated 1 on a scale of minus 2 to 2, where minus 2 is Runs Small, 0 is True to Size and 2 is Runs Large
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Reviewed by Thomas R., from United States
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Age Range
35 - 44
Size Purchased
M
How it Fits
Perfect
Height
6' 2"
Suit or Jacket Size (US)
40"
Waist Size (US)
32”
Best Uses
  • Skiing
  • Après
  • Cold Temperatures
  • Around Town
  • Very Cold Temperatures
Rated 5 out of 5

Love this sweater!

Highly recommended. I’ll get another. I’m 6’2”, 170 lbs and got a medium. Prefer more of a about fit.

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