A Tradition of Performance

Tracksmith designs gear for runners who care about how things are made, which is why their Franklin Fleece blends aesthetic sensibility with modern technical performance. Tailored but not restrictive, this ultra soft running jacket is built for the steady rhythm of cold-weather training and those quiet moments after a good run. Available in full- and half-zip silhouettes for men and women, the Franklin Fleece delivers warmth that won’t weigh you down. Now, thanks to its Polartec® Shed Less fleece construction, it also offers the added benefit of reduced microfiber shedding*.

The Art of Fleece

For Polartec® durability and responsibility go hand-in-hand. Since creating the world’s first fleece made from recycled plastic bottles in 1993, the company has diligently worked to engineer textiles that protect both the wearer and the world around them. Polartec® Shed Less™ technology is the latest step in that journey. It’s an eco-conscious technique that minimizes microfiber loss* and enhances long-term wearability without compromising feel, comfort, or performance. The result is an exceptionally soft fleece that stays strong and beautiful through countless runs and washes. And for runners who rely on simplicity and consistency, this matters.

Disciplined Determination

Tech entrepreneur, endurance athlete, and global citizen, Carmichael Caldwell III is always in motion. From altitude training blocks in Kenya to recovery sessions between London meetings or coastal miles in Barcelona or Cape Town, Carmichael is guided by his 2% Better philosophy – the belief that small, disciplined gains, compounded over time, create lasting progress. It’s here, in that constant state of motion, that the Franklin Fleece has earned its place as one of his most trusted layers. Delivering lightweight warmth and durability, the Franklin Fleece performs during training while remaining refined enough for life beyond the run. You might just say it perfectly mirrors Carmichael’s multi-faceted Athlete/CEO mindset. Progressive, adaptable and built to endure whatever comes next, without breaking rhythm.

Trusted Warmth

The Franklin Fleece delivers warmth without weight and insulation without excess. It’s the kind of garment that becomes part of the morning ritual. Pulled on to face those pre-dawn runs, left draped over the back of a chair to dry by the heater, and ready again the next day. The refined exterior conceals the inner Polartec® Shed Less™ power fabric, whose precisely balanced knit construction and rigorous use of post-consumer recycled polyester help reduce microfiber shedding by up to 85% during home laundering*, all while maintaining the warmth, breathability, and coziness that define true Polartec® quality.

Value-backed Design

Every runner knows the satisfaction of a steady improvement that happens mile by mile. The Franklin Fleece captures that same feeling. Thoughtfully constructed. Technically advanced. And built on the premise that responsibility and performance are parts of the same collective pursuit. This is because the collaboration between Tracksmith and Polartec® reflects a shared belief that performance should endure season after season, stride after stride, for as long as you own your gear. Built for those runners who care about every layer they choose, the Franklin Fleece delivers the consistency and integrity to go beyond the run itself.

*According to AATCC 212 2021, up to 85% less fiber fragments are shed on average during home laundering, when compared to the baseline fabric.