Smartwool  Active Mesh Hoodie - Men's

I had high hopes for this top given the reviews and my wife's past experiences with Smartwool's hooded shirts for athletic use. I purchased these (3 of them) for mountain biking and trail running during warm weather for sun protection and breathability. Unfortunately I found the fabric to be a much heavier weight than anticipated and not very breathable at all. Honestly they feel a lot like long sleeve cotton t-shirts, and I've found that while using them they feel very hot and quickly become saturated with sweat. They completely failed to meet my expectations and I will be replacing them with a different brand of activewear sun shirt entirely.

I now own a couple of these and love them. They're great for hiking & backpacking - they keep the sun off, they're breathable, and even when they get sweaty on hot days they dry quickly. They're also a great base layer when you need the warmth. I recently wore the same shirt for three days backpacking, and it didn't smell anywhere near as badly as it probably should have. Highly recommend.

I own a lot of Smartwool base layers because Smartwool consistently produces high quality clothing that fits me well. I wear wool year-round because wool just performs better and doesn't stink like synthetics. I bought this for hiking and sun protection. The mesh material on this hoodie feels amazing. Sizing is consistent with other smartwool stuff. I am 6'2", 180lbs and wear size large.

Terrible fit. I'm 6'3" with an athletic 240lb build. All the reviews said this runs very long. I usually wear a large tall so I figured I'd get a large (especially since the model is 6' and wearing a medium). Boy was that the wrong decision! The sizing on REI doesn't state the length (nor does the smartwool site which is nuts) but the back length on a large is only 28", which is crazy short! It looked like I was wearing a midriff! If I sized up, then I'd end up with a shirt way too lose in the waist and who knows how much length I'd gain. So yeah, total failure for this product.

I bought this for my boyfriend and it’s amazing quality and super cozy. He loves it!!

I would love to leave a review of this item BUT APPARENTLY YOU DON'T MAKE ONE FOR WOMEN. No, the men's doesn't fit me. I tried. I'm SO TIRED of having a lesser selection of gear just because I'm a girl. So TIRED of being told I should feel privilaged to spend a boat load of money on an item that doesn't fit me (because it's made for men!). I hunt, a backpack solo through the wilderness, I do all the things. Why won't you make gear for ME TOO?

This quickly became one of my favorite layering pieces. The fabric feels soft against the skin while staying light and breathable, making it comfortable for everything from hikes to everyday wear. The quality is excellent. Well-constructed and durable. The fit is spot-on: athletic without feeling restrictive, with enough stretch for easy movement. If you're looking for a versatile hoodie, then look no further.

I bought this for hot weather and to work out in. I like the design: the front is the thin, soft material like many of their t-shirts and the mesh parts seem durable and breathable. It fits slightly looser than some of my other size L smartwool, but that's ok since I got it in black and plan to wear it in the sun. It doesn't have a UPF rating, but I've never been sunburned through a shirt before.

Two key details convinced me to return this hoodie. It's too oversized for a technical piece. It was loose everywhere, and I am on the large side of medium. The front of the neckline comes up too high and the hood pulls on it, resulting in pressure on the Adam's Apple. Fabric is great. Fit just didn't work for me.

I have used the mesh hoodie for mountain biking, hiking, skiing, cool nights while backpacking and it has yet to disappoint. It's super comfortable and works great as a base, mid or outer layer. One of my new favorite shirts for staying comfortable while being active no matter the season.