REI Co-op  Sahara Shade Regular-Fit Hoodie - Men's

$59.95
Members get an est. $5.99 in rewards

Stay out all day on the trails or on the water in this REI Co-op sun hoodie. Our beloved Sahara Shade material is soft, stretchy and wicking. ShadeFactor™ 50+ protection fends off sun rays.

Color: Mineral Water
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Features

  • Polyester/spandex fabric is soft, stretchy, moisture-wicking and quick-drying
  • ShadeFactor™ 50+ fabric provides UPF 50+ sun protection that is inherent in the material and never washes away
  • Full-coverage hood with an integrated drawcord at the front
  • Underarm construction method keeps bulky seams out of high-sweat areas, allowing for easier wicking and moisture transfer
  • Hidden thumb loops help keep sleeves in place; the design maintains fabric coverage over your wrists even when you're not using the thumb loops
  • Shoulder seams are rolled forward to minimize chafe from pack straps
  • Flatlock seams for overall comfort
  • Locker loop at interior neckline lets you easily hang the hoodie to dry
  • Back length on size M: 27.5 in.; size M Tall: 29.5 in.
  • Regular fit is slightly more relaxed than our semifitted original Sahara Shade Hoodie
  • Machine wash warm; do not bleach; tumble dry low
  • REI Co-op brand is certified to The Climate Label; we actively fund efforts to reduce carbon emissions across our business and support climate projects around the world
  • Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria

Imported.

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Hiking

Watersports

Shirt Type

T-shirt

Fabric

91% polyester/9% spandex (bluesign approved)

Sun-Protective Fabric

Yes

UPF Rating

50+

Moisture Wicking

Yes

Quick Drying

Yes

Sleeve Length

Long Sleeve

Hood

Yes

Thumbholes

Yes

Gender

Men's

Weight

7.8 ounces

Sustainability

Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria

From a Climate Label Certified brand

Reviews

10 reviews with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars

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Dennis
Location:Grafton, MA
Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'7"
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars
2 weeks ago

Great, but hang tag is a little weak

It’s my first sun shirt and I’m pleasantly surprised. I’ll definitely be picking up a couple more. I like the regular fit, too. I know some have said it fits big, but I would have needed a medium in the other, semi fitted Sahara shirt and the sleeves were too long. The regular fit let me size down so the sleeves are perfect. I will say, the hang tag broke the first time I tried to hang it up, I’ll be exchanging it asap.

Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'7"

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Jim D
Location:Arizona
Age:65–74
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'8"
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
6 days ago

Protection for those Sunny Days

I saw more and more nature lovers wearing shade hoodies. I hike and kayak a lot in the Arizona sun, so I began to preview this piece of clothing. REI offered their brand and I shop frequently there. I stopped in and tried on the Sahara Shade Hoodie. I liked the feel of the lightweight fabric and the UPF 50+ sun protection. The hood fits easily over my ball cap giving my ears extra sun protection. The sleeves have thumbholes offering extra protection for the back of my hands. When the hood is down, the fabric covers and protects the back of my neck. The quality and price makes this sun-protection hoodie beneficial to anyone who likes the great outdoors.

Age:65–74
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'8"

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Utahskiguy
Location:heber Utah
Age:65–74
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:6'3"
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars
2 months ago

Sun hoody

Like the feel and weight- cut is very big

Age:65–74
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:6'3"

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JJP
Location:OP, KS
Age:65–74
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 months ago

Great sun hoodie

I love the complete Sahara line

Age:65–74
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'10"

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Crusty
Rated 2.0 out of 5 stars
3 months ago

Not for temps below mid 60’s

I received this hoodie free from REI asking I try it out and then review it. It offers enough warmth if the temperatures are in the high 60 degree range, but in the 50’s I was cold even with a short sleeve merino wool tee shirt worn underneath. I am not sure why one would need a hoody to keep one’s ears warm in cold temperatures, when your torso would be shivering in those same temperatures. The fabric is clingy, without really having a shape when I put it on.

Ethan
Location:Boulder Colorado
Age:25–34
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'2"
Rated 2.0 out of 5 stars
2 weeks ago

thumb holes uncomfortable

I absolutely love the original version of this hoodie. Literally my daily driver all year round for hiking, camping, and snowboarding. The large tall fits me so well (6'2 190 lbs) I can't express my love enough. Please go back to the original thumbhole design.

Age:25–34
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'2"

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Gayle P
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
1 month ago

For the beach

Nice light weight sun protection. Looks good on my husband. I like that it has a hoodie for head and neck coverage.

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Anonymous
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
1 week ago

Anonymous
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 weeks ago

JerryG
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 weeks ago

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