What to Wear Hiking

Go exploring on sunny days in the serious sun protection of this UPF 50 hoodie from Mountain Hardwear. It's lightweight, breathable and wicking for a supercomfy sun layer.
Imported.
View the Mountain Hardwear Crater Lake Product LineView all Mountain Hardwear Men's Hiking Shirts| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Shirt Type | T-shirt |
| Fabric | 88% polyester/12% elastane solar knit jersey |
| Sun-Protective Fabric | Yes |
| UPF Rating | 50+ |
| Moisture Wicking | Yes |
| Sleeve Length | Long Sleeve |
| Hood | Yes |
| Thumbholes | Yes |
| Gender | Men's |
| Weight | Unavailable |
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Survived for almost 14 months as my go-to baselayer in any activity where I might get down to a single layer (and where I live I can wear shorts in winter in some of the areas). Fits to size, good shape, very nice material, cool and light and takes little to no space at all. After 50-80 outings (mostly 12+hr hikes and trail runs) and subsequent washes became less stretchy and started to tear when going through the bushes (before that it used to just stretch instead of tearing). So I just got myself a new one
This shirt really surprised me. I purchased this shirt to prove to somebody that you dont have to spend $130 at LL Lemon to get a nice shirt, and boy was I right! The fit is perfect. The fabric is super lightweight and breathable, but still holds some warmth. I really like the 1-2 inches of fabric below the hood for some reason...and the price is amazing. I can buy them in each color before and spend less than the other guys. Anyhow, highly recommend!
Terrible. I've had the hoodie for about a week and have worn it 5 times. The side seams are fraying and coming undone near the bottom hem. At $70, this is unforgivable. What a joke. Returned for refund. Save yourself some money and buy another brand, or a cheaper version of the same type of hoodie from another brand.
In theory, this is a great shirt. In practice it's another story. The second day I wore this, it started unraveling. I had just worn it once, on a city walk. So it hasn't exactly been used hard. And in more than one place! It's a real bummer to
This shirt is crazy stretchy. That’s an awesome feature but I’m finding its elasticity doesn’t rebound for long. Mine is less than 2 months old and it’s gone up at least one size in all directions. It’s now a huge, baggy mess that doesn’t fit me anymore. Just beware this shirt is more gummy than elastic. Mind you, I sleep in this because I’m a backpacker, which definitely puts added strain on the fabric as I roll around, but still. None of the other brands I’ve used have done this. It’s a good looking and comfortable shirt though. If you purchase just beware of this. Maybe go down a size if you are between sizes and store it lying flat so it’s own weight doesn’t elongate it over time.
Absolutely love this shirt. I've worn it for days at a time in the Boundary Waters, Outer Banks, and Everglades with little smell, lots of sun protection, durability, the soft, stretchy material is a real treat to wear. No pilling with a lifejacket has occurred. Every time I go on a multi-day canoe or kayaking trip, this is my go-to shirt. If it ever wears out, I will buy anothe r one without a doubt.
Been using this for my trip to Hawaii. Superlight, breathable, stretchy, and doesn't reek even after hours of sweaty hiking! I've been really impressed.
I'm a 5'9 woman with a 6' wingspan, so women's sun shirts tend to be too short in the arms. Usually I can just wear men's shirts if I want functional thumb holes, but not this time. I typically wear a women's S/M in Mountain Hardwear and got a S here. It's quite a roomy fit overall, but unfortunately the sleeves are still too short (I can use the thumbholes, but only by stretching the fabric quite a bit). The hood also did not provide any sun protection to the sides of my face, even with my hair tucked away in a braid instead of a ponytail or bun. I love the purple color and the silky fabric, but sadly this will be relegated to shorter days when I don't need top notch sun protection.
I’ve had this hoody for almost four years, and it has stretched out so much in every direction that it isn’t practical to wear anymore. I mainly bought it for rock climbing, but the sleeves now extend past my wrists and the bottom interferes with clipping carabiners to my harness. It fit great for the first couple years!
Love this hoodie! The only criticism I have is the women’s colors and construction. I ordered a men’s, which is little big on me. I did this simply based on that stupid draw string and horrible colors offered for the women. When are outdoor companies going to realize that we as women would perhaps like the same style and colors. Regardless, I love the hoodie and just wish it came in x small since it is a mens and I am very small.