What to Wear Hiking

With built-in mosquito protection, this Royal Robbins sun hoodie is ready for hiking. It has UPF 40+ sun protection—and it's breathable. The lightweight fabric is durable and abrasion-resistant.


Imported.
View all Royal Robbins Men's Hiking Shirts| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Shirt Type | Partial-zip |
| Fabric | 100% polyester |
| Sun-Protective Fabric | Yes |
| UPF Rating | 40 |
| Moisture Wicking | Yes |
| Quick Drying | Yes |
| Sleeve Length | Long Sleeve |
| Hood | Yes |
| Gender | Men's |
| Weight | 5.4 ounces |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
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I’ve worn the Royal Robbins Salathe on a 1200-mile thru-hike on the Pacific Northwest Trail and on countless mountain ridges in the mountain west of the US. I love this sun hoodie because it’s loose-fitting so it keeps you cool, it's super light and comfortable, and it has a quarter-zip, which is pretty rare to find in a sun hoodie. Plust, it doesn’t stink even after wearing it for a week without washing. The mosquito protection technology really works, too. I’ve literally watched mosquitoes try to bite me through the fabric and fail over and over. This is my favorite hoodie to bring shade everywhere for hiking, climbing, running, and camping. And it still looks great after 1200 miles wearing it with a backpack.
Love this sun hoodie for the fit and fabric! It works great as a layering piece and as a base layer on hot, sunny days. Recently hiked in Yosemite with it and it kept me totally protected from the mosquitoes. It's ultra light weight, but durable and I've yet to have any abrasion or tearing issues with it. I've been recommending this to all my family and friends!
I got this for my husband and he really nice the pattern (Orion blue) as an alternative to his other sun shirts. He already got complements on it. He loves the lightweight fabric especially for the more humid locations. He owns lots of sun shirts but this one has a unique look that he likes and is comfy. Added bonus that it protects against mosquitos.
I am not sure when polyester became “breathable” material. It traps heat and does not allow airflow. The box style allows some air to move, NOT the material. Stay away from this if you don’t like man made materials aka polyester.
Very lightweight top with great breathability. Love the light color that doesn't trap heat while in the sun with the bonus of sun protection.
This product is incredible! Mosquito-protection apparel has been a total game changer for me because bug spray never seems to do the trick.