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Men's Alpaca Wool Sun Hoodie
$125.00
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4.8Rated 4.8 out of 5
4 reviews
Long sleeves. A hood. A featherweight knit. This men's Sun Hoodie uses 110 g/m² Alpaca wool fabric for light coverage when you want less fabric weight around you.
Only 1 left in this colour
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Return unused, unwashed items within 15 days of delivery. Return fees may apply.
Long days don't ease up. Neither does this hoodie.
Your layer starts with Alpaca wool from Peru. Its smooth fiber surface gives the knit a soft feel, while the knit structure allows air to move through as you do.
Product info
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Coverage without the bulk
A hood and long sleeves cover your head and arms in a light Alpaca knit.
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Less fabric weight
At 110 g/m², this is our featherweight knit. Choose it for light activity and wear that avoids repeated rubbing against rough surfaces.
Perfect for
- Walking
- Travel
- Light activity
Not for
- Use for light activity. Avoid repeated rubbing from rough surfaces or heavy gear.
Product details
What goes into your layer
- Fabric100% Alpaca wool
- Thread100% cotton
- Labels100% cotton
- DyesLow-impact dyes for dyed colors. Undyed colors have no added dye.
Specifications
- Fabric weight110 g/m²
- Weight135 g / 4.8 oz in size M
- ConstructionHooded pullover with long sleeves
- FitFitted cut with natural stretch
- Made inPeru
Size & fit
Use your body measurements to choose your size. These are body ranges, not flat garment measurements.
| Size | Chest | Waist |
|---|---|---|
| S | 35 - 38 in | 28 - 31 in |
| M | 38 - 40.5 in | 31 - 34 in |
| L | 40.5 - 43 in | 34 - 36.5 in |
| XL | 43 - 46 in | 36.5 - 39.5 in |
| XXL | 46 - 49 in | 39.5 - 42 in |
| Size | Chest | Waist |
|---|---|---|
| S | 89 - 96 cm | 72 - 79 cm |
| M | 96 - 103 cm | 79 - 86 cm |
| L | 103 - 110 cm | 86 - 93 cm |
| XL | 110 - 117 cm | 93 - 100 cm |
| XXL | 117 - 124 cm | 100 - 107 cm |
Care for your layer
Hand wash or machine wash on a gentle/wool cycle in cold water (50-68°F). Use a mild wool-safe or pH-neutral detergent. Wash with similar colors. Don't bleach or use fabric softener.
Reshape while damp and lay flat to dry. Don't tumble dry, twist, or wring. Cool iron if needed. Store folded in a cool, dry space with airflow; avoid hanging.
Shipping & Returns
US orders over $200 ship free. Estimated US delivery is 7 to 10 business days, including preparation and transit. You'll receive a tracking number by email once your order ships. International rates are calculated at checkout; estimated delivery is 10 to 20 business days. Customs duties and import taxes are your responsibility.
Request your return within 15 days of delivery. Items must be unused and unwashed. Original packaging isn't required. A $5 return shipping fee is deducted from domestic refunds unless you purchased Free Returns at checkout. International customers pay return shipping, except for wrong or defective items covered by the policy.
Why Alpaca wins
Designed and made in one country
Peru, start to finish
A family company
Arms of Andes is a family company with roots in the Peruvian Andes. “Arms” brings together the initials of four siblings. That connection to Peru shapes what we make and where we make it.
Peru, start to finish
From fiber sourcing and yarn spinning to knitting and sewing, production stays in Peru. One country, with the people and knowledge behind your gear close together.
Customer Reviews
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I love this thing. It’s perfect for the Florida winters and probably Springtime as well. Does a good job of regulating temperature so you’re not too warm or too cold. I would have ordered another on in a different color but it seems to have disappeared from the site or just sold out. It looks great on, fits snug but not tight. I am 5’8” 157 lbs and wear a size Medium.
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This sun hoodie is truly light weight and breathes very well. It moved moisture away from my skin very quickly. It is Autumn here now so I did not get an opportunity to test it in full summer sun but it did a great job with the humidity.
Thank you for sharing your experience! Glad to hear the sun hoodie kept you cool and managed moisture well, that’s exactly what it’s designed for. We look forward to hearing how it performs for you in the summer sun too!
S
I used this hoodie on a recent 10 day backpacking trip in the Alps. I was worried that it didn't have a sun protection number, but it it did a great job at keeping me from getting sun burned. It was breathable, dried quickly and I loved it. (I ordered a men's small for a relaxed fit instead of a women's large)
Things that could be better:
- No thumb holes. I did end up with sun burns on my fingers because the sleeves (despite being long enough) didn't stay down over my fingers, so thumb holes would've been great.
- (For a women's version) I wish it had a pony-tail hole in the hood to keep the hood from slipping down over my hair. Because of the hair, the hood was slightly smaller than preferred, but it wasn't a big deal because I also wore a hat.
Sad things: This hoodie is very delicate. Sadly the belt on my backpack basically destroyed the hoodie over the course of 10 days- it has so many holes that it's not repairable. However it performed SO WELL that I'm still pleased overall with this hoodie.
Hi Sarah, thank you for sharing such a thorough review! We’re thrilled to hear the hoodie performed so well on your Alps trip, keeping you protected, breathable, and quick-drying is exactly what we aim for. We appreciate your suggestions about thumb holes and a pony-tail opening; those are great ideas for improving fit and functionality. We’re sorry to hear about the damage from your backpack, but we’re glad it still left you pleased overall. Your feedback is invaluable as we continue refining our designs!
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I am an avid backpacker, trail runner, and Appalachian Trail (AT) section hiker that has completed over half of the AT over the last few years in various types of fabrics including alpaca wool from the now out of business Appalachian Gear Company (AGC), merino wool from various companies, plus many other styles and types of clothing & sun hoodies. I can definitely say that alpaca wool is by far my favorite fabric. Previously, I was wearing the AGC alpaca sun hoodie, but, after trying Arms of Andes (AoA) sun hoodie, I'm calling their hoodie an upgrade over all other hoodies I've tried -- it's the best! It's an amazing hoodie & they got everything right!:
● Overall fit: their "functional fit" (a.k.a. slim fit) is what I would call an athletic fit on me & it is exactly right -- tight'ish but moves on the body well with its natural stretch. For context, I'm 5'8" 145lbs & wear men's size small, & this is the best fitting sun hoodie I've ever owned. Naturally stretchy & keeps it's shape even after backpacking for several days with it
● Sleeve length: sleeve length can be a pet peeve of mine, & this hoodie's sleeves are perfect -- long enough to keep my wrists covered with my arms extended outwards, but not too long (i.e. no extra fabric bunching on my arms)
● Hood: great hood design -- hood depth is perfect & the opening is not too big or small, & there is no pointy top like other companys' hoods sometimes have
● Feel: feels soft & comfortable against skin
● Fabric: durable/tough material especially compared to merino wool
● Weight: ultralight at 160 grams (5.6oz) on my scale
● Sun protection: I know this is not a rated hoodie; however, neither were any of my other hoodies that also protected me from the Sun "A-ok" just by virtue of having coverage over my skin.
● Performance / additional comments:
- Wicks moisture away from my skin & beads up on the outside of the hoodie; mist is not absorbed into the fabric (mist also beads-up on the outside); and, of course, any heavy drenching rain will saturate the fabric, like it will with any fabric, but it dries in 20-35 minutes or less. Also, I'm not too hot or cold in it compared to other fabrics, & I think I'm more comfortable in it in hot/cold conditions versus other fabrics. It wicks water away better than merino wool, & at least as well as synthetic fibers, although I think alpaca has synthetics beat in this category too, especially with this 110-featherweight-weight hoodie. I think it is even better than the Brynje/Norwegian mesh base-layers from an overall performance standpoint (plus it looks a lot better!!)
- It doesn't smell even after over a week of strenuous backpacking. 100% alpaca hoodies like AoA's sun hoodies will essentially never smell -- compare this to polyester, nylon, and spandex that will smell rather terrible after as little as a day or two (even merino wool garmets will eventually smell sooner than 100% alpaca because merino wool is usually blended with nylon and/or polyester which will retain odor).
- It looks great on & I would feel like I looked good in it wearing it virtually anywhere, outside or inside
Hi there! Thank you so much for this incredible and detailed review! We're thrilled to hear how well the hoodie performs for you on all your adventures. It’s wonderful to know you appreciate the fit, comfort, and performance of our 100% alpaca design. Your feedback means a lot and will surely help other outdoor enthusiasts too!
