The Altitude Sun Hoodie was built for pushing boundaries and conquering new heights. Designed for those who seek adventure and demand performance, the Altitude is one of the lightest weight synthetic sun hoodies available. Here's why it's perfect for your next excursion:
- Near Weightlessness and Breathability: Experience unparalleled comfort with the Altitude's lightweight construction and exceptional breathability. Whether you're trail running, hiking, or exploring the great outdoors, its thoughtful design ensures you stay comfortable every step of the way.
- Sun Protection: Named for its ability to shield you from the harsh sun at high elevation, the Altitude Sun Hoodie is your defense against sunburns. Tested on the challenging Uinta Highline Trail, it proved its worth over 100 miles of rugged terrain, with 80% of those miles above 10,000 ft in elevation.
- Moisture Management: Stay dry and comfortable no matter the conditions. The performance synthetic fabric wicks moisture away from your skin and dries rapidly, making the Altitude suitable for year-round use as a base layer.
- Comfortable Fit: Designed for high activity, the Altitude offers an athletic fit that's not tight or restrictive. This allows the synthetic blend to effectively manage moisture while providing freedom of movement.
- More Coverage: The high collar offers maximum coverage, even when the hood is down. The ultralight fabric provides sun protection without causing overheating, so you can adventure day-in and day-out without worrying about sensitive skin.
Experience better back country comfort with the Altitude Sun Hoodie. No hardware, no frills—just 4 oz of breathable & protective performance.
Weight:
4 oz (size L)
Features:
True Flat-Lock Seams
Raglan Sleeves
Minimal Clean Collar Hood
Excellent Stretch
Moisture Wicking
Bacteria & Odor Resistant
Breathable
Quick Drying
Sun Blocking Ability
Technology:
- Fabric: 80 GSM 100% polyester
- FUZE™ Antimicrobial Treatment for bacteria & odor resistance
- UPF Rating: Inconclusive because fabric is too light & thin, making it hard to test - (the Altitude has been tested extensively in high elevation sunlight with no sign of UV ray penetration)
- Fit: Close - The Altitude hoodie should fit close to skin and fit easily beneath other layers.
- Gender: Men & Women specific fits
- Warranty: Outdoor Vitals Performance Promise
Care: This product is built for ultralight performance, & was not built to withstand abrasion.
Do not wash in a machine that has an agitator. Use mild detergent on a delicate cycle with cold water. Hang dry.
Note: If used with a backpack, some pilling may occur. Pilling will not affect performance, & is not covered under warranty.
Design Overview
Layering Collection: Kinetic
Layering Category: Moving Set
Product Care
Your Altitude Hoodie or Tee is a high performance piece of gear. It needs some extra attention to keep it performing at the highest level.
Please read through the care instructions below to ensure that you care for it properly:
Before Washing
- Never wash your Altitude in a washing machine that has an agitator.
- If you cannot follow the prior instructions you should hand wash your product
The Wash & Dry Process
- Use mild detergent like Dreft (for babies) or Nikwax Tech Wash (for technical gear).
- Choose Low Spin or Delicate wash.
- Choose Cold Wash & Cold Rinse (add extra rinse if possible).
- Hang dry until the product is completely dry.
For more information on caring for your gear please visit https://outdoorvitals.com/pages/care-guide-faq
FUZE Antimicrobial Treatment
The polyester fabric used for the Altitude is literally lined with Silver. No, really. Silver mineral naturally kills bacteria & has been used in antibacterial ointments for years. FUZE™ has developed a method to permanently bond Silver mineral to fabrics to increase bacteria resistance & improve odor control.
Now you get a 4 oz synthetic sun hoodie that not only wicks moisture & dries quickly, but ALSO kills bacteria & prevents odor buildup!
Altitude Features
Designing The Altitude
Altitude Testing
FUZE™ Antimicrobial Treatment
The Silver Lining
By permanently bonding pure silver mineral to the fabric, the Altitude becomes bacteria & odor resistant.
Moisture Wicking, Quick-Drying, & 4 oz Weight
Get more performance out of 4 oz than you ever have before... ESPECIALLY with the FUZE Antimicrobial Treatment that kills bacteria & takes care of odor.
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I really love the look and feel of this sun hoody; it's definitely high quality at a more friendly price than other high quality options out there. My only small complaint that surprised me was how much I found it holds onto odor. I was hoping the material would be more forgiving in this regard for multiple day use.
Excellent service excellent product so happy.
Used synthetics for years and then moved to merino for last 10-15 years as much softer and does have that scratch factor on your skin. This is the first synthetic I've used in a very long time and I'm surprised and impressed. Lighter, better breathing and less sweat in hot conditions and comfortable on the skin alone or under wind jacket in cooler conditions. Great product - I'm converted.
I recently took my Outdoor Vitals Altitude Sun Hoodie on a backpacking trip to Guadalupe Mountains National Park, and I couldn't be happier with its performance! From the moment I put it on, I felt the perfect blend of comfort and functionality.
The lightweight, breathable fabric kept me cool during the daytime hikes, even under the blazing sun. I was especially impressed with the sun protection—it gave me peace of mind knowing my skin was shielded from harmful rays. The hoodie’s fit is fantastic; it moves with you without feeling restrictive, making it perfect for hiking and scrambling over rocks.
Not to mention, the hoodie packs down super small, making it a breeze to stow in my backpack when I didn’t need it. After a long day of hiking, I loved being able to pull it out for warmth during the cool nights without it taking up much space.
Overall, the Outdoor Vitals Sun Hoodie exceeded my expectations. It’s stylish, functional, and an essential piece of gear for anyone looking to enjoy the great outdoors while staying comfortable and protected. I can't wait to take it on my next adventure! Highly recommend!
P.S. I liked it so much I bought another and plan to discuss it on my podcast, Trailblazing Texas Podcast …
This is the perfect base layer for 4 season backpacking or hiking. Keep the sun and bugs off you and doubles as a sleep sac without the fussing around with a sleeping bag liner. I bring two on every trip and swap them to clean as I hike on bigger trips.