By blending a highly protective fabric with a comfortable fit, our Alpenglow Collection has become essential equipment for climbers across the globe. Featuring UPF 50+ and BD.cool mineral based in-fiber cooling technology—which reflects 71% of near-infrared rays and reduces wearer’s temperature—the Alpenglow offers coverage on desert multi-pitches, high alpine approaches and hot crag sessions.

A climber wearing the Black Diamond Alpenglow hoody.
A climber feeds slack while belaying in the Black Diamond Alpenglow hoody.
Black Diamond athlete Kelly Halpin scrambles up a ridgeline of Grand Teton wearing the Alpenglow sun hoody on a hot August day.

In addition to the UPF 50+ sun protection, the Alpenglow Pro features Empel water protective repellency which is a durable PFC-Free DWR finish. Making it the ultimate sun hoody in the mountain missions with unpredictable weather.

Two trail runners lace up their running shoes in the sun wearing Alpenglow Sun hoodies.
A trail runner wearing the Black Diamond Alpenglow hoody.