The Alpenglow Hoody offers a welcome respite, keeping you cool with UPF 40+ and BD.cool mineral based in-fiber cooling technology, which reflects 71% of near-infrared rays, reducing the perceived temperature and Polygiene odor control technology that inhibits odor-causing bacteria, making it a must-have for any desert kit.
With UPF 40+ and BD.cool mineral-based in-fiber cooling technology, which reflects 71% of near-infrared rays, reducing the perceived temperature while you wear it. The Alpenglow hoody also features Polygiene® odor control technology, an embedded fabric treatment that inhibits the growth of odor-causing bacteria, allowing you to wear it more and wash it less. Plus, with an under-the-helmet hood and pullover design, the Alpenglow hoody offers the ultimate in performance and long-wearing comfort.
Featuring Polygiene odor oontrol antibacterial technology ... Featuring Polygiene odor oontrol antibacterial technology that inhibits the growth of odor causing bacteria, so garments need less washing, saving water, energy and wear and tear. Learn More
We trust what we make because we use what we make. We trust what we make because we use what we make. All Black Diamond soft goods are warranted against defects in materials and construction for the practical lifetime of the product. Learn More
From clean climbing, to conservation, Black Diamond is committed to protecting the people and places we love.
In part, this product utilizes pre- or post-consumer recycled materials.
Inspired by rock, Heidi's prints for Black Diamond's Spring 2026 apparel tell a unique story. When you’re wearing one of our Alpenglow Hoodies or Rift Fleeces, know you’re wearing living, breathing art that was painted by hand.
Tough enough for climbing, built to handle anything. From days on the trail, miles on the road, hours at the office, our lifestyle apparel pays homage to our roots, while bringing style and functionality to our lives beyond the crag.
Overall rating: 4.7845883 / 5 from 571 reviews.
The Men's Alpenglow Hoody by Black Diamond is highly recommended for its excellent sun protection, lightweight design, and comfortable fit. Customers appreciate its soft, breathable fabric and odor control technology, making it ideal for long outdoor sessions.
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"Absolutely amazing for multi-day hot weather hikes! This is hands down the best hoodie I have ever owned. I recently took it on a multi-day trek in the heat, and it exceeded all expectations. It is incredibly comfortable, dries super fast, and doesn't hold any odor even after days of heavy sweating. 10/10 performance!"
"Bought two of these and absolutely love them! Great material, accurate fit, very comfortable. Put them through a test run climbing up in Leavenworth during a heat wave and they got the job done."
"I originally had 1x quarter zip and 1x hoody orange liked the feel and look of the hoody and bought a second. Great on sunny days, I hate wearing sunscreen and this protects me all day. I usually wear a hat with the hoody for full protection. Feels very breezy and better than a cotton tee shirt in terms of temperature. I’m in sunny San Diego."
"I exclusively wore this shirt for 10 days hiking the Tour Du Mont Blanc in late August. I was so glad I chose this hoodie. I normally find myself between a medium and large in most apparel items and I am glad I went with the large this time. It was a bit flowy and perfect for the super steep muggy climbs."
"I liked the men’s colors much more and had heard bad reviews about the pocket on the women’s so I went for the men’s and overall I like it but it fits strangely across the chest. It feels like the shoulders aren’t wide enough which is strange for a men’s fit."
"This is one of the best pieces of gear I own. I only need to purchase another because I burnt a huge hole in the shirt with a chainsaw, if it weren’t for that mishap the shirt would still be impeccable. I’ve worn this shirt more frequently and in more varied conditions than any other the last several years. It stays cooler and dries faster than any other shirt, and it does not hold odor. Black Diamond- Please do NOT change this shirt and keep a neutral earth-tone such as the Tundra color available at all times and I will keep coming back. Funny colors are great if you do recreation sports in Utah or Colorado but natural people living natural lives in natural settings like to wear natural colors. If you want to feel one with the nature, dress like the nature."
"The price and quality are great. The hood fits over the helmet nicely."
"Day 1 I wore this up a hot and grueling climbers' approach trail. Day 2 I wore it crossing glaciers and then as my base layer up the climb. I figured the offwidths and chimneys would shred it but I can't even tell now that I washed it. Great base layer too."
"This is a fantastic hoody. It is light, cool, and acts like air conditioning in the sun. I'm a ginger and keeping my skin out of the sun is critical. I would ask the next model have looser sleeves. These are a bit tight but not in an uncomfortable way."
"Im 6’1” 180-lbs (broad shoulde / athletic build), & the Large size fit so well, that I ordered another one in a different color."
| Size | Chest | Hip | Arm Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 34 - 35.5 in 86.5 - 90 cm | 33.5 - 35 in 85 - 89 cm | 33.5 in 85 cm |
| S | 36 - 38 in 91 - 96.5 cm | 35.5 - 37.5 in 90 - 95.5 cm | 33.5 in 85 cm |
| M | 38.5 - 41 in 97.5 - 104 cm | 38 - 40.5 in 96.5 - 103 cm | 34 in 86.5 cm |
| L | 41.5 - 44.5 in 105 - 113 cm | 41 - 44 in 104 - 112 cm | 34 in 86.5 cm |
| XL | 45 - 48.5 in 114 - 123 cm | 44.5 - 48 in 113 - 122 cm | 34.5 in 87.5 cm |
Designed to fit slim to the body for an athletic, low-profile fit without restricting mobility and accommodating base layers or light midlayers.
A classic universal fit with comfortable ease. May feature slight body shaping, but predominantly straighter fit that will accommodate midlayers more comfortably.
Generous through the body for a casual loose-to-oversized fit without shaping. Designed for comfort, it accommodates heavier mid-layers.
Measure around the chest/bust just under the arms and across the shoulder blades.
Measure from the center back of the neck, across the shoulder, and down the arm to the wrist.
Measure around the widest point of the hips.
Measure around the narrowest part of the waist.
