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
In part, this product utilizes pre- or post-consumer recycled materials.
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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.
Across hundreds of reviews, the Men's Alpenglow is called one of the best sun hoodies available: lightweight, breathable, quick-drying and effective at blocking sun whether climbing, hiking, fishing or on glaciers. Many own several and praise its odor resistance and helmet-compatible hood. The main critiques are a slim fit that can be tight in the shoulders and armpits, no thumb holes, fabric that can snag, scratchy seams for some, and a loose hood that can blow off in the wind.
AI-generated summary of verified customer reviews.
Overall rating: 4.7810345 / 5 from 580 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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"Love this hoodie, you can use it for anything. I run, hike, climb, bike, and fish in this all day. I’ve used it as a base layer for Rainer and was not disappointed. Super breathable and moisture wicking. Just buy it"
"These shirts are an essential piece of gear. I work high in the mountains of Colorado with copious amounts of sun. These shirts prevent me from baking in the sun, breath pretty well and are surprisingly cool. They are supposed to fit a little baggy to breathe effectively. I also use these shirts during kids soccer games and long days at the beach. I prefer not to wear sunscreen, because these shirts are so perfect. I usually go with the lighter colors for obvious reasons. I have eight of these shirts. These shirts are a bit delicate in willows, brush and sharp objects, but they don't tear. The weaving just pulls out a little bit creating a little loop in the fabric. If you don't mind that if, these shirts will last for ever."
"I've only had a chance to wear it once while kayaking but it was comfortable and allowed full range of motion of my arms. It is probably true to size. Mine is a little large but I recently lost some weight. I ordered an XL but probably could have gone with a large. Not a fault of the product. I will definitely be wearing it more."
"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!"
"I bought this hoody for a 3 week river rafting trip down the Colorado and wore it every single day. It's nice and breathable, and keeps you from having to apply sunscreen too often. I'll probably buy a second one since the first is now river brown :)"
"This is the perfect sun hoodie for hiking and backpacking in the Pacific Northwest. It might be slightly too heavy if you are in warmer, desert climates but for the Cascades it is perfect. Cool enough to wear hiking on sunny days, but still cuts down on the chill a little bit on windy ridges or as the sun begins to drop. You can wear it all day. It dries quickly and does a good job of staying odor free."
"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 have 1 of the original ones from black diamonds first season with this product. I still use the original (one of the last remaining). they can last through a lot of expeditions so it was natural to return and restock the ones I wore out over the years"
"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."
| 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.
