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.
We’re moving warehouses! Place your order by 6/5 to avoid shipping delays during our closure from 6/9–6/17.
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.
Antibacterial technology inhibits the growth of odor causing bacteria, so garments need less washing, saving water, energy and wear and tear.
We trust what we make because we use what we make. All Black Diamond soft goods are warrantied against defects in materials and construction for the practical lifetime of the product.
From clean climbing, to conservation, Black Diamond is committed to protecting the people and places we love.
Learn More
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: 4.787594 / 5 from 532 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.
Review topics: ["size","fit","model","coverage","weight","durability","fabric","issues","performance","quality","weather","length","color","material","design","pockets","movement","feel","looks","function","comfort","wear","layer","works","protection","sleeves","sweat","shirt","top","arms"].
"I just bought my second of these sun hoodies. It’s the best one I’ve ever owned. It doesn’t stink even after days of use. It’s great sun cover and breaths really well. I recommend it to anyone outdoors for long periods of time"
"Great sun hoodie, oversized hood is awesome for my dreads, super comfy and durable, great fit, perfect base layer. My go to for climbing and trail running & working outside in the sun. Only downside is the fabric is slightly grabby on my rough hands but it's not too bad and only really noticeable when getting dressed. I tore it on a fence sewed it up and it's still held up great. I need to get another."
"I bought my husband the Alpenglow Hoody for his birthday and he loves it. He just wore it on a day-long hike in Korea, in the sun with 80+ degree weather. He loves the hood and said it kept him cool all day, wicking away sweat and protecting him from the sun. We wish it came in kids sizes!"
"I just wanted to write that pun and hopefully get that $100 gift card. It’s a good sun hoodie. It breathes well and dries quickly. 10/10 would hide from the sun in this whether at the crag or climbing a mountain. Comfortable to sleep in as well."
"Bought this for a trip to the tropics. Left Maine and went to the carribean to be on a boat. I basically lived in this shirt, it was amazing! Kept me from getting burned and kept me cool all week. I wore it on the boat and in the water and it dried quickly. Next, I'll take it to the mountains."
"Seems like everyone has this style of shirt. What makes Black Diamonds better. The style, the fabric, the quality. Size is true to fit. Very versatile can wear it as an extra layer or a single layer depending on temps."
"I wore my Alpenglow for the first time last weekend on a rainy raw morning. I used it as my mid-layer under my rain jacket. It was so comfortable that I forgot I was wearing it. To me that’s a sign of a perfect piece of outdoor gear!"
"Love the shirt for warmer weather. I like having sleeves yet I never get too hot in it and obviously it protects against the sun. Perfect all around shirt."
"This is the best sun hoody money can buy, it keeps you cool when your hot, and warm when your cool. It’s super durable and been using it ever day that i climb. abrasion resistant and also doesn’t get messed up in the wash and that’s a huge plus!"
"Initial impressions are positive - fit, features and materials. It's a nice weight and sleeves (in size L) are perfect for my 35s. Hood is clearly useful and fits well. I will really put this to the test later this spring when visiting a tropical climate."
| 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.
