Patagonia Boys' Polarized Hoody

Patagonia Boys' Polarized Hoody

A lightweight hoody for the beach or everyday wear that's made of soft polyester jersey with 20-UPF sun protection. This garment has a Relaxed Fit A lean, lightweight hoody for post-surf chills or beating back the afternoon sun. The 100% polyester jersey wears super soft against the skin, slides easily under a top layer and has 20-UPF sun protection built into the fabric. Flat seams further smoothen the feel while forward shoulder seams prevent chafing under pack straps. Kangaroo-style front pocket. Soft polyester feels like cotton with 20-UPF sun protection Hood provides extra sun-and-wind protection Forward shoulder seams prevent chafing with backpack straps Kangaroo-style front pocket Flat-seamed throughout Updated fabric 4.8-oz 100% polyester jersey with 20-UPF sun protection 170 g (6 oz) 20-upf

Lacking fur, feathers or scales, we humans have to think up clever ways to protect ourselves from the sun. Products with the UPF designation provide built-in sun protection that won’t wear off. To achieve sun protection, we take a varied approach, depending on the degree desired and the fabric used. Elements of the strategy can range from yarn selection to fabric construction to the use of special finishes (especially for light colors). Patagonia products with rated UPF protection are tested independently to meet Australia/New Zealand or AATCC protocols. A rating of 15-24 earns a product a rating of “good”; a rating of 25-39 is "very good"; and a rating of 40-50+ is “excellent.” * * When tested in accordance with Australian/New Zealand test methods AS/NZS 4399 or AATCC 183/ASTM6603/ASTM D6544.