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#8 on this list
Men's Comet Hoody
Duckworth
Best American-made cold-weather base layer
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#9 on this list
Kodiak Heavyweight 400 Brushed Wool Hoodie
Minus33
Best heavyweight for deep cold
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| Spec | Men's Comet Hoody | Kodiak Heavyweight 400 Brushed Wool Hoodie |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Grown and sewn in the USA | — |
| Fabric Build | Bi-component knit (synthetic inner, wool outer) | — |
| Primary Fibers | Montana Rambouillet merino wool and polyester | — |
| Fit Style | Athletic, contoured active fit | — |
| Hood Type | Close-fitting under-helmet balaclava style | — |
| Primary Season | Late fall through deep winter | — |
| Fabric Weight | — | 400 g/m² heavyweight |
| Material | — | 100% Merino wool |
| Knit Style | — | Interlock knit with brushed fleece backer |
| Closure | — | Full-length center front zipper |
| Pockets | — | Two deep welt hand pockets |
| Fit Profile | — | Relaxed outer layer silhouette |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Men's Comet Hoody
- Poly-merino dual-face knit clears perspiration faster than pure wool
- Rugged construction handles pack friction and hard work without tearing
- Close-fitting hood rides smoothly beneath ski and climbing helmets
- Fully sourced and constructed in the United States
- Substantial bulk makes it less practical as a stowed spare layer
- Lacks the ultra-soft hand feel of pure high-end merino against skin
- Too warm for moderate aerobic activity above freezing temperatures
Kodiak Heavyweight 400 Brushed Wool Hoodie
- Unrivaled thermal density from authentic 400 gsm pure merino
- Soft brushed fleece interior provides scratch-free comfort
- Substantial build resists snags and campfire ember burns
- Naturally odor-resistant across extended backcountry stays
- Excessively bulky and heavy for standard backpack storage
- Takes a very long time to air dry once thoroughly wet
- Overheats quickly during moderate to high aerobic output
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