Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear-Men's Butter Man Colorblock Hoody

Dressing just right for aerobic outdoor pursuits here in Colorado can be challenging at times. Quite often you’re wearing too much or too little and conditions may change during your activity. The Men’s ‘Butter Man Hoody’ from Mountain Hardwear hits the sweet spot with a strategic combination of warmth and ventilation. This is a lightweight half-zip pullover that features thumb loops and a snug hood, making it well suited for a range of temperatures and activities. With the use of Mountain Hardwear’s ‘Better Butter’ fabric and a snug athletic fit, the hoody feels like an ultra-soft second skin. I found it to breath, wick, and dry extremely well, and it provided surprisingly good wind protection for how thin it is. This hoody is versatile as a layer under a light jacket, over a compression t-shirt, or on its own. The hood was unnoticeable while running and the neck zips up high offering extra warmth while being very comfortable. The hoody has reflective accents on the front and sides. I did find the thumb wholes to be cut a tad too high in the sleeve for the average arm length but all in all, it’s easily my new favorite baselayer. The Butter Man is offered in a non-hooded version for men and goes by the name of ‘Butter Zippit Hoody’ for women.

Price: $80

Weight: 12 oz.

Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL