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Barren River Lake Store: Patagonia Men's Yewcrag Hoodie Hex Gray - Size - 2XL


Patagonia Men's Yewcrag Hoodie Hex Gray - Size - 2XL
by Patagonia
$139
At first glance this hoodie might appear to be just like your favorite broken-in sweatshirt.Don't be fooled. There's more here than meets the eye.Does that old sweatshirt you can't bear to part with wick moisture away from your skin to the outside of the fabric so it can evaporate and keep you comfortable and dry Patagonia's Yewcrag Hoodie does. Beginning in the 1930s, the iconic hoodie's appeal has gone from athletic sportswear to street style virtually unchanged. Patagonia has taken the hoodie's function and fashion to a whole new level with the Yewcrag. Will this be your new old favorite After we break down what makes it different below—you tell us. 65% organic cotton/35% COOLMAX polyester. Imported.The DesignThe first thing that catches your attention is how the waffle-knit body with jersey-knit sleeves create a subtle tone-on-tone look that's rugged and ready to follow your lead by land or by sea. The three-piece hood lies flatter on your back when you aren't wearing it and lets you move your head from side-to-side inside the hood with less restriction when you are. The sleeves are raglan style so the hem won't ride up as you reach for that illusive hold when bouldering. The deep front zipper allows you to adjust the ventilation for temperature control. Invisible spandex in the ribbed cuffs and hem maintain the structure and clean shape. Finally, the hip length provides better coverage when bending over to tie your hiking boots.The FabricThe look may be rugged, but the fabric on this hoodie is an all-out next-to-skin-soft blend of organic cotton and COOLMAX polyester. I'm not eating this hoodie, so why use organic cotton Farmers have been growing cotton without harmful chemicals for years with methods that support biodiversity and healthy ecosystems, improve the quality of soil and often use less water. Their yield is high, and the quality of the cotton they grow is equal to or better than conventionally grown cotton. Why isn't all cotton grown organically then Well organic farming is more time consuming, requires more knowledge and skill and (the kicker) costs more. But those of us who are committed to protecting our environment think its worth it. As for the COOLMAX part of the blend, this technology transports moisture away from your body to keep you comfortable and dry to optimize your
Product # 18885012 | Mfg # 53455-HEXG-2X