The Perfect Men's Sweatshirt for Hiking: What Should It Be Like?

If you are used to dressing in a classic or strict business style, but a walk in nature or a hike in the mountains is ahead of you, this task is entirely manageable: pay attention to men’s sweatshirts — a remarkable combination of elegance and practicality. This item with a rich history has attracted the attention of designers from the best fashion houses and, in recent times, has not left the fashion catwalks.

You now have the chance to look stylish even while on holiday or traveling. Sweatshirts are made for comfort during active outdoor pursuits and are an excellent alternative to familiar sweaters, hoodies or sweatshirts.

Men’s sweatshirt. History and tailoring secrets

This plain-cut knitted top began in the USA, back in the 20s of the last century. A successful businessman who produced sportswear came up with a practical sports outfit for his footballer son that quickly absorbed moisture while running and did not restrict movement.

Soon, the sweatshirt (“sweat shirt”) quickly moved out of the sportswear category. It began to be worn by everyone, regardless of age or gender. That is how the sweatshirt became a constant wardrobe staple for those who value comfort and a clean cut. Classic sweatshirts include the following details:

• A round neckline with soft binding;

• Raglan sleeves, wide elastic cuffs;

• A straight, loose silhouette, with a wide elastic band at the hem as well.

Thanks to the efforts of designers, the sweatshirt is gradually changing; in the lines of well-known brands there are models with a hood, with a short or long zip fastening, with inner and patch pockets, and with a stand-up collar.

The collections feature trend colors, while patches, stripes and logos give the pieces sporty chic and status. Sweatshirts go harmoniously with almost everything in a men’s wardrobe, so if you are heading off on a hike, it will not be hard for you to put together practical outfits with jackets and trousers.

What is a hiking sweatshirt like?

Outdoor clothing differs from what you are used to in everyday life, which is why it is bought in specialist stores. But the sweatshirt has also proved itself here, demonstrating its versatility for different occasions. The MODIVO catalog includes many models that you can choose for active leisure.

What functions should a sweatshirt perform if you are going on a hike in the off-season or in winter?

• Retain heat well;

• Be lightweight;

• Absorb sweat quickly;

• Dry quickly and prevent overheating.

Fleece sweatshirts meet all of these requirements, and you can wear them not only on a hike but also to create stylish everyday city outfits.

In cold weather, a tourist should be equipped according to all the rules; specialists in this field recommend fleece items as a mid-layer under a jacket and over thermal underwear. Pay attention to the properties of the fabric and the cut of your sweatshirt.

Material

Fleece is an excellent fabric with many advantages. Essentially, it is polyester with pile, which can be on the inside, outside or both sides. It differs in density and pile length: the denser the material, the warmer it is.

• For spring and autumn, choose lightweight sweatshirts with short pile, and for winter travel you can buy dense double-sided models.

Fleece is very soft to the touch, lightweight and pliable, so sweatshirts can be rolled up easily and will not take up much space in a backpack.

• Unlike wool sweaters and cardigans, they dry very quickly, do not add extra weight to your gear, allow the skin to breathe and have hypoallergenic properties.

You will always be warm and comfortable in any weather!

Cut

A branded sweatshirt combines thoughtful tailoring and high-quality construction; in our catalog you can choose models with different silhouettes. For hikes, we recommend choosing sweatshirts with a fitted or straight cut.

Sleeves with cuffs, additional elastic inserts, a wide elastic band at the hem and the right length create comfort in wear. Even during active movement, you will not need to keep adjusting the sweatshirt.

Choose stylish men’s sweatshirts from the best brands at MODIVO; we wish you vivid impressions and a good rest!