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April 21, 2022
Super comfy
I was worried they had changed the fit after reading a couple of reviews to that affect. This is my 4th one and I dont notice a difference. Its my go to shirt for most of summer.
This hoody was way better than the Capilene Cool Hoody, the fit, features, and comfort is in every way better on the Tropic Comfort 2.
I've had a few skin cancers cut out of me, so I've gone to exclusively wearing sun shirts. I've gone through mulitple different brands of sun hoodies, and I thought I found my winner with the Tropic... Read More Comfort 2.
If I would of known they were going to be discontinued, I would of bought another 7-8 more!
The material and cut on the Tropic Comfort 2, along with the button closure, and thumb loop holes make it a far superior and comfortable shirt.
PLEASE reconsider bringing this back. It really is THAT much better than the Capilene Cool Hoody.
This is a great shirt to wear on a sunny day when out for a hike or walk. Sun protection is a must here is Arizona and this shirt does it in style. Material is super lightweight and feels almost cool on your skin. I am a Patagonia medium across the board for all tops and this one fits spot on. The light blue is a great color and the fish graphic on... Read More the back gives it the right amount of flare.
Nice shirt overall but since it is a very thin material it is rather clingy. To bad it doesn't have a pocket like my daughter s does. Definitely will help with sun protection which is the reason for my purchase.
I bought one of these hoodies and wore it non-stop for a week (I work from home). No smell, so comfortable. I bought another. This is a perfect backpacking under layer. I breathes very well, inhibits smell to a freaky degree, slides under everything very easily, and provides skin shading when needed.
For someone carrying a bit of extra under-skin ... Read Moreinsulation the tropic weight is perfect. I have a similar generic hoodie that's a quarter the price but doesn't breathe and doesn't move or drape like this. Highly recommended!
If you are looking for a casual shirt that will keep the sun off you without being too hot, this is it. This immediately moved into the favorite shirt rotation. Fits great, looks great, feels great and battles sweat. Really happy with this purchase.
Ive tried other brands from outdoor companies - these two are so much better. They breathed so well - 90 degree heat in Belize and they were comfortable all day - in and out of the water.
This is the second one of these that I have purchased. It is super comfortable, feels great on the skin, and keeps the sun off so I don't wear sunscreen. Dries fast too so great for the beach or hiking.
Really stylish and comfortable hoody that has washed and worn well. My only issue is Patagonia still makes clothes a little boxy for lean builds. This hoody is much more of an athletic cut than some pieces but a bit more would be great.
Heading out for 2 week sortie- flats fishing. The hoodies mitigate much of the reflective damage .
Lightweight non-restrictive.
I wear them instead of bug dope for long days on the water in the 907 as well.
I've got this hoodie for summer camping, and ended up using it as my hiking wear, daily wear, and as my work attire (I live and work in SF Bay Area, so a hoodie can be considered business-casual here).
Not the same hoodie, of course - I have 4 pairs.
It is perfect for somewhat relaxed activities, due to its relaxed fit. It works both in wa... Read Morerm and cold (California cold) weather. Highly recommended.
Was skeptical about these sun shirts but have come to love them. Standard sun ware for me even when it is hot when sun screen would clog my pores. Highly recommend this shirt.
I love the Tropic Comfort Hoodie. I bought it for fishing, but I find myself using it for hiking and casual wear too. The materiel is above and beyond better than other sun hoodies I own. Wish I could order more
I love performance fabric hoodies and this one is great. It has a less athletic cut than the Cap Cool Daily which I also bought but returned. I would have preferred it to be less branded, but it was on sale. It is in the rotation.
The material is amazingly comfortable and soft. Breathes nicely for warmer climates or for layering. Keep in mind this is a relaxed fit so if you prefer a more fitted look, you may want to size down. I'm 6'1" 190lbs and this fits comfortable and loose.
Hi Joon, thank you for submitting this review. We're sorry you've found that hoody to be too large. It is shaped with a relaxed fit, but it sounds like in this case it was TOO relaxed. If you like, we'll be happy to help you [return](https://www.patagonia.com/returns.html) it.
March 14, 2022
Nice fit. Sun blocker on Rafting trips
The fit is perfect. I use it for a sun shield when hiking and on the water rafting, canoeing. It's light weight and cool for those hot sunny days.
I had never owned Patagonia clothing before this hoody. I bought it for fly fishing here in the Mountains of Montana almost 2 years ago. After wearing it a lot, and countless washings... it still looks as good as it did the day I purchased it. That alone would be reason enough to buy this hoody, but other reasons include great fit, extreme comfort,... Read More and it makes me look cooler than I really am. I like hiking in this shirt too because of the sun protection and it's breathability. I wish I could find more, I would buy one in every color.
I have worn this to warm up for tennis, hiking on slightly cool days, and walking in windy conditions at the beach, All in one week, This top is awesome.
I am a fishing guide in the Florida keys. I have always worn collared shirts for the sun protection of my neck. I now prefer the Tropic Comfort Hoody as the hood also provides shade on the sides of my face and cuts glare to better see in the water. Much cooler than any bamboo shirt of the like. Love these shirts!
We have hooded sun shirts from a few different companies. I bought this shirt for my husband and he absolutely loves it. Its a regular-loose fit and the hood is big enough to go over a ball cap style hat easily. He wants to buy a bunch more!
Would love it if you guys would make stuff in bigger sizes, you need to do a 4x and a 5x and also tall. my torso is long so my shirts always are a bit shorter than I like, especially as they get older and shrink a bit.
Love this hoodie though, absolutely love it, and so do my sons, bought four for them. I have six of these.
Wore this for 5 days straight backpacking on Catalina Island. Excellent sun protection (even if it isn't SPF 80 or whatever). I hate putting on tons of sunscreen on backpacking trips because it gets clogged with dirt and no (pleasant) way to wash it off, so avoiding sunscreen and wearing light-weight sun shirts and hats is my preferred method.... Read More The hood on this is great for covering lots of the face. Just needed sunscreen on my nose and cheekbones - not bad at all.
The customer service is above and beyond. Tonya went above and beyond getting the shirt to me in time for my Mexico fishing trip. The product was perfect for the material. I was flyfishing and would have liked a little more room.
I spend a lot of time with my family in Florida and in Seattle fishing and hiking and this is a great lightweight, breathable layer for sun protection.
Absolutely love this shirt. Seriously and the medium was the perfect fit. However, after months of wear, wash, and dry it got smaller and smaller. Larger is way too big for me so it you get one, be sure not to run it through the dryer too often (or at all).
Great for sun protection on hot days- lightweight and comfortable. Perfect for fishing, stand up paddling and anything else that involves sun, water and working up a sweat.
Super comfortable, light and a delight in how it feels to wear! Love the look as well. Wear for kicking around, as well as hiking and trail-running in cool weather. Truly glad I made the buy!
very soft, breathes, not tight (fits like a loose t-shirt). Great for keeping sun off the back of the neck and ears when gardening. Light enough for hood to easily go under a cap for fishing - also loose enough for cap to go under. Great as a base layer in colder weather.
Patagonia products are always very reliable but this is no different from the classic stinky polyester shirt. After one day of use, it has that musty weird smell. It isn't a horrible smell, but definitely not a pleasant one. I just yearn for a good outdoor activity long sleeve that can protect me from the sun but also that can worn for days at... Read More a time (on backpacking or climbing trips etc.) without becoming unbearably smelly. I have pants that can do that. I have cotton shirts that can do that, and I have merino wool socks that can do that. Lets find a blend that doesn't trap smell eh?
Hello Shamon, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're are sorry to learn about the odor issue. You may want to consider running a load of laundry with 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar in the washing machine's detergent compartment, without any detergent or fabric softener to remove the smell. If this does not help, please feel free to [return](https://www.patagonia.com/returns.html) the hoody.
September 29, 2021
Comfortable but lacks any durability
First off I love Patagonia and what they stand for. They make a number of awesome products I own. I received the tropic comfort hoody as a gift and really liked its ability to block sun while remaining breathable. However, after one wash it has numerous small holes throughout it. I know its thin, but I definitely expected more from it.
Hi Matt! Thank you for taking the time to write us a review. We're really sorry to hear about the small holes developing after such little time. We completely understand the disappointment with the quality. We've reach out to you directly with return assistance.
August 25, 2021
Great shade
I'm 6 foot 170, I love the fit of the large, has a little room for comfort. Perfect for sun responsibility, I try to never let the sun touch my bare skin
The sizing is "generous" I'd say. I'm normally an XL in Pata technical wear and an L in logo-t's etc. The L Tropic Comfort Hoody fits perfectly. If you want a more slim fit the Capilene cool daily hoody will be your style. It's too bad this style was recalled. Patagonia if you're listening, please liquidate these ... Read Morewith a UPF disclaimer, I'll buy 2 or 3 more!
Now we know that it isn't 50+ UPF and that makes sense since it has always felt a bit too warm if the outside temp went over 90 deg F. It's okay when there's a breeze blowing but in hot humid weather, it's not that great to wear. I was wearing primarily as a sun blocker and to keep relatively cool but I guess neither is as adver... Read Moretised. I still wear it, though.
I love this hoody. I primarily use it for climbing/spring skiing in the Eastern Sierra, and its the perfect protection from the sun. I highly recommend it!
Bought these shirts for sun protection but everyone loves them so much that they are in the regular rotation of what they wear each week. My husband wore his while fly fishing for a week in Belize. It completely blocked the sun and kept him cool.
I wore this shirt all summer life guarding! It was probably washed only once . There was no odor ever! 3 other guards liked it so much they also grabbed on. Fit is a bit loose which is perfect for hot summers. Material is light and airy while also not feeling cheap. Great job Patagonia!
Recently played beach volleyball in this and was super impressed with the overall comfort, I love the thumb holes and sun blocking. I bought a large but normally wear XL, found this runs just a bit big for a large . I did have a short sleeved t-shirt underneath it as well.
Purchased and wore on a recent trip to Greece on the flight and around the country and the product is great with its light weight and super comfortable fabric. Great to use on a cold day but also keeps your skin protected on a hot day. Highly recommend!
Ive worn both large and medium sizes. The large is nice and breezy for me on trips exploring tropical coastlines. And the medium fits nice too.. cant go wrong. All you need is this shirt, board shorts, flops and your gear.. enjoy
The best fishing shirt out there, period. Great warm weather fishing garment, super comfortable and provides great sun protection throughout the day - especially with the hood! Fit is true to size with a little extra room and stretch to keep you cool. Wicks away moisture and dries quickly. Would definitely recommend for anyone heading to the flats ... Read Morefor saltwater fishing, or even warmer days in the summer freshwater. Definitely the fishing shirt that I use the most!
Bought this to keep the sun off of me while outside. I've worn this running, golfing, fishing, and while being out and about. It's a great looking shirt and feels just as good to the touch. Highly recommend despite it being on the pricier side of these type of shirts. Even with this said I will most likely buy another.
This is a great light weight sun protection piece. Light enough to go on a hike and run and really keeps the sun off my skin. Great for humid Texas weather near the water and cool enough to let the breeze in.
This shirt is my boyfriends new favorite boating rafting shirt. Its protective from the sun while also staying cool. Its quick drying and keeps him comfy all day
Love the style, material and fit. Likely to buy another color. Only issue I have is the hood is so lightweight it constantly moving to the front of my body. Its a little annoying- almost need a tiny weigh in the hoody to hold it on my back. Great material.
I have the light orange or crawfish colored tropic hoody from a few years back. I've worn it a hundred times - favorite shirt for rafting and hiking. Last week I decided to treat myself to another color so I bought the blue, which I'm wearing now. New favorite shirt...sorry orange. You should know that the reason for my 5 star review is t... Read Morehe colors in both of these shirts, as well as the half dozen R-1 shirts I've owned for ten years, are true and they hold up for years! Plus they are exceptionally well made. Seriously I love Patagonia clothes.
Comfortable, light fabric. Kept me dry. A little large but the light fabric makes it fit well. Great color, love the shark design. Love patagonia's commitment to the environment with recyclables and reusing.
I live in the desert and wear one of these hoodies pretty much every single day. It is by far the best hoodie I found for desert field work and recreation. Only wish is for it to be available in a women's style!
One of the most comfortable sweatshirts that I own. And the color is great. Loved it so much I bought a second one. Excited to use this summer in Flagstaff where the days are warm but the nights can get a little chilly. The fabric is super soft and comfortable. The torso length is a little long for my liking but understandable given that it's ... Read Moremeant to be a more relaxed fit.
A staple in my pack for backpacking & fishing trips. Wears exceptionally well. Wicks moisture, blocks sun, and feels great against skin under a pack. Highly recommend!
Great top for many activities: hiking in a variety of weather (alone, t-shirt, long sleeve shirt, jacket,rain gear, ) indoors, sun ( protection) . This shirt is perfect!
I normally buy cheaper clothes but decided to spring for this item and I'm happy I did. It's not expensive or over priced for how nice it is, but I'm just a scrappy thrift shop scavenger. It's super comfortable, very well constructed and designed and it's perfect for living on the coast and being at the beach almost daily. ... Read MoreThe UPF keeps my cursed ginger complexion safe and I look and feel badass wearing and get told that often while wearing it. I wear it so much that I just hope I don't wear it out anytime soon.
Nice piece of gear. Ive got a couple Patagonia r/o sun shirts, but this is my new favorite. Its the same light weight fabric of the Capilene cool shirts so its soft, comfortable, and quick drying. I teach sailing so Im out in the sun a lot. This is a great way keep cool and stay protected.
Been loving this thing on the trails, when I need some UV protection on belay, and in the backyard doing yard work. Don't get burnt, keeps mosquitoes away and the moisture wicking helps a ton. I think an improvement would be that it is a tad bit more breathable?
I live in the Santa Monica Mountains and the sun can really get your skin if you aren't careful. When I'm running sunblock tends to get in my eyes and isn't very useful. I sweat a lot. The hood helps with protecting my neck and the thumb holes really give it a great mall ninja feel.
I have several of the older versions of these shirts. I ordered 2 new ones as my old ones are getting gnarly. In the older version I was a large. The new version is cut much more true to size. I had to return the large for an extra large. Love the new material. These are my favorite fishing shirts. Just know if youve ordered them in the past that y... Read Moreou may need to go up a size.
This is precisely what I was looking for. Great cover from the sun and feels weightless while wearing. I even feel a little cooler in direct sun when there is a little breeze than when Im not wearing it.
Thanks again for delivering Patagonia.
I bought this for myself when they first came out and it has helped protect my arms from the sun while at beach after surfing, playing golf or walking. I liked that it was light weight, cool and the thumb hole to cover my hands. When visiting a friend in Cal. I bought him and a crew for his wife as house guest gifts. They both were very impressed. ... Read MoreI have a few crews from a few years ago, wish you still made the crews with the thumb hole. Great idea making this with and without the hoody. Cheers.
Hands down Patagonia is my Favorite! Superb Quality...
This Hoodie is Amazing. It exactly does what it says.
I would definitely buy more of these if Patagonia make slight design changes.
1. I am using Patagonias Capilene Cool Daily Hoodie and i feel it is slightly more softer inside. (Maybe i am wrong)
2. I dont like to use button near my neck.... Read More It is little uncomfortable and awkward for me. (This is purely personal preference though)
3. Is it possible to use Capilene material for thumb holes.? (I like the soft material of the liner inside Nine Trails Shorts). Also, Maybe foldable pullover/sleeve for the rest of the palm. (This can give complete sun protection as well as warmth when needed)
4. It will be fantastic to have Darker Grey Color hoodie.
These are my favorite shirts on the planet, if I could wear them exclusively, I would! Lightweight and breathable, I cant wear them on hot days or cold, on the River or hanging around the house.
I really love this sun hoody, I think it's my favorite of the three different types that patagonia offers. The thumb holes are great for keeping the sun off your wrists, and the hoody works well keeping the sun off your face. My only two very slight comments would be the sleeves when rolled up do pinch my elbow joints slightly, and the hood bu... Read Moretton is difficult to do with one hand. Otherwise super comfortable capilene fabric, great fabric weight; I've worn this in 80F sunny hike and felt relatively cool, and really enjoyed the sun off my neck.
I recently moved to a new house that is on the water in the Northern Neck of Virginia and I knew I was going to be spending a lot of time outside in the sun and heat. I have fair skin and wear sunscreen but I was looking for the next level of protection. This definitely fits the bill. I went with the medium and it fits very nicely. Not too loose an... Read Mored not too tight. I am 6 and 185 pounds and I usually order a large but sometimes I find the large size in Patagonia is a bit too large. This shirt has great stretch as well. I usually wear it with the hood up over a Patagonia trucker hat and the sun protection is great. I now have 3 of these and plan to wear them pretty much every day outside. I have worn them for hikes, walks, working around the property, in my boat and on my paddle board. Love this shirt and highly recommend it.
This shirt is absolutely perfect for wearing to the beach, surfing, on the boat. Dries quick. Super comfortable. I'm 6'2" and 180 LBs and M fits really well, not too baggy.
This hoodie is perfect for the Spring weather. I bought this hoodie in order to stay protected from the sun. It isn't too warm to wear, even if it is 80 degrees and sunny. The fit is perfect, and I've already ordered another one. Highly recommended for those looking to keep the rays off while staying cool.
I bought this for added sun protection. It does an excellent job and remains cool through out the day. The hood works well to protect my neck and it doesn't get in the way or pull when not in use. I ended up buying another. Good for long casual bike rides, runs, hikes, or kayak trips.
This hoody is great because it provides full sleeve, hooded warmth, and wind protection on chilly mornings on the river and then seamlessly transitions to sun protection and cooling by the afternoon. Also, I am 6'1" and glad I went with the Medium as it fits true to size.
Super comfortable, lightweight, sun protection. I appreciate using this as sun protection instead of chemicals. Stays cool in the heat and hood fits over a ball cap. Great for casual wear as well as when working out/ mountain biking/ hiking. One of my favorite articles of clothing!
I have had at least one of these shirts for the past 6 years. They are excellent. Sizing is pretty true when the garment is dry, but some may think it runs a little big. After 6 years, my first shirt started to show wear around sewing finish on the hood. EZ fix with home repair. The fabric feels great on the skin wet/dry during the hottest of days.... Read More I like them so much I've purchased 2 more over the past few years.
Very comfortable and feels cooling when sweating in hot weather. Great color and fits just right. I am 6, 178 lbs. large sizes in this were too loose fitting.
I purchased 4 of the older versions of this shirt a few years ago and bought 2 more for the upcoming fishing season. The new version is cut quite a bit smaller. I had to return them for the next size up. The new material is a bit thinner too. Not sure why they changed a shirt that was killer to start with. The new material does feel nice on the ski... Read Moren. Just know if youve bought these in the past that theyre not the same.
Dont fix it.
The first iteration of the tropic comfort was better, in my humble opinion. I love mine. I live in it. Do everything in it. Hiking, fishing, climbing, lounging, whatever.
The new one... meh. I actually retuned it. (Though I might buy a bigger size)
Changes include:
Less comfy (completely subjective)
Less roomy
Thinner
Shorter
The... Read More sunshade is closer to the older tropic comfort so that works I guess.
Overall solid shirt. I wore this for 4 days of intense/sweaty activity and I felt dry by the end of each day. Thumb loops fit under my gloves which is a bonus. The hood is huge, fits over a climbing helmet if needed. The button is nice for preventing neckburn from reflected sun off snow/water.
So far so good! Fits well and is really soft and comfortable. Haven't had it very long. But a full day of work on a sunny day and a few hours in the kayak on the lake and haven't got any sort of sun burn so it seems to be working well.
This product is new to me in 2021. Purchased for upcoming warm weather for hiking/photographing/beach walking in warm buggy weather so not yet tried in those conditions. Like the feel/monkey paws/hood.
Keeps me warm during the slight ocean / beach breeze run.
Thumb holes and neck/hood button are nice bonus options. If you spend a lot of time in the sun several shirts like this are important to own.
Wonderful quality as expected by Patagonia. Soft and breathable. My only issue is that it runs a bit large. Im 5 11 225 ordered a LX, as I do with all my shirts from Patagonia. But this one fit a bit different.
I'm a long-time Patagonia customer. I buy these products for the quality. Lately I am seeing that colors of some products are fading in the sun. This hoody is the second of this color, third overall, that I have purchased. When I placed the new one next to the old one I noticed the old one has faded quite a bit.
Hi Gordon, thank you for reaching out and we are sorry to hear that the color faded in the sun. We understand that can be a bummer, especially when you're loving the vibrancy of a color. If you decide you'd like to send any of those items back under our [warranty](https://www.patagonia.com/returns.html), we welcome you to do so.
April 13, 2021
Fit as expected
6'2" 165 lbs. broad chested.
Fits as expected. Slightly loose for comfort. I wear the same size in the Tee shirt version. And I like the color and how airy it feels.
Super soft and comfortable hoodie. I use it while fishing to minimize sun exposure. I went a size up in the event I wanted to layer it over a tshirt. Im 511 and 200lbs. The large for ok in the body, but was right in the arms so I exchanged it for a XL. Unless you like skinny jeans I suggest going a size up. Love it, and will be adding more to my wa... Read Morerdrobe for future fishing and beach ventures.
Awesome product I used while down in Mexico on a fly fishing trip. It was exactly what I was looking for in terms of providing protection from the sun and staying breathable in a tropical climate.
i picked up this shirt because i was needing something with long sleeves and some uv protection while i fly fish. even the hood is a nice touch. put over my trucker hat so my bald head doesn't get burned as well. i had no clue i was going to fall in love this shirt. i know own 4. they are amazing. i live in mine. they are soft and light. even ... Read Moreon hot days you really can't tell its a long sleeve. seriously every one should own a shirt like this.
The sun hoodies are great for protection from UV but also make a great super light base layer. Im pretty particular about the texture of fabric against my skin and I am very happy w the feel of these.
I am snowboard instructor and on these warm Spring days there is nothing better to work in. I can wear the shirt down to mid 20s and feel still comfortable when Im 70s in sun. I cant wait to flyfish this summer wearing this layer!
This is hands down the most comfortable shirt I have ever owned. I own 4 of them in various colors. Super soft and cooling on the skin. The thumbholes are perfect. The hood fits great. I wear this running, hiking, around town, mountain biking, everything. Please Patagonia Fam, please make a short sleeve version of this with this same exact fabric. ... Read MoreI would buy a ton of them! <3
I bought this to replace an old Tropic Comfort Hoody thats ragged and stained. The new material is much thinner with a better skin feel. The fit is slimmer than my old one too... maybe could have gone with a large. 4 stars because the sleeves are too short for me to use the thumb loops. 6ft 3inch 170lb
I had this last summer and wore it almost all the time that is until I left it at a hostile. I use it and now the Sunshade Technical Hoody near daily, alternating the two for walks, jogs and the occasional yoga session.
The last one I had was just about my favorite item to grab daily and new I had to replace it when I screwed up and misplaced it ... Read Morewhile away.
I have 4 of these now in various colors. After getting yelled at by my dermatologist, I live in these in the summer time. I usually get them in men's because I am broader in the shoulders then most women. I wear them everywhere, kayaking, hiking, just in general. They are the lightest weight sun shirt I've found so far. They feel like you... Read Morer wearing water.
I did not try this shirt on prior to purchasing this shirt online. When it arrived I was extremely pleased with the quality, feel and look. This is an amazing shirt for summer fly fishing, hiking and for simple casual wear. I highly recommend this shirt for outdoor wear.
It's a very comfortable hoodie. It costs $10 less than the other one. The main difference is that it has a button to keep the hat from blowing off in windy weather! This dress is light, comfortable and great!
I have worn this for about fifty miles of hiking and trail running and it always keeps me nice and cool. The relaxed fit makes it feel very comfortable, even when there is a heavy pack on your shoulders. Highly recommend for anyone who is backpacking in a hot or sunny climate; the relaxed fit combined with the sun protection of the button up hood a... Read Morend hand coverage make for an ultra-comfortable and dependable layer to keep the sun at bay.