Offering superior thermoregulation and moisture management, the Solution 150 Merino ½ Zip Hoody features NuYarn’s patented stretch merino wool technology, which is warmer and dries substantially faster than traditional merino wool fabrics. The Solution Merino Hoody is also naturally anti-bacterial and odor resistant.
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Overall rating: 4.88 / 5 from 100 reviews.
The Men's Solution 150 Merino Baselayer Crew Half Zip Hoody is highly regarded for its exceptional quality, versatile design, and comfortable fit. Customers praise its innovative fabric technology, which provides superior thermoregulation and moisture management. The hoody is also noted for its stylish appearance and practical features like the integrated hood and thumb-holes.
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"Form-fitting and fairly lightweight, this performed admirably during a chilly winter run. Thumb loops are comfortable, and arms are long enough to make them worthwhile. Hood isn't too big, and the zipper lets you dump heat when needed. Very comfortable!"
"Awesome base layer. The hood and the thumb loops make it so much more useful than my other merino base layers. I’ve been wearing this under my BD Alpenglow Pro Hoodie, and it’s the perfect combo for cold weather hikes; Excellent warmth, breathability, and sun protection."
"Bring back the solution crew! I’ve had at least five of these and wear them 100+ days a season. They are the best base layer ever made, and I’ve tried them all."
"I'm surprised how warm this baselayer is since it's thinner than the usual smartwool baselayer I wear. Indeed, it's warm than my usual baselayer. Guess Nuyarn is indeed warmer. Love the sleeve design, so I have more coverage over my forever cold hands when I'm not climbing."
"Such a versatile piece across three seasons."
"Perfect for both Nordic and downhill skiing. Would definitely purchase again."
"Great base, love the hood for tours."
"Fits true to size - bought a large and I typically wear a large. Very warm for its weight."
"Bought to use in winter while back country touring, I like the length as it stays tucked in , light weight material, only thing that prevents it from5 stars is the hood is fairly loose and not a true "scuba " style that zips up tight to the chin"
"Between sun hoodies and waffle fleeces like the paradigmatic R1, I (and probably all of us high-output athletes) have a quiver of base-to-mid weight, slim-fit hoodies. I gave into the temptation to add this new article because it was wool, thinner, had the quarter zip, and the all-black is passable as a foundation piece for more urban activities, like beers on a patio on a fall evening or whatever. So far it has performed as expected--both on trails and on patios. It's my only top garment on runs between 25 and 40 degrees fahrenheit. If you are wearing a running vest or maybe a Cirque-series ski pack, you can operate in even colder temps with this piece alone. Medium fits great for me (6'1", 165 lbs)."
| Size | Chest | Hip | Arm Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 34 - 35.5 in 86.5 - 90 cm | 33.5 - 35 in 85 - 89 cm | 33.5 in 85 cm |
| S | 36 - 38 in 91 - 96.5 cm | 35.5 - 37.5 in 90 - 95.5 cm | 33.5 in 85 cm |
| M | 38.5 - 41 in 97.5 - 104 cm | 38 - 40.5 in 96.5 - 103 cm | 34 in 86.5 cm |
| L | 41.5 - 44.5 in 105 - 113 cm | 41 - 44 in 104 - 112 cm | 34 in 86.5 cm |
| XL | 45 - 48.5 in 114 - 123 cm | 44.5 - 48 in 113 - 122 cm | 34.5 in 87.5 cm |
Designed to fit slim to the body for an athletic, low-profile fit without restricting mobility and accommodating base layers or light midlayers.
A classic universal fit with comfortable ease. May feature slight body shaping, but predominantly straighter fit that will accommodate midlayers more comfortably.
Generous through the body for a casual loose-to-oversized fit without shaping. Designed for comfort, it accommodates heavier mid-layers.
Measure around the chest/bust just under the arms and across the shoulder blades.
Measure from the center back of the neck, across the shoulder, and down the arm to the wrist.
Measure around the widest point of the hips.
Measure around the narrowest part of the waist.
