Pinebury makes four merino wool hoodies, all cut and sewn in the USA. The lightest is the 100 gsm Summer Wool Sun Hoodie, built for hot weather with UPF 40 sun protection. The warmest is the 220 gsm Winter Wool Hoodie, a brushed merino fleece for cold days with UPF 50+. In between are the 145 gsm All-Season Merino Wool Hoodie and the 170 gsm, 100% merino Pure Merino Hoodie, both for three-season wear.
How Do Pinebury's Merino Wool Hoodies Compare?
Fabric weight, measured in grams per square meter (gsm), is the simplest way to choose. Lighter fabric runs cooler and breathes more. Heavier fabric holds more warmth.
| Hoodie | Fabric | Weight (gsm) | Sun protection | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Wool Sun Hoodie | Nuyarn merino | 100 | UPF 40 | Hot weather, sun exposure | $118 |
| All-Season Merino Wool Hoodie | Nuyarn merino (Every-Season) | 145 | UPF 50 | Three seasons, 50 to 70°F | $138 |
| Pure Merino Hoodie | 100% Australian merino | 170 | UPF 50+ | Cool days, natural fiber only | $138 |
| Winter Wool Hoodie | Nuyarn merino fleece | 220 | UPF 50+ | Cold weather, mid-layer | $148 |
All four hoodies are cut and sewn in the USA. For most people, the All-Season Merino Wool Hoodie is the most versatile starting point.
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Which Merino Wool Hoodie Should You Choose?
Best for hot weather: Summer Wool Sun Hoodie
Our lightest hoodie at 100 gsm, with UPF 40 and fast dry times for long days in the sun.
Best all-around: All-Season Merino Wool Hoodie
Our most versatile hoodie. Especially good from 50 to 70°F, with UPF 50 built into the fabric.
Best 100% natural fiber: Pure Merino Hoodie
100% merino wool, nothing added. Comparable in warmth to the All-Season Hoodie, with UPF 50+ protection.
Best for cold weather: Winter Wool Hoodie
Our warmest hoodie, with UPF 50+. A brushed interior traps heat for cold rides, winter hikes, and alpine and nordic ski days.
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All-Season Merino Wool Hoodie
145 gsm Nuyarn merino. UPF 50. Our most versatile layer.
Why Choose a Merino Wool Hoodie Over Cotton or Synthetics?
Merino wool regulates temperature, manages moisture, and resists odor better than cotton or polyester, which makes it a better fabric for a piece you wear this often.
Temperature regulation
Merino keeps you comfortable across a wide range of conditions, warm when it is cool and breathable when you heat up.
Moisture management
Merino moves moisture vapor away from your skin and stays comfortable when damp, unlike cotton.
Odor resistance
Merino naturally resists odor, so you can wear it several times between washes.
Sun protection
Every Pinebury merino hoodie has built-in sun protection, rated from UPF 40 to UPF 50+.
Built to last
Made from durable merino fabrics and sewn in the USA, these hoodies are meant to be worn for years, not seasons.
What Is the Difference Between Nuyarn and 100% Merino Wool?
Nuyarn is a merino performance yarn engineered for added durability, stretch, and fast drying, while 100% merino uses wool alone with no synthetics. Three of our hoodies use Nuyarn: Summer Wool, All-Season (from our Every-Season range), and Winter Wool.
The Pure Merino Hoodie is 100% Australian merino wool, knit in Australia into a 170 gsm single jersey, with no synthetics and no blends.
Choose Nuyarn for maximum performance, or Pure Merino if you want your clothing made from natural fiber alone.
What Can You Wear a Merino Wool Hoodie For?
Pinebury merino hoodies are designed for life between adventure and everyday.
- Cycling: Summer Wool for hot road and gravel rides, All-Season and Pure Merino for cool mornings, Winter Wool under a shell on cold rides.
- Hiking and trail running: breathable, odor resistant layers that handle changing weather.
- Skiing: Winter Wool as a mid-layer for alpine days, All-Season as a base layer for nordic.
- Fishing and water sports: Summer Wool's UPF 40 protection for long days on the water.
- Travel and everyday wear: a clean, simple hoodie that looks right in town.
Where Are Pinebury Hoodies Made?
Every Pinebury merino wool hoodie is cut and sewn in the USA. Pinebury is based in New Gloucester, Maine, and domestic manufacturing lets us work closely with our production partners and maintain consistent quality from fabric to finished garment.
How Do You Wash a Merino Wool Hoodie?
Wash a merino wool hoodie cold on a gentle cycle and lay it flat to dry. Merino needs less washing than you might expect, so air it out between wears and wash only when needed.
- Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle with mild detergent
- Skip fabric softener and bleach
- Lay flat to dry
Always check the care label on your garment for specific instructions.
Merino Wool Hoodie FAQ
The Pinebury Summer Wool Sun Hoodie is built for heat. It is made in the USA from ultralight 100 gsm Nuyarn merino wool with UPF 40 sun protection, so it stays breathable and dries fast on long, exposed days.
The Winter Wool Hoodie is the warmest. It is made in the USA from 220 gsm Nuyarn merino wool fleece with a brushed interior that traps warmth. It has UPF 50+ sun protection and works as a mid-layer or on its own in cold weather.
The All-Season Merino Wool Hoodie is made from 145 gsm Nuyarn merino wool, part of Pinebury's Every-Season fabric range. It performs especially well from 50 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit and works as a base layer when it gets colder.
Both are lightweight and comparable in warmth. The Pure Merino Hoodie is 100% merino wool with nothing added, knit in Australia from 170 gsm single jersey. The All-Season Hoodie uses 145 gsm Nuyarn merino, a performance yarn built for added durability and stretch.
For alpine skiing, wear the Winter Wool Hoodie as a mid-layer under a shell. For nordic skiing, where you generate more heat, the lighter All-Season Merino Wool Hoodie works well as a base layer.
Yes. All four Pinebury merino wool hoodies are cut and sewn in the USA.
Merino wool naturally resists odor, so a merino hoodie can be worn several times between washes, even after active use.