Women’s Sweatshirts and Hiking Jumpers

Technical or cotton: depending on the use

For active walking, a technical fleece, like the Rab Nexus hoodie or the Haglöfs Korp half-zip, wicks away sweat and dries quickly, whereas a cotton sweatshirt would hold moisture. For the lodge, camping, or everyday wear, a organic cotton sweater, like the Helly Hansen F2F, provides soft and natural comfort. The choice thus depends on when you wear the garment.

The Lifa fibre and double-knit fabrics

Helly Hansen has been using its Lifa fibre, made of polypropylene, since the 1970s, which absorbs almost no water and moves sweat away from the skin: the Lifa Active sweatshirt is worn as a breathable technical layer. Lined sweatshirts, like the CMP Knit Tech, combine a knitted outer layer that looks like wool with a warm inner layer, for an elegant mid-layer.

Cuts and zips

The women's cuts are tailored to the waist and flared at the hips, so the sweatshirt doesn't ride up under the bag. The half-zip models open at the collar during climbs, and the full zip models, like the Didriksons Anniken or the Whistler Helge, can be worn like a light jacket. A fitted hood protects the neck from the wind during breaks. A fleece can be washed at 30 degrees, without fabric softener.

The rest of women's textiles

Women's textiles continue with parkas and down jackets, windbreakers and jackets, t-shirts, tops, bras, trousers, shorts, socks, shirts, on the women's textiles page.

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Frequently asked questions

Half-zip fleece or full zip?

The half-zip, like the Haglöfs Korp, is lighter and layers well under a jacket, with the zip serving to ventilate. The full zip version can be put on and taken off without removing a beanie, and opens wide when you get hot.

What fleece for a cold hiker?

A thick fleece or one with a hood, like the Rab Nexus, keeps the head and neck warm during breaks. Layered over a warm base layer, it is complemented by a light down jacket at the bottom of the bag for longer stops.

How to choose the size of a hiking fleece?

It should fit snugly to insulate close to the body and fit under a jacket without constricting the shoulders or hindering arms raised. The women's cuts, being more fitted, avoid excess fabric at the waist.

Can a hiking sweatshirt be worn daily?

Yes, both technical sweatshirts and organic cotton sweaters, like the Helly Hansen F2F, are suitable for both city and mountain lodge. The most technical fleeces are primarily made for exertion.

What layer to wear under a fleece?

A technical t-shirt made of synthetic or merino, close to the body, wicks sweat to the fleece which disperses it. Avoid cotton, which retains moisture against the skin and cools you off as soon as you take a break.