Mountain Laurel Ultralight Sun Hoodie

£64.00

11 reviews

Size
Ultralight Sun Hoodie

Less Shirt. More Miles.

Our lightest sun hoodie fabric, built for hot climbs, exposed trail and the miles where carrying less just makes sense.

90 GSM Fabric
40 UPF Protection
Quick Drying
Packs Small
Why Ultralight?

Built For The Hot Miles.

Better Airflow

The 90 gsm fabric keeps things light and breezy when the trail turns hot, steep or both.

Sun Coverage

UPF 40 protection helps take the edge off long, exposed days without adding a heavier layer.

Dries Fast

Sweat, creek crossings and surprise storms happen. Lightweight fabric means less time carrying that moisture around.

Fit Note

A Little Slimmer.

Ultralight styles run slimmer than our standard sun hoodies. If you prefer a more relaxed fit, size up.

A Heads Up

Ultralight Means Ultralight.

At 90 gsm, this is our lightest sun hoodie fabric. It is designed for airflow, low bulk and packability rather than maximum abrasion resistance.

We do not recommend it for bushwhacking, scrambling or regular high-friction use. Snags or tears caused by rough terrain or sharp objects are not covered under warranty.

Heading somewhere rough? Our standard-weight sun hoodies are the better tool for the job.

Design Inspiration

Mountain Laurel

where is Mountain Laurel

Commonly Found

Mountain laurel (Kalmia latifolia) is commonly found in the eastern United States, thriving in acidic, well-drained soils and shaded woodlands. It grows in forested areas, particularly in the Appalachian Mountains, from Maine down to northern Georgia. Mountain laurel is often seen in the understory of hardwood forests, where it forms dense thickets, creating a striking landscape in spring when its pink and white flowers bloom. It prefers elevations between 1,000 and 3,500 feet and can also be found in some parts of the Ozarks and parts of the Midwest, where the soil conditions are similar.

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Appalachian Trail

Shenandoah National Park

Great Smoky Mountains Trail

Blue Ridge Parkway

New Jersey’s Batona Trail

Allegheny Trail

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fabio simone sebastiano
Perfect companion on the Camino de Invierno

I just finished about 15 days on the Camino de Santiago de Invierno, all the way to the Atlantic Ocean, and this hoodie was on my back for every single kilometer of it.
I honestly didn't expect to fall in love with a piece of clothing this quickly. The comfort is exceptional — it feels like wearing almost nothing, yet it does its job perfectly. The fit is just right for long days on the trail, never restrictive, never annoying.
The design is beautiful. I received several compliments along the way, which is not something I'd normally expect from a piece of hiking gear. It looks as good in a pilgrim hostel as it does on a mountain pass.
What truly impressed me though is how fast it dries. Sweat, rain, fog — it didn't matter. A short break and it was dry again. For a multi-day hike with limited luggage, this is a game changer.
The sun protection is real and noticeable. Walking for hours under the Spanish sun with no sunscreen on my arms and zero issues — that says it all.
Sadly, I can't make it to the great American trails where this kind of gear really gets its moment to shine. But honestly? I'm more than happy to keep wearing it here in Europe — next time maybe France, Italy, or wherever my next camino will take me. This hoodie is coming along no matter what.
Highly, highly recommended.

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Customer
Incredible quality!

Incredible quality! Everyone I passed on trail asked where it was from!

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Oh, Wait!
Best Sun Hoodie ever!

Best Sun Hoodie ever! Love the ultralight fabric better than any other Sun hoodie! Dries almost instantly and lets tons of air flow through! Simle minimalist design is exactly what I wanted!

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Anonymous
Cool Jays.

Great Trail Days purchase for my significant other .
Had the XS on Saturday!

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Nancy L
I love the feel and how light my new shirt feels

I love the feel and how light my new shirt feels.

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Noelle Marier
Very nice

Very nice. Thinner fabric than my last TownShirt sunshirt that I bought in 2022, but the new fabric is very nice and soft and light. And I love the colors!

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Nemo Latourelle
This Mountain Laurel town shirt is amazing

This Mountain Laurel town shirt is amazing.I bought this and the red eft shirt.I like the light weight fabric of the Mountain Laurel the best for hot days because it feels more breathable. All in all both shirts are perfect besides the price but I deserve to be bougie too. (:

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Rafiki
Great sun shirt that breathes well

I love this shirt and the bright pattern. To be the best shirt exactly how I would want it would be to make it a half button down for when it is really hot for ventilation. Nonetheless, I would totally buy the shirt again for up to the mid 60s or low 70s.

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DMars
This sun hoodie is beautiful, lightweight and breathable

This sun hoodie is beautiful and fits very well, but the most impressive characteristic is how incredibly light it is! I love gear and adventure clothes (and spend too much money on both), but I have never found anything as light and breathable as this sun hoodie. I can’t wait to wear it in the hot humid days of summer!

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Candice
Style without sacrificing function!

Love the new ultralight edition of the sun hoodie! This is a small detail, but I really like the new way the thumb holes are cut. What keeps me coming back to this brand is the combination of fun patterns and reliable performance. They make some truly unique designs, and people always compliment my hoodies when I wear them out. More importantly, I’ve never burned while wearing one of these. Who knew sun protection could be this fun?

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Barb Gilchrist
My new favourite!

My Townshirts have just arrived in Aotearoa New Zealand and I couldn't be happier! They're exactly what I've been looking for, and so happy I bought two - one of each of the ultralight patterns. The sizing is true, the quality excellent and I just love the look of it. If it ever stops raining here my shirts will see lots of sunny action, and I can't wait to get out on trail at Southern Lakes Ultra (find them on FB and IG) and really put them to the test. Thanks for making such a great product :-)