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Core Merino 120 Hoodie Reviews

Brad H.

Verified Buyer

Core Merino Hoodie

This thing is a must early morning use and in the evening. Perfect for layering and the hood for over a ball cap. Thanks again Sitka!

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Pyrite · Size: XL

Jun 10, 2026

jimmy h.

Verified Buyer

huntabob

it fits normal

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XXL

Jun 10, 2026

Timothy H.

Verified Buyer

Core Merino 120 Hoody

This is my favorite layering garment when hunting the backcountry in Kodiak! It dries fast when I overheat and I love the hood for those cooler windy days. It also works well on warmer days and the hood is great to shade you from the sun! I love this hoody.

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: L

May 24, 2026

Joe

Verified Buyer

it rips easily

Great for warmer weather wet cold but it rips really easily.

Height: 6'6'' - 6'8'' · Weight: 281 lbs - 310lbs

Fit: True to size

May 19, 2026

Kyle A.

Verified Buyer

Get it!!

Another awesome product from SITKA! Light weight yet warm. Moves with you instead of against you. Quickly becoming one of my favorites. If you don’t have it, get it!

Military & Veterans

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XL

May 17, 2026

Kiley S.

Verified Buyer

Good light hoodie

I ordered 2 more in solids to wear daily.

Military & Veterans

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Pyrite · Size: L

May 17, 2026

Garret R.

Verified Buyer

Core Merino 120

Very lightweight but high quality hoodie, highly impressed with it.

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XXL

May 16, 2026

Adam H.

Verified Buyer

Great year round base layer

Wonderful base layer year round. Cool in hot weather. Doesn't overheat under a WS exterior layer.

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 281 lbs - 310lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: 3XL

Apr 26, 2026

Monty W.

Verified Buyer

Layering garment

I like the thin layering garment. It feel great and is the perfect fit

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Pyrite · Size: XL

Apr 22, 2026

Kosta M.

Verified Buyer

Merino

These 120 weight merino hoodies are awesome. Very soft and comfortable

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Pyrite · Size: L

Apr 19, 2026

Chad Z.

Verified Buyer

Hoodie

True to size and very comfortable.

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XXL

Apr 7, 2026

William V.

Verified Buyer

Great piece for warm weather or for layering

This is a great product for those cool spring mornings chasing turkeys or to use for as layer for the whitetails!!

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XXL

Apr 7, 2026

Jb T.

Verified Buyer

Great

Great Gear

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XXL

Apr 7, 2026

Ivan W.

Verified Buyer

Great base layer

Thin base layer perfect for layering in early season.

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: 3XL

Apr 5, 2026

Chris R.

Verified Buyer

Love it

Love it

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XXL

Apr 2, 2026

Thomas M.

Verified Buyer

Great lite weight long sleeve

Great lite weight long sleeve for layering under hunting clothes.

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Pyrite · Size: XXL

Apr 2, 2026

Michael E.

Verified Buyer

Nice quality, good size

Nice quality, good size

Height: 6'6'' - 6'8'' · Weight: 311 lbs - 340lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: 3XL

Mar 31, 2026

Brad W.

Verified Buyer

I have wore a core lightweight hoody every day for a long time. I found the core merino 120 to be a little more cozy on the cooler days.

Height: 5'3'' - 5'5'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: L

Mar 31, 2026

Philip S.

Verified Buyer

I love this shirt

Love the merino, true to size 10/10 would buy again

Pro

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Pyrite · Size: L

Mar 31, 2026

Paul B.

Verified Buyer

Great lightweight merino hoody shirt

This is a great lightweight merino hoodie shirt. I run hot, this shirt did a great job keeping me warm but not sweating. I have used just the hoody shirt down to about 40 degrees, and then an active insulated jacket over that down to about 20 for light hiking and sitting in ground blinds.

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Pyrite · Size: XXL

Mar 28, 2026

Jeff L.

Verified Buyer

Core Merino 120 Hoodie

Great shirt for warm weather. breathes well and does not retain odor. Also great as a base layer in cool weather.

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XL

Mar 27, 2026

Roger S.

Verified Buyer

I like it

Should be good for base layer.

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XXL

Mar 27, 2026

Michelle B.

Verified Buyer

Fits a little snug. Good

Fits a little snug. Good for base layer but a little too tight as an outer layer.

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: 3XL

Mar 26, 2026

Brekelle D.

Verified Buyer

Perfect go to

Love this! Lightweight breathable but takes the chill off.

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Pyrite · Size: XL

Mar 26, 2026

William M.

Verified Buyer

Black Hoodie

Black hoodie is great for concealment in ground blind.

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XXL

Mar 25, 2026

Joey G.

Verified Buyer

Love the way it feels

Love the way it feels and fits.

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XXL

Mar 25, 2026

Dane B.

Verified Buyer

Great pice of gear. Would

Great pice of gear. Would like to see it with a kangaroo pouch

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XL

Mar 25, 2026

Matt H.

Verified Buyer

Love it!

Love it!

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Pyrite · Size: XL

Mar 24, 2026

Louis F.

Verified Buyer

Great piece for warmer weather

Great piece for warmer weather or layering. Keeps cool and warm when layered. Gaiter and hood fit snug, fits true size, not overly tight around mid section. Large is perfect for me at 6’1” 205 lbs. Very soft and comfortable! Can’t wait to get it in the woods.

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: L

Mar 24, 2026

Roxy B.

Verified Buyer

Feels a bit small. Very

Feels a bit small. Very thin. For what I paid I thought it may be better quality

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Pyrite · Size: L

Mar 24, 2026

Samuel S.

Verified Buyer

I’d live in this thing

I’d live in this thing through Maine winters, and it makes a killer base layer for skiing & fishing. I love the hood plus mask, both super light and can barely tell they’re there when you don’t wanna wear them.

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: L

Mar 24, 2026

Colin T.

Verified Buyer

Fits right and is very comfortable

Happy with the product. Haven't hunted out of it yet

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XL

Mar 24, 2026

Chris M.

Verified Buyer

Good base layer

Runs a little short, be careful to dry it without high heat

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Pyrite · Size: L

Mar 23, 2026

Brian S.

Verified Buyer

Best Merino

Of all the hunting brands, the Sitka merino is far and above the best. Super soft and zero itch

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Pyrite · Size: XL

Mar 22, 2026

Timothy T.

Verified Buyer

Good Mid layer

I wear this under a ski shell coat and it does a great job at keeping me warm on the cold days while outside for many hours.

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Pyrite · Size: XXL

Mar 22, 2026

Haley S.

Verified Buyer

Very great!

Fit true to size and very good quality for hunting season! My boyfriend loved it!

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: L

Mar 21, 2026

Brian B.

Verified Buyer

Good not great

A little underwhelming This is a very very light weight hoodie. Lighter than a T shirt.

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Pyrite · Size: XL

Mar 21, 2026

Brian H.

Verified Buyer

Kangaroo Pocket

I think the quality of the hoodie is top notch, the item is definitely well made. My only real complaint is that it lacks a kangaroo pocket. I guess when I think of a hoodie I think kangaroo pocket. I just like having somewhere to put my hands or stash an item.

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 311 lbs - 340lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: 3XL

Mar 19, 2026

Kathy G.

Verified Buyer

Core Merino 120 Hoodie

A little thin a runs a tad small, other than that it’s a good shirt.

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Pyrite · Size: XL

Mar 18, 2026

Randy p.

Verified Buyer

Great product

Great comfort and durability. True to size

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Pyrite · Size: XL

Mar 18, 2026

Marshall S.

Verified Buyer

Core Merino 120 Hoodie

Solid piece of base layer. I actually bought 3 of these. One of me and one for each of my sons. It is a great base for layering and wicking to keep dryer and warm during movement across the terrain. I'd certainly go heavier weight if sitting in a tree stand. . . but this is perfect for the stalk and tracking.

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine

Mar 18, 2026

Daniel P.

Verified Buyer

Merino wool hoodie

Lightweight. Great for running or bad layering on cold days

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Pyrite · Size: M

Mar 18, 2026

Jeff E.

Verified Buyer

Core Merino 120 Hoodie

I wear this as a base layer whenever I hunt in cooler weather. Does not itch and is very breathable.

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XXL

Mar 18, 2026

Rodney E.

Verified Buyer

Perfect for early fall/spring

Perfect for keeping your body temperature not too hot or cold. I’ll be using this as a base layer or for cool mornings when shooting on the range.

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Pyrite · Size: XXL

Mar 18, 2026

Joshua Z.

Verified Buyer

Lightweight Merino 120 Hoodie

Very lightweight. Extremely soft. Better than polyester like all other hot weather hoodies which trap the heat in, while merino releases heat. The hoodie fits better around a hat and zips comfortably.

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XXL

Mar 18, 2026

Kevin R.

Verified Buyer

Core Merino Hoodie

Fits perfect very comfortable

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Elevated II · Size: XXL

Mar 18, 2026

Apartment l.

Verified Buyer

Merino Hoodie

Good Hoodie, controls temp well

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Pyrite · Size: XL

Mar 18, 2026

Bradley H.

Verified Buyer

Comfortable

Fits great I like the shirt.

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XL

Mar 18, 2026

Jonathan S.

Verified Buyer

Great light weight layer

Great for layering or a night out on the town in the solids. Will buy more!

Height: 6'6'' - 6'8'' · Weight: 281 lbs - 310lbs

Fit: Runs big

Color: Pyrite · Size: 3XL

Mar 17, 2026

Curtis V.

Verified Buyer

As advertised

Great base layer and no scent.

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Optifade Subalpine · Size: XL

Mar 17, 2026