Anyone who knows me knows I’m a little obsessed with hoodies. I’d wear them in the shower if only I could find one that dries fast enough.
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So when San Francisco-based Triple Aught Design offered to send me a sample of their premium Praetorian Hoodie for review, I jumped at the chance.
The Skinny
In short, the Praetorian features:
- Active fit
- 100% Merino wool construction
- Reinforced elbows
- Two Hand Patch Pockets
- Napoleon Pocket
- All Zippers are YKK® Zippers
- Thumb Hole Cuffs
In Detail
“Wow, you really like that, huh?” was my girlfriend’s not-so-subtle hint that it was perhaps time to change. Even if just for a day. A week after TAD had sent it to me, I realized I’d hardly taken it off. To say I love the Praetorian Hoodie is an understatement: it’s stylish, warm, insanely comfortable, and fits like a glove.
The biggest win for travelers and why I personally dig it so much is its Merino wool construction. For those familiar with this material of the gods: ’nuff said.
Triple Aught Design Praetorian Hoodie in Loden Heather Green
If you’re not familiar with it, it has an incredibly high warmth-to-weight ratio and the ability to regulate body temperature. In warmer weather, its fast-wicking – pulling moisture up and onto the surface of the fabric – to provide a natural cooling effect to keep you comfortable and dry. When the temperature drops, air pockets within the wool trap and insulate body heat. This makes Merino wool the ideal fabric for travelers who count on a flexible arsenal of clothing to ensure they’re prepared for nearly any weather situation. Bonus: it’s also naturally fire retardant in case you’re prone to [ahem] accidents.
Other features include a small Napolean pocket that adds just the right amount of storage for a smartphone, earbuds, or passport. Thumb hole cuffs ensure a nice snug fit in the arms while keeping your hands warmer and covered. And the massively oversized hood is ideal for anyone looking to smuggle a Thanksgiving turkey through customs. Or be an extra on the CW’s Arrow.
Pricing & Availability
Available now in Black, Charcoal Heather Grey, or Loden Heather Green for $175 (USD) directly from Triple Aught Design.
The Bottom Line
While the nigh $200 price tag is nothing to sneeze at, keep in mind that this is 100% plush Merino wool. In short, it’s the best of the best in terms of active/outdoor clothing construction – all natural, lightweight, fast wicking, will keep you warm even when its wet, and odor resistant. Pricey? Sure. But worth every penny. It’s the last hoodie I’ll need for a long, long time.