Mission Hoodie - Impulse buy and now a favorite piece of gear
The Spiritus Mission Hoodie was mostly an impulse buy for me, as I was looking for a lightweight hoodie and decided to give it a shot. Construction is predictably excellent, and the fit is great. I'd describe it as slightly more relaxed than a comparable Arc'teryx top, which I actually prefer. It's comfortable without feeling overly loose or baggy. The material is where the Mission Hoodie really stands out, especially compared to the Velocity Systems offering. It does a noticeably better job of wicking sweat, dries considerably faster, and doesn't seem to retain nearly as much odor after extended use. I have no need for FR, but it doesn't seem to have any of the downsides of traditional FR materials (FR doesn't seem to wick very well, and often feel rougher for starters). My only minor complaint is the lack of elastic cuffs. I personally prefer a little more retention around the wrists, but I also recognize that elastic tends to wear out over time, and this is largely a matter of personal preference rather than a design flaw. Overall, I'm very happy with it. What started as an impulse purchase turned out to be a genuinely solid piece of kit that I'd have no hesitation recommending and I plan on picking up a second.
