Sun Hoodie Care: Keep It Fresh for Outdoor Days

Quick answer

Wash your Oysterman Sun Hoodie in cold water on a gentle cycle, air dry it out of direct sun, and avoid fabric softener to keep its UPF protection and quick-dry fabric working.

How to care for your sun hoodie

1. Rinse after heavy use: After a sweaty day or saltwater session, give the hoodie a quick rinse in cool water before it dries. This prevents salt, sunscreen, and body oils from baking into the fibers. Don't let it sit in a damp pile; rinse within a few hours.
2. Machine wash cold on gentle: Turn the hoodie inside out, zip any zippers, and wash with cold water on a gentle cycle. Use a mild, liquid detergent without bleach or fabric softener. Softener coats the fibers and ruins the quick-dry and moisture-wicking performance. Check the detergent label — no fabric softener, no bleach alternatives.
3. Air dry out of direct sun: Lay the hoodie flat or hang it in a shaded, well-ventilated spot. Do not wring it out — squeeze gently. Avoid the dryer; high heat can damage the elastic fibers and shrink the fabric. Direct sunlight can also degrade the UPF treatment over time. If you must use a dryer, choose the lowest no-heat or air-fluff setting and remove while still slightly damp.
4. Store loosely folded or hung: Keep the hoodie in a cool, dry place away from direct light. Avoid tight folding or heavy stacking that can crease the fabric and trap moisture. A breathable garment bag works well for long-term storage. Never store a damp hoodie — mildew can set in within 24 hours.

Featured product

• Sun Hoodie: From our friends at Skinny Water Culture, the Oysterman Sun Hoodie keeps you cool, covered, and comfortable from first light to last call. Breathable, quick drying, and functional, it's perfect for the water, the weekend, and everything in between. Its quick-dry, breathable construction means you can rinse it in a sink or lake and be dry again within an hour, but only if you avoid fabric softener and high heat that clog or shrink the fibers.