Top 5 Reasons to Choose a Waterproof Hoodie
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Your favourite hoodie has one fatal flaw: the first drop of rain turns it into a cold, soggy sponge.
Cotton soaks up water, gets heavy, and stays wet for hours. A proper rain jacket keeps you dry but feels stiff, crinkly, and nothing like the hoodie you actually want to wear. A waterproof hoodie fixes both problems. Here are five reasons it deserves a spot in your kit quiver, whether you're snowboarding, skiing, cycling or just walking to the pub.
1. A waterproof hoodie means rain stops being a reason to stay in
A good waterproof hoodie uses a membrane, not just a spray-on coating. The bro! ShredShell 2.0 has a 10k/10k membrane, which means the fabric holds back a 10,000mm column of water before it lets any through. That handles showers, drizzle, sleet and snow, so a grey forecast stops cancelling your plans. A PFC-free DWR finish on the outside makes water bead up and roll off instead of soaking in.
2. Breathable waterproof hoodies keep you dry from the inside too
Being waterproof is only half the job. If a garment can't breathe, you end up just as wet from sweat as you would from rain. The second "10k" in 10k/10k is the breathability rating, so moisture from your body escapes while the weather stays out. Under-arm vents let you dump extra heat when you're working hard, whether that's hiking up to a run or cycling home.
3. Hoodie comfort with rain jacket protection
Most waterproofs feel like wearing a bin bag. A waterproof hoodie keeps the relaxed fit and soft feel you actually reach for every day. The ShredShell 2.0 has an oversize unisex cut with 5% elastane for stretch, so there's room to layer a fleece or thermal underneath when it gets properly cold. Lycra wrist gaiters and an elastic cinch drawcord seal out drafts without making it feel restrictive.
4. A waterproof snowboard hoodie built for the mountain
This is where a riding hoodie earns its keep. The ShredShell 2.0 was designed for snowboarding and skiing, so the details all make sense on the hill:
- A helmet-compatible hood that fits over your lid
- A lift pass pocket on the sleeve, so you can scan through without digging around
- Fleece-lined hand-warmer pockets for chairlift rides
- A zipped kangaroo pocket with an internal audio eyelet for your headphones
The same features work just as well off the mountain. Fewer fiddly zips, more useful pockets.
5. A recycled waterproof hoodie that's better for the planet
Outerwear has a reputation for nasty chemicals and virgin plastics. The ShredShell 2.0 is made from 95% recycled polyester, and its water-repellent finish is PFC-free, so you get proper weather protection without the forever chemicals that older waterproofs relied on.
Waterproof hoodie FAQs
Is a waterproof hoodie actually waterproof?
One with a waterproof membrane is. The 10k/10k membrane in the ShredShell 2.0 keeps you dry in everyday rain, sleet and snow, which covers most commutes, dog walks and days on the mountain. For hours in torrential rain, a heavyweight shell with a higher rating is the better tool.
What does 10k/10k mean on a waterproof hoodie?
The first number is the waterproof rating: the fabric resists a 10,000mm column of water. The second is breathability: it lets 10,000g of water vapour per square metre escape over 24 hours. Together they mean you stay dry from both the weather and your own sweat.
Can you snowboard or ski in a waterproof hoodie?
Yes. A riding hoodie like the ShredShell 2.0 is designed for it, with a helmet-compatible hood, wrist gaiters and a lift pass pocket. Layer a thermal or fleece underneath on colder days.
Ready to stop dodging the weather?
The bro! ShredShell 2.0 brings all five together: 10k/10k waterproofing, breathable comfort, a proper hoodie fit, mountain-ready features and recycled fabric. It comes in Black and Teal Blue, in sizes XS to 3XL, and every order includes a free fleece neckwarmer.