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All-Paca Fleece Hoodie Wins Backpacker Magazine Editors' Choice Award!

We have big news to share! Appalachian Gear Company is thrilled to bring home one of the industry’s most prestigious awards. Backpacker Magazine has chosen us for a 2019 Editors' Choice Award for our innovative All-Paca Fleece Hoodie.All-Paca Fleece Hoodie Wins Backpacker Magazine Editors Choice Award

Twice a year, the Backpacker team selects a small number of products that outshine the rest during their extensive testing and presents Editors' Choice awards during the industry’s biggest show: Outdoor Retailer. Editors' recognized the All-Paca Fleece Hoodie for its outstanding performance and versatility.

"We’re never going to call any product perfect, but the All-Paca Fleece Hoodie comes awfully close." -Backpacker editors

“During a week of skiing and camping in Banff National Park, I wore the All-Paca Hoodie day and night because it’s so warm, light and breathable,” says Backpacker Editor-in-Chief Dennis Lewon.

Crafted in the U.S. from 100% Alpaca fibers, the All-Paca Fleece Hoodie is the ultimate layering piece for every season. The patent-pending fabric offers insulation, moisture management, odor resistance, and breathability, with a knit structure that’s lightweight without sacrificing durability. The Hoodie dries quickly and insulates even when wet, with a thoughtful fit that maximizes air flow for peak performance.

“Even though we’ve put years of research into developing this revolutionary fabric, we’re a young brand, so receiving this honor right out of the gate has blown us away,” says Appalachian Gear Company co-founder John Gage. “We’re so excited that a venerated outlet like Backpacker recognizes the sheer innovation that went into our All-Paca Fleece Hoodie.”

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12 comments

  • Congratulations! And YES on the plum! The color is universal, meaning it looks good on most women! Either “warm” or “cool” skin tones! (i.e., yellow looks awful on those with a cool skin tone; and navy blue does not complement warm skin tones. Turquoise is more forgiving since it has a touch of yellow and can work for either warm or cool skin tones)

    Melinda
  • Will you ever make a plum-colored hoodie? Or a long-sleeved tee shirt (in any color)? I would LOVE either or both of those items! Thank you!

    Kathryn Rapp
  • Congratulations John Gage and Appalachian Gear!! We are excited about your product and are ordering hoodies and shirts for our son and his fiancé who love hiking!

    Mike & Cathy Phillips

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