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One thing that always finds it’s way into our travel bag for a trip to the beach is a casual hoodie.  Sure, it might seem counterintutive, but after a day baking in the sun an extra layer at the dock bar or around a bonfire always comes in handy.  This year, we’re going with one that’ll probably handle hoodie duties for the next few Summers, it’s the Weekend Full Zip from American Giant.

It’s pretty common knowledge that American Giant makes some of the best hoodies on the market, and this light weight option certainly keeps that tradition alive.  Made in the USA from cotton that’s just about half as heavy as the classic American Giant Hoody, it’s the perfect weight for this time of year.   Available in black, grey, navy, and, for a limited time, red, you really can’t go wrong with any of the Weekend Full Zip hoodies.  For us, the pick is navy.