A midlayer made for high-output activities, like climbing steep mountains, the Scott Vertic Merino Women’s Hoody is made to dump excess body heat when necessary but strategically placed insulation traps the warmth when the wind starts blowing. A perfect layering piece for ski touring, the Vertic Hoody’s PFC-free DWR treatment protects you from the elements on the ascents and the use of merino wool wicks moisture and hides odors for when the uphill becomes a sweaty slog.

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