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Klim Defender Hoodie

Name: Klim Defender Hoodie
Brand: Klim USA
SKU: 3789-001-130-000
Price: 109.99 USD
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SKU: 3789-001-130-000

Color: Black Black Asphalt Duffel Bag Monument Breen

Size: Medium Small Medium Large XL 2XL 3XL

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Description

The KLIM Defender Hoodie is a performance-focused mid layer built for active days and cool weather comfort. Slightly lighter than the popular Inferno series, the Defender delivers breathable warmth, moisture management, and stretch comfort that works just as well on a morning hike as it does under your riding gear. The smooth-face double knit fabric dries quickly and moves with you, while the three-panel hood provides extra coverage from wind and changing weather. A kangaroo pocket keeps hands warm and essentials close, while low-profile seams make layering comfortable under jackets and shells. Whether you're heading out for a cool morning ride, knocking out chores around the shop, or relaxing around camp, the Defender offers the kind of versatility that quickly makes it a regular part of your gear rotation.

Brand: KLIM
Product Type: Performance Mid Layer Hoodie
Material: 89% Polyester, 11% Spandex Double Knit
Fabric Weight: 320 GSM | 9.44 oz/sq yd
Performance: Moisture Wicking, Quick Drying, Breathable
Fit: Regular Fit
Hood: Adjustable 3-Panel Hood with Drawcord
Construction: Smooth Face Double Knit Fabric
Reflectivity: 3M™ Scotchlite™ C790 Carbon Black Reflective
Pockets:
- 1 Zippered Front Pocket
- 1 Kangaroo Front Pocket
Additional Features:
- Performance stretch for mobility and comfort
- Low profile stitching for easy layering
- Offset shoulder seams reduce bulk
- Breathable construction for active use
- Designed as a versatile mid layer
- Lightweight warmth for cool weather conditions

Reviews and Q&A

FAQs

How warm is the KLIM Defender Hoodie?

The Defender Hoodie provides light to moderate warmth and is designed primarily as a performance mid layer. It is slightly lighter than the KLIM Inferno series, making it ideal for cool weather, active use, and layering under a shell when temperatures begin to drop.

Is the Defender Hoodie good for layering?

Absolutely. Low-profile seams, stretch fabric, and a streamlined fit make the Defender an excellent layering piece. It slides comfortably under riding jackets and shells without creating bulk or restricting movement.

Does the Defender Hoodie manage moisture well?

Yes. The polyester and spandex double knit fabric is designed to wick moisture away from the body while drying quickly. This helps keep you comfortable during active outdoor pursuits and changing weather conditions.

How does the Defender compare to the Inferno?

The Defender is slightly lighter and more breathable than the Inferno series. Riders looking for a versatile performance layer for cool conditions often prefer the Defender, while those seeking more warmth may lean toward the Inferno.

Is the Defender Hoodie designed for snowmobiling?

Yes. While it works great for everyday wear, the Defender was built as a performance mid layer that integrates well into a snowmobile layering system. It adds warmth and moisture management without adding excessive bulk under your outerwear.

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Size (U.S.)	XS	SM	MD	LG	XL	2X	3X	4X	5X
Chest	30-33.5 in	33.75-37.5 in	37.75-41.25 in	41.75-45.25 in	45.75-49.25 in	49.5-53.25 in	53.5-57 in	57.5-61 in	61.5-65 in
Waist	26.75-30.25 in	30.75-34.25 in	34.75-38.25 in	38.5-42.25 in	42.5-46 in	46.5-50 in	50.5-52.25 in	54.25-56.25 in	58.25-60.25 in
Hip	29.5-33 in	33.5-37 in	37.5-41in	41.25-45 in	45.25-48.75 in	49.25-52.75 in	53.25-56.75 in	57-60.75 in	61-64.5 in
Across Shoulder	15.25-16 in	16.25-17 in	17.25-18 in	18-19 in	19-20 in	20-20.75 in	21-21.75 in	22-22.75 in	23-23.75 in
Sleeve	30-31.5 in	30.75-32.25 in	31.5-33 in	32.25-33.75 in	32.75-34.25 in	33-34.75 in	33-34.75 in	33-34.75 in	33-34.75 in
Bicep Circumference	10.75-11.75 in	11.75-12.75 in	12.75-13.75 in	13.75-14.75 in	14.75-15.75 in	15.75-16.75 in	16.75-17.75 in	17.75-18.75 in	18.75-19.75 in
Elbow Circumference	9.75-10.75 in	9.75-10.75 in	11-12.25 in	11-12.25 in	12.25-13.75 in	12.25-13.75 in	13-14.25 in	13-14.25 in	13-14.25 in
Forearm Circumference	10.75-11.5 in	11-11.75 in	11.5-12.25 in	11.75-12.5 in	12.5-13.75 in	12.5-13.75 in	13-14.25 in	13-14.25 in	13-14.25 in
Wrist Circumference	6.25-7 in	6.25-7 in	6.75-7.5 in	7-7.75 in	7-7.75 in	7.5-8.25 in	7.5-8.25 in	7.5-8.25 in	7.5-8.25 in
Thigh Circumference	20.75-22.25 in	21.25-22.75 in	22.75-24.25 in	24-25.5 in	25.5-27 in	26.75-28.25 in	28.25-29.75 in	29.5-31 in	31-32.5 in
Mid Thigh Circumference	18.5-20.5 in	19.25-21.25 in	20.25-24.25 in	21.25-23.25 in	22.25-24.25 in	23.25-25.25 in	24.25-26.25 in	25.25-27.25 in	26.25-28.25 in
Knee Circumference	13.75-15 in	14.25-15.25 in	15-16.5 in	15.75-17 in	17.25-18.5 in	17.25-18.5 in	17.25-18.5 in	17.25-18.5 in	17.25-18.5 in
Calf Circumference	14.25-15 in	14.25-15 in	15-16.5 in	15-16.5 in	17-18.5 in	17-18.5 in	17-18.5in	17-18.5 in	17-18.5 in
Ankle Circumference	9.75-10.75 in	9.75-10.75 in	9.75-10.75 in	10.75-11.5 in	10.75-11.5 in	10.75-11.5 in	11-12.25 in	11-12.25 in	11-12.25 in
Inseam (Extra Short)	28 in	28 in	28 in	28 in	28 in	28 in	28 in	28 in	28 in
Inseam (Short)	30 in	30 in	30 in	30 in	30 in	30 in	30 in	30 in	30 in
Inseam (Regular)	32 in	32 in	32 in	32 in	32 in	32 in	32 in	32 in	32 in
Inseam (Tall)	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in

Size (U.S.)	XS	SM	MD	LG	XL	2X	3X	4X	5X
Chest	76.20-85.09 cm	85.72-95.25 cm	95.89-104.78 cm	106.05-114.94 cm	116.20-125.09 cm	125.73-135.25 cm	135.89-144.78 cm	146.05-154.94 cm	156.21-165.10 cm
Waist	67.95-76.84 cm	78.11-87.00 cm	88.27-97.16 cm	97.79-107.31 cm	107.95-116.84 cm	118.11-127.00 cm	128.27-132.72 cm	137.80-142.88 cm	147.96-153.03 cm
Hip	74.93-83.82 cm	85.09-93.98 cm	95.25-104.14 cm	104.78-114.30 cm	114.94-123.83 cm	125.09-133.99 cm	135.25-144.15 cm	144.78-154.31 cm	154.94-163.83 cm
Across Shoulder	38.73-40.64 cm	41.27-43.18 cm	43.81-45.72 cm	45.72-48.26 cm	48.26-50.80 cm	50.80-52.70 cm	53.34-55.24 cm	55.88-57.79 cm	58.42-60.33 cm
Sleeve	76.20-80.01 cm	78.11-81.92 cm	80.01-83.82 cm	81.92-85.72 cm	83.19-87.00 cm	83.82-88.27 cm	83.82-88.27 cm	83.82-88.27 cm	83.82-88.27 cm
Bicep Circumference	27.30-29.84 cm	29.84-32.38 cm	32.38-34.92 cm	34.92-37.47 cm	37.47-40.01 cm	40.01-42.55 cm	42.55-45.09 cm	45.09-47.63 cm	47.63-50.16 cm
Elbow Circumference	24.77-27.30 cm	24.77-27.30 cm	27.94-31.12 cm	27.94-31.12 cm	31.12-34.92 cm	31.12-34.92 cm	33.02-36.20 cm	33.02-36.20 cm	33.02-36.20 cm
Forearm Circumference	27.30-29.21 cm	27.94-29.84 cm	29.21-31.12 cm	29.84-31.75 cm	31.75-34.92 cm	31.75-34.92 cm	33.02-36.20 cm	33.02-36.20 cm	33.02-36.20 cm
Wrist Circumference	15.88-17.78 cm	15.88-17.78 cm	17.14-19.05 cm	17.78-19.68 cm	17.78-19.68 cm	19.05-20.96 cm	19.05-20.96 cm	19.05-20.96 cm	19.05-20.96 cm
Thigh Circumference	52.70-56.52 cm	53.98-57.79 cm	57.79-61.59 cm	60.96-64.77 cm	64.77-68.58 cm	67.95-71.75 cm	71.75-75.56 cm	74.93-78.74 cm	78.74-82.55 cm
Mid Thigh Circumference	46.99-52.07 cm	48.90-53.98 cm	51.44-61.59 cm	53.98-59.05 cm	56.52-61.59 cm	59.05-64.14 cm	61.59-66.67 cm	64.14-69.22 cm	66.67-71.75 cm
Knee Circumference	34.92-38.10 cm	36.20-38.73 cm	38.10-41.91 cm	40.01-43.18 cm	43.81-46.99 cm	43.81-46.99 cm	43.81-46.99 cm	43.81-46.99 cm	43.81-46.99 cm
Calf Circumference	36.20-38.10 cm	36.20-38.10 cm	38.10-41.91 cm	38.10-41.91 cm	43.18-46.99 cm	43.18-46.99cm	43.18-46.99cm	43.18-46.99cm	43.18-46.99cm
Ankle Circumference	24.77-27.30 cm	24.77-27.30 cm	24.77-27.30 cm	27.30-29.21 cm	27.30-29.21 cm	27.30-29.21cm	27.94-31.12cm	27.94-31.12cm	27.94-31.12cm
Inseam (Extra Short)	71.12 cm	71.12 cm	71.12 cm	71.12 cm	71.12 cm	71.12 cm	71.12 cm	71.12 cm	71.12 cm
Inseam (Short)	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20 cm
Inseam (Regular)	81.28 cm	81.28 cm	81.28 cm	81.28 cm	81.28 cm	81.28 cm	81.28 cm	81.28 cm	81.28 cm
Inseam (Tall)	85.72 cm	85.72 cm	85.72 cm	85.72 cm	85.72 cm	85.72 cm	85.72 cm	85.72 cm	85.72 cm

Size (U.S.)	26	28	30	32	34	36	38	40	42	44	46	48	50	52	54	56
Hip	34.25-35.00 in	35.75-37.00 in	38.25-39.00 in	40.25-41.00 in	42.25-43.00 in	44.00-45.00 in	46.00-46.75 in	48.00-48.75 in	50.00-50.75 in	52.00-52.75 in	54.00-54.75 in	56.00-56.75 in	57.75-58.75 in	59.75-60.75 in	61.75-62.50 in	63.75-64.50 in
Inseam (Short)	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in
Inseam (Regular)	32.00 in	32.00 in	32.00 in	32.00 in	32.00 in	32.00 in	32.00 in	32.00 in	32.00 in	32.00 in	32.00 in	32.00 in	32.00 in	32.00 in	32.00 in	32.00 in
Inseam (Tall)	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in	33.75 in

Size (U.S.)	26	28	30	32	34	36	38	40	42	44	46	48	50	52	54	56
Hip	87.00-88.90 cm	90.81-93.98 cm	97.16-99.06 cm	102.23-104.14 cm	107.31-109.22 cm	111.76-114.30 cm	116.84-118.75cm	121.92-123.83cm	127.00-128.91cm	132.08-133.99cm	137.16-139.06cm	142.24-144.15cm	146.69-149.22cm	151.77-154.31cm	156.84-158.75cm	161.93-163.83cm
Inseam (Short)	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20cm	76.20cm	76.20cm	76.20cm	76.20cm	76.20cm	76.20cm	76.20cm	76.20cm	76.20cm
Inseam (Regular)	81.28 cm	81.28 cm	81.28 cm	81.28 cm	81.28 cm	81.28 cm	81.28cm	81.28cm	81.28cm	81.28cm	81.28cm	81.28cm	81.28cm	81.28cm	81.28cm	81.28cm
Inseam (Tall)	85.72 cm	85.72 cm	85.72 cm	85.72 cm	85.72 cm	85.72 cm	85.72cm	85.72cm	85.72cm	85.72cm	85.72cm	85.72cm	85.72cm	85.72cm	85.72cm	85.72cm

Size (U.S.)	XS	SM	MD	LG	XL	2X	3X
Chest	32.25-33.75 in	34.25-35.75 in	35.75-38.25 in	39.00-43.00 in	43.00-46.75 in	46.75-50.75 in	50.75-54.75 in
Waist	26.00-27.5 0in	28.00-29.50 in	29.50-32.00 in	32.75-36.50 in	36.50-40.50 in	40.50-44.50 in	44.50-48.50 in
Hip	35.50-37.00 in	37.50-39.00 in	39.25-41.00 in	42.25-46.00 in	46.00-50.00 in	50.00-54.00 in	54.00-57.75 in
Across Shoulder	14.50-15.00 in	15.00-15.25 in	15.75-16.2 5in	16.50-17.00 in	17.25-17.75 in	18.00-19.00 in	19.00-19.75 in
Sleeve	29.50-30.25 in	30.25-31.00 in	31.00-31.50 in	32.00-32.75 in	32.75-33.50 in	33.50-34.25 in	34.25-35.00 in
Bicep Circumference	9.75-10.75 in	10.75-11.50 in	11.50-12.25 in	12.25-13.25 in	13.25-14.25 in	14.25-15.25 in	15.25-16.25 in
Elbow Circumference	9.50-10.25 in	9.75-10.75 in	10.25-11.00 in	11.00-11.75 in	11.75-12.50 in	12.50-13.50 in	13.50-14.25 in
Wrist Circumference	6.00-6.75 in	6.00-6.75 in	6.25-7.00 in	6.75-7.50 in	7.00-7.75 in	7.50-8.25 in	7.75-8.75 in
Thigh Circumference	21.25-22.50 in	22.50-23.50 in	23.50-24.75 in	25.25-27.25 in	27.50-28.75 in	29.25-30.75in	31.00-32.75in
Mid Thigh Circumference	19.25-20.00 in	19.75-20.50 in	20.00-20.75 in	20.75-21.75 in	22.00-22.75 in	22.75-23.55 in	23.50-24.50 in
Knee Circumference	14.25-15.25 in	14.75-16.00 in	15.25-16.50 in	15.75-17.00 in	15.75-17.00 in	15.75-17.00 in	15.75-17.00 in
Calf Circumference	13.50-14.50 in	13.75-15.00 in	14.25-15.25 in	14.50-15.75 in	15.75-17.00 in	15.75-17.00 in	15.75-17.00 in
Ankle Circumference	7.75-9.75 in	7.75-9.75 in	7.75-9.75 in	7.75-9.75 in	8.25-10.25 in	8.25-10.25 in	8.25-10.25 in
Inseam (Extra Short)	26.00 in	26.00 in	26.00 in	26.00 in	26.00 in	26.00 in	26.00 in
Inseam (Short)	28.00 in	28.00 in	28.00 in	28.00 in	28.00 in	28.00 in	28.00 in
Inseam (Regular)	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in	30.00 in
Inseam (Tall)	32.75 in	32.75 in	32.75 in	32.75 in	32.75 in	32.75 in	32.75 in

Size (U.S.)	XS	SM	MD	LG	XL	2X	3X
Chest	81.92-85.72 cm	87.00-90.81 cm	90.81-97.16 cm	99.06-109.22 cm	109.22-118.75 cm	118.75-128.91 cm	128.91-139.06 cm
Waist	66.04-69.85 cm	71.12-74.93 cm	74.93-81.28 cm	83.19-92.71 cm	92.71-102.87 cm	102.87-113.03 cm	113.03-123.19 cm
Hip	90.17-93.98 cm	95.25-99.06 cm	99.70-104.14 cm	107.31-116.84 cm	116.84-127.00 cm	127.00-137.16 cm	137.16-146.69 cm
Across Shoulder	36.83-38.10 cm	38.10-38.73 cm	40.01-41.27 cm	41.91-43.18 cm	43.81-45.09 cm	45.72-48.26 cm	48.26-50.16 cm
Sleeve	74.93-76.84 cm	76.84-78.74 cm	78.74-80.01 cm	81.28-83.19 cm	83.19-85.09 cm	85.09-87.00 cm	87.00-88.90 cm
Bicep Circumference	24.77-27.30 cm	27.30-29.21 cm	29.21-31.12 cm	31.12-33.66 cm	33.66-36.20 cm	36.20-38.73 cm	38.73-41.27 cm
Elbow Circumference	24.13-26.04 cm	24.77-27.30 cm	26.04-27.94 cm	27.94-29.84 cm	29.84-31.75 cm	31.75-34.29 cm	34.29-36.20 cm
Wrist Circumference	15.24-17.14 cm	15.24-17.14 cm	15.88-17.78 cm	17.14-19.05 cm	17.78-19.68 cm	19.05-20.96 cm	19.68-22.23 cm
Thigh Circumference	53.98-57.15 cm	57.15-59.69 cm	59.69-62.87 cm	64.14-69.22 cm	69.85-73.03 cm	74.30-78.11 cm	78.74-83.19 cm
Mid Thigh Circumference	48.90-50.80 cm	50.16-52.07 cm	50.80-52.70 cm	52.70-55.24 cm	55.88-57.79 cm	57.79-59.82 cm	59.69-62.23 cm
Knee Circumference	36.20-38.73 cm	37.47-40.64 cm	38.73-41.91 cm	40.01-43.18 cm	40.01-43.18 cm	40.01-43.18 cm	40.01-43.18 cm
Calf Circumference	34.29-36.83 cm	34.92-38.10 cm	36.20-38.73 cm	36.83-40.01 cm	40.01-43.18 cm	40.01-43.18 cm	40.01-43.18 cm
Ankle Circumference	19.68-24.77 cm	19.68-24.77 cm	19.68-24.77 cm	19.68-24.77 cm	20.96-26.04 cm	20.96-26.04 cm	20.96-26.04 cm
Inseam (Extra Short)	66.04 cm	66.04 cm	66.04 cm	66.04 cm	66.04 cm	66.04 cm	66.04 cm
Inseam (Short)	71.12 cm	71.12 cm	71.12 cm	71.12 cm	71.12 cm	71.12 cm	71.12 cm
Inseam (Regular)	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20 cm	76.20 cm
Inseam (Tall)	83.19 cm	83.19 cm	83.19 cm	83.19 cm	83.19 cm	83.19 cm	83.19 cm

Size	XS	SM	MD	LG	XL
Numeric Size	6/6X	7/8	10/12	14/16	18
AGE	6-7	8-9	10-11	12-13	14+
HEIGHT	45.50-48.50 in	49.50-52.00 in	55.50-58.50 in	61.50-64.00 in	66.50 in
CHEST	24.00-24.75 in	25.50-26.50 in	27.50-28.50 in	30.50-32.00 in	33.50 in
WAIST	23.00-23.50 in	23.50-24.50 in	25.50-26.50 in	28.00-29.50 in	31.00 in
HIP	25.00-25.75 in	26.50-27.75 in	29.00-30.50 in	32.00-33.50 in	35.00 in

Size	XS	SM	MD	LG	XL
Numeric Size	6/6X	7/8	10	12/14	16
AGE	6-7	8-9	10-11	12-13	14+
HEIGHT	46.00-48.50 in	50.50-52.50 in	55.00 in	58.00-61.00 in	62.50 in
CHEST	24.00-24.75 in	26.00-27.00 in	28.50 in	30.00-31.50 in	33.50 in
WAIST	23.00-23.50 in	23.50-24.25 in	25.00 in	26.00-28.00 in	30.00 in
HIP	25.00-25.75 in	27.50-28.50 in	30.00 in	32.00-34.00 in	36.00 in

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Klim Defender Hoodie

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Reviews and Q&A

FAQs

How warm is the KLIM Defender Hoodie?

Is the Defender Hoodie good for layering?

Does the Defender Hoodie manage moisture well?

How does the Defender compare to the Inferno?

Is the Defender Hoodie designed for snowmobiling?

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Klim Defender ¼ Zip

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