Hoodwink (2025)

Deceive predators when delivering goodies through the urban forest with this street-smart hoodie. WindFoil™ softshell fabric blocks nasty drafts and drizzle to get you there in good humour. Big ’n’ blue rather than little ’n’ red.

+Features

• Constructed from WindFoil™ micro-fleece softshell to block cold winds.
• Three panel merino-blend lined hood.
• Raglan cut with flat seams for enhanced comfort.
• Zipped chest pocket for storing shades and tunes.
• Full-length front zip for temperature control.
• No hand pockets for clean lines.
• WhaleTail™ longer back for greater cycling warmth.
• Weight: 410 gm.
• Designed & made by us in Aotearoa | New Zealand.

+Tech

+WindFoil™

WindFoil™ combines the insulative benefits of a polyester micro-fleece liner with a smooth, water resistant, softshell exterior. A totally windproof, yet highly breathable membrane is sandwiched between the inner and outer fabrics providing effective protection in cold, dry conditions.

• Composition: 100% polyester with PU membrane.
• 100% windproof.
• Water repellent finish on face fabric.
• Breathability: 4000gm per sq.m per 24hr.

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Approved clobber for terrorising the city, cruising the highways or café surfing. Unfashion garments combine comfort on the bike with sharp looks for when you hit the pavement.

+WhaleTail™

Ground Effect tops are cut with extra length in the back... and in the sleeves too. So when you stretch out in search of the perfect downhill position, neither your shirttail or sleeves will ride-up to expose your back or wrists to the elements.

+More than Kiwi Made

Ground Effect clothing is crafted right here in Aotearoa | New Zealand. Has been ever since we started back in 1994. Manufacturing locally works for us. We operate a quick-response system - holding minimal stock of any one item, but churning out a few more quick-smart when the pile gets low. The upshot is that we are seldom caught with our shelves empty, so orders get despatched the same day you place them.

+Compare

	Draft Dodger	Hoodwink	Frosty Boy
Windproof	Full	Full	Front & sleeves
Fabric	WindFoil™ front & back  &  Thermostat™ sides	WindFoil™ front & back  &  Thermostat™ sides	WindFoil™ front &  Thermostat™ back
Front Zip	Full length + 2 forearm vents	Full length	Full length
Pockets	2 hand plus large rear	Single at chest	3 rear plus single at chest

	Baked Alaska	Astro
Windproof	Front only	Front only
Fabric	WindFoil™ front &  Lightwave™ Merino back	WindFoil™ front & Lightwave™ Merino back
Front Zip	3/4 length	None
Pockets	3 rear	Single at chest

+Washing

• All Ground Effect clothing enjoys a warm 40ºC machine wash.
• As a rule of thumb, a laundry product that is easy on the planet is also easy on your body. Select a mild plant-based soap like Ecostore, Earthwise or Aware.
• Hand washing is sometimes the only option on tour, but a washing machine rinses more thoroughly and is preferable if you have the choice.
• Avoid cold-water detergents and those with bleach, 'oxygen whitener' or fabric softener.
• The cold-water varieties have little enzymes that are super-charged to brave the cold but can damage technical fabrics and cause skin irritation.
• Bleach rots natural fibres like merino, strips the dye, attacks laminates of waterproof fabrics and can also cause skin irritation.
• Sodium Percarbonate (the main ingredient in oxygen whitener) can make colours run.
• Fabric softener and wool wash destroy the water repellent finish on waterproof fabrics, and can also cause colours to run.
• Most Ground Effect gear dries super-fast, so hanging on the line or draped over the bedpost is generally the best option.
• High heat can damage some fabrics so if you do take your threads for a spin in the dryer, set the device on 'medium' or 'warm' rather than hot.
• A dryer is recommended for your rain jacket or pants, as it helps recharge the water repellant treatment on the outside of the fabric.

• Be sure not to wash with socks, fluffy towels or flannelette sheets. Lint clings to the fleece on the inside of your top making it age before its time.

+Shipping

• Items are generally packed and sent the same day your order is received.
• Costs $9 by overnight courier within New Zealand.
• NZ$12 by tracked airmail to Australia.
• Around NZ$15-25 by tracked airmail to destinations elsewhere in the world - calculated in our shipping cart as you check out.
• More shipping and tax details in our FAQ.