While both hoodies have a fairly similar fit and construction, there are some very subtle nuanced differences that dragged this battle down to the wire.īoth hoodies are side-seamed for durability, which is a major plus that some may not consider. I know, athleisuring it is tough sometimes, but I shouldn’t have to compromise my comfort, you know? Test #1 Winner: Nike Test #2: Fit/Construction
The fabric weight of the Champion hoodie also makes it a bit more rigid, which wasn’t always the most comfortable when I was athletically typing at my keyboard in my home office or athletically lying on my couch while watching my son do dribbling drills. But luckily those days are few and far between, especially outside of the more frigid winter months, and the Nike pullover definitely lends itself to more situations a little better. I know I had a few sub-zero days where I had to unexpectedly spend more than 5 seconds outside (see: dog, 5:40AM, yard) and the Champion hoodie came in the clutch. Again, depending on where you reside, more weight may benefit you more. Champion pullover is considerably warmer. The 8.2oz Nike pullover was cozy enough to make it a tad bit more transitional for mild-to-cold temps while the 12oz.
However, the real difference is in the weight of the fabric. Both could be worn whilst completely naked and make you feel like you were being comfortably held and all your trials and tribulations washed away. The Champion Reverse Weave Hoodie has a cotton-poly blend body that’s equally as soft, so there isn’t much difference between the two when it comes to feel and touch. The Nike Sportswear Club Fleece is made of an 80/20 cotton-poly blend with a super-soft brushed-back fleece that feels like butter on your skin. Oh, and depending on where you live - I’m looking at you, upper Midwest - this may be one of the warmest sweatshirts you can get for under $100…and you can get two for that price!Ĭonsidering how difficult it was to select a winner, read on to see why we gave the Nike Sportswear Club Fleece Pullover the title - and more on why the Champion Reverse Weave Hoodie might still be your sportswear star. In what could be the absolute closest head-to-head battle in Gear Patrol history - literally, I changed my mind on the winner three times - the Nike Sportswear Club Fleece Pullover won by a hair thanks to its sleek, sophisticated design and construction and the versatility of the fabric.īut I’ll be damned if the less expensive Champion Reverse Weave Hoodie didn’t give it a run for its money, because of its sturdy, dependable (anti-shrink) construction and (nearly) unbeatable price. To determine which hoodie was the best fit (no pun intended) for your situation, we compared them based on four factors: fabric, fit/construction, the “deets” (finer details) and price. They were the obvious choices to pit against each other in our search for the best cotton fleece pullover hoodie. The Nike Sportswear Club Fleece Pullover and the Champion Reverse Weave Hoodie are two extremely reliable hoodies from two time-tested brands.
You’d better believe that knowing which one to go with to be ready for moments like chasing your dog around the backyard in the early hours of the morning in the middle of winter or overseeing unorganized basketball practices comes with the territory. Theragun or Hyperice: Which Recovery Tool Is Best?
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