Champion Men's Eco 9 oz. Pullover Hood

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The Nike Sportswear Club Fleece Pullover is a tad bit sleeker, so if you are someone who has a bit more muscle or, like me (I wear multiple long-sleeved layers underneath my hoodie to give off the illusion that I’m ripped), then it may prove to be a bit constricting around the upper forearm area. 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. Nike pullover was cozy enough to make it a tad bit more transitional for mild-to-cold temps while the 12oz. In the world of athleisure, it is absolutely vital to have a pullover hoodie at the ready for whatever adventures may occur. While the Champion hoodie has metal eyelets to prevent the hole from ripping, the drawstrings are tied at the ends with some fraying that will surely become untameable after a few washes, so they leave a little to be desired.

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Gear Patrol participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. Well, it’s probably both, to be honest, but for the sake of this comparison, I’ll be your scapegoat, OK? Listen, if you are ever thinking of making your very own pullover hoodie, let me give you one tip; make sure it has good drawstrings.

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. Considering 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.

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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. 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. Add to all of this the fact that I don’t leave the house enough or inhabit enough places that require anything but sweats and sneakers to suffer through stuffier outfits. From an overall fit perspective, both pullovers have a nice baggy body, which I prefer for hiding my winter dad bod (not to be confused with my summer dad bod, which is the same as my winter dad bod, but with a tan. From a style perspective, I like Nike’s better because it seamlessly (I’m sorry, this pun was intended) blends in with the fabric on the rest of the hoodie while Champion’s is built from ribbing.

And I consider myself a professional at athleisure: I am a former Division 1 college athlete who is now the father to a boisterous 8-year old and a coach to his boisterous teammates.

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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. From t-shirts to hoodies, from mesh shorts to the first sports bra, innovation has been as fundamental to the brand as comfort.

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. I know firsthand that both pullovers can withstand the stresses of violent in-pocket air-punches as my 8-year-olds blow wide open layups time-after-time.