![]() ![]() Translated: this hoodie is incredibly warm for how lightweight it really is. To be fair, because this test isn't just about which is heavier, the American Giant Hoodie punches above its weight. (Sweatshirts are American Giant's specialty.) The Carolina Midweight Full Zip is in this head-to-head because it's our favorite from the brand, not the closest equivalent to Flint and Tinder's. It sort of sits on top of what you have on underneath, offering you warmth and a cozy protective coating against the elements.Īmerican Giant's is far more lightweight - 9.45 oz - but the brand does make heavier hoodies there's the Classic Full Zip and Classic Full Zip Relaxed, as well as the Old School Full Zip. It doesn't feel heavy, though, or like it dominates your entire outfit the way a Carhartt or even Camber sweatshirt can. Constructed from beefy 23 oz fleece fabric made in South Carolina, this thing's like a weighted blanket for your body. The first thing you should know about Flint and Tinder's 10-Year Full Zip Hoodie is that it is heavy. That's thanks in part to the difference in weight between the two sweatshirts. It's softer, even nappier and it retains body heat well - something you'll notice if you wear it for a while, take it off and then abruptly put it back. Plus, the inner liner on the 10-Year is far superior. With Flint and Tinder's zip up hoodie you always have a little wiggle room, which is nice if you're simply searching for the beefiest, best-insulating hoodie. With set-in sleeves, sometimes you get trapped - your torso gets twisted, the hood has shifted in front of your face and the sleeve seams are digging into your armpits. I've found it works for both shooting a basketball and shuffling positions on the couch. The raglan sleeves make a serious difference when it comes you're wearing it to actually move (or lounge) around in. Ultimately, though, the 10-Year is more comfortable to wear. This gives American Giant's iteration the edge when it comes to slimming, because while most sweatshirts add width, this one is flattering through the mid section, even on bigger builds. The 10-Year Full Zip Hoodie is also a more relaxed fit, with a wider body and more room in the arms. Flint and Tinder's 10-Year Full Zip Hoodie, on the other hand, has raglan sleeves, which offer better arm and shoulder mobility. ![]() Flint and Tinder: Which Brand Makes the Better Zip-Up Hoodie? Flint and Tinder 10-Year Full Zip HoodieĪmerican Giant's Carolina Midweight Full Zip Hoodie has set-in sleeves, a slim body and small front pockets. So, if you're set on this style, which is the right one to buy? We narrowed the search down to two of our favorites: the Flint and Tinder 10-Year Full Zip Hoodie and American Giant's Carolina Midweight Full Zip, two hoodies made with fabric sourced from the Carolinas. Sure, that's a shortlist of not-so-serious problems, but when you're bundled up without room (seated on an airplane) or short on time (changing for a gym class), having the option to undo your front proves essential. Doing so often lifts your undershirt, ruffles your hair, and dislodges your eyewear or AirPods along the way. Plus, if you run hot, you won't need to squeeze your way out of your heavyweight hoodie. Zip-ups, on the other hand, are great for layering or for topping off more casual (and less active) outfits. Pullovers are cleaner, with a simpler front and one relatively flat pocket. ![]() Zip-up hoodies are completely different from pullover hoodies, in both aesthetic and function. But if you add a zipper on the front, it's an entirely different design. There are pockets on the front - either one kangaroo or a pair of patches. They're long-sleeved, with a body and a hood. Every hoodie is, in theory, the same (or nearly so). ![]()
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