Our take on the adidas Train Essentials Quarter-zip Pullover Top

A men's training top from adidas with a quarter-zip high collar and long sleeves, made for gym sessions and cool-weather runs. The zip lets you vent heat mid-workout and the raised collar blocks wind, which puts it ahead of plain crew sweatshirts for layering. It is a straightforward polyester training piece rather than a casual sweater, so it suits people who want a light, packable layer over a tee. Owners of similar adidas Train Essentials tops rate the fabric and fit well but note the cut runs slim and the fabric is thin.

Best forGym and HIIT sessionsCool-weather running layersWarm-up and cool-down wearWearing over a tee on mild days

Pros

Quarter zip gives quick ventilation without removing the top
High collar keeps wind off the neck
Light fabric layers easily under a jacket
Machine washable at 30 degrees
Simple black colorway matches most kit

Cons

What reviewers say

Feedback on the adidas Train Essentials line is generally positive on fit and fabric for training, with the quarter zip and collar called out as useful. The main complaints are a slim cut and thin material.

What people mention

FitMixedSome buyers find the athletic cut true to size, while broader builds say it runs small.
Fabric weightCriticisedReviewers describe the material as thin and light, fine for layering but not warm alone.
Zip and collarPraisedThe quarter zip and high collar are seen as genuinely useful for regulating heat during training.

Questions and answers

Is this top warm enough for outdoor winter runs?

No. It is a light training layer, so treat it as a midlayer over a base tee and under a jacket in cold weather.

Does it fit true to size?

It has a slim athletic cut. If you are between sizes or broad across the chest, size up.

Can I wear it casually, not just for training?

Yes. The plain black design works as a casual quarter-zip, though the thin fabric reads more sporty than sweater-like.

How should I wash it?

Machine wash at 30 degrees. Avoid high heat in the dryer to protect the fabric and zip.

Does the quarter zip have a chin guard?

The high collar zips up to the neck. Zip it partway down if the top edge rubs your chin.

adidas Train Essentials Quarter-zip Pullover Top

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$24.75at asos, last seen Nov 11

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Last seen at $24.75 at asos on Nov 11.

Our take on the adidas Train Essentials Quarter-zip Pullover Top

Best forGym and HIIT sessionsCool-weather running layersWarm-up and cool-down wearWearing over a tee on mild days

Pros

Quarter zip gives quick ventilation without removing the top
High collar keeps wind off the neck
Light fabric layers easily under a jacket
Machine washable at 30 degrees
Simple black colorway matches most kit

Cons