Is this sweatshirt warm enough for cold weather?

The 9-ounce cotton/poly fleece is a heavyweight knit, so it holds warmth well on its own in cool weather. In deep cold it works best as a mid layer under a jacket.

How does it fit compared with a standard sweatshirt?

It is cut as a men's athletic pullover with rib knit cuffs and hem that hold the shape. The quarter-zip adds room at the neck for layering a collared shirt underneath.

Does the cotton/poly blend shrink?

The 65/35 cotton/poly blend is ring spun and combed, which reduces shrinkage compared with all-cotton fleece. Wash cold and tumble low to keep the fit consistent.

Can I wear it for workouts and then out?

Yes. The fleece is warm and the twill-taped neck and rib trim give it a cleaner look than a plain gym sweatshirt, so it moves from the gym to casual errands.

Is there a matching women's version?

Sport-Tek makes a women's Athletic Heather 1/4-Zip Sweatshirt in the same fabric and trim, cut to a women's fit.

What is the quarter-zip for?

The zip lets you open the collar for ventilation or layer a shirt underneath without removing the sweatshirt, which helps when temperatures change through the day.