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#9 on this list
Better Sweater Fleece
Patagonia
The sweater-knit fleece everyone copied. Fair Trade sewn and endlessly repairable.
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#10 on this list
Chill Buster 12 oz Crewneck
Camber
Pennsylvania-made, 12-ounce, thermal-lined cotton. The heaviest honest sweatshirt still in production.
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Better Sweater Fleece | Chill Buster 12 oz Crewneck |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | Patagonia | Camber |
| Material | 100% Recycled Polyester Fleece | Cotton, Thermal Lining |
| Fit | Regular | Generous |
| Ethical Sourcing | Fair Trade Certified Sewn | — |
| Sustainability | Recycled Content | — |
| Weight | — | Heavyweight (12 oz/yd² cotton) |
| Origin | — | USA |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Better Sweater Fleece
- Excellent warmth-to-weight for its category
- Versatile for outdoor and casual wear
- Durable, long-lasting construction
- Made from 100% recycled polyester
- Fair Trade Certified sewn
- Heavier and bulkier than technical fleeces
- Not windproof; requires a shell in breezy conditions
- Can be slow to dry if saturated
Chill Buster 12 oz Crewneck
- Unrivaled warmth for a non-technical crewneck
- Exceptional durability and longevity
- Generous, comfortable fit for layering
- Classic, timeless aesthetic
- Made in USA construction
- Very heavy and bulky
- Slow to dry if it gets wet
- Not suitable for high-aerobic activity
- Limited color options
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