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Summary
Keep the colder weather at arm's length with this comfortable, warm and bright Odlo Essential Thermal Half-Zip Top. Perfect for running in winter months.
Features
- Soft, grid, thermal inner-fabric for moisture-wicking as well as warmth
- Chin guard on zip to prevent chafing on chin and neck
- Thumb holes for extra warmth on your hands
- Lightweight for training with ease
- Reflective logo on front for visibility
- Made from recycled materials to support the environment
Pros
- Comfortable, relaxed and stretchy
- Very soft fabric with fleecy thermal panels
- Long sleeves with thumb holes for extra warmth
- Well-fitting on arms, loose fit around hips waist and chest without being too tight
- Trendy square shape
Cons
- Boxy, square shape might not suit everyone
In Testing
I always have my eye out for particularly warm garments for my winter training and running, and as it often takes me a while to warm up on especially cold days, I really appreciated the thermal grid panelling in this hoodie. It’s warm and cosy, whilst being lightweight weight and not too thick so I didn’t overheat. The stretchy material was perfect for my faster-paced training.
This top is a generous cut, but fits extremely well; not too long on the sleeves, the length sits nicely on my hips and it doesn’t feel too fitted around the waist. If you want to wear more layers underneath, you can do so as it has a very relaxed fit. Some people might prefer to go down a size.
As soon as I put it on, as well as feeling instantly warmer, my hands automatically tried to find some pockets on the waist. If I have one main criticism of this top it would be the lack of pockets, but that's easily rectifiable with a reliable pair of leggings or running belt.
Verdict
The Odlo Essential Thermal Half Zip Top is perfect for all aspects of your running life; warm enough for pre-training warm-ups and post-exercise cooling, suitably light weight for during your runs, and super comfortable if you are looking for a nice cosy layer. Overall, I love the fit, colour, warmth and weight of this top and you will probably find me in it for the foreseeable future. Happy running!
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