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Browse all Aviator Nation sweatshirts →SURF RACER RELAXED CREW SWEATSHIRT - FADED BERRY
The verdict
Fit
Relaxed, full-length crew with room for layering. The unisex cut runs loose; opt down a size if a sleeker fit matters.
Quality
Mid-tier construction. Faded finishes tend to hide wear better than vivid dyes, making this feel more durable in practice.
Is the price fair?
Solid value at $169. Faded colorways are practical and less trend-dependent than neons.
Best for
Shoppers seeking a comfortable, seasonless crew for casual rotation.
Care
Standard wash; faded fabrics are forgiving but avoid hot water to prevent further fading.
What owners report about Aviator Nation sweatshirts
Owners describe Aviator Nation sweatshirts as exceptionally soft — a cotton/polyester/rayon tri-blend with a fleece-lined interior, hand-sewn in California and put through a heavy break-in wash for a vintage feel. Comfort is the reason people keep buying: frequent wearers say these are the sweatshirts they reach for most. The trade-offs are real: the fabric pills with regular wear, longtime buyers report the cut has grown less fitted over recent years with sizing that varies between colorways, and some faded finishes can read as dirty or stained rather than vintage. Reviewers broadly agree you are paying premium money for softness and look rather than rugged construction.
- Strengths
- Owners consistently report the soft, fleece-lined tri-blend and lived-in feel as best-in-class comfort they wear constantly despite the price.
- Watch out for
- Pilling with regular wear is the most-cited failure, alongside sizing inconsistency between colorways and faded finishes some owners think look stained.
- Sizing
- Sizing is unisex and most reviewers find it true to size, but owners report the cut has relaxed over recent years and can vary noticeably between colorways.
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