Adidas vs REI Co-op: which zip-up wins?
Both land in the mid tier — the Adidas Trefoil Essentials Full-Zip Hoodie at $70, the REI Co-op Trailmade Full-Zip Fleece Jacket at $70. Here's how they stack up, head to head.
| Adidas | REI Co-op | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $70 | $70 |
| Material | Cotton/polyester fleece, mid-weight, brushed interior. | Recycled polyester fleece, mid-weight, zippered hand pockets. |
| Fit | Standard athletic fit, true to size. | Standard outdoor fit, true to size; room for a base layer. |
| Quality | Solid mid-tier — comfortable and dependable, with durable ribbed cuffs and a smooth zipper. | Solid value build — warm recycled fleece, dependable zipper, practical outdoor features. |
| Best for | Casual athletic outfits, gym-to-street wear, and a recognisable everyday zip-up. | Everyday cold, casual hikes, and value-minded outdoor layering. |
| Care | Cold wash inside-out and tumble low to protect the embroidered Trefoil and the fleece. | Cold wash and tumble low; the recycled fleece dries fast and resists shrinkage. |
Adidas's Trefoil Essentials is a cotton/poly midweight built around the three-stripe look and gym-to-street wear; REI's Trailmade is a recycled-polyester fleece with zippered hand pockets and room for a base layer. Same $70, so you're picking a streetwear logo or practical outdoor warmth.
Three-stripe Trefoil look, durable ribbed cuffs, smooth zipper, gym-to-street versatility
Zippered hand pockets, recycled polyester, room for base layer, practical outdoor features, undercuts technical names
Which should you buy?
Both land at $70, so the choice is lifestyle versus trail. Buy the Adidas if you want the recognizable athletic look for casual and street wear. Buy the REI Trailmade if you want zippered pockets, room to layer, and warmth for cold-weather walks and casual hikes. The REI build is about practical outdoor features rather than premium fabric, which is exactly what makes it the better value outdoors.
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