Bear Grips Pro ShopsChampion Hoodie vs Champion Crewneck: Which One Belongs in Your Shop First
- Both the Champion Performance Hoodie and the Champion Crewneck Sweatshirt are in the Bear Grips catalog.
- The hoodie runs $45.88 VIP base, the crewneck $41.88 VIP base, a $4 difference.
- The hoodie wins for cold-weather crew wear and casual daily use; the crewneck wins for office and customer-facing looks.
- Most vendors add both once the shop proves out, since they serve different weather and dress-code needs.
Both Pieces Are Already in the Catalog
The Unisex Champion Performance Hoodie and the Unisex Champion Crewneck Sweatshirt are both stocked pieces, meaning either can be added to a shop without a special request or a new supplier relationship.
Champion Hoodie vs Crewneck Side by Side
| Champion Hoodie | Champion Crewneck | |
|---|---|---|
| VIP base price | $45.88 | $41.88 |
| Free plan base price | $53.93 | $49.92 |
| Hood | Yes | No |
| Best for | Field crew, cold mornings, casual daily wear | Office, dispatch, customer-facing staff |
| Typical retail zone | $65-$80 | $55-$70 |
When the Hoodie Wins
- Cold-weather layering. The hood adds coverage a crewneck cannot match.
- Crew and member preference. Gyms, teams, and trades crews consistently rank the hoodie as the most-worn piece in a branded wardrobe.
- Higher perceived value. The higher price point supports a bigger margin per unit.
When the Crewneck Wins
- Office and dispatch wear. Reads cleaner and more professional under a jacket or blazer than a hoodie.
- Lower entry price. The $4 lower base price gives more retail flexibility for budget-conscious buyers.
- Layering under a coat. The lack of a bulky hood makes it easier to layer for customer-facing winter visits.
Most Shops Eventually Stock Both
Once a vendor moves past the free plans 3-product cap onto VIP, most add both pieces within the first few months. The hoodie captures the casual and cold-weather buyer, the crewneck captures the customer-facing and office buyer, and together they cover more of a customer base than either piece alone.
Stock the Champion Hoodie and Crewneck
Both pieces are already in the catalog. Add one or both, set your price, launch.
Start FreeFrequently Asked Questions
If I can only stock one Champion piece on the free plan, which should I pick?
The hoodie, if your audience skews casual or cold-climate; the crewneck, if your audience skews office or customer-facing.
Is the crewneck warmer or cooler than the hoodie?
The hoodie generally runs slightly warmer due to the added hood layer and typically heavier construction, though both are mid-to-heavyweight fleece pieces.
Can I set different prices for the hoodie and crewneck in the same shop?
Yes. Each product has its own retail price, set independently.
Do both pieces ship together if a customer orders one of each?
Yes, at no extra shipping cost.
