More often than not, manufacturers will find a way to skimp out on product quality in hopes of the consumers not noticing.  Such is the case with the Asics hoody.  It's horrible.  Why?  Well, Asics decided to go with a 100% Cotton construction, making this sweater not only shrink in the wash, but also lose some of that oh-so-soft fleece feel that the old model had, including a slight comfort-stretch fit. Poor choice, and not worth the $45-50 they are asking per sweater (I bought 3, returned 2).