Tech Fleece, water-repellent or Tech Woven: one name, three fabrics

You pull on a Nike Tech hoodie on a warm Cairo evening and wonder why you feel so hot. The name on the tag was Nike Tech, but the fabric was fleece. Nike Tech is a family name, not one fabric, so check which of the three a piece uses before you choose.

• Tech Fleece: most of this collection. Nike describes it as a lightweight fleece, smooth inside and out, that gives warmth without bulk. The men's Tech Fleece Shorts are 66% cotton and 34% polyester.
• Water-repellent Tech Fleece: the same idea with a water-repellent finish, on the Tech Fleece Water-Repellent Full-Zip Hoodie and the Tech Fleece Pro Water-Repellent Full-Zip Jacket.
• Tech Woven: not fleece at all. Nike calls Tech Woven lightweight and durable on its water-repellent jacket, and the Tech Woven Shorts have a structured feel.

Windrunner, hoodie or joggers: what sets each piece apart

The Tech Fleece Windrunner Full-Zip Jacket has a relaxed fit, a tape-reinforced Tech pocket on the sleeve, and binding at the hem and cuffs. The men's Tech Fleece Joggers go the other way, with a sleek, tailored look. For women, there is the Tech Fleece Windrunner Full-Zip Hoodie. See more jackets if you want other layers.

Nike Tech for kids: the same fleece in their size

Nike says it updated its kids' Tech Fleece to match what parents wear. The boys' Tech Fleece Full-Zip Hoodie is made for ages 6 to 16. Kids' pieces here, including full-zip hoodies, jackets, joggers and shorts, are sized XS to XL. Browse all Nike kids for more.

If you are buying your first piece, start with the Tech Fleece Windrunner Full-Zip Jacket and the matching Tech Fleece Joggers. If you want something lighter to wear, look at the shorts.