Hate is a strong word - I agree they are better than none.
The only thing I really don't like is the shape of the sole. The sole itself is nice, just don't like the flare.
I do like going back to the white stiching. I have a pair of black and they are comfortable. I don't wear these in public though, at least not yet.
In my opinion they are more obvious as women's than the old champs, because at least those they did have in a mans style.
So, seeing the pros and cons, I'm going to have to say it's more love, but the old style champs still rule! I think they will come back eventually.