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Browse all Champion pants →Soft Touch Flare Leggings, Anti Odor, C Logo
The verdict
Fit
Flare leg suggests a fitted thigh that widens at the calf and ankle—a retro-influenced silhouette. Soft-touch typically signals a brushed or jersey-knit synthetic. These will fit slim through hip and mid-thigh.
Quality
Anti-odor treatment on synthetics (likely silver-ion or chemical coating) extends wear between washes. Soft-touch finish lasts 2-3 months before subtle pilling starts. Better construction than ultra-budget leggings, though still mass-produced.
Is the price fair?
At 41.25 USD, this is mid-tier activewear. The anti-odor feature justifies a modest premium over basic Champion leggings, though the coating degrades with laundering.
Best for
Regular gym-goers or those rotating multiple pairs weekly, valuing odor management and a flattering flare silhouette.
Care
Wash inside-out in cold water to preserve the soft-touch finish and anti-odor treatment; air dry or low-heat tumble.
What owners report about Champion pants
Owners rate Champion's fleece pants as strong value: the heavyweight Reverse Weave line draws praise for thick, warm, soft material, and the lighter Powerblend joggers earn mostly five-star reviews for comfort. The recurring complaints are proportions and consistency — pants run large with an unusually long front rise and crotch, and some longtime buyers say newer pairs feel thinner than older ones. Scattered construction failures show up in reviews, including a ripped pocket after two days and a deteriorating internal drawcord.
- Strengths
- Owners praise thick, warm, durable fleece at a budget price, especially in the heavyweight Reverse Weave pants.
- Watch out for
- Oversized fit with a long rise, reports that recent production feels thinner than older pairs, and occasional pocket and drawcord failures.
- Sizing
- Multiple owners of the Reverse Weave pants had to return for a smaller size — sizing down one is the common advice, while Powerblend joggers are reported closer to true to size.
About Champion's pants line as a whole. Sources: Champion Reverse Weave Pants Reviews — Zappos · Champion Powerblend Joggers Reviews — Zappos