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Browse all Norse Projects sweatshirts →Hornidal Relaxed Organic Loopback Track Jacket
The verdict
Fit
Track jacket silhouette—wider through shoulders and sleeves for layering. Organic loopback is typically lighter than conventional, so expect a less dense hand. True to size.
Quality
Organic cotton loopback meets durability standards of standard loopback when well-finished. Norse Projects maintains their quality bar for certified fibers, though organic sometimes has tighter fiber tolerances.
Is the price fair?
At $227.50, the organic certification adds cost. Fair mid-premium pricing if you prioritize certified materials; otherwise, you're paying ~10-15% for the certification over conventional.
Best for
Environmentally conscious shoppers and those with sensitive skin who want organic fiber in a visible track piece.
Care
Organic loopback has the same care as conventional—tumble low, wash inside-out to reduce pilling.
What owners report about Norse Projects sweatshirts
Norse Projects' sweatshirt range centers on the Vagn crew and hoodie, cut in a regular fit from heavy loopback organic cotton fleece that retailer write-ups measure at 425 gsm. Reviewers describe the fabric as notably heavy and the construction as clean and minimal. The recurring owner complaint on Trustpilot is shrinkage: multiple reviewers report Vagn sweatshirts losing significant length after low-temperature machine washes, to the point of becoming unwearable, and question whether the fabric justifies the price.
- Strengths
- Reviewers consistently point to the heavy loopback organic cotton fleece and clean, minimal construction as the range's draw.
- Watch out for
- Shrinkage after machine washing is the recurring complaint — several Trustpilot owners report Vagn sweatshirts shrinking noticeably in length even at 30-degree washes.
- Sizing
- Retailer write-ups describe a regular fit, but given repeated owner reports of post-wash length loss, follow the care label strictly (cold wash, flat dry) rather than assuming the garment will hold its dimensions.
About Norse Projects's sweatshirts line as a whole. Sources: Norse Projects - The Essential Vagn Collection – URBAN EXCESS · Norse Projects Reviews | Read Customer Service Reviews of www.norseprojects.com · Wellgosh Wears | Norse Projects AW22 Collection - Wellgosh Blog