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Browse all Reigning Champ hoodies →Midweight Terry Relaxed Zip Hoodie
The verdict
Fit
Relaxed through shoulders and torso. Zip breaks the silhouette cleanly; British Racing Green is distinctive. True sizing.
Quality
Midweight terry with consistent Reigning Champ construction. Zip is solidly integrated.
Is the price fair?
Fairly priced for relaxed-fit zip at mid-tier. Justifies cost through fit refinement and durability.
Best for
Casual athletes or anyone wanting a relaxed silhouette with quick on-off versatility.
Care
Machine wash warm, low-heat dry to preserve the zip mechanism and prevent fabric distortion.
What owners report about Reigning Champ hoodies
Owners report Reigning Champ hoodies as dense, all-cotton fleece — loopback terry in the midweight, brushed-back fleece in the heavyweight — with flatlock seams and ribbed side panels that hold their shape for years; one reviewer still wears a hoodie bought in 2015 and says the shape still holds true. Reviewers note the heavyweight feels stiff at first and takes a while to break in, while the terry gets noticeably softer after a few washes. Recurring complaints are the price (roughly $120–150), the all-cotton fabric drying slowly and wicking poorly compared with synthetics, and cuffs that stretch slightly over time.
- Strengths
- Construction and longevity — reviewers consistently report the made-in-Canada cotton fleece keeps its shape through years of wear and washing.
- Watch out for
- Standard cuts run long, slim, and tight through the sleeves; the all-cotton fabric dries slowly; and the price draws consistent complaints.
- Sizing
- Cuts run longer and slimmer than an average hoodie, so bigger builds are advised to size up in the standard fit or choose the relaxed/classic fit.
About Reigning Champ's hoodies line as a whole. Sources: Are Reigning Champ Hoodies & Sweats Worth It? (Heavyweight vs Midweight) | Stridewise · Cozy Cotton: Reigning Champ Midweight Hoodie Review · Reigning Champ Review: I Tried Their Bestsellers
