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The verdict
Fit
6-inch inseam is shorter for swim; nylon stretch will conform to the body. Fit is athletic and supportive without excessive compression.
Quality
Stretch nylon in Reigning Champ's hands means tight seaming and fabric that sheds water and dries quickly. Built to handle saltwater and chlorine without degrading.
Is the price fair?
At $118, you're in premium swim-short territory, but the utility details (pockets) and nylon durability justify the ask versus basic pool shorts.
Best for
Regular swimmers, water athletes, or anyone who wants a swim short that doubles as casual wear.
Care
Rinse in fresh water after saltwater or chlorine and air-dry; avoid prolonged sun exposure to slow color fading.
What owners report about Reigning Champ shorts
Owner coverage of Reigning Champ's terry sweat shorts is strongly positive on fabric and construction: reviewers report the terry breathes better than expected for a warm fabric, resists odor through repeated wears, and the flatlock-seamed construction on the brand's terry bottoms holds up wash after wash. The recurring functional complaint is the pockets — the open side and rear pockets let phones and keys slide out easily. Reviewers also note the brand cuts slightly trim and advise sizing up, and that the cotton shrinks a little after machine washing and drying.
- Strengths
- Odor-resistant, breathable terry fabric with flatlock construction that reviewers report holding up through years of wear and washing.
- Watch out for
- Open, unsecured pockets let contents fall out, and the trim cut plus mild shrinkage after drying catch out owners who don't size up.
- Sizing
- Reviewers report Reigning Champ measures slightly smaller than comparable cuts and advise sizing up, especially if you plan to machine-dry.
About Reigning Champ's shorts line as a whole. Sources: Reigning Champ Review: I Tried Their Bestsellers — The Adult Man · Reigning Champ Review — Mr.Alife · Slim Sweats: Reigning Champ Midweight Sweatpants Review — Megaleaper