Lifting Team Heavyweight Oversized Tee
Any 2 for $110 · 3 for $150 · 4 for $195 · Free shipping over $100
The details
- 280 GSM, 100% cotton. True heavyweight fabric, built to hold its shape and colour wash after wash.
- Collar that sits flat. Doesn't choke, doesn't fall open.
- Length that stays down. Cut so it won't ride up on a shoulder press or pulldown.
- Sleeve to the elbow. A true oversized fit. Size down for a slightly cleaner look.
Full description
Shipping: Free Australian shipping over $100. Dispatched from Brisbane within 24 hours on weekdays.
THE TEE THAT HOLDS THE STANDARD.
The Lifting Team Tee is the hero of the Defender Fit range - and it's the one piece we obsessed over most.
It starts with the material. A true heavyweight cotton, and that's the difference you feel the moment you pull it on. Most brands quietly run cheaper, lighter fabric to protect their margin - and you find out why the first time it goes through the wash: it warps, it fades, it shrinks, and the fit you loved on day one is gone. We went the other way. This tee is built to hold its shape and its quality for the long haul, because most guys don't buy a shirt for a season - they find one they love and wear it for years. This is that shirt.
Then there's the fit, and this is where the meticulous part shows. Every detail was designed deliberately, not defaulted.
The collar is engineered to sit comfortably - not choked tight the way so many oversized tees are cut in a cheap attempt to look premium, and not falling open like a relaxed wide-neck either. It sits exactly where it should.
The length is considered, so it's never cropped. A lot of companies sell boxy tees that, when poorly designed, end up short - the kind that ride up and expose your stomach the moment you go overhead on a shoulder press or a lat pulldown. Ours is cut to stay put, through every rep and every range of motion.
The sleeves sit just along the elbow for a true oversized feel. And because the tee is designed properly, it holds that oversized look even when you size down - the sleeve simply sits just above the elbow, for those who prefer it slightly cleaner. Nothing about the fit falls apart a size either direction, because nothing about it was left to chance.
Defender started in 2020 with one shirt I wanted to wear. This is the one we've spent the most time getting right, and the one we still wear most.
For the Team.
Choose options
Any 2 for $110 · 3 for $150 · 4 for $195 · Free shipping over $100
The details
- 280 GSM, 100% cotton. True heavyweight fabric, built to hold its shape and colour wash after wash.
- Collar that sits flat. Doesn't choke, doesn't fall open.
- Length that stays down. Cut so it won't ride up on a shoulder press or pulldown.
- Sleeve to the elbow. A true oversized fit. Size down for a slightly cleaner look.
Full description
Shipping: Free Australian shipping over $100. Dispatched from Brisbane within 24 hours on weekdays.
THE TEE THAT HOLDS THE STANDARD.
The Lifting Team Tee is the hero of the Defender Fit range - and it's the one piece we obsessed over most.
It starts with the material. A true heavyweight cotton, and that's the difference you feel the moment you pull it on. Most brands quietly run cheaper, lighter fabric to protect their margin - and you find out why the first time it goes through the wash: it warps, it fades, it shrinks, and the fit you loved on day one is gone. We went the other way. This tee is built to hold its shape and its quality for the long haul, because most guys don't buy a shirt for a season - they find one they love and wear it for years. This is that shirt.
Then there's the fit, and this is where the meticulous part shows. Every detail was designed deliberately, not defaulted.
The collar is engineered to sit comfortably - not choked tight the way so many oversized tees are cut in a cheap attempt to look premium, and not falling open like a relaxed wide-neck either. It sits exactly where it should.
The length is considered, so it's never cropped. A lot of companies sell boxy tees that, when poorly designed, end up short - the kind that ride up and expose your stomach the moment you go overhead on a shoulder press or a lat pulldown. Ours is cut to stay put, through every rep and every range of motion.
The sleeves sit just along the elbow for a true oversized feel. And because the tee is designed properly, it holds that oversized look even when you size down - the sleeve simply sits just above the elbow, for those who prefer it slightly cleaner. Nothing about the fit falls apart a size either direction, because nothing about it was left to chance.
Defender started in 2020 with one shirt I wanted to wear. This is the one we've spent the most time getting right, and the one we still wear most.
For the Team.
Any 2 for $110 · 3 for $150 · 4 for $195 · Free shipping over $100
The details
- 280 GSM, 100% cotton. True heavyweight fabric, built to hold its shape and colour wash after wash.
- Collar that sits flat. Doesn't choke, doesn't fall open.
- Length that stays down. Cut so it won't ride up on a shoulder press or pulldown.
- Sleeve to the elbow. A true oversized fit. Size down for a slightly cleaner look.
Full description
Shipping: Free Australian shipping over $100. Dispatched from Brisbane within 24 hours on weekdays.
THE TEE THAT HOLDS THE STANDARD.
The Lifting Team Tee is the hero of the Defender Fit range - and it's the one piece we obsessed over most.
It starts with the material. A true heavyweight cotton, and that's the difference you feel the moment you pull it on. Most brands quietly run cheaper, lighter fabric to protect their margin - and you find out why the first time it goes through the wash: it warps, it fades, it shrinks, and the fit you loved on day one is gone. We went the other way. This tee is built to hold its shape and its quality for the long haul, because most guys don't buy a shirt for a season - they find one they love and wear it for years. This is that shirt.
Then there's the fit, and this is where the meticulous part shows. Every detail was designed deliberately, not defaulted.
The collar is engineered to sit comfortably - not choked tight the way so many oversized tees are cut in a cheap attempt to look premium, and not falling open like a relaxed wide-neck either. It sits exactly where it should.
The length is considered, so it's never cropped. A lot of companies sell boxy tees that, when poorly designed, end up short - the kind that ride up and expose your stomach the moment you go overhead on a shoulder press or a lat pulldown. Ours is cut to stay put, through every rep and every range of motion.
The sleeves sit just along the elbow for a true oversized feel. And because the tee is designed properly, it holds that oversized look even when you size down - the sleeve simply sits just above the elbow, for those who prefer it slightly cleaner. Nothing about the fit falls apart a size either direction, because nothing about it was left to chance.
Defender started in 2020 with one shirt I wanted to wear. This is the one we've spent the most time getting right, and the one we still wear most.
For the Team.
Fit guide
Find your size
True oversized fit. Collar sits flat and the length stays down overhead. Take your normal size for the Defender look. Size down one for a cleaner fit.
| Size | Weight | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| S | 60–72 kg | Smaller builds, relaxed oversized fit |
| M | 70–83 kg | Athletic builds, balanced oversized fit |
| L | 80–98 kg | Most popular for muscular lifters |
| XL | 95–113 kg | Extra room through chest and shoulders |
| XXL | 110 kg+ | Larger builds or extra oversized look |
Real-world sizing examples
- 170cm / 70kg → S (our smallest size)
- 170cm / 80kg → M · S for a cleaner fit
- 175cm / 90kg → L · M for a cleaner fit
- 180cm / 95kg → XL · L for a cleaner fit
- 185cm / 105kg → XL · L for a cleaner fit
- 190cm / 115kg+ → XXL · XL for a cleaner fit
Fabric & care
280GSM · 100% heavyweight cotton · Designed in Brisbane
- Cold wash inside out with similar colours.
- No bleach, no tumble dry. Hang dry in the shade.
- Don't iron over the print. Don't dry clean.
Shipping & exchanges
- Free standard shipping over $100. Under $100: $9.95.
- Express Australia-wide: $14.95.
- Australia 3–7 business days · NZ 5–10 business days.
- 30-Day Fit Guarantee: swap sizes within 30 days. We post the new size free.
Still not sure on size, shipping or exchanges? Read the FAQ
Complete the bundle
Pair it with the Cut-Off Tank
Together they count toward Build Your Kit: 2 for $110 · 3 for $150 · 4 for $195, applied in your cart.