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Generally speaking, most running shirts will use a flat seam construction because the low profile is less irritating and less likely to cause chafing. If you struggle with chafing and it’s centered around the seam, I suggest taking a look at the type of seam. If UV protection is important to you, don’t buy a heather-colored option. The ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) is 50 for Solids and UPF 15 for Heathers — a significant downgrade. Those with a larger midsection may want to consider shirts with a longer hem to ensure enough length to reach below your waistline. Loose-fitting shirts can feel heavy and annoyingly floppy when wet. Because of this, I prefer a closer-fitting shirt such as skin-tight or slim-fitting when it’s raining.

Runners spend a lot of time in the sun. While many runners will think to put sunscreen on their face, arms, and legs, putting sunscreen on the skin underneath your shirt may not be as obvious. The sun’s harmful UV rays can penetrate most fabrics, leaving the skin under your shirt exposed to sunburn. E.S.: Thumbholes! I love them in long-sleeve shirts. I think people either love or hate these, but they keep my hands warm, and I like the look. To prevent chafing, REI kept the shoulders seam-free and used a flat seam construction throughout, something common on shirts nearly double the price.Fit is somewhat of a personal choice and largely depends on your body type and preference. It is expressed in two main ways: how tight around your body the fabric sits and the length of the hem and sleeves. E.S.: I am a bra tank girl. I usually start with a long-sleeve shirt and end up just wrapping it around my waist on my runs. I like the compressive feel of bra tanks. I prefer tighter-fitting running clothes versus looser. E.S.: Before I spend a lot on running shirts, I always ask around to see if any of my friends have tried either the brand or model I’m looking at. I also think about wearability for other workouts: Can I throw it on during a HIIT class or while lifting weights? If I can justify it being multipurpose, it’s worth the splurge. Fabric is also a concern: some elasticity can help your comfort levels, especially if you are in-between sizes. Most running tops are made of synthetic fabrics but as in the case of the dhb Merino Short Sleeve Base Layer, natural materials can also provide high-performance, too.

The New Balance tech heather running top provides increased resistance to odours such as sweat, thanks to its antimicrobial properties. Also, you’ll benefit from the reflective detailing, increasing visibility when running at night, alongside their dry technology to keep you cool, comfortable, and focused on your run. I can confidently say that SOAR gear is manufactured at a higher quality than anything I’ve tested — and I’ve been testing running gear for 10 years. If performance is worth the money to you, and compliments from fellow runners brighten your day, give it a try — it might be the best running shirt money can buy. Specs: TCA is creating quite the name for themselves with affordable, high-quality running, cycling, and gym wear for the fitness enthusiast. If you’re a diehard for the comfort of cotton, try a 50-50 blend that pairs it with a second, more sweat-friendly material like polyester. You’ll still get some of that cottony softness but with added durability and even UV ray protection. How We Evaluated These Running ShirtsTips and Gear for More Comfortable Miles: How to Prevent Nipple Chafing • All the Running Shirts We’re Loving Right Now • The Best Running Shorts for Men • These are the Best Men’s Running Shoes Other Features to Consider We enlisted the help of long-time running gear reviewer and running coach, Cory Smith. Cory has been running for over 25 years and reviewing running gear since 2014. If you’re familiar with the Patagonia R1 and its grid pattern, this is very similar, but on a smaller scale. Like Patagonia, Janji’s execution of this design is highly functional and super comfortable. If you are after a running top that will keep you cool for sure, go for the Under Armour Qualifier ISO-CHILL Short Sleeve Running Top. The titanium dioxide-infused, ribbon-shaped nylon fibres disperse and pull away heat at the same time. Titanium dioxide is a naturally occurring material and is used widely by the cosmetics industry. It can be found in sun creams, for example.

Many running shirts are made with a blend of fabrics, enabling them to get the best features of each material. The most popular blends are polyester, polypropylene, or nylon blended with a stretchy fabric like spandex or Elastane. This gives the fabric just enough stretch to increase mobility. Weighing the lightest shirt tested: Lululemon’s Fast and Free; (photo/Cory Smith) Fit If you read my best running shorts article, you know SOAR is one of my favorite running apparel companies. Their founder, Tim Soar, treats designing running clothing with the same attention to detail as high-end runway apparel. This running t-shirt is no different. Utilising an atomic flash on the collar for a unique style and increased visibility, you’re sure to be looking great while remaining highly visible to oncoming traffic and pedestrians. One of the benefits of Nuyarn wool is that it’s 35% stretchier than merino wool, so it’s best worn close to the skin. I’m not a huge fan of tight-fitting shirts, so I opted for a size up, which had a more relaxed fit. As expected with pretty much all wool shirts, the Ibex Merino Tencel weighs in on the heavier side at 4.3 ounces — a bit heavy for me. Personally, for a wool running shirt, I find the sweet spot for shirts of this weight to be around 70 degrees.

You can also find performance tops made with natural materials like Merino wool and even cotton. Merino wool, an exceptionally soft wool sourced from a specific type of sheep, offers remarkable performance capabilities: It breathes well, keeps you warm in cold conditions and vents heat when you get hot, and resists odors. Cotton is generally considered a poor choice for performance apparel—it soaks up sweat and gets heavy—but it does have its fans ( Runner’s World Deputy Editor Jeff Dengate, among them). It can work just fine in chillier weather or for those who prefer the soft feel of a natural fabric.

Drying times, especially in the sun, were among the best I tested. This high-performance running shirt also felt incredibly comfortable against my skin. This design is like no other running shirt I’ve tested. It must be something with the patterned fabric, but the patterned option did not exemplify the quality of the solid colors. The material is stiff and doesn’t have the raised inside waffle design that won me over enough to crown it the best overall running shirt. Specs: Furthermore, there is a wide variety of different colours and designs to choose from. These colours include dark blue, dark red, orange, and grey, to name a few. Related: 8 Tips to stay safe while running during the day or at night. 3. Nike running t-shirt – men’s breathe running top If you’re looking for an affordable staple training or running t-shirt, look no further then these from MKR. Coming in endless colours such as green, purple, red, and blue, this 100% polyester training top is comfortable, breathable, lightweight, and reflective even in the darkest of conditions.The tradeoff for all that comfort? In my testing, the Strato Tech Tee took the longest time to dry. It’s certainly better than cotton, but doesn’t compare to the other shirts tested in that category. If you drip sweat like a faucet, I’d suggest you look elsewhere, but if you’re a mild sweater looking for a downright comfortable tee, this functions as one of the best running shirts you can buy. The Sundried Dom 2.0 Running Vest is part of Sundried's Eco Core range, and it lives up to the promise of being environmentally friendly: Dom 2.0 is made from 100% recycled plastic bottles, making it one of the most sustainable running tops on this list. Whether you’re running in the hot summer heat, on the treadmill, or in frosty conditions, here are sixteen men’s running t-shirts to choose from.