Comments on: Shorts Or No Shorts Over Running Tights – A Post on Winter Running

By: Daniel

Daniel — Thu, 11 Feb 2016 17:59:08 +0000

I have a couple of pairs of Nike Running Tights, which I switch between wearing with black shorts or nothing. One pair does not have any pockets, so I wear the shorts to keep my keys and energy gels on me. Recently I wore a pair of these running tights while running in the snow (~20F) and did not need to wear any shorts. I have a pair of cheap Decathlon tights that you HAVE to wear something over, or someone may be able to tell your religion. I say sometimes is function, sometimes is fashion.

By: Team Pit-a-Full

Team Pit-a-Full — Wed, 30 Dec 2015 14:08:16 +0000

In reply to Jessie.

Sounds like a good design.

What I look for is absolutely no-nonsense:
Something with a snug fit that does not move or shift.
Most running tights are somewhat generic in fit… while not every body is shaped generically.
The bottoms with an articulate knee, pouch, ankle, and waist… and muscle support for quads/hams, gluts and calves all seem to slide into place and stay put.

If dealing with genuine cold (ie 25 degrees and under)… Climate Right/ Cuddl Duds cant be beat. Extremely light weight/ easy fit, warm to (Ive warn them in 6 degree temps and still perfectly comfortable) and they are synthetic so they hold up to wash after wash. A similar product by Patagonia or North Face or Columbia goes for @ $90 at REI. These go for about $10-$15 a piece (top/bottoms).

By: t time

t time — Tue, 29 Dec 2015 19:00:12 +0000

In reply to t time. That was a reply to the post below. What you're talking about sounds great but I wonder about the cost to have that tech.

By: t time

t time — Tue, 29 Dec 2015 18:55:45 +0000

In reply to Jessie. Ball freeze is incredibly painful.

By: drew

drew — Sat, 10 Oct 2015 01:10:30 +0000

I know this post is a little late to the party… but here is my observation…

Some people wear shorts over tights for modesty reasons, others for wind protection or temp regulation…
Some people say they dont care what other people think of how they look, but then say they think wearing shorts over looks weird…

If a pair of shorts over blocks wind or reduces chill down there- why not? I have shorts that don ‘t cost anywhere near as much some of the wind blocking undergarments

And maybe I am a little self conscious when the shrinkage hits!

By: mikck

mikck — Wed, 07 Oct 2015 23:44:51 +0000

I would run in my panty hose and have the air flow thru rather than the nylon or other non breathable materials. I love the panty hose on the skin and it holds just enough of the muscle and covers the skin to warm just enough and isn’t hot. no restriction either. I do get alot of attention and whistles comments giggles ( mainly the younger girls) and all sorts of looks. but no bad comments or reactions . if i wear a short shirt I can often expose too much especially with nothing over or under. I like to ” free dog” and it’s quite see thru as you can imagine. I have just chatted for ages and girls like it, I get positive feed back and good cheers from some. I think if your buff young and well hung the ladies like a bit of healthy exhibitionism and its a real treat to see on a long hard run .

By: Team Pit-a-Full

Team Pit-a-Full — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 13:17:57 +0000

In reply to Drew. I wear some sort of compression wear year round. Muscle support doesnt take the summer off.

By: Team Pit-a-Full

Team Pit-a-Full — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 13:14:28 +0000

Do the ladies always wear a tshirt or sweatshirt over their sports bras?
Whats good for the gander is also good for the goose.

I am a dog trainer and I log a minimum of 10 miles a day (running, power walking, agility course, urban cardio workout, etc) with my trainees. I LIVE in running tights. When you are doing what you love and getting paid handsomely for it… WHO CARES what you are wearing or what you look like.

By: mikck

mikck — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 02:58:43 +0000

I love to run with nothing under nothing over its all a matter of pride not predjudice. I like the fact that they cool quicker when hot and are a bit see thru makes for more interesting smiles and hello’s from the ladies , stop and chat and ask you about your see thru tights and feel compelled to be the 1st to tell you “did u no they are see thru” then que emmbarrassement and looked shocked .

By: Igor

Igor — Sun, 02 Nov 2014 20:05:19 +0000

In most cases it’s enough to use Gore Mythos Thermo tights. If it’s too cold with them, then it’s too cold for running.

By: John h

John h — Sun, 23 Mar 2014 14:39:05 +0000

The North Face Isotherm line has windstopper panels in the front with mesh wicking panels at the sides and back. They had a jacket and pant set and while the pants were not tights they did have a very nice fit. No need for shorts. Don’t think they make them any more. my wife got me these as a gift and have become my go to choice for cold windy rainy days in the PNW. (Read most days between nov and June) I did a run in wash dc along the river on a 20 day with wind. Jacket and pants were fantastic.

By: Aaron

Aaron — Tue, 18 Mar 2014 16:49:32 +0000

In reply to Drew.

Speaking for myself, I do have a couple pairs of spandex shorts that I use for duathlons in warmer weather. The primary benefit to me is that tights greatly minimize chafing.

But there are also compelling reasons to wear “loose” shorts in warmer weather, which is what I do most of the time. The main reason for tights is that in cold weather you want to keep your “manhood” close to the body to stay warm. In warmer weather, you want your “manhood” away from your body to lower/regulate the temperature – and thus wear more loose-fitting clothing.