![]() There are plenty of options for both men and women that are suitable for all different workouts. Plus, when the weather moves beyond blustery fall wind and into freezing rain, sleet, and snow, you need a pair that repels water in order to keep you warm and dry. Thermal pants or leggings - also referred to as a base layer - do the crucial job of sealing in body heat during your winter run, hike, outdoor HIIT class, or yoga flow. And though your comfy, breathable summer pants may be your first pick, they're not exactly going to work once the wind starts cutting through to your legs. That said, the newest version has a drawstring, which will likely help keep them in place around the waist.The morning are now a bit darker and cooler, but that shouldn't deter you from jumping out of bed and into your regular workout. If I pulled them lower, they didn’t fit well at my waist. If I pulled them to mid-calf or slightly above, they rode up toward my knee. The length and the inseam didn’t seem to mesh as well as other tights. But I had a hard time getting them to fit right. Made by a company that specializes in running tights, the Zensah ¾ High Compression Capris were comfortable, stayed tight after multiple days of use, and wicked well. But the inseam was a little on the short (low-rise) side. They also wicked well, and were comfortable-they have a nice fleece-like inner fabric. The Skins S400 definitely seemed like they kept my lower body warmer than wearing a merino base layer, and they stayed tight after wearing them numerous times in a row. Now if only Opedix made them a smidge shorter, so they don’t overlap with the top of your boot cuff. They breathed well, and didn’t smell like moldy cheese after skiing hard in them for a few days. The compression tights stayed tight after a few consecutive days of skiing in them, and Opedix’s touted knee support really seems to work-unlike some other brands. And, unlike some other tights I tested, these didn’t show off a plumber’s crack during a day on the slopes. ![]() They have comfortable compression that’s designed to support your knees, thighs, and hips, and they wicked well. ![]() Even after numerous days of use, they stayed as tight as they were the first time out of the box. The C3fit Impact tights were one of my favorites despite being a full-length tight (C3fit does have a ¾ length now). They were one of the best tights (that I tested), and would be a good option for both summer and winter sports. The 2XUs were comfortable, didn’t ride up (or down), wicked well, had a drawstring to tighten the waist, and kept their tightness after multiple days. Ski Team uses, so it should be good enough for the average skier, right? Yeah. A three-quarter length eliminated that under-the-boot base layer bunch, and they were comfortable-albeit didn’t stay up as well as others. Did they offer additional support? Probably, but it was hard to tell. Beyond that, this pair could be considered a tight base layer. ![]() The pockets hold hot or cold packs in them to aid muscle recovery. The best thing about the 110% knickers is the pockets located on key muscle groups. Here’s a quick roundup of tights I tried, with honest feedback about each: And while the jury is out on whether they actually work, pro skiers use them at least to aid recovery after (and during) long days on the mountain. Some will work great for a half day, or even a full day, but some will leave you hanging, especially if you’re short on space and can only bring one pair for a multi-day ski trip. Unfortunately, it’s hard to know which is which until you try them. Others are just tight long underwear-a far cry from the original compression tights designed to increase circulation, reduce swelling, and aid recovery. Some compression tights actually compress your legs. Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members!
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