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Best Compression shirt

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#1 ·
Opinions?? I need for husband please
 
#3 · (Edited)
I realize this is not the answer you are looking for but compression gear is not ideal for snowsports, especially riding. You can make an argument for compression leggings, but seriously who is riding ultra-marathon style? I used to think I wanted some compression gear, but thankfully before I made the mistake I got educated.

A compression shirt could be useful for a super long upper body workout in the gym, but your upper body just doesn't get that from snowboarding. Lightweight, warm and wicking baselayers are much more comfortable.

Patagonia Capilene 2 is awesome.

Anything made out of merino wool.

Just a suggestion. I see that UA stuff everywhere. :dunno:
 
#5 ·
Can't beat under armour. I use the cold gear compression leggings and you can pull them up a bit mid calf if too much is bunched up with your socks. They also have "loose" fit cold gear for a better fitting top. Have both tight and loose. If it's freezing out, I'll wear the compression leggings with the 3.0 base layer leggings over them!
 
#13 ·
So I broke down and bought a set of mid weight Smartwool pants and crew shirt. I've always worn cold gear for soccer games, hiking and mtn biking, as well as snowboarding. I tend to freeze on the mtn and after talking to a handful of people who've sworn by smartwool, I decided to give it a go. I think UA is great, but I also think it's probably trapping the sweat and making me freeze as soon as my body temp drops. We'll see....
 
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