Performance under clothing

Shure · 17 Mar 2007 at 10:31

Are there many of you using the likes of Adidas Techfit, Nike pro, Under armour etc?
I've been thinking about buying one of them to try out, I'd mainly be using it for football, probably as an undergarment now and then on its own in the summer?
Has it had any effect on your performance or recovery?

Gilly · 17 Mar 2007 at 11:42

You'll use it as an undergarment in the summer? :confused:

Shure · 17 Mar 2007 at 11:59

Gilly said:
You'll use it as an undergarment in the summer?

Are you telling me I should or shouldn't?
My original post said that I won't be using as an undergarment :confused:

Gilly · 17 Mar 2007 at 12:01

chrisstevens said:
Are you telling me I should or shouldn't?
My original post said that I won't be using as an undergarment

No it doesn't. See this part:

I'd mainly be using it for football, probably as an undergarment now and then

:/

I can't wear anything under a footy shirt in the winter, never mind in summer.

Shure · 17 Mar 2007 at 12:06

chrisstevens said:
I'd mainly be using it for football, probably as an undergarment now and then on its own in the summer?

To be honest I have never as yet worn anything under a football shirt either. I'm assuming these shirts must be comfy though?

B@Th*nG · 17 Mar 2007 at 12:08

chrisstevens said:
Has it had any effect on your performance or recovery?

why would it?

B@Th*nG

Shure · 17 Mar 2007 at 12:13

B@Th*nG said:
why would it?

B@Th*nG

http://www.adidas.com/com/techfit

Chong Warrior · 18 Mar 2007 at 20:39

What a load of techno babble!

Probably not cheap either, save your cash would be my advice.

Edinho · 18 Mar 2007 at 20:48

If your a professional sportman where that extra 0.0005% will make a difference go for it. Otherwise it marketing hype and a fashion statement.

TripleT · 18 Mar 2007 at 21:16

The Under Armour stuff is really good imo. Both the Cold Gear (keeps you warm) and the Heat Gear (keeps you cool). Expensive though, luckily I got some cheap from work.

Clipsey · 18 Mar 2007 at 23:45

I'd say UnderArmour is in a league of its own when it comes to this.

I wear it for running out in the cold.
Have some of the tee's which are similar to cotton to feel but are the dri-fit style - so comfy

Not cheap though (unless you live in the states

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Tinders · 19 Mar 2007 at 08:32

Edinho said:
If your a professional sportman where that extra 0.0005% will make a difference go for it. Otherwise it marketing hype and a fashion statement.

I purchased some Nike and adidas (clima cool type stuff) in the sales at christmas and tbh whilst it doesnt give any performance boost they are usefull at soaking up the sweat etc, you dont feel sticky and sweaty tbh.Its not worth paying the RRP for them mind.

PAz · 19 Mar 2007 at 08:42

I know a fair few people who use them and recommend them. The UA ColdGear is supposed to be excellent.

Too expensive for me mind.

Badboy2k3 · 19 Mar 2007 at 11:20

I use one for football (during winter only) keeps me warm and sweat free, I think it's great!

6thElement · 19 Mar 2007 at 11:58

The UA Coldgear is excellent. I've worn the balaclava, gloves and mock turtleneck all winter when exercising in temps well below freezing. I'm not sure I'd bother with the hot weather stuff though.

firstborn · 19 Mar 2007 at 23:02

Another vote for under armour.

TripleT · 19 Mar 2007 at 23:09

Not a lot of love for the Heat Gear range sadly. I do like it, give it a try. It does sound strange putting on another layer in order to keep cooler but it somehow works

Lead_Head · 20 Mar 2007 at 12:30

I wear a Nike Pro Compression long sleeve top under my footy shirt on matchdays. In winter it is a god send as it is a compression top it tends to keep you warm.

They also do a 'Vent' top, basically the same but it allows air to brush through it and cool you down.

I picked up a cheaper Umbro '37oC' from Sports Soccer for the summer, it's a red undershirt that draws sweat away from your body. I'm happy with both products and it's better than a T-Shirt as it actually attempts to do something and is comfortable because they are skin tight. It's like another skin.