2xu "regular" compression tights vs. "Elite" tights

Triathlon Forum
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I’m thinking of jumping into the compression tight thing. I like the price of the regular 2xu compression tights, but the “elite” tights seem to offer more compression where I (and maybe everyone) need it most - hammy’s and calves. Does anyone have experience with both tights such that they might be able to offer an informed opinion on the matter? Is the elite model worth the jump in price?

Thanks,

Bryce

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I’m afraid I can’t offer a comparison between the two, however, I have the Elite tights, and have been very happy with them. Quality seems very high, and they are still in perfect condition after 10+ washes. FWIW, I’ve had good experience with other 2xu products, and would expect both pairs of tights to hold up very well.

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I have the regular tights and love them…I am thinking of jumping up to the elite tights to see what the difference is. Supposedly the stitching is different, the material and compression is a bit more specific in some areas but I wont know till I try them… I’ll be getting them sometime next month so if you havent made up your mind or no one else posts let me know and ill give you my opinion

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I’ve got a pair of the compression tights and really like them, not sure if they are the Elite version, but Probikekit have them for a good price.

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** I’ll be getting them sometime next month so if you havent made up your mind or no one else posts let me know and ill give you my opinion **

Did you end up getting the Elite? I’m looking at going from the calf sleeves up to the full tights. I run alot and am thinking this would help my recovery.

Thanks.

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I did not get them yet but I did get to try a pair. The main difference between the Regular Compression Tights and the Elite Compression Tights is that on the Elite the compression around the calves and quads is a lot tighter and more specific to the area, I also thought they were tighter as a whole too. The regular compression are just that, full length compression but with no specifics to any area of the body.

If you can afford them, get the Elite as they are very much worth the sticker price. If not the others will more be just as good and your legs will love you for it!