I’m thinking about buying some compression tights. I plan to use them mainly for recovery, but might also use them for some long runs during the winter months. I’ve been doing some research on various brands, but each company claims that their tights are superior and their technology is the most cutting edge…etc. I’ve been considering:
2XU: Mens Compression Tights or Mens ELITE Compression Tights
Zoot: CRX Active Tight or CRX Recovery Tight
Skins: Sport Long Tights or Skins Travel & Recovery
Can anyone make any recommendations or recommend any other/better brands?
i haven’t used any of the others, and i didn’t really buy them for compression (more support to try to keep grumpy knees happy when i started running), but CW-X tights definitely offer a lot in the way of compression.
I have the Zoot CRX Recovery Tight. I use these after long days and often sleep in them and I genuinly feel more recovered the next day. Works wonders when you’re backing up two long days in a row.
I have the Zoot recovery tights. I’ve worn them after long bikes and runs and races, and
honestly just don’t notice much of a difference in how I feel. I think ice baths are
far more effective.
I have the Zoot knickers (I think they are the “active” ones as the knickers don’t come in a recovery version).
I love them, good compression, very good support around the knee area. Have the Zoot socks too and find them much nicer than the 2XU ones. I love 2XU’s running shorts, tri shorts, tri tops, etc. but for compression gear, Zoot is the way to go.
I have the Zoot CRX Recovery Tight. I use these after long days and often sleep in them and I genuinly feel more recovered the next day. Works wonders when you’re backing up two long days in a row.
x2. I admit, I really do feel more recovered with less D.O.M.S. after long or hard efforts after wearing them for what it’s worth.
