Why Half Tights Are the Ultimate Performance Hack
Why Half Tights Are the Ultimate Performance Hack
Are you tired of struggling to keep up in your running shorts? Have you been searching for the perfect short but can never seem to find the right fit? Well, worry no more! In this video, I’m going to show you how to wear half tight running shorts for men in the perfect way.
Half tight running shorts are the perfect performance hack because they allow you to run faster and more intensively without sacrificing breathability or comfort. By following my fool-proof tips, you’ll be able to wear half tight running shorts like a pro and reach your performance goals!
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I absolutely love my half-tights…I didn’t say the bystanders love them…but I do.
I really enjoyed the Saucony half tights
Half tights for hot days and full tights for winter.
A little pocket is definitely convenient, but I would never want my phone bouncing around my leg or butt; it always goes on an armband or in my camelbak.
2xu have great compression, but sometimes they don’t make room for a nice fit in the crotch. No two pairs of my 2xu pants have a consistent fit in the butt or crotch. Odd.
Under Armour have a nice fit for me and can often be got for a decent price during their many sales.
Great review Chris, I ran the Hillingdon 20 earlier in half tights and I’ve also found I don’t get chaffing. Adidas are a good brand too for both full tights & half.
I’ve been using the Janji 8” trail half tight for races this year. Zipped rear pocket and x2 pockets on each leg with enough room to fit a gazillion gels in should you need them. A bit pricey, but thoroughly recommend them.
Btw, is there still a Fordy discount on the Saysky’s
Half tights gr8 fit and feel, its just the budgie smuggling aspect! 😳
The 262.clo zip pocketed ribbed half tights are great!
Agree, I have adidas and keep for races. The Nike lava loops look very good. I’m also an arm sleeve fan – fantastic for winter and early spring. 👌
Right I’m gonna sound like an idiot now but f it, 1- are half tights the same as compression shorts. 2- do you wear underwear underneath them 😂
Half tights are awesome for racing.
Cringing whilst I ask this question…… so what’s best to wear underneath the half tights? Commando or Runderwear! Can’t imagine the usual thong will do the job!
Some nice looking Mizuno half tights at Start Fitness, currently less than a tenner. Have ordered and will see what they are like.
Do you feel like all half tights are high rise like in the hip and if not which ones do find have low rise
I prefer shorts. The saysky flow shorts have all the pockets but shorts not tights. I love them.
Terrible advise. Someone might see my doodle. I’ll stick to my $10 K-Mart running shorts for now.
I also went from long basketball shorts to 5" running shorts (and some 3" for track workouts) and lately half tights. For modesty reasons 3" is probably the shortest I can do.
I highly recommend Janji 8" Trail Half Tights. They are of excellent quality and has 4 deep pockets on each side (pocket on top of pocket) as well as a passthrough pocket in the back (towel or shirt). I can fit a 500ml soft flask in a pocket on the side and an iPhone 12 with case and gels of course in two other pockets. They are trail half tights but perfectly suitable for roads. The black one is one size smaller than color versions. They are moderately expensive but not Saysky level expensive.
The other cheaper option I like Decathlon Evadict Tight shorts. These have two zippered pockets (front and back) that can hold an iPhone with case in there. In addition, there is an integrated belt that one can stash two 250ml soft flask bottles and gels. Unfortunately, they are not available at the US website at the moment. I bought one, and I would buy more. Not only they are good but also, they are very economical pricewise. There is also a version of Decathlon Evadict baggy shorts. This version is like half tight with integrated belt and zipped pockets, but it is a more traditional 5 (7?) inch shorts with integrated liner. Both are great!
Nike ADV Aeroswift is also really good. I can store 6 Maurten gels, GoPro camera and tissues at the back.
If I had to change them I’d fit a phone side pocket
I have been using Flip Belt’s half tights during my marathon training and a previous half marathon training block. There are so many pockets. I can fit 8-12 gels in the side pockets on the legs, and there are pockets all the way around the waist for a phone, a water bottle or more gels, a zip pocket for a key, and a small pocket for Airpods.
Kiprun half tights from decathlon are great with multi pouches around the waist. I always struggle with the side pockets.
Great topic mate! 👍🏽
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Since back on my feet over a decade ago tights of any length wort great for the leg muscles…. My bod is not ‘dad’ style @ 55+ but a triathlon suit for post 5km is unbeatable kit. More pockets via a vest or over-shorts!.
Regards!
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Nike trail & Hoka are my choice 👍😎
You still wear underwear underneath tights right?
Quick question. Do you wear anything under them? I’m assuming not, but can’t see that this has been asked already.
Great video as ever 👍
I’m with you Fordy! Forget the shorts on top. They just get in the way, and I hate having two waistbands to deal with. Half tights are so insanely comfortable to run in…just them with nothing else on top or underneath. Complete freedom of movement. It’s the best.
Do half tights come with inner briefs? Please reply.
Love the SaySky – great quality & super practical
I use the Brooks ones bought 3 pairs now, sized down though. 4 gels in each pocket for marathon, or a soft flask in training. Saysky not bad but soft flask will bounce out, fit a bit odd and pricey.
Do you wear boxers under half tights 🤷🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️
Do any or all have a brief liner ? Thanks
@FordyRuns You should have a look at the Fusion C3 halftights as well. They have the two stretchy side pockets and a back pocket – even though there is no zipper in the back pocket, a sort of overlay in the material makes a good closure of the pocket. There is a nice feel of compression and are very comfortable to run in.
Do you need to wear underwear while using tights or is it preference?
Always been a shorts over half tights guy, but have been going tights only recently. I’m reasonably lean but necessary for the chafing. Have a Nike trail pair that work really well, great coverage and storage, but a bit pricey…
I race in them as well. But for the 800 and 1500
Help me out here. No one seems to want to talk about their junk. Do you wear underwear under the tights? Do you lube everything? Is there any movement? The center seams always make me worried that it’s going to saw on my junk.
did you wear anything under those tights? I just bought a 2-in-1 from adidas without a liner and it has a seam in the middle, it get uncomfortable quite fast for me.
I’ve got the SaySky half tights and they are excellent, not the cheapest but worth it! Got to have the zip as I’ve lost keys before from a side pocket!
Are half tights better than 2 in 1 shorts?
My teen daughter took one look at me wearing half tights and she said eww gross, covered her eyes and forbid me to ever wear them again. She says they leave nothing to the imagination and was super mad
Close up of your cobblers on the first slow mo
I got some, put them on, put them in the draw and that’s where they’ve stayed! I’m not ready yet, happier in short shorts.
When I wear these pants, do I need to wear underwear?
Latecomer to the half tight game, but i finally get it ! First run in them today, apologies to any passerby who has to deal with my dadbod #sorrynotsorry
I’m a regular half tight wearer. Best on the market are Nike Trail half tights, and the best bargain is the 26.2 half tight sold direct from Ste Scullions site. Both have tons of storage and can carry 6 gels plus keys and a phone. I’m 9 stone 3 at 5 foot 6 and size small in both manufacturers.
Mate why when I wear these and brief lined running shorts does my little fella disappear 😂
Just treated myself to a pair of the Puma’s. At that price they’re well worth trying out.
Seamless half tights are the best
I bought some REI Swiftland short tights a month or so ago on sale and I LOVE them. Side pockets only, but they hold my iphone 12 plus in an otterbox case and I’ve had 4 gels in the other side. Bought them along with the Brooks source half tights and they are great, too. Very comparable. I think they were both about $45 a pair on sale. I just bought a pair of Bandit Superbeam 7 pocket half tights this week for my November marathon. They were $$$, but I hear they’re worth it. We’ll see.
Its the worst look bro. Like you bought tights a size too big.
Do you wear underwear under compression shorts?
Bought 2 pair of running tights of start fitness using your code so thank you!! Ive went with Ronhill i just hope they arent too small 🤞 went with my usual size as in shorts
Great review. I use ODLO which are £50 I believe. Side pockets but no back zip. Very comfy and great quality like all ODLO products I’ve tried.