Tried underarmor as a base layer today

[enwar3]

So I tried underarmor ("coldgear"?) leggings out today along with alternatives from other sports brands (reebok, dolfin, etc.) and was sad to find that the underarmor was by far superior. Now I feel like a tool. Regardless, I'm still looking for a warm base layer to go under shorts for running or under pants on snow days and need to buy SOMETHING.

Any alternatives to underarmor you would recommend I try before I pull the trigger on these? They're expensive, too =(. There was a thread a while back on underamor alternatives but that was geared towards moisture-wicking warm weather wear whereas I'm looking for something to keep me warm.

 

[zoiks]

Get some silk undies.

 

[joesmoke]

a buddy of mine told me that smartwool (i love their socks) makes thermals that are supposed to be pretty nice.

 

[zerocool1]

Originally posted by: joesmoke
a buddy of mine told me that smartwool (i love their socks) makes thermals that are supposed to be pretty nice.

I've heard good things about smartwool.

I usually just go to Road Runner Sports /Dick Pond's to find whatever they have for cheap.

I've got a set from
Under Armor coldgear spent like 60
Asics spent like 30
Road Runner Sports (house brand) spent like 35

 

[theblackbox]

silk base, like patagonia.

 

[enwar3]

Originally posted by: joesmoke
a buddy of mine told me that smartwool (i love their socks) makes thermals that are supposed to be pretty nice.

The smartwool leggings are even MORE expensive than ua. I appreciate the suggestion though =)

 

[God Mode]

saran wrap it

 

[joesmoke]

Originally posted by: enwar3

Originally posted by: joesmoke
a buddy of mine told me that smartwool (i love their socks) makes thermals that are supposed to be pretty nice.

The smartwool leggings are even MORE expensive than ua. I appreciate the suggestion though =)

ya, i recently caught the under armor bug myself. super pricey, but im reminded of why i paid when i work out in it.

 

[Alone]

What's the cheapest e-tailer that sells UA?

 

[isekii]

nike dryfit.

Check out their outlet or online outlet.. prices are pretty good.

 

[glenn beck]

I know someone who is in the sports apparel industry, he says the knock off ones in Wal-Mart are made of the
exact same material, he says UA does not have a patent on the fabric they use

 

[Ticky]

Smartwool makes great stuff. You'll find a lot of back-packers that swear by their stuff, and no-one abuses gear more than them.

 

[fuzzybabybunny]

The ones at Walmart are branded Athletic Works and the only ones I've seen are for use during warm weather. I've never seen ones that are insulative.

I like Patagonia's Capilene. You can get a Patagonia Capilene 3 bottom for $35.

http://www.backcountry.com/sto...ene-3-Bottom-Mens.html

The Capilene 3 Zip Neck is very comfy and even stylish enough to be worn out on the town as an outside layer.

http://www.backcountry.com/sto...Zip-Neck-Top-Mens.html

 

[jlee]

Originally posted by: Alone
What's the cheapest e-tailer that sells UA?

I bought mine on clearance from LA Police Gear.

I love it.

 

[Capt Caveman]

REI branded long-underwear, tights, running tights, etc...

For cold weather, I'll wear a base layer of Pearl Izumi tights. Thin spandex tights if it's not too cold or fleece lined thicker tights.

Then I wear a pair of Sugoi running tights over them. Either a breathable technifine pair or if it's really cold a windproof pair.

 

[FeuerFrei]

The athletic wear will likely be pretty thin and breathable.
You'll probably have to look into pajama-type wear to get the warmer material. (see LL Bean)

I'm looking for the same thing myself. I exercise outside at night.
Tried on a pair of Nike DryFit leggings while shopping last weekend. Wearing tights was bizarre sensation ... you grow accustomed after a few minutes. They seemed really tight and might not be warm enough if worn outdoors under pants. Better than nothing, but I thought I could do better so I left them there. Store wanted $50 for them.

 

[sygyzy]

LOL. Underarmor, the official gear for douchebags everywhere.

 

[Alone]

Originally posted by: sygyzy
LOL. Underarmor, the official gear for douchebags everywhere.

Not necessarily.

 

[Capt Caveman]

Originally posted by: Alone

Originally posted by: sygyzy
LOL. Underarmor, the official gear for douchebags everywhere.

Not necessarily.

Underarmor is great stuff but expensive.

 

[jlee]

Originally posted by: sygyzy
LOL. Underarmor, the official gear for douchebags everywhere.

Work an accident scene in a NH winter, then tell me what'll work better. I'm all ears.

 

[RichardE]

Originally posted by: sygyzy
LOL. Underarmor, the official gear for douchebags everywhere.

Yeah, but they make decent stuff, just assholes ruined its name :|

 

[ric1287]

Originally posted by: JLee

Originally posted by: sygyzy
LOL. Underarmor, the official gear for douchebags everywhere.

Work an accident scene in a NH winter, then tell me what'll work better. I'm all ears.

if its popular it must be worthless. There's obviously a better product available that nobody knows about that cost's 50% less.

 

[Capt Caveman]

Originally posted by: ric1287

Originally posted by: JLee

Originally posted by: sygyzy
LOL. Underarmor, the official gear for douchebags everywhere.

Work an accident scene in a NH winter, then tell me what'll work better. I'm all ears.

if its popular it must be worthless. There's obviously a better product available that nobody knows about that cost's 50% less.

There is actually stuff that's just as good. However, those companies don't market the hell out of it like Underarmor.

 

[RichardE]

Originally posted by: Capt Caveman

Originally posted by: ric1287

Originally posted by: JLee

Originally posted by: sygyzy
LOL. Underarmor, the official gear for douchebags everywhere.

Work an accident scene in a NH winter, then tell me what'll work better. I'm all ears.

if its popular it must be worthless. There's obviously a better product available that nobody knows about that cost's 50% less.

There is actually stuff that's just as good. However, those companies don't market the hell out of it like Underarmor.

Like?

 

[Capt Caveman]

Originally posted by: RichardE

Originally posted by: Capt Caveman

Originally posted by: ric1287

Originally posted by: JLee

Originally posted by: sygyzy
LOL. Underarmor, the official gear for douchebags everywhere.

Work an accident scene in a NH winter, then tell me what'll work better. I'm all ears.

if its popular it must be worthless. There's obviously a better product available that nobody knows about that cost's 50% less.

There is actually stuff that's just as good. However, those companies don't market the hell out of it like Underarmor.

Like?

Pearl Izumi
Sugoi
REI
Patagonia
Hind
Asics
Helly Hansen
Nike
and I could add probably another 10-20 if you'd like.