Summer apparel – the heat is on
26/06/2024 10:34
Moisture-wicking, lightweight and breathable, we take a look at the latest gear for summer training and competition
Acid running – Runner's Fate T-Shirt – £65.00
The recycled polyester, cotton and elastane mix of this shirt makes for a soft feel against the skin with the perfect degree of stretch to provide a great fit.
Lightweight, moisture-wicking and odour-resistant, the shirt features the runner's fate script on the back for a stylish and functional garment.
Acid Running T-Shirt
Acid running – 2-in-1 Shorts – £95.00
Created with recycled polyester, these 2-in-1 shorts provide great support thanks to the integration of the stretch compression inner.
The lightweight shell allows for a full range of movement and feels almost non-existent, making these perfect for any training.
A zippered key pocket provides a secure storage option and there's a stretch, discreet phone pocket in the inner to maximise storage.
Acid Running 2 in 1 shorts
Montane – Dart Nano Zip T-Shirt – £60.00
Made with Apex Lite Eco, a 100% recycled polyester, this shirt features Polygiene, a permanent odour control treatment to ensure great, lightweight performance.
The breathability of the garment is great and a quarter zip allows for further temperature control.
As a base layer or stand-alone piece, this t-shirt is built for high performance in any conditions.
Montane Dart Nano T-Shirt
Montane – Unisex Minimus Nano Jacket – £125.00
Weighing in at just 100g (size medium) this jacket has to be one of the lightest on the market. Packing down into its own stuff sack, the jacket becomes so small it can fit in a pocket, making it perfect for emergency use or changeable weather.
With a built-in hood and half zip, the jacket is perfect for adding a waterproof layer of protection when required but being so light, you'll forget you are wearing it!
Montane Nano Jacket
Castore – Zone Breathable Performance Tank – £65.00
The race-back shape and laser-cut ventilation on this stylish vest top make it great in warmer conditions. The breathable, lightweight fabric has good moisture-wicking properties and with an anti-bacterial 'Otek' finish, it offers odour protection too.
The flattering silhouette features a scoop neckline and bonded hem making it a stylish and functional piece for the summer.
Castore Zone Tank
Castore – Apex Lightweight Two-In-One Shorts – £65.00
With a sweat-wicking, stretch inner short and super-lightweight fabric outer, these shorts help keep you cool and moving freely.
The inner short features a stretch pocket, which is perfect to keep items secure while training. The outer short uses a highly perforated fabric that provides great freedom of movement and a stylish look.
Castore Apex Shorts
Bamboo Clothing – Mallea High Neck Vest – £39.00
Making vest tops a little more interesting this summer, this top from Bamboo has beautiful strappy detail to the back and of course, uses the brand's bamboo sources fabric.
Being a natural material, bamboo offers built-in moisture-wicking and temperature-regulating properties. It also creates a super-soft feel against the skin making the fabric perfect for training gear that's incredibly comfortable.
Bamboo Mallea Vest
Bamboo – Enduro Bamboo Capri Leggings – £39.00
Supersoft, stretchy and of course, opaque, the leggings use bamboo and organic cotton to create a soft and comfortable fit.
The broad waistband and figure-sculpting fit are perfect for working out and provide a supportive fit that stays in place without digging in.
Bamboo Enduro Tight
SUDU – SRT SS01 Run Short Sleeve T – £45.00
Made with 100% recycled materials, these T-shirt excels when it comes to breathability.
The engineered mesh design is highly perforated to allow air to circulate and moisture to be wicked effectively from the body.
Sudu T-shirt
SUDU – SRP 01 Run Pant – £65.00
A perfect alternative to Lycra tights, these lightweight pants are flexible and comfortable with a close-fitting, but not too-tight style.
The main part of the pants provides a slightly looser fit, tapering towards the bottom of the leg to allow freedom of movement without getting in the way.
They are so light they can be worn in the summer, but also provide a great garment for warm-ups.
Sudu Run Pant
NEDAO – QiFlow Racing Singlet – One Cut – £41.00
At just 25g in weight, this is the lightest singlet we've ever tried and probably the best in terms of moisture wicking and remaining lightweight and drier throughout even the hardest workouts.
The construction of the vest moves the side seams into a single seam along the back, minimising friction and creating a better fit.
Strategically placed ventilation holes allow the garment to breathe freely creating one of the best-fitting and most functional garments around!
Nedao Singlet
NEDAO – SwiftBreeze Running T-Shirt – £41.00
Using the same lightweight fabric technology as the singlet (above), this T-shirt has a feather-light design weighing only 55 grams!
The delicately woven fibres are woven into a mesh structure that reduces surface irregularities and creates a super-smooth finish for a sensation of running bare-skinned.
The seamless construction reduces potential irritation and the fabric provides efficient moisture wicking for great performance in any conditions.
Nedao T-Shirt
NEDAO – TrioShorts PowerPouch – £66.00
Built for the trails or events that require you to carry essentials, these 2-in-1 shorts feature an inner tight and outer shell as well as stretch pockets for great load-carrying capacity.
The built-in waist pack offers 360-degree access with space for energy and hydration as well as a waterproof phone pouch.
There is additional storage built into the inner tights which holds items securely with zero bounce.
The fit and feel of the shorts are great and as you'd expect, they are lightweight and highly breathable.
Nedao Shorts
ARNE – Active Sports Bra – £20.00
A simple and stylish design makes this bra top a great piece to mix and match with your favourite items. Constructed with an internal bra and removable pads, it offers a good degree of natural stretch for a close yet comfortable fit.
ARNE Active Sports Bra
ARNE – Active Legging – £30.00
Available in a wide range of sizes and lengths, you'll have no problem finding a perfect fit with these great-looking and functional leggings.
A broad waistband and flatlock seams mean there are no problems with rubbing and even throughout the most strenuous training sessions they stay in place for a confident fit.
ARNE Active Legging
Stance – Run Light Quarter Sock – £15.99
Complete your summer look with the great socks from Stance. The run light quarter is a 'just above the ankle' fit and helps keep your feet cool and dry.
The brand's INFIKNIT lifetime guarantee means you're covered for rips and tears, so can run in confidence for many happy miles.
Stance socks
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