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Comparing Running Shirts for Men

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Price $90 List
$45.00 at Backcountry
$70.00 at REI$66 List$70 List$52 List
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Pros Exceptional temperature regulation, highly breathable, quick-drying, natural odor controlBest-in-class comfort, packable, fast dryingSuper light, great in hot conditions, doesn't sag when wetExtremely breathable, great fit, reflective logosUltra lightweight, insanely breathable, super fast drying
Cons Sags when saturated, warm in extremely hot conditions, expensiveLess thermal regulation, lacks rear reflective, expensiveDoesn't retain heat in cold conditions, minimal reflective patchesHigh water absorption, slower dry time, less packableLess durable, minimal thermal regulation
Bottom Line Superior temperature regulation makes this the most versatile shirt we tested, perfect for trail runningWith a relaxed, athletic fit, this is the most comfortable shirt for all-day useOur favorite shirt for running in hot and humid conditions since this model's material sags less and doesn't absorb as much waterWith maximum breathability, this shirt is best for hot dry climates where evaporative cooling is neededIf you often find yourself in extremely hot conditions this is the shirt for you due to its insane breathability and fast drying time
Rating Categories Black Diamond Rhyth... Arc'teryx Cormac Crew Janji Helio Tech Ultimate Direction... HOKA Glide
Comfort (30%)
9.0
10.0
9.0
9.0
8.0
Breathability (30%)
9.0
8.0
8.0
10.0
10.0
Drying Speed (20%)
8.0
8.0
10.0
7.0
10.0
Features & Versatility (20%)
10.0
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5.0
Specs Black Diamond Rhyth... Arc'teryx Cormac Crew Janji Helio Tech Ultimate Direction... HOKA Glide
Weight (Size Medium) 3.3 oz 3.8 oz 2.9 oz 4.2 oz 2.6 oz
Material 57% Nylon, 43% Merino Wool 100% Polyester 100% Polyester 52% Polyester 44% Lyocell 4% Spandex 100% Recycled Polyester
Reflective Areas? Yes, 2 Yes, 1 Yes, 2 Yes, 4 Yes, 3
Seam Type Flatlock Merrow Flatlock Flatlock Flatlock
UPF? Not Stated 50+ 25 Not stated Not Stated
Odor Control? Yes, natural properties of wool Yes, DAO (Durable Anti Odor) Yes, HeiQ Fresh odor control treatment Polygiene antimicrobial odor control Yes, anti-bacterial grid texture