100% cotton ends up sopping wet. 100% synthetic Under Armour Tech shirt is too hot. Is this shirt a good compromise?
92060
It sure is a good compromise for me. I agree about 100% cotton, and don't own the UA Tech shirt, but didn't like the feel of it in the store. I love the UA charged cotton, and have bought two more recently.
92061
This shirt is amazing. My 15 year old son wears an adult small, he is 5'4 110 pounds. He wears it to school, camp and roller hockey and never complains. It does not ever look wet to me.
92062
since I discovered Under Armour shirts that is all I now wear to the gym. Under Armour it's better than just a good compromise
92063
I have the same opinions as you regarding 100% cotton and 100% synthetic....I have found the UA "charged cotton" shirt pretty much answer both complaints! If I am anticipating at full out cardio "sweat" workout I prefer the UA "vented" hot gear shirts...they really work well. Otherwise...I am just sold on the "charged cotton" shirts. Great, comfortable top for lifting or stretching workouts. Plus I have found that they are my go to shirt for just bumming around town or going for hikes/walks. They are replacing my other cotton-Ts! Hope this helps.
92064
My husband is hot natured and he loves this t-shirt under his work uniform.
516021
Hi Deanna, My husband works in the oilfield. He is requires FR with "x" amount of bright and reflective fabric. After washing this item a few times it became not as bright. He still uses them under a vest when they get worn. Also the sizes we found run a bit bigger than normal. I hope this helps. It really is a great FR shirt for the price.Tami
435366
No. You should purchase an "Under Armour Men's UA ColdGear® Evo Compression Hybrid Mock". I am not kidding. I am 5'11" and have 170 lb. I've got a size M. It has very good compression and mesh panels under the armpits. The Heat in summer has bothered me at no time. It is the shirt for you, I promise. Tristran.
1189816
I haven't worn mine in the summer, but I think it would definitely be too hot. It's not like a regular underarmour shirt, it has a little extra insulation to keep you warm. If you're looking for a longsleeved workout shirt, I think Underarmour makes HeatGear that is specifically designed to be worn in warm weather.
333108
It probably is true because it allows the air to flow thru the shirt. I've used it for basketball games and its much cooler than a cotton shirt
582342
Form fitting is definately better. I have not found the shirt to be hot but if you are concerned about it, you should order a white shirt that reflects the sun.
1062528
I did many time on 50/50 and 100% cotton at 310F. On the 100% cotton, I had no any problems and the quality was good. But on 50/50, the color of T-shirts (especially red T-shirts) had been changed some times (not every times). Thus, I did not try any other colors on 50/50.
1231027
I don't believe these rash guard style shirts are designed to keep you warm like a thick wetsuit would, I bought mine to keep from getting sun burned while snorkeling. They are thin and dry very quickly.
2151485
It does get quite hot, an I often iron with the steam off and only turn it on when needed (I also a spray fabric finish to avoid using steam). As an indicator of the high temperature the iron reaches, I note that I recently made the mistake of ironing up close to the buttons and the thin sole plate was able to melt and sever the synthetic threads holding the buttons, so I suspect the synthetic fusibles would easily melt as required.
64106
Well, I'm not an advanced swimmer, so I'm not entirely sure, but the shirt is lightweight and the material is good - like a compression shirt, but not thick. I think you could swim laps in it, as surfers wear these when wading out into the ocean. It makes for a good athletic shirt, as well, as I even wore this in the class before my swim class to run a mile for a test. I didn't overheat, and it felt cool and my arms could move freely as I ran.
858521
Hmm, I know it has kept me plenty dry, warm, and not sweaty and I have given it plenty of action, including violent swims. The neck gasket does leak a tiny bit, which happened a couple of weeks ago at Kilchis River on the SHORE when I got wave after wave of heavy rain dumped on me for a good half hour. Get one of those LL Bean fleece fishing jumpsuits for $50-60 to wear under it, and a sweatshirt to wear between it and the drysuit if it's cold outside, and you will be fine.
262711
I dont think so. It is definitely breathable. Feel like cotton but it totally blocks the leakage.
74579
I'm 6' 3", 208 lbs., average build (no huge chest and no belly) and a LARGE fits me perfectly. According to the UA website, this is a "loose" fit t-shirt and is very comfortable and ideal for staying dry and cool while playing sports, running, or just wearing around the house. UA's size chart says guys around our size should be wearing a large (http://www.underarmour.com/shop/us/en/size-charts) unless of course you have a larger chest or waist area than the chart suggests, then you might need an XL. Good luck!
102067
This shirt is light weight, it will definitely keep you warm and dry. I work outside in all weather conditions at a golf course and this is my third shirt of this type.
279236
No this shirt is not sufficient in 60 F (16 C) water. It does not have any real insulation and will NOT keep you warm. The shirt does block some windchill but personally I would only use it down to 20 C water temp.
1120965
The fabric is quite thin and can certainly be used in place of an undershirt. It would not be noticeable at all. My husband wore it before our hot weather hit, so I really don't know the answer to whether or not it retains heat. However, given the unqualified recommendation of athletes, I doubt it -- but I don't know.
337956
It's a little hot... but it works fine. I wear XL and this one fits too big. Hope this helps.