2XU Men’s Compression Tights Review

Our Score: 5 out of 5 
Price: £75 

Review by Steve Wallis

PROS

1. Great look
2. Compression feels very good
3. Flattering fit (if you’re slender)

CONS

1. No pockets
2. Not easy to wash
3. Very tight fit

DETAILS & FEATURES

• Uses PWX Flex to deliver optimal flexibility and movement.
• High power denier to support hamstrings, quads, abductors, gluts and calves.
• Reduced muscle fatigue and damage.
• Graduated fit promotes increased circulation for faster recovery.
• Flatlock seam construction.
• UPF50+ sun protection.
• Antibacterial and moisture wicking.
• Powerful and breathable compression garments featuring the added benefit of graduated engineering for extra support, comfort and more efficient delivery of oxygenated blood to fatigued muscles.

User Review by Steve Wallis

The first thing to say about these is that they look great … on other people. They’re very tight-fitting which means they flatter most slim people but can have a sausage-skin effect on bigger people! 

They’re said to improve circulation, reduce fatigue and muscle damage and improve recovery. These claims are hard to quantify.

But whether it’s psychological or not, I do like the feeling of compression clothing. I’ve had a pair of 2XU before and was delighted to find that these are still offering that same level of recovery after a long run. I also wear them for running but always put shorts over them for vanity. I’ve heard some runners say you should sleep in your compression gear – but I think that’s taking it too far! 

Washing these is a bit of a problem and after a period of time the silver detail does come off. They can also be a bit of a pain to get on and off and the lack of pockets is frustrating. But overall I’m a big fan of compression clothing and particularly 2XU.

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