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Outdoor T-shirts at eXXpozed
A garment for everyday life and sports?
For outdoor excursions, climbing, traveling or ski touring - we always carry a T-shirt with us and it is a real all-rounder. In our free time, we often fall back on a cotton shirt and always cut a good figure with it. It is super easy to combine with jeans and a casual sweatshirt jacket. Bright colors and unusual lettering ensure that the everyday jungle is not too dreary. As soon as you engage in more sporty activities, a T-shirt with breathable characteristics should be considered. On warmer days, it can be worn solo directly on the skin, and during cold weather, the T-shirt acts as the basis for the well-known onion principle. You can quickly see that this garment is a real all-rounder, which should definitely find a place in the closet. It simply belongs to the basic equipment of an outdoor wardrobe!
What are the advantages of outdoor shirts?
For more intensive sports, you simply have to be able to rely on your clothing or outdoor shirt. Balanced moisture management is the be-all and end-all here. Therefore, T-shirts for outdoor use score with the following properties:
- rapid absorption and release of sweat
- good temperature regulation
- high breathability
- fast drying
- pleasant wearing sensation
Of course, the T-shirts differ in their material composition and design, which in detail can additionally strengthen the desired training effect.
How should an outdoor shirt fit?
To be able to ensure optimal support during sports activities, attention should be paid to a close fit when buying an outdoor shirt. The shirt should feel like a second skin on the body. The shirt should fit close to the body, but should not cut in or chafe in certain areas, such as under the armpits. Also worth considering are seamless shirts to enjoy complete freedom of movement and comfort during more ambitious activities. If the fit is too loose, the shirt can only absorb sweat to a limited extent and cannot optimally insulate body heat. An extended back is also an advantage, as this prevents the shirt from slipping out of the pants when bending over. Especially during sports, this is an indispensable feature, as the clothes should stay in place despite movement.
What are functional shirts?
A functional shirt consists of microfiber fabrics, which clearly stand out from conventional shirts made of cotton due to their technical properties and high wearing comfort. Functional shirts are especially suitable for physical exertion and sweaty sports units. In contrast, many people resort to shirts made of cotton fibers in everyday life. Its easy-care and pleasant nature made the cotton shirt quite popular. However, if it becomes more athletic, these shirts are not able to wick away the sweat, start to stick and cool the body on top of it. The freedom of movement is extremely restricted, which is unpleasant for the wearer and as a consequence should be avoided at all costs. That's why athletes trust high-performance functional fabrics when it comes to pushing their limits.
Which material is suitable for which sport?
T-shirts are made of a wide variety of materials, with some fabrics more suitable for sports than others. We will explain to you below which material texture comes into question for which sporting activity:
- Cotton (minimal physical exertion): urban outdoor, travel, light yoga.
- Merino (ambitious sports over a longer period of time, endurance sports): ski touring, climbing & bouldering, expedition, camping
- Polyester (extended sports activities): running, cycling, mountaineering, nordic walking, golf, alpine skiing
Depending on the manufacturer's technology, shirts can also be intended for specific sports use and provide targeted support for certain movement sequences.
Short or long?
Basically, you can choose between sleeveless, short-sleeved and long-sleeved shirts. In warm temperatures and indoor sports you are best served with a short or sleeveless shirt. During colder temperatures, you should rather reach for long-sleeved shirts, which keep you warm around the clock. It should be mentioned that long-sleeved shirts are more versatile in terms of usability. With a good cooling effect, they are also suitable for use in summer. For additional protection, we advise you to opt for a shirt with a high sun protection factor. Further, make sure that the sleeves are cut so that they can be pushed up if necessary.
What are the variants and cuts?
Whether round neck, V-neck, half-zip, collar or button placket - there are them all. Whether as a cotton shirt, functional shirt, polo shirt or shirt. The combination possibilities are endless. The right shirt can be found for every occasion. After all, a shirt with functional properties can be worn for a leisurely Sunday hike as well as for a relaxed stroll through the city. The versatility is enormous. Find out for yourself which cuts and materials appeal to you the most.
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