"short tights" VS "compression shorts"

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2010-08-10 9:46 AM


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Subject: "short tights" VS "compression shorts"
Hi,

I've decided to try "tights" for running, because I started to suffer from chafing in "inner thighs"  (don't have a better name).

I saw that some are sold as "short tights" and some as "compression shorts".
Is there any difference between them, or the "compression" is just a marketing thing ?

Thanks for your help,
Si.


2010-08-10 9:56 AM
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Subject: RE: "short tights" VS "compression shorts"
Runner's spandex, tights and compression shorts are roughly the same thing. The only real difference is if they have "recovery" in the name.

Look for longer shorts, along the 8" inseam line to make sure your whole thigh is covered.
2010-08-12 9:40 AM
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Subject: RE: "short tights" VS "compression shorts"

10x a lot !
2010-08-12 10:37 AM
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Subject: RE: "short tights" VS "compression shorts"
user.bt - 2010-08-10 7:46 AM

Hi,

I've decided to try "tights" for running, because I started to suffer from chafing in "inner thighs"  (don't have a better name).

I saw that some are sold as "short tights" and some as "compression shorts".
Is there any difference between them, or the "compression" is just a marketing thing ?

Thanks for your help,
Si.


It's a spectrum. Shorts fit loosely (some very loose), tights may be tighter or just longer, and compression shorts or tights compress, often via spandex-type bands or panels.

"Short tights" I've never heard of. Tights are always full length in my experience.

Some compression shorts don't compress much, some compress quite a bit. Things labeled "stability" or "recovery" have stronger compression.

As for brands, I like my CW_X compression shorts and tights.

My suggestion is to try them on; any quality running store will have a selection.
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