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9:58 pm
July 30, 2010
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Hazel Charlton
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I was tempted to buy a Nike top today which was branded as a running one, but hesitated as I wonder if they really are worth the investment?
Does the 'wicking' fabric really help?
Peggy (did Race for Life as an incentive to start running again after many years!)
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10:00 am
July 31, 2010
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Carol Fairburn
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Hi Hazel
Agree that these tops can be expensive – always worth shopping around. Wicking material takes the moisture/sweat away from your body which leaves you feel drier while you're running – nothing worse than having a damp top stuck to your body, very uncomfortable. So yes, I'd say worth the investment.
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10:47 pm
August 1, 2010
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Hazel Charlton
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Thanks Carol, I might just treat myself then! I'll let you know how I get on…
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12:50 pm
August 2, 2010
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Joanne Tranter (R4W admin)
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Hi Hazel, Agree with Carol they are worth the investment, take a look at our product review page and see what other ladies have thought.
http://www.running4women.com/c…..t-reviews/
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11:07 pm
January 2, 2011
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Sarah Lawrence
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Hi ladies, I'm a bit behind here, but just having a look through the boards as I'm recently back and thought I'd share my thoughts.
I have the following tops:
Craft
Under Armour
Nike
Ron Hill
I have to say that they've all been good apart from the Nike tops. The Nike anti wicking one I found didn't work at all after 20 mins on the treadmill in a highly air conditioned gym and the other Nike running vests/tops I've had have actually caused quite nasty chaffing (resulting in sunburn-type skin under the arm for example).
I did the marathon in Under Armour and cannot speak highly enough about that one. It's just a shame now that I got my name printed on my UA top so I can't really wear it in the gym / street running, I need to buy another one exactly the same and save the one with 'Sarah' printed on it for race days only! 
My Ron Hill is a long sleeve, pink reflective one which is brilliant for the winter and my Craft one is a very similar version in black – both anti-wicking. I've found both of these great as well.
I guess it's about finding what suits you best, but hope the above helps!
S x
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11:06 am
January 3, 2011
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Carol Fairburn
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Hi Sarah
Was interested to read your comments about Under Armour have seen some adverts for them lately. As you say, I think different makes of running gear suit different people, just depends what you find comfy I guess.
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11:06 pm
January 5, 2011
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Sarah Lawrence
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I am a big fan of Under Armour. Particularly because they make specific kit for cold and warm weather. I went on to buy my t-shirt that I mentioned and clearly I will have to wait until the Spring as the kit is largely cold gear at the moment. They have a gorgeous white polo, long sleeved running top for sub-zero temperatures which is about £40, but I really needed it prior to Christmas on my outdoor runs. Hopefully it won't be as cold as that again this winter, but again depends on where you are!
Also, I meant to say when I mentioned 'anti wicking' I actually mean 'wicking'.
S x
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