base layer & compression clothing

mkviken

does compression clothing actually work?

can anyone recommend a good quality/value top and socks?


also anyone able to recommend a good base layer for cold/mild conditions as well as one for warm conditions?

thanks

Rod11

I honestly don't know if compression works, people will argue both sides. I was a bit sceptical but a while back I started using skins recovery leggings after rowing, and I definitely thought my legs felt better afterwards, especially as I had an hour 15 minute drive home from training. Also used them as flight socks essentially for long journeys etc and again definitely felt a difference. So whether there are any physical/measurable improvements, I'm not sure, but I don't really care as my legs feel better and that's good enough for me.

Oh also, really recommend Craft base layers, especially the cool mesh superlight

smoggysteve

Yes, helps improve blood flow around the body.

Grill

CEP do nice stuff.

mr_poll

No idea if compression works - however if you are after good value base layers keep an eye for an Aldi sale, I cannot fault their long sleeve base layers both the cycling ones and the snowboarding ones (although I cannot tell the difference tbh).

FatTed

Base layers for hot weather
http://www.jensonusa.com/!ieTc7uQoi-vNw ... -Baselayer
for cool weather
http://www.groundeffect.co.nz/product-d ... IS-MER.htm
for every day
http://shop.craftsports.us/cool-mesh-su ... 31655.html
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/craft-cool-mesh ... ase-layer/

mkviken

probikekit.com have craft stuff 50% off at the moment

i used to use craft undersuits under my leathers when i raced bikes and they were good.