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Women's trail tights
Types of Trail Tights
Women's trail tights are designed to provide muscle support, protection from the elements and optimum freedom of movement. They come in three main types: long tights, 3/4 tights and compression tights. Long tights cover the whole leg, offering extra protection against cold, weather and scratches. 3/4 tights stop at the calf, offering a good compromise between protection and ventilation, particularly appreciated in the shoulder seasons. Compression tights are designed to improve blood circulation and reduce muscle fatigue, ideal for long runs and intensive training.
Trail Tights Selection Criteria
To choose the right trail tights, several criteria need to be taken into account to ensure comfort and performance. The cut and size of the tights must offer maximum freedom of movement without being too tight. The materials used must be lightweight, breathable and able to effectively manage moisture to keep skin dry. Flat or heat-bonded seams are essential to avoid chafing and rubbing during long runs. Pockets, often zipped and strategically placed, allow you to carry small essentials like energy gels, keys or a phone. What's more, some tights feature reflective strips for improved visibility when racing in low-light conditions. Tights with a water-repellent or windproof treatment are particularly useful for races in the mountains or in bad weather.
Practice level and environment
The choice of trail tights also depends on your level of practice and the environments in which you run. For beginners, light, comfortable tights with a minimum of functionality are sufficient for first outings on varied terrain. Intermediate and expert trail runners will benefit from technical tights with high-performance materials, offering improved moisture management, compression properties and extra features like secure pockets and reflective stripes. For runs in mountainous or cold conditions, long tights with windproof and insulating properties are recommended for optimum protection. On the other hand, for warm-weather or lowland runs, 3/4 or lightweight tights are generally sufficient. Women's trail running tights must combine technical features, comfort and functionality to guarantee optimum performance and running pleasure, whatever the level of practice and terrain conditions.
