Comments on: Men in Tights: Tips

By: ellen1

ellen1 — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:27:08 +0000

From a woman’s point of view tights do look good b/c 1. the man is confident 2. athletes have nice bodies, I think masculine men look masculine in most clothes, esecially functional clothes for exercise. There is nothing wrong with a man in running tights, if they have the sculptured legs and bum they can look the best. [Male Ballet dancers look fantastic]
My b/f is athletic and wears tights for runs with a thong underneath to contain all his “male-ness”. He’s VERY well endowed and shows quite a nice bulge…not offensive in my opinion. His bum looks great too…nice and tight! I’m not offended or embarassed…I’m proud!!!

By: Frank

Frank — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:52:38 +0000

I like wearing tights, no shorts. They are comfortable and the compression makes me feel better for a much longer run. I am fit, as most serious runners are, so I suppose I am not hurting anyone’s eyes. But, if they are prudish about it, they needn’t look.

By: O SULEYMAN

O SULEYMAN — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 04:02:23 +0000

I dont see why there is any concideration other than what is most comfortable for the activity in question. In moderate to cold weather I prefer tights (cw-x) when running. wearing shorts over tights doesnt make sense performance-wise. I admit to having been a little self concious originally but grew up to the fact that it is not a fashion issue. If you are running, what observer has time to consider the finer details of what may be discernable? I would’ntt hang around town in my running gear but cannot be worried about being ‘revealing’ durning a serious run.

By: PM Runner

PM Runner — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 18:16:19 +0000

I run competitively and always wear tights because they are comfortable and keep my leg muscles warm in cool or rainy weather. I don’t like loose clothing flapping around. Just like when I do cycling, I like the streamlined, non-bulky feeling of tights and a fitted running shirt. Maybe it’s also just mental, but I feel more athletic when I’m wearing proper running tights and I think I perform better. And my wife says I look good in them. She sometimes comments that when wearing tights I look “well endowed” so I wear an athletic thong jock under the tights to keep my package supported and so I don’t show too much detail up front.

By: TNJ Underwear

TNJ Underwear — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 06:15:35 +0000

Ok, I wouldn’t wear tights out in public as a fashion statement but I’d cycle with tights. That’s as far as I would go with tights. Don’t get me wrong it was hot back in the days but not in today’s fashion.

By: Richie

Richie — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 17:20:06 +0000

I’m an avid orienteer (not that good at it though!) and full leg coverage is a must, hence my choice in wearing tights.

However, I have to disagree with the “Dark colors only”. The problem is I still haven’t found ANYWHERE in the UK that sells more ‘interesting’ colours. I have had to import my selection of running tights from the US (http://www.runningfunky.com/st.....uct=sample), which occasionally occurs import tax!!!!

If anyone knows of a similar site in th UK…….please tell

By: Bill

Bill — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 03:53:00 +0000

I have been wearing Lycra tights over my padded cycling shorts when riding and I find the compression helps keep my legs from cramping and I no longer experience soreness the next day. It may look goofy, but like Koz said, this isn’t a fashion show.

With cycling, Lycra is essential and not really an option. Many of us start out wearing loose shorts over the Lycra only to give up on them after a few rides. You quickly realize that they do nothing but get in the way. I have had some rude comments spewed out toward me and it doesn’t help that I am a big guy (trying my darnedest to lose weight), but I make sure that the shirt or jacket I’m wearing is long enough to cover down to my mid/upper thigh. So nothing is showing. I have learned to ignore those rude comments and just keep pushing along.

I’m not sure what everyone is spending on tights, but I have found them to be very expensive. I have been lucky to find some Lycra tights and shorts in resale/thrift shops for $3.00 or less. The style may be a bit older and most of them are the shiny Lycra, but at that price, why complain? I just wash them a few times before I wear them and they are fine.

It’s sad that so many people are critical of what anyone wears. Tights are comfortable and very functional, so wear them and don’t give darn what the ignorant, snooty fashion cops think.

By: Jason

Jason — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 18:49:54 +0000

Indeed, shorts over tights, that just defeats the purpose doesn’t it? I wear short tights in summer and calf length tights in winter. No flappin’ creepin’ fabric around my legs! I do wear underwear though, for just hat little bit of added support and as someone said: it makes your package look more presentable.

Then again, I’m Dutch…

By: Jim

Jim — Sun, 03 May 2009 01:29:04 +0000

I wear tights. No shorts over them. What’s the point of that? Isn’t the point of tights to not have flapping fabric. I like the flexibility, muscle support. As for the modesty issue. Well, when you are running in blakc tights and have a shirt that comes down a bit, its pretty hard to get a realy close view of the package. Whats more, we all have them, so get over it. Finally, if you are a runner, chances are your body is fit. Be proud of it.

By: Koz

Koz — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 22:30:51 +0000

i prefer tights over shorts anyday. Even in the summer on the hottest of days, you can purchase tights that keep you cool, moisture wicking. The compression and freedom of tights makes them more comfortable over flappy shorts. As for the color / underwear discussion …. choose the color you want, and underwear is NOT needed if you have a good pair. I have never had any discomfort from not wearing undies, and as mentioned, tights offer enough support. If you dont like the look of tights on guys, dont wear them, or dont look. Athletic performance wear is just that …. its not a fashion show people.