Best Running T-Shirts: Summer 2020

Best Running T‑Shirts: Summer 2020

Advice on Running Clothing,Seasonal Running & Racing: What to Wear,Spring & Summer Running Advice

What's the difference with a running T-shirt?

There’s no doubt – a good running short sleeve tee can change your life. It keeps you dry, fresh and chafe-free. Probably most of us have seen pictures of marathon runners with nipple bleeding marks on their T-shirt. Nope, we certainly don’t want that on our running tee! So, if you are active – you run, cycle, go to the gym etc. – you should consider a good technical short sleeve.

Check out the pick of our favourite short-sleeve running tees from the Spring-Summer 2020 collection: technical, lightweight and well designed!

Men’s T-shirts / Women’s T-shirts / Anti-Chafe T-Shirts / Hot Weather T-Shirts / Race T-Shirts / Budget T-Shirts / T-Shirt FAQs

Best Men's Running T-Shirts

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Men's Gore Running R3 Tee
Artichoke £35.00 £43.00

Incredibly soft fabric, paired with hard-wearing outer seams and a high neckline for use with your favourite backpack.

Men's Ronhill Momentum Tee
Grey/Burgundy £30.00

This high quality tee ensures you never get wet or cold from sweating, and it's breathable to prevent overheating.

Men's On Performance Tee
Yellow/Pebble £70.00

Extremely light and breathable, it feels like wearing nothing. All taped and seamless, simply reduced to the max.

Men's Adidas 25/7 Tee
Indigo £28.00 £35.00

Soft and breathable, made with yarn spun from plastic reclaimed from beaches and coastal communities.

Men's Odlo Seamless Element Tee
Grey £30.00

Crafted with an athletic fit, so it doesn’t restrict you. The cool graphic detailing will help you stand out from the crowd.

Best Women's Running T-Shirts

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Women's Ronhill Momentum Tencel Tee
Blue £32.00

Combining Tencel, a natural fibre, with other technical yarns to hit the sweet spot between feel and performance.

Women's Gore Running R3 Tee
Navy/Blue £35.00 £43.00

A light and airy tee with a clean look, that's perfect for every outdoor adventure.

Women's On Active Breathe Tee
Olive £60.00

Technical fabrics and feminine styling accelerate ventilation, keeping you cool even as you push your limits.

Women's Odlo Ethel Tee
Coral £40.00

Intelligent blend of soft-to-touch, stretchable fabrics that sits comfortably on your skin, so you’ll stay light and fresh.

Women's Montane Blade Tee
Grey £30.00

The POLYGIENE®treated Apex PK fabric of this tee effectively wicks moisture and dries quickly.

Women's Adidas 25/7 Tee
Indigo £28.00 £35.00

Soft and breathable fabric made from plastic reclaimed from coastal communities before it reaches the ocean.

Best Running T-Shirts to Prevent Chafing

If chafing is your main problem during your run, check out our selection of chafe-free short-sleeved tees! Seamless design and soft, technical fabric protect your skin from any irritation. Get ready for the smoothest and softest run of your life!

Men's Salomon XA Camo Tee
Camo £38.00 £45.00

Soft, quick-drying fabric effectively expels sweat and rain water, for faster drying and minimum chafing.

Men's Odlo Blackcomb Pro Tee
Blue £35.00 £45.00

Body-mapped ventilation keeps you fresh. ZeroScent properties eliminate odour.

Men's Ronhill Infinity Marathon Tee
White/Grey £40.00

Super soft yarn, “knitted in a tube” to create seamless fabric. Zero chafing – result!

Women's Icebreaker Sphere Tee
Ocean £50.00 £60.00

Lightweight, natural, performance from merino wool and Tencel® (a wood fibre).

Women's Odlo Blackcomb Pro Tee
Grey/Purple £35.00 £45.00

Body-mapped ventilation targets typical hot-spots and keeps them extra cool.

Women's Ronhill Infinity Marathon Tee
Blue £40.00

Unique “knitted in a tube” circular construction. No excess seams, hence superior comfort.

Best Running T-Shirts for Hot Weather

Looking for the lightest and most breathable running tee for a warmer day? Check our our newest selection, and feel like you're wearing nothing! Designed to cool your skin, or with high UV protection.

Men's Odlo Zeroweight Ceramicool Tee
Blue £40.00

CERAMICOOL Dots technology fuses heat dissipating ceramics into the fabric, helping to cool the skin by up to 1°C.

Men's Helly Hansen Active Solen Tee
Ocean £24.00 £30.00

This tee is designed to keep you feeling dry on those hot summer days. Stay protected against the sun with the UPF 50+.

Men's Ronhill Infinity Air Dry Tee
Navy £38.00

This new jacquard fabric combines excellent wicking with superb evaporation or drying rates and is highly breathable.

Women's On Performance Tee
Green/Black £70.00

Extremely light and breathable, feels like wearing nothing. All taped and seamless, simply reduced to the max.

Women's Helly Hansen Active Solen Tee
Blue £24.00 £30.00

Feel dry and comfortable even in the heat. UPF 50+ sun protection.

Women's Ronhill Stride Tee
Purple £30.00

This tee is made with fabric which is light, breathable and has a subtle mono-colour rib effect.

Best Running Race T-Shirts

It doesn’t matter if you’re a competitive runner or you’re joining races for good fun – you still want to feel light and fast in your running gear. Check out our selection of super light, breathable and motivational (yes!) tees to keep you right on track with your training and racing.

Men's Saysky Track and Street Tee
Black £30.00 £40.00

Perfect for a warm summer day, where you have to run fast and stay focused.

Men's Salomon XA Tee
Blue £28.00 £35.00

Built from a lightweight polyester with micro-holes that create a modern stripe design, it breathes well and dries fast.

Men's Ronhill Stride Revive Tee
Navy/Red £25.00 £32.00

Super-soft, whisper-light, breathable, moisture-wicking and made from recycled yarn.

Women's Saysky Stay Brave Tee
Black £33.00 £40.00

The SAYSKYDRY performance material is lightweight and soft on your skin.

Women's Ronhill Stride Revive Tee
Blue/Coral £25.00 £32.00

This carefully conceived fabric will help you to push yourself further and faster.

Best Budget Running T-Shirts

Don’t want to spend a lot on your running gear? We’ve got you covered! Basic, but still technical, lightweight and breathable options for every runner.

Men's Nike Dry Miler Tee
Grey £25.00

Keeps you comfortable with sweat-wicking, breathable fabric. The back mesh panel provides targeted ventilation.

Men's Ronhill Everyday Tee
Burgundy £18.00 £22.00

High performance Vapourlite fabric: lightweight, breathable and effectively wicks sweat away from the body.

Men's Salomon Agile Training Tee
Black £23.00

This tee focuses on comfort and breathability – even in those tough uphill climbs – with soft, quick-drying fabric.

Women's Ronhill Everyday Tee
Purple £18.00 £22.00

This tee is made from high performance technical fabric, effectively wicking moisture from the skin, plus it feels great.

Women's Salomon Comet Tee
Blue £28.00

A lightweight polyester mix that dries quickly to keep you comfortable, and Polygiene™ technology to limit odours.

Women's Mizuno Impulse Core Tee
Grey £22.00

Stay dry and comfortable in this high performance technical running tee, even during the hot summer months.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can't I just run in a normal cotton T-shirt?
A: Cotton material isn’t advised for any high-intensity activity because of its lack of moisture management and low breathability. Sweat is captured in it, which causes bacterial growth, a bad smell and rubbing against your skin.

Q: What is a technical fabric?
A: Material made from (usually synthetic) fibres, which are moisture-wicking, breathable and stretchy. Every year, more and more companies are starting to use recycled polyester for running gear production, which makes it a sustainable and eco-friendly choice. It's not only the content of the fabric, but the construction of the fabric that gives it technical properties.

Q: What is the best running shirt material?
A: Polyester or nylon are great for any high-intensity exercises. Some companies blend them with natural material like tencel, merino wool or linen for comfort and a cooling effect.

Q: How to care for running T-shirts?
A: We recommend washing all your technical clothes in 30 degrees, ideally with detergent designed for sportswear. Do not use any softener and remember to line dry your clothes.

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