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Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 335 Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s) Quoted: 30 Post(s) Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts heatgear vs coldgear So under armour is becoming my favorite stuff to layer and right now I have a heatgear long sleeve compression that I love at 50-60 alone and as base layer for cold stuff. Anyone know the difference between heat and cold gear brands? I'm tempted to get a coldgear - but damn this stuff ain't cheap. Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Canada Posts: 1,435 Bikes: 2009 Trek 520 Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s) Quoted: 128 Post(s) Likes: 0 I have one piece of UA cold gear and its like a sponge that traps an incredible amount of perspiration against the body. Once saturated it is difficult to get out of. Maybe it works better if it is the only thing you are wearing. For a base layer I really like the UA Base products that come in 4 thicknesses. I've used the 2.0 and got a 4.0 last year but it didn't get cold enough to try during our non-winter. Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2016 Posts: 831 Bikes: Enough plus 1 Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s) Quoted: 364 Post(s) Likes: 0 I love the UA cold gear for winter cycling. Heat gear stuff ... meh, it's ok for general workout wear, I've bought a little bit of it over the past couple of years, but I don't see it being all that special. Most brands have some kind of equivalent - I actually like the Champion Vapor series athletic shirts and they are about 1/3rd of the price of the UA. Don't Believe the Hype
Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: chicagoland area Posts: 2,668 Bikes: 1999 Steelman SR525, 2002 Lightspeed Ultimate, 1988 Trek 830, 2008 Scott Addict Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s) Quoted: 21 Post(s) Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts I use base layers used for ice hockey. Nothing but nothing is colder than skating and playing hockey in wet gear. ANT3 Freeze base layer is awesome stuff. UA stopped innovating a long time ago. Now it's mostly style over substance for that company. Senior Member on Sr bikes
Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 1,915 Bikes: Several...from old junk to new all-carbon. Mentioned: 11 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s) Quoted: 838 Post(s) Quote: Originally Posted by RiPHRaPH UA stopped innovating a long time ago. Now it's mostly style over substance for that company. Interesting that you mention that. IMO, I think lots of active/sportswear companies end up going that route. Obviously it's money driven, and by the fact that NON-active people like to "look the part" and dress like those of us who are active. Consequently I don't always look first to the usual name brands for this type of gear. Over the years I've found some of the best clothing for certain activities is clothing that isn't necessarily meant for that activity. And in those cases it's usually considerably less expensive. Dan Hack
Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,108 Bikes: TrueNorth CX bike, 88 Bianchi Strada (currently Sturmey'd), 90's Giant Innova (now with drop bars), FMF Race BMX, Redline Proline Pro24 Cruiser Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s) Quoted: 295 Post(s) I have one coldgear shirt - I've had it for a long time, and it's one of my go-to layers for cold weather running - I've worn it a couple times cycling, I'm really just starting to get into cycling in the cold. It's a good baselayer for really cold, for running I won't pull that out until we get below freezing, and then it's usually with just a T-shirt. I have found when cycling it doesn't seem to keep me as warm, likely the wind effect as that's after I start to warm up and sweat. The big thing about the under armour brand is that it just isn't worth the premium. I tried it out, liked it, but still have never bought any more. At that kind of price point there is better stuff, and you can get as good for less. Hack
Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,108 Bikes: TrueNorth CX bike, 88 Bianchi Strada (currently Sturmey'd), 90's Giant Innova (now with drop bars), FMF Race BMX, Redline Proline Pro24 Cruiser Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s) Quoted: 295 Post(s) Oh, and to answer the OP's question - Heatgear is for wearing in the heat. It's supposed to keep you cool. Coldgear is for wearing in the cold. Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2016 Posts: 687 Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s) Quoted: 174 Post(s) Likes: 0 use a UA Coldgear long-sleeve shirt as a primary base layer. best thing I've purachased for winter riding. really like the form-fit and excellent wicking properties. only problem is that it's almost too warm...temps need to be ~45F or lower or I overheat. above that temp, I can get by with jersey, arm warmers, and wind breaker. with the UA top, fleece bibs, full-finger gloves, good down to low 30s. Hack
Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,108 Bikes: TrueNorth CX bike, 88 Bianchi Strada (currently Sturmey'd), 90's Giant Innova (now with drop bars), FMF Race BMX, Redline Proline Pro24 Cruiser Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s) Quoted: 295 Post(s) Quote: Originally Posted by FullGas use a UA Coldgear long-sleeve shirt as a primary base layer. best thing I've purachased for winter riding. really like the form-fit and excellent wicking properties. only problem is that it's almost too warm...temps need to be ~45F or lower or I overheat. above that temp, I can get by with jersey, arm warmers, and wind breaker. with the UA top, fleece bibs, full-finger gloves, good down to low 30s. Wow. I wouldn't consider wearing coldgear above 0C / 32F unless it's raining. Usually save it for when it's a lot colder than that. Yesterday's commute was -3C (26F), and the ColdGear, some knit glove liners, and a nylon jacket as windbreaker, and a little too much sweat once I warmed up. Probably should have used a lighter base layer and a heavier windbreaker - really, most of the wind gets through that one. Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2016 Posts: 687 Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s) Quoted: 174 Post(s) Likes: 0 Quote: Originally Posted by Viich Wow. I wouldn't consider wearing coldgear above 0C / 32F unless it's raining. Usually save it for when it's a lot colder than that. Yesterday's commute was -3C (26F), and the ColdGear, some knit glove liners, and a nylon jacket as windbreaker, and a little too much sweat once I warmed up. Probably should have used a lighter base layer and a heavier windbreaker - really, most of the wind gets through that one. well, at 6' and 150 lbs, so not exactly packing a lot of body fat...and I really dislike being cold. but, at the moment, that's not an issue...it's still in the low 90s here this wkend. Hack
Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,108 Bikes: TrueNorth CX bike, 88 Bianchi Strada (currently Sturmey'd), 90's Giant Innova (now with drop bars), FMF Race BMX, Redline Proline Pro24 Cruiser Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s) Quoted: 295 Post(s) Quote: Originally Posted by FullGas well, at 6' and 150 lbs, so not exactly packing a lot of body fat...and I really dislike being cold. but, at the moment, that's not an issue...it's still in the low 90s here this wkend. I'm pretty close to the same size as you (6' �", 165), and envious on temperature. Thread Thread Starter Forum Last Post shady oaks General Cycling Discussion 12 09-24-13 11:12 AM Colorado Kid Commuting 20 08-19-13 05:36 PM jasandalb Road Cycling 8 10-27-10 01:19 PM kikoraa Mountain Biking 2 10-18-10 08:14 AM joshuac Texas 8 12-10-09 11:11 PM You may not post new threads You may not post replies You may not post attachments You may not edit your posts HTML code is Off Can you wear HeatGear in winter?ColdGear is designed to keep you warm in colder weather, while HeatGear is meant to keep you cool in the heat. So, can you wear HeatGear in the winter? The answer is yes! HeatGear is actually a great choice for winter weather, because it wicks away sweat and helps regulate your body temperature.
Does HeatGear keep you cold?Ideal for wear in hot conditions (recommended for 75°F and up), Heat Gear is a great choice for athletes looking to stay fit in the summer weather. The moisture-wicking material keeps athletes cool and dry, whether you're on a sweltering outdoor run or grinding away in the gym.
What is under Armour HeatGear used for?HeatGear® Armour is our original performance baselayer—the one you put on first and take off last. So we made it extra comfortable by wicking sweat and stretching so you can move no matter what.
What is the difference between ISO chill and heat gear?Iso-Chill – It creates a cooling effect. HeatGear® – Wicks away moisture and sweat to keep you dry and light all day. HeatGear® Armour – Combines comfort and softness for a lightweight construction.
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