Gift ideas Under Armour on a mid-range budget

HeatGear, ColdGear, AllSeasonGear: a piece of clothing for any weather

Under Armour categorises its textiles based on temperature. The HeatGear line, the first from the brand, combines lightweight and breathable fabrics for warmth. In 1997, a year after the company was founded, the ColdGear line was launched, featuring a brushed fleece lining that keeps body heat while wicking away sweat; AllSeasonGear then covers intermediate temperatures. At Christmas, in the middle of winter, ColdGear thermal tops and leggings are the most useful for runners and footballers training outdoors in the evening when temperatures are close to zero.

Other brands

The mid-budget selection is available by brand:

• adidas.
• Asics.
• Puma.
• Reebok.
• Hummel.
• Macron.

The entire selection is gathered on the mid-budget gift ideas page.

Technical fleece sweatshirt or cotton sweatshirt

The sweatshirt Under Armour stands out from a regular sweatshirt due to its technical fleece, often a blend of cotton and brushed polyester inside: lighter for the same warmth, it wicks moisture better and dries faster after a workout. With a hood or round neck, zippered or not, it can be worn during warm-up, over a compression top, and then every day. The matching training pants, with tapered or slim fit, complete the outfit for the gym or the trip to the club. A zippered training jacket, lighter, takes over during the transitional seasons when the sweatshirt becomes too warm.

Compression, fitted or loose: understanding cuts

At Under Armour, the cut matters as much as the size. The compression cut fits the body like a second skin: it supports the muscles under a jersey or sweatshirt. The fitted cut, as termed by the brand, hugs the shape without being tight. The loose cut allows freedom of movement for the gym and daily wear. For a gift, the fitted or loose cut is more forgiving of approximate sizes; for leggings or a compression top, check the brand's size guide. Items prepared and shipped in 24 hours allow for some leeway before the big night.

Good deals

Good bargains can also be found in good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped in 24h are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a steady pattern: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the year-end holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by summer sales and back-to-school.

Frequently asked questions

Thermal leggings or pants for winter running?

Thermal leggings, close-fitting, keep warmth without chafing or catching the wind, making them a choice for runners. Training pants, looser-fitting, are better suited for warm-ups and sessions indoors.

How to choose the size of a Under Armour sweatshirt to gift?

Compare it with a sweatshirt the recipient already wears, measured flat from armpit to armpit, then refer to the brand's guide. For a sweatshirt worn over other layers, going up a size provides extra comfort.

How to dress for running in cold weather?

A close-fitting thermal top, a light jacket on top, and leggings are enough for temperatures close to zero. Add gloves and a hat underneath: extremities are the first to get cold.

At what temperature to wash a polyester training garment?

Wash it at thirty degrees, inside out, without fabric softener, which clogs the fibers and reduces moisture wicking. Avoid high-temperature tumble drying, which can pill the inner fleece.

Can a Under Armour thermal top be worn alone?

In dry, cool weather, the thermal top can be worn alone for a jog or an outdoor workout. In very cold or rainy conditions, it serves as a base layer under a windbreaker or sweatshirt.