Even when the roads are iced over, the trails are covered in snow, and the wind is ripping, runners still ask themselves the question, “Can I get away with shorts today?” But there’s no need to sprint through your first mile in survival mode and finish your run with wind-burned thighs and a frozen grimace. The free-flowing, breathable materials, subtle muscle support, and well-tailored construction of men’s running pants and tights today make moving so comfortable they might convince you to wear them even on mild days.
At a Glance
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Best All-Around
On Running Performance Winter Tights
$130 at Huckberry $130 at On Running
Sizes: S-XXL
Pros and Cons
⊕ Unmatched fabric comfort
⊕ Snug, supportive fit
⊗ High compression feel is not for everyone
Unlike other tights that get pulled off seconds after returning from a run, these On Running models were comfortable for extended post-workout stretching or even just lounging. The 74 percent…