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These are my preferred running tights, with a useful level of compression. My wife added in some extra pockets in the back from some old Race Ready shorts, which was far harder than we anticipated. The latest version of these tights comes with a key pocket, and a waistband with a fastening cord which I [[Toggle Upgrade|upgrade with a toggle]]. Like all graduated compression tights, they do tend to slip down slightly, but the waistband keeps them in place. I find they are far more comfortable than Form Fitting tights and I miss them if I run in my 'ordinary' tights. [http://go.fellrnr.com?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=Comp2XUp&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.zappos.com%2F2xu-elite-compression-tight-black-steel~1%3Fzlfid%3D111%26recoName%3Dzap_brand_page 2XU Elite Compression Tight at Zappos], also available as the cheaper [http://go.fellrnr.com?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=Comp2XUnp&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.zappos.com%2F2xu-compression-tight-black-black~1 'non pro' version], but the Pro is worth the extra.
== Saucony Men's AMP PRO2 Training Tight (worth considering) ==
[[File:SMAPTT.JPG |none|thumb|x300px|Saucony Men's AMP PRO2 Training Tight]]
The Saucony training tights are higher compression than their recovery version, but less pressure than the Zoot Active, and similar to the 2XU. These are the only compression tights I’ve tried that have an ankle zipper, which is rather nice. I like these tights, but the lack of waist band is remarkably annoying as they tend to slip down while running. These are one of the few compression tights with a pocket, which is zippered and in the small of the back. They are currently on sale from [http://www.sierratradingpost.com/saucony-amp-pro2-training-compression-tights-for-men~p~5761y/ Sierra Trading Post for $60].
== Zoot CompressRx Active Tight (worth considering) ==
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These compression tights have mesh panels to reduce the heat buildup. While this makes them cooler than the standard CW-X Stabilyx, they are still warmer than other tights like the 2XU. If you prefer the CW-X style of support webbing, then these are a better option than the standard tights until the weather gets cold. [http://go.fellrnr.com?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=CompCwxVent&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.zappos.com%2Fcw-x-ventilator-tights-black CW-X Ventilator at Zappos.com].
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==Saucony AMP PRO2 Recovery Tight (highly recommended)==
[[File:SMAPRT.JPG|none|thumb|x300px|Saucony AMP PRO2 Recovery Tight]]
These are my favorite recovery tights with mild compression and remarkable comfort. They have no waistband, but I have no problems with them slipping down. I wear these during the day under jeans and sometimes [[Zeo Sleep Monitor|sleep]] in them. They are made of a material called [http://www.celliant.com/ Cellaint] that claims to have special properties that help reduce pain, with some reasonable science based on treatment of diabetic patients. I'm not sure if it's the material or the design, but these are by far the most comfortable compression wear I've come across. Best of all , they are currently on sale from [http://www.sierratradingpost.com/saucony-amp-pro2-recovery-compression-tights-for-men~p~5762d/ Sierra Trading Post for $60].
==2XU Compression Recovery Tight (Highly Recommended)==
[[File:2XUMCRT-1.jpg|none|thumb|x300px|2XU Compression Recovery Tight]]
==SKINS Travel and Recovery Tights ==
[[File:SMWTRTL.JPG|none|thumb|x300px|SKINS Travel and Recovery Tights]]
These tights have similar compression to the Saucony tights, but with foot compression. They are also thinner than the Saucony so they are cooler, but not as comfortable. I did not get on with these tights and sent them back. [http://go.fellrnr.com?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=CompSkinRec&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSKINS-Unisex-Adult-Tights-Black%2Fdp%2FB001T4CYRI%2Fref%3Dsr_1_1%3Fs%3Dsporting-goods%26ie%3DUTF8%26qid%3D1341318749%26sr%3D1-1%26keywords%3DSKINS%2BTravel%2Band%2BRecovery%2BTights%20 SKINS Travel and Recovery Tights at amazon.com] ==Saucony AMP PRO2 Recovery Tight (unavailable)==[[File:SMAPRT.JPG|none|thumb|x300px|Saucony AMP PRO2 Recovery Tight]]These are my favorite recovery tights. They have mild compression and are remarkably comfortable. As recovery tights, there is no waistband, but I have no problems with them slipping down. I wear these during the day under jeans and sometimes [[Zeo Sleep Monitor|sleep]] in them. They are made of a material called [http://www.celliant.com/ Cellaint] that claims to have special properties that help reduce pain, with some reasonable science based on treatment of diabetic patients. I'm not sure if it's the material or the design, but these are by far the most comfortable compression wear I've come across. Sadly they no longer seem to be available.
