SAYSKY Running Long Sleeves & Base Layers Guide
Choosing the right long sleeve for your run and the season can take your running to the next level. The SAYSKY long sleeve running shirts have a high focus on performance and quality and provide comfort to your body, while offering great flexibility and breathability during your run.
In this guide you will find a breakdown of our different long sleeves, so you can pick the right long sleeve according to your workout and personal preferences. They are graded by their level of breathability, wicking, warmth, weight and recommended use.
- Pace Long Sleeve: light warmth / all season and indoor
- Flow Long Sleeve: medium warmth / transitional season
- Motion Long Sleeve: light warmth / all season and indoor
- Blaze Long Sleeve: high warmth / winter season
- Merino Long Sleeve: high warmth / winter season
- Mesh Base Layers: medium warmth / transitional and winter season
Explore all running long sleeves here.
PACE LONG SLEEVE
The Pace Long Sleeve is a training top with a non-technical look and high focus on comfort. It is designed to get you comfortably through training sessions, and is great for workouts and runs all-year round. It’s made from recycled polyester and provides a fit that is loose, with a super soft fabric and great wicking abilities. It is also ideal for layering on cooler days.
FEATURES:
- Breathability: 4/5
- Sweat-wicking: 4/5
- Warmth: 2/5
- Weight: 2/5
RECOMMENDED USE:
- Ideal for runners looking for a comfortable fit and soft feel, whether running or in the gym.
- Temperature range: ideal for layering or as stand-alone pieces on cooler days (5 to 15 degrees/40 to 60 fahrenheit).
MOTION LONG SLEEVE
The Motion Long Sleeves are made in Tencel mixed with polyester, resulting in a very soft and comfortable performance product. It has a casual fit and a light feel, which is perfect for both workouts, running and everyday wear - for those who prefer a casual look, without compromising on performance. The fabric is also harbouring fewer bacteria, causing less odour.
FEATURES:
- Breathability: 3/5
- Sweat-wicking: 3/5
- Warmth: 2/5
- Weight: 2/5
RECOMMENDED USE:
- Hybrid product for multi-sport, running and everyday use, defined by comfort and a casual look and feel.
- Temperature range: covers everything from indoor training to outdoor sessions in temperate weather (10 to 20 degrees/50 to 70 fahrenheit).
Shop Motion Long Sleeves here.
FLOW LONG SLEEVE
The Flow Long Sleeve offers high flexibility and breathability with great wicking abilities to keep you dry and comfortable on the run. This long sleeve is ideal for transitional periods as an outer layer, as it features a reflective logo on the chest, protective cuffs, a watch window and extra breathable material under the arms. It can also be used as a layering piece, as it can be worn directly on the skin or as a mid layer due to the soft construction.
FEATURES:
- Breathability: 4/5
- Sweat-wicking: 3/5
- Warmth: 3/5
- Weight: 3/5
RECOMMENDED USE:
- Ideal in transitional periods as an outer layer or as a layering piece.
- Temperature range: ideal for layering or as stand-alone piece on cooler days (5 to 15 degrees/40 to 60 fahrenheit).
BLAZE LONG SLEEVE
The Blaze Long Sleeves are for when the temperature drops outside - and you want to keep it running in the cold. The fabric is slightly warmer and the inside is brushed, which allows for a soft and comfortable feel. The material ensures high breathability and sweat-wicking features to provide you with a high level of performance on the run while being protected from the cold.
FEATURES:
- Breathability: 3/5
- Sweat-wicking: 3/5
- Warmth: 4/5
- Weight: 3/5
RECOMMENDED USE:
- Mainly for warmth and comfort during the colder months.
- Temperature range: depending on your layering setup and personal resilience, this style will cover you from freezing to cold weather (-10 to 5 degrees/15 to 40 fahrenheit).
MERINO LONG SLEEVE
Our Merino Long Sleeves provide warmth and comfort in cold weather. Merino wool is a four season material and great for every activity. It breathes and manages moisture better than any other fiber and is therefore ideal for layering in the colder months. Highlights include its odor resistance, temperature regulation, breathability, natural fiber, biodegradable/renewable, and superior comfort.
FEATURES:
- Breathability: 4/5
- Sweat-wicking: 3/5
- Warmth: 5/5
- Weight: 3/5
RECOMMENDED USE:
- Mainly for comfort and warmth on cold training days, and as a crucial component in most layering setups.
- Temperature range: merino fabric has a fantastic ability to regulate your body temperature, but we mainly recommend this for cold-weather sessions (-10 to 5 degrees/15 to 40 fahrenheit).
Shop Merino Long Sleeves here.
MESH BASE LAYER
Our Mesh Base Layers are great for warmth and breathability during shoulder or winter seasons. They have a tight fit, soft inner feel and are great for layering. Compared to our merino styles, the mesh base styles offer a lighter protection, which makes them more suitable as a base layer. The technical fabric keeps you warm and dry on the run, while offering strong moisture management abilities.
FEATURES:
- Breathability: 5/5
- Sweat-wicking: 5/5
- Warmth: 2/5
- Weight: 1/5
RECOMMENDED USE:
- Ideal as a base layer during shoulder or winter season to keep you dry and comfortable.
- Can also be used in the summer as a stand-alone piece, as it will prevent your body from overheating.
