GRADIENT COMPRESSION
All of our Long Tights have gradient compression - gradient compression is just one thing that sets SKINS apart from the rest. We've spent 25 years researching where compression works best, and that's where we put it. We know what pressure to apply andwhere. Gradient compression is crucial if you want to feel the benefits of compression.
VEGAN
All SKINS are vegan, which means all of our Long Tights are vegan - we're working hard to become a more sustainable brand and in an effort to be kinder to our planet, all of our new SERIES garments are vegan.
WARP-KNIT FABRIC
Another element used in SERIES-5,3 & 1 and istotally uniqueto SKINS is our warp-knit fabric. Warp knit means strong tension that's not lost through use or damage. It means that our compression still works even if it gets damaged. So you can go as hard as you want. Why don't we use it in SERIES-2? Keep reading to find out.
THE GOAL
All of our compression garments have the same goal: to help you perform better and recover faster. There's a lot that goes into our equipment, and there's a lot of benefits. You can read more about how Compression Sportswear works here.
SERIES-1 LONG TIGHTS
SERIES-1 is our entry-level compression. It's perfect for first-time Compression Sportswear users, training, and teams thanks to its wide range of primary colours.
SERIES-1 COMPRESSION LEVEL
Medium. SERIES-1 still offers compression benefits; it's just not as intense as SERIES-3 and SERIES-5. It's also available for youth A.K.A., the future stars of tomorrow.
SERIES-1 SPORTS
Which sports is SERIES-1 suitable for? It's perfect for team sports because it offers compression benefits and comes in team colours. It's uncomplicated and unpretentious. It's the ideal introduction to Compression Sportswear.
SERIES-3 LONG TIGHTS
SERIES-3 is the closest to our A400 range. If you're a long-time SKINS user, there's no doubt you have some A400s in your workout wardrobe. SERIES-3 is an amalgamation of all the best bits of the A400 range updated to keep up with today's athletes. You can tell SERIES-3 apart by its silver logo.
SERIES-3 COMPRESSION LEVEL
Medium-High. SERIES-3 has a medium-high compression profile and is fantastic for running, but it is the most popular range because it's the all-rounder. It's for the people who work hard and then head out to brunch or the supermarket.
SERIES-3 SPORTS
Which sports is SERIES-3 suitable for? In short, anything over 1,500m. Think Football, Tennis, Road Running, Trail Running, Hiking, Gym, Snowsports, Basketball etc.
SERIES-3 BONUS
SERIES-3 is also where you'll find our thermal SKINS (no, you won't overheat) and our Activewear, the perfect partner to your SKINS Compression.
SERIES-5 LONG TIGHTS
Personified, SERIES-5 is the Hulk. Understated, then packs a punch. It's for the pros, semi-pros, the people who do 'explosive' sports and the people who are seasoned Compression Sportswear wearers. You can tell SERIES-5 apart by its gold logo and its complicated panelling system.
SERIES-5 COMPRESSION LEVEL
High. It offers our highest level of compression through our most complex graduated profile.
SERIES-5 SPORTS
Which sports is SERIES-5 suitable for?
Rugby, Football, Netball, Hockey, Jumping, Sprinting, Track Running and Events, Cycling, Crossfit, Hyrox, Powerlifting, Wrestling, Gymnastics. Basically, any sport that requires explosive movements.
Proper use of SKINS help speed up your recovery just as hydration, cooldowns, stretching, and nutrition helps.
Lactic acid build-up can cause muscle pain, cramps and muscular fatigue. It’s produced when your body is low in oxygen, and it needs to convert glucose into energy. SKINS help increase the oxygenation process.
Muscle oxygenation is the rate of oxygen usage and supply to the working muscle tissue.
Improve body temperature control
Improved blood flow from the compression technology plus integrated wicking in SKINS helps regulate body temperature.
Reduce the swelling of your ankles/feet/legs during air travel.
Increase strength, power and endurance
Improved blood flow, oxygenation, proprioception (increased awareness of the position and movement of the body), decreased muscle oscillation (the muscle vibrations caused by movement) and more all help increase strength, power and endurance.
We know Compression Sportswear can be a little daunting, so we’ve tried our best to arm you with all information you need to make an informed decision. For more, check out our FAQs.
