Print This Page
Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
from Erie, Pa on 9/24/2008
I already had 2 shirts and added a black shirt and a blue shirt. Just returned from a hiking and social trip to Europe. The return flight hit a head wind and was over 10 hours long. This shirt was light weight, I was able to use the Black shirt under a jacket for dinner. I was comfortable on the long flight. The shirt did not retain odor, was easily washed and dryed quickly.
from El Segundo, CA on 8/24/2008
I finally realized that cotton t-shirts weren't cutting it. I decided to try some of the new fabrics and I can't be believe the difference. It's the only way to go. I use them for running and rowing.
from Traverse City Michigan on 8/6/2008
A nice shirt
from San Jose, CA on 8/3/2008
My husband has six of these and he likes them. The colors are not great, but the shirts work well.
from Baton Rouge, La. on 8/1/2008
I am a cyclist and I work out in a gym 5 days/week. I bought this shirt just before a week long ride in the Colorado Rockies and used it as a base layer under a long jersey in cold weather (sleet,snow and cold rain) when climblig the high passes. It worked perfectly and kept me warm and dry. Upon returning, I now wear it daily in the gym instead of the usual cotton wear and love the silky smooth feel and great wicking properties. I love it.
from Brooklyn, NY on 7/30/2008
I purchased this shirt for running. I am training for a marathon and I need a shirt that fits well, provides sun protection, and dries quickly.
I have a slim build and I find that other running shirts tend to be a bit boxy and hang strangely when I run. The EMS Techwick has an athletic cut that conforms to my body without being constrictive (think tailored, not tight). At 5' 9", the medium hits me just below the waist, which is perfect for me. I have used it on numerous runs from 5 to 20 miles.
The only negative I have, which I can access to most running shirts, is that I had a little bit of chafing on my chest on runs longer than 10 miles, which is easily alleviated with a bit of body glide.
Overall a terrific shirt and I highly recommend it.
from NY on 7/30/2008
- The length is a bit short. I am tall and have a long torso, so a "long" size would be very useful.
+ A great product that does what it is intended to do: keeps you cool and wicks away moisture.
+ I travelled to Spain with 4 of these. Outdoor temperature was often over 100, but I was comfortable. I washed these by hand and they dried in a couple of hours!
from WA on 7/29/2008
Got these for my husband and he's very pleased with them. He's not easily pleased.
from Ann Arbor on 7/28/2008
I love these t-shirts. They fit well, are soft, and keep me dry.
from N.W. PA on 7/28/2008
This shirt was great for two days in the Adirondacks and a weekend in the Allegheny National Forest. During the hot humid days this was extremely breathable and fast drying. During one day of temps in the mid-50's with rain in the ADK's I froze but that was my fault. Only negative is neck hole is larger than I prefer but that is really petty.
from Westchester County, NY on 7/28/2008
I just bought 6 of these on sale via ems.com, adding to the 3 I already owned. I wear them every chance I have. I wear them to work in Fridays. They are easy to wear, so comfortable. I tend to perspire more than most people and these shirts are the best I've ever found for my lifestyle and comfort. I am looking forward to buying a few long sleeve versions of these as the weather gets a bit colder.
from Erie, Pa on 7/28/2008
I use this product when I go out but I purchased it for overseas and adventure travel. It breathes, when wet dries quickly, it does not chafe when wet like some other products, does not hold odor from perspiration or from the environment. I bought two more since the original order. It holds it shape so I wear it socially
from Michigan on 7/28/2008
I love the Techwick shirts but they snag very easily.
from Brooklyn, NY on 7/28/2008
My son is using this shirt on a month-long cycling trip. He's found it to be comfortable and cool, as well as quick to dry.
from Litchfield County, CT on 7/28/2008
I use this shirt for cycling, running, hiking, rowing and any other physical activity where I work up a sweat. This shirt wicks away moisture and keeps you dry. In a nutshell . . . it's a fantastic product . . . Buy one and you'll buy another!
from Adirondack Mts, NY on 7/27/2008
Frequently used as a base layer as well as a stand alone shirt.
from Nashua, NH on 7/27/2008
I have two colors of this short sleeve version and they are great. Perfect for sailing where the temperature can quickly change as the winds vary out on the water. I have found it to be great in the hot weather but equally comfortable when a chill comes in over the water. Having the SPF factor is another plus. I highly recommend it.
from Berywn, PA on 7/27/2008
My husband is addicted to these shirts! He now has 4 of them and wears nothing but these (and shorts!) when he is not at work! He says it's amazing the way you don't feel the sweat in them. They keep him cool and comfortable even when he is gardening and doing outdoor activity in 90 degree heat! Just recently he bought one for his brother as a bday gift. He's completely sold on these, that's for sure!
from Alexandria, VA on 7/23/2008
After the rave reviews from my boyfriend about the Techwick Shirt, I thought I would add to his collection and purchase a few more in colors he didn't already have. He has worn these shirts as casualwear, as well as for running and working out at the gym. He has never been disappointed in the wickability or comfort. I hope to start my own collection soon!
from Idaho on 7/23/2008
Great shirt. I have several of the short sleeve, and wear them all summer, practically every day. Always comfortable, they breath extremely well and help keep me cool when it's hot, yet in the fall, they wick and help keep me dry and warm! Like magic! I would like to be able to buy the single color longsleeve crew neck again which aren't offered anymore. Also, the fine weave of the material makes it prone to catching on twigs, etc. However, these are my favorite summer shirts.
from New Hampshire on 7/20/2008
I use it mostly for running, and cycling, and would like to see more brighter colors for visibility on the road.
These shirts are the most comfortable I've worn in over 30 years of hiking, 18 years of running, and 10 years of cycling.
from Ann Arbor, MI on 7/20/2008
These shirts have a nice casual, but not too loose, fit to them. They are very soft to the touch and breathe well; very nice for any outdoor activity.
from Syracuse, NY on 7/14/2008
I simply love the comfort on the skin and how fast it dries when climbing. When we reach summit and I am perspiring heavily- these shirts dry rapidly to allow a more comfortable descent, and help prevent hypothermia conditions in cooler weather
from Kansas on 7/14/2008
I have bought almost all colors available, and have not been disappointed by any of them. The fit, comfort, style are all great, and I've not found a more comfortable fitting shirt yet. This is a great feeling shirt!
from NEW YORK on 7/13/2008
LOOKS GOOD RIGHT OUT OF GYM BAG/LIGHT WT/KEEPS YOU DRY
from Ticonderoga, NY on 7/13/2008
These are truly the most comfortable, lightweight, breathable shirts I have ever worn when temperatures and humidity are high. Love the feel of them.
from Florida on 7/8/2008
Exceeds my expectations!
from Hilton Head, SC on 7/7/2008
The South Carolina heat can get stifling. Techwick Ts are the best for power walks, especially out on the sandy beaches. They keep us cool when the temps are near triple digit and never bulk up from perspiration. They wash wash up nicely. Forget the all-cotton stuff as well as the cotton blends during the summer months down here. Techwick is all you need. And they layer nicely when the weather cools down.
from Schoharie, NY on 7/1/2008
Great shirts. Far more comfortable (light, wicking) than my regular t-shirts, but the shirts are prone to snags and pulls. Watch if you work near brambles or anything else that might serve as a catch.
Also useful as a base layer during cooler seasons.
from Findlay, OH on 6/29/2008
Nice assortment of colors - wear with dress shirts as well as alone. Nice feel and looks great. Washes up nicely.
from Des Moines, IA on 6/25/2008
I thought I was crazy when I ordered a couple of these as undershirts. Now, six more shirts later, I'm hooked. They make perfect undershirts on hot days, and with as many colors as they come in, you can almost find one to match just about anything. I've got three in the gray, and four more in different colors. They fit a little loosely--I usually wear an XXL and I have found the XLs to be perfect.The only problem I've had is a couple of them have snagged--one actually came new with a big snag in it. But, since they're mainly for undershirts, I don't mind it that much. And, I wish they came in a tall size--I'm 6'5", so the body length is a little short. But, like I said, as an undershirt, that's no problem.Their value is best shown when traveling--pack two or three and wash them in your hotel sink and hang them up and you're good to go the next morning. And, each shirt can pack up about as small as a pair of standard cotton socks. Match these shirts up with lightweight nylon/polyester travel pants, some quick-dry socks and undies, and you can pack about a week's worth of clothes in a small daypack. Seriously. [...]
These shirts are great. For the money, you get a nice fitting, well-wicking tee that is ideal for most conditions. I wear these mountain biking all the time, and they do an outstanding job of venting and wicking moisture so you don't look like you've sat in a sauna for 2 hours. They are easy to care for and easy on the wallet. I have an LG jersey that is no where near as comfortable and cost just over double what these cost; and it doesn't wick any better.
If i have one nit pick, it is that they don't have raglan sleeves which would make them even more comfy with a backpack on and i hope will be offered soon.
from Strafford, NH on 6/17/2008
I love these shirts. I own several of them and they are wonderful. I live on a lake and clothes that dry fast are the best. I use these shirts for every day use. They are very comfortable. They keep you warm when it is cool out and they keep you cool when it is warm out. I have found that I need to be careful if I'm around velcro when wearing the shirt because it will catch and pull some of the fibers out.
from Boston, MA on 6/16/2008
An excellent shirt for all uses.
from Hong Kong on 6/12/2008
This is a great lightweight wicking layer. It's easy to clean and dries really fast. Good for sports, hiking and any outdoor event.
from Great Falls, VA on 6/10/2008
Awesome performance tee shirt!!! I highly recommend Techwick shirts,which are my favorite performance tees; better than UnderArmour, Mountain Hardwear, North Face, etc.
from Long Lake, NY on 6/3/2008
great hiking shirt
from Massachusetts on 6/1/2008
Feels good, even in the hotest sun.
from Denver on 6/1/2008
I work outdoors every day. I find these shirts indispensible in the spring and fall when temperatures can vary dramatically throughout the day.
from Cheshire, CT on 5/31/2008
I use these when I go to the gym every day. They are lightweight and breathable. A lot better than cotton.
Also use as undershirt when fishing and hiking.
Truly comfortable!
from ny,ny on 5/29/2008
great shirt, soft, light, lightning fast drying, the only draw back is it absorbs and retains body oder till next washing
from Elizabeth NJ on 5/25/2008
These shirts are so light on you sometimes you forget you even have a shirt on. Nice & breezy also! I work in them. I love camping in the Adirondacks. I use them for everyday wear & even sleep in them there so comfortable. I love them end of story.
from Lyme, NH on 5/21/2008
Terrific item.
from Connecticut on 5/20/2008
The sleeves were lengthened at least an inch from older versions I had, and those were on the longer side. They will become long sleeve shirts if the trend continues. I had a taylor shorten them by two inches. I buy them because I love the Techwick material's performance.
from Brooklyn, NY on 5/20/2008
Great base layer, keeps you dry and breathes well. I own several and wear them under button downs at the office or layered under other techwick products when I'm hiking, fishing, traveling, etc. They look pretty good on their own too and dry quickly after a hotel sink washing. Be careful not to get a snag though.
from New York, NY on 5/14/2008
Fabric is more substantial than others, so it drapes well, pills less,and the texture feels good and is attractive. It retains less odor than others I've had. I also have some Techwick tand tops, same comments apply
from VT on 5/14/2008
I have used poly pro and later generation base and mid layers since 1986. Always for cold weather. I had plenty of friends using light weight base layers in warm and hot weather and I just never got around to it until a few years ago.Why did I wait so long! Running or heavy rucking in the lighweight T1 is awesome. The best part is that EMS almost always has some on sale, [...]. There are often some unpopular colors on sale also. They are so light weight that I would only expect 2 or 3 years use out of them. These are not some super durable heavy weight fleece that will be usable a decade from now.
from Philadelphia, PA on 5/13/2008
I first admired this shirt on a relative, who said he wore nothing else in our humid summertime. Now I've joined him, and look forward to wearing these shirts on a trip to the French Alps this summer too.
from Southwest GA on 5/8/2008
Great shirt that is cool and lightweight and extremely comfortable.
from Cincinnati, Ohio on 4/6/2008
This shirt has nice, soft, technical material but the fit is not technical. The shirt's fit is way too roomy for me to enjoy the material. If you're on the heavy side, you might like this shirt.
Please call us in customer service @ 888.463.6367, check out our website www.ems.com, or visit one of our EMS Retail locations if we can assist you in any way.
from Blacksburg, VA on 4/1/2008
I use this shirt to run in and appreciate how it does not build up moisture though would like it better if it did not have the EMS logo on the chest.
from Newark, De on 3/31/2008
I ride every day at lunch and these shirts have helped my performance. Thanks EMS
from Sound Beach, NY on 3/30/2008
As a base layer, by itself, or under a shirt to compliment the shirt.
from New England on 3/30/2008
These shirts are great they are lightweight, stylish, breathable, and extremely comfortable. The only problem is if you sweat, they don't "wick" the sweat very well. But any other water you may soak them with will be dried very quickly. They also look great on anyone.
from Raritan, NJ on 3/27/2008
I bought this shirt for my husband for a recent trip to the Virgin Islands. He was very happy with the fit, comfort and breathability.
from buffalo,ny on 3/27/2008
routine exersize-daily
from Northern Virginia on 3/24/2008
I bought a couple several months ago to compare to other brands I've used for years. I'M SOLD! I just bought several more to replace all of the other brands of Tech-Tees I had. Thanks!
from Gardiner, ME on 3/19/2008
I bought my first shirt over a year ago. I like the feel, they're lightweight, comfortable and wick moisture very well. Since then, I've bought several more and wear them in place of cotton undershirts.
from Stewartstown, PA on 3/12/2008
My husband loves wearing these shirts! They are so much more comfortable than regular t-shirts. When he's at the gym he doesn't feel weighed down or wet like he would in a t-shirt. Great for outdoor stuff too!
from San Francisco, CA on 3/6/2008
I use this like a regular undershirt that dries quickly in the dryer. I live in Europe part time where drying is at a premium, and this is a good solution
from Big D on 3/2/2008
For someone who perspires a lot, this light wicking fabric is cooler than wearing nothing!