Climbing tee-shirts
What is the perfect T-shirt to add to your rock climbing outfit?
The perfect climbing T-shirt depends on your preferences, the conditions and the style of climbing you do. Generally, just like any other piece of climbing apparel, climbing T-shirts should allow maximum freedom of movement and quickly wick away the sweat generated during the activity. To achieve this, synthetic materials such as polyester are used, or even plant-based fibres, like lyocell made from wood cellulose. These materials wick moisture and dry more quickly than cotton. However, keeping some cotton in the composition of the T-shirt is not a bad idea, this allows to retain a fabric with a soft feeling on the skin. For even greater range of motion, it is possible to use elastane, an exceptionally stretch fibre. This has materials covered. Regarding the fit, the choice is yours, sleeveless, short or long-sleeved tee-shirts. It is a matter of balance between freedom of movement, lightness, and protection. Protection from UV light, especially if the T-shirt offers a certified UV protection, but also protection from rock abrasion if you climb outdoors or resin if you climb indoors.
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The Black Diamond Faded Crop Ss Tee Alpine Sunrise is a women's climbing tee in organic stretch cotton, breathable and comfortable for outdoor activities.
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The Black Diamond M Mountainscape Short Sleeve Tee Shirt Charcoal is a comfortable, lightweight climbing tee made from organic cotton and elastane for optimum freedom of movement.
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The W 5.10 Felsblock Tank Quiet Crimson from Five Ten is a women's climbing tank top offering total freedom of movement thanks to its lightness and elasticity.
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The Millet Cimaï Collab Tee Shirt Short Sleeve M Foggy Dew is a comfortable, breathable climbing tee in organic cotton, with exclusive designs by Benjamin JEANJEAN.
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La Sportiva's Cinquecento T-Shirt M is a climbing tee for men, combining comfort, elasticity and breathability with organic cotton and a light touch of elastane.
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The Don't Sweat It II Moonlight Denim bra from DARE2B offers lightweight support, seamless comfort and long-lasting freshness thanks to its innovative technologies.
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The Snap M Pocket Tee Shirt Long Sleeve Khaki is a climbing tee in organic cotton, offering comfort, freedom of movement and a zipped pocket for casual, practical style.
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The Millet Tana Ts Ss W Foggy Dew is a lightweight, breathable, and eco-friendly hiking tee-shirt for women, offering lasting freshness and optimal comfort.
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The Black Diamond W Project Muscle Tank Black is an eco-friendly, heavy-weight organic cotton climbing tee for women, offering comfort and exceptional mobility.
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DARE2B's Don't Sweat It II bra offers lightweight support, seamless comfort and long-lasting freshness thanks to its advanced technologies.
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DARE2B's Don't Sweat It II Skyway bra offers lightweight support, freedom of movement thanks to SeamSmart technology, and effective odor management with its Fresh Fabric technology.
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Short-sleeved, long-sleeved, or sleeveless t-shirts: choosing the right materials
It’s critical to choose a climbing t-shirt made of materials that combine comfort and durability. This is why brands offer numerous models made of various materials to let you choose according to your needs.
Cotton: known for its softness, cotton it a popular choice when it comes to climbing t-shirts. It’s breathable, meaning it lets air circulate, keeping you cool. It’s also hypoallergenic, making it less susceptible to cause rashes. Only drawback, cotton absorbs moisture, which can be a problem during intense sessions, as the t-shirt may remain damp and sticky.
Synthetic: synthetic materials, such as polyester or nylon, are particularly appreciated by climbers. These fibres are durable, abrasion resistant and retain their shape even after being washed multiple times. They’re also excellent for moisture control: they wick perspiration away from the body towards the surface of the fabric, where it can evaporate quickly. The main drawback of synthetic fibre is the fact that it can be less comfortable than cotton.
Cotton and synthetic blends: numerous manufacturers have started offering cotton and synthetic blends to combine the advantages of both. These blends tend to offer the comfort of cotton with the strength and moisture control of synthetic. The exact proportion of each material can vary, to offer various characteristics.
Lyocell: also know under the name of Tencel, Lyocell offers exceptional comfort to climbers thanks to its softness, breathability, and moisture management. Its durability and resistance to wrinkling make it ideal for climbing. Hypoallergenic, it is perfect for sensitive skins. Despite its higher price, it has a lower environmental footprint. It requires less water and power to manufacture and generates less waste. This makes Lyocell an attractive option for environmentally conscious climbers.
Breathability and moisture control
When dealing with climbing apparel, breathability is a key factor. Climbing is an intense physical activity that generate lots of body heat and sweat. A good climbing t-shirt should be capable of effectively wicking moisture away to help you stay dry and comfortable during your entire climb.
Fit and range of motion: for uncompromised freedom of movement
The ideal t-shirt should offer great freedom of movement. Look for t-shirts with an athletic fit that conform to your body shape without being too tight. Some brands also offer climbing t-shirts with raglan sleeves or gussets for greater range of motion.
Durability: invest in a t-shirt that will last
Climbing is hard on your garments. Between friction against the rock surface and overall wear, your climbing t-shirt should withstand the test of time. Look for t-shirts with reinforced seams and abrasion resistant materials.
Style and personality: put your passion on display
Finally, don’t forget that your climbing t-shirt is also a way to express your personality and passion for rock climbing. Whether you prefer a simple and sleek design, or a daring print with a catchy slogan, you’ll find the climbing t-shirt that matches your style and that you can wear even when you’re not climbing.
Millet, Black Diamond, Mammut… a wide choice of brands for men’s and women’s climbing t-shirts
With so many options available, choosing the right climbing t-shirt can be a daunting task. However, by taking key elements such as materials, breathability, fit, durability and style into account, you’re sure to find a t-shirt that improves your climbing performance and enables you to show off your style. The choice is broad, with numerous brands (Millet, Black Diamond, Mammut…) that offer multiple models to let you find what you’re looking for.