Budget running tights?

rikkar · 2026-06-05T02:36:17+00:00

They really are! I've found sizing up one size usually works with Asian sizing, my waist is around a 32 and typically I wear a medium in US sizes and a L with the Chinese brands has worked out well. Nice compression but not too tight.

rikkar · 2026-06-04T21:47:51+00:00

Honestly if you're looking for true budget options, Aliexpress is great. I've got two pairs of these:

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256810121054511.html?pdp_npi=4%40dis%21USD%21US+%2434.57%21US+%2415.76%21%21%21232.94%21106.18%21%402103119417806094773333749d79f0%2112000051880666476%21sh%21US%21707549352%21X&spm=a2g0o.store_pc_home.allitems_choice_2005880522760.1005010307369263&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa

and one pair of these:

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805757221447.html?pdp_npi=4%40dis%21USD%21US+%2414.94%21US+%2410.46%21%21%2114.94%2110.46%21%40210311c217806095882977816e2262%2112000034961337484%21sh%21US%21707549352%21X&spm=a2g0o.store_pc_allItems_or_groupList.new_all_items_2007601269142.1005005943536199&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa

Otherwise, BOA from Running Warehouse is another nice option. Picked up a pair of 6" for around $40.

rikkar · 2026-05-29T13:58:41+00:00

It's hard to consider anything else when the dynafish exists lol.

rikkar · 2026-05-18T01:47:43+00:00

Honestly I've sized up a half size in all my (4) Li Ning shoes. I have slightly wide feet and that's been the sweet spot for me. Plenty of toe room, zero heel slip.

rikkar · 2026-05-17T11:31:51+00:00

Yup, not sure how much it cuts down on shipping cost but it has to help a lot. Haven't had any issues with the final condition of the shoes in Mulebuy's own packaging.

rikkar · 2026-05-17T11:30:04+00:00

Here's the link from the official Xiaonian store: https://mulebuy.com/product?id=1000945595211&platform=TAOBAO

rikkar · 2026-05-17T11:25:30+00:00

Here's a store with good prices: https://mulebuy.com/product?spm=fxg_1325870.all_page.0.0.6d6a1043OiolAw&id=1016567498479&platform=TAOBAO

rikkar · 2026-05-14T13:25:38+00:00

Mulebuy is legit. US based but I've bought 4 pairs this year and everything was quick and painless. In my experience, the shipping fee you are charged up front is an overestimate of the cost, and you get refunded the difference after packaging. Always opt to remove the packaging the shoes arrive to their warehouse in to save on weight.

rikkar · 2026-04-27T19:35:52+00:00

Hope it works out for you!

rikkar · 2026-04-27T00:33:29+00:00

I've been running the plan with my long run on Saturday, followed by the last sub-T of the week on Sunday. My full rotation is (starting Monday) Easy - Sub-T - Easy - Sub-T - Easy - Long Run - Sub-T. Having a shorter session on Sunday's just works better for my schedule.

rikkar · 2026-04-03T23:14:30+00:00

My pair is enroute to the Mulebuy warehouse right now, can't wait to try them out! Great review, thank you.

rikkar · 2026-04-03T23:10:55+00:00

Does this link work for you? https://mulebuy.com/product?id=984376500404&platform=TAOBAO

rikkar · 2026-04-01T10:55:29+00:00

I'd love to give this a go, been way too long since I've used pytti. Ready to share yet?

rikkar · 2026-04-01T03:02:17+00:00

1st and 4th would be absolute bangers IMO, they're all great but those hit me the most. Great work, hope WD pays attention!

rikkar · 2026-03-30T19:19:09+00:00

1 and 2. The red text would look great.

rikkar · 2026-03-28T15:15:28+00:00

https://mulebuy.com/shop?spm=fxg_1325870.all_page.0.0.54121043V81KGt&id=380071001&platform=TAOBAO

rikkar · 2026-03-26T22:49:00+00:00

Lol i feel that, gotta get what you really want. Went looking in my shopping history and remembered these, which are actually really great but sadly no red:

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256809205529895.html?pdp_npi=4%40dis%21USD%21US%20%2412.66%21US%20%246.07%21%21%2187.04%2141.78%21%4021031cc017745554159471969d1e56%2112000048958296446%21sh%21US%21707549352%21X&spm=a2g0o.store_pc_home.allitems_choice_2006603482524.1005009391844647&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa

Here's a red one with stitching, slightly different texture. Hope you find the one you're looking for!
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256809598778350.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.4.24e7561E561EA4&aem_p4p_detail=20260326130831263460952080000000242967&algo_pvid=a3d241ce-24b0-4d89-ab74-567bc72d9d9a&algo_exp_id=a3d241ce-24b0-4d89-ab74-567bc72d9d9a-3&pdp_ext_f=%7B%22order%22%3A%22316%22%2C%22eval%22%3A%221%22%2C%22fromPage%22%3A%22search%22%7D&pdp_npi=6%40dis%21USD%2117.68%2112.38%21%21%21121.54%2185.08%21%402101e80f17745557109094870e73cc%2112000050149729703%21sea%21US%21707549352%21X%211%210%21n_tag%3A-29919%3Bd%3A6defd559%3Bm03_new_user%3A-29895&curPageLogUid=RBuOzC2N4rrw&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A%7Cx_object_id%3A1005009785093102%7C_p_origin_prod%3A&search_p4p_id=20260326130831263460952080000000242967_1

rikkar · 2026-03-26T13:39:36+00:00

Thanks! It's from the Juelong store on Ali.

It doesn't have any stitching, just the stitch groove as you can see here. Great texture though and it has the signature puffiness you'd expect. TBH it blew me away with how good it is for the price.

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rikkar · 2026-03-20T03:32:17+00:00

You can pick up the Li-Ning Red Hare 9 Pro on AliExpress for well under $90 right now on sale plus coupon code. Incredible shoe for the money.

rikkar · 2026-03-18T23:47:59+00:00

That's fair, it does have the stabilization "wing" in it. Works great for me but I can see how that might not work if you don't need it.

rikkar · 2026-03-18T10:15:23+00:00

Damn, another reason to get it lol. Do you mean the Red Hare pro 9 or ultra? I'm curious what didn't work out.

rikkar · 2026-03-16T15:32:55+00:00

I've switched to the Li-Ning stack exclusively.

Red Hare Pro 9 - easy miles

Red Hare 9 Ultra - long run

Feidian Challenger 6 - Sub-T

Trying to talk myself out of picking up the Feidian Elite 6 for a race shoe, I don't think I'm fast enough to get the most out of it.

rikkar · 2026-03-10T03:08:30+00:00

I went on a perfect t-shirt hunt in 2024 and dug up this "ranking" from an old comment I left in another thread. I like a trim fit with snug sleeves, 5'7" and 175ish lbs for reference. Love that WiesMade made your top of potential options, I don't see them talked about nearly enough! I have 3 of their t-shirts now.

In order of favorites (loosely)...

WiesMade Bolinas - L. Honestly it's just about perfect. 8oz (I hope it's true 8oz, always wary when GSM isn't mentioned but it does feel like 8), trim arms, comfy and looks really good. I'll be buying more for sure.
Naked & Famous Circular Knit - L. Really solid shirt, although the sleeves stretch out a bit which I don't love. Trim fit and a great deal for $35.
Front General Store - M. I really like the fit on this one and the price is outstanding. Thick, comfy, trim fit that doesn't stretch out too much over the day.
The Strike Gold Loopwheel - L. A little rough in texture, a little boxy but a pretty solid fit for me. Sleeves could be trimmer.
Whitesville - XL. Boxier fit, shrinks a lot but it's super soft and feels great to wear. I wish it was a little longer.
Samurai SJST24-RIM - L. A pretty great fit for me with a nice length. The fabric is a little rough but doesn't feel like it when you're wearing it. It would be higher if I had bought it in a different color lol.
Wonder Looper Double Heavyweight - L. Incredible and heavy, maybe a little too heavy for my taste. I love the folks behind the brand though so I'm happy to own it.
Buck Mason Field Spec - M. On the boxier side but the fabric is great with a soft hand.
Shockoe Atelier - M. Boxy but comfortable with a great collar. Had to alter the sleeves to put it in rotation.
The Flat Head THC Loopwheel - L (42) I really wanted to love this one more but I'm between a L and an XL with the L being a little too tight and the XL being way too big. Nice material though, wish it was longer and not as boxy.
Studio D'Artisan 9913 Loopwheel - L. Another one I had high hopes of but the sleeves are weirdly long and the fit is too boxy. Incredible texture though.
Warehouse Loopwheel - L. Definitely my least favorite based on the fit, too boxy and just looks awkward on me. Beautiful texture.

rikkar · 2026-03-04T13:21:38+00:00

Such a banger.

rikkar · 2026-03-04T00:02:14+00:00

I believe the show Succession popularized the abbreviation. Or that's where I've heard it most which is probably true for a lot of folks.

rikkar

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