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By now, we all know the best running shirts should be moisture-wicking.<\/strong> But why is moisture-wicking so important? Sweat is the main mechanism by which your body cools itself, but did you know that not allowing sweat to wick off your skin can be a source of overheating?<\/p>\n If sweat isn\u2019t removed from your skin through evaporation or wicking, it can impact your body\u2019s ability to cool itself. The solution? You guessed it \u2014 a high-quality, moisture-wicking men’s running shirt.<\/p>\n Like the best running shorts<\/a> or any good workout apparel<\/a>, the best running shirts will feel soft and comfortable when running and will help wick sweat off your skin, drying it quickly to prevent moisture buildup. Some shirts even come with anti-odor properties and can guard against harmful UV rays.<\/p>\n Finding the best running shirts isn\u2019t easy \u2014 there are loads of options out there. We took a wardrobe\u2019s worth of running shirts out for countless miles to find the best ones for sweat-wicking, drying quickly, odor-prevention, and more. If you\u2019re looking for a running shirt, odds are there\u2019s one on this list that\u2019ll work for you. <\/p>\n To find out more about what to look for in a running shirt, check out our buyer\u2019s guide section<\/strong><\/a>, comparison chart<\/a>, and FAQ<\/strong><\/a>, or you can scroll down to the best in each category below.<\/p>\n Editor\u2019s Note: For our May 17, 2024, update, we added the top-rated Icebreaker Merino 150 Tech Lite III<\/a>, budget-friendly Path Projects Basis Logo Tee<\/a>, and high-end Arc\u2019teryx Men\u2019s Norvan Downword Logo Long Sleeve shirts<\/a>.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLightweight<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBreathes extremely well<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDried within minutes<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExcellent anti-odor properties<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMerino wool still gets that \u201cwet dog\u201d smell when it gets wet<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWool isn\u2019t the most durable material<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Icebreaker has long been a classic, thanks to its excellent use of Merino wool, and the Icebreaker Merino 150 Tech Lite III<\/a><\/strong> ($85) is no exception. We\u2019ve probably beat the properties of Merino wool into the ground by now, but let\u2019s reiterate \u2014 this shirt wicks sweat, allows airflow to cool your body, and dries extremely quickly.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n The speed with which this shirt dried on long runs is borderline silly. During testing, we soaked the shirt during sprint intervals in hot weather. Our tester hung it on a branch during a short water break, and it was just about dry by the time we were ready to go again.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n The offset shoulder seams kept friction (and the resultant irritation) to a minimum, and the weave kept the air flowing through the shirt during long runs. There is no listed sun protection score, but Merino wool generally falls between UPF 30 to 50+.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n But the aspect of this shirt that really stands out is its top-notch odor resistance. After a week of runs and workouts without a wash, the shirt was stiff with dried sweat but still didn\u2019t stink. Our tester even left it in a hamper for four days under a pile of dirty workout clothes, and it came out smelling neutral.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n While we haven\u2019t found any rips or holes yet, Merino wool is generally not as durable as synthetic material, so that may be an issue over time. But if you\u2019re looking for a shirt that hits the high notes \u2014 sweat-wicking, breathability, quick-drying \u2014 and has top-notch odor-resistance, the Icebreaker Merino 150 Tech Lite III<\/a><\/strong> is the one.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGreat value<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSoft against the skin<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPlenty of stretch<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTakes a while to dry<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAnti-odor treatment not the strongest<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n We\u2019ve found that most low-cost moisture-wicking shirts feel a bit scratchy, but not the Path Projects Basis Logo Tee<\/a><\/strong> ($48). It has a soft, supple feel \u2014 almost like cotton \u2014 and the polyester\/Tencel\/Spandex fabric does a great job of wicking moisture away and drying it quickly. Plus, it\u2019s extremely soft and stretchy. The Tencel material gives this shirt a cotton feel and what feels like an unlimited stretch.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Weighing in at just under 5 ounces, it\u2019s not the lightest shirt we\u2019ve tested, but it compares favorably to many of the higher-end shirts on this list. Still, we\u2019ve tested a good amount of budget tech tees, and you won\u2019t find a higher quality, more comfortable moisture-wicking running shirt at this price point.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Additionally, the cut and muted colors make it an option for running errands or going out. Our tester has gotten several compliments on the shirt when going out for drinks after a long run.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n If you run frequently but let your laundry pile high, you can have two Path Projects Basis Logo Tees<\/a><\/strong> on deck for the price of a single high-tech running shirt from one of the boutique brands on the list.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExtremely lightweight and airy<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLaminated neckline reduces irritation<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLong sleeves provide plenty of sun coverage<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExpensive<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLong sleeves aren\u2019t for everybody<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Arc\u2019Teryx is no stranger to our \u201cBest Of\u201d lists, and the Arc’teryx Men’s Norvan Downword Logo Long Sleeve <\/strong><\/a>($100) is a good example of why.\u00a0The thought put into this shirt shows that it\u2019s meant for long runs in the mountains. The shirt pairs Arc\u2019teryx\u2019s soft Phasic FL fabric with ultralight mesh on the back for excellent airflow.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Merrow seams and laminated finishes kept chafing at bay on long, sweaty runs, and the shirt wore well under hydration vests without any bunching or irritation.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Even though it\u2019s a long-sleeve shirt, this is one of the lighter ones on this list, thanks to the incredibly airy open-mesh back. Plus, the long sleeves provide full sun protection. The only way to get more would be to make this a hoodie.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Thanks to the different materials throughout the shirt, the material feels light but isn\u2019t fragile. The mesh at the back lets air flow, while the front panel and sleeves (where you\u2019re more likely to encounter branches and whatnot) are made with a more substantial material.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Now, it is a pricey shirt, but with the Arc’teryx Men’s Norvan Downword Logo Long Sleeve<\/strong><\/a>, you can see where the money went. You\u2019d be hard-pressed to find another shirt better suited for grinding out long miles in the mountains.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nThe Best Men\u2019s Running Shirts<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tIcebreaker Merino 150 Tech Lite III\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t100% merino wool<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t5 oz.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t30<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
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\n<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\t$60 at REI<\/a>Check price at Icebreaker<\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\tBest Budget Men\u2019s Running Shirt\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\tPath Projects Basis Logo Tee\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t74% polyester, 19% Tencel, 7% Spandex<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.8 oz.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t50+<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
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\n<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\t$48 at PATH projects<\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\tBest High-End Men\u2019s Running Shirt\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\tArc’teryx Men’s Norvan Downword Logo Long Sleeve\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t100% polyester<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3.9 oz.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tIbex Merino Tencel\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t45% merino wool, 45% Tencel, 10% nylon<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.3 oz.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t50<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
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