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i had been looking for some good base layer long sleeved shirts for the colder weather, and didnt want to pay for the overpriced underarmour stuff (which works, but theres other stuff that works too thats made of the same material).

so the other day im in Target and i see:

http://www.target.com/p/C9-by-Champion-Men-s-Powercore-Mock-Training-Tee-White/-/A-12957720

and i have to say its good stuff.  kept me warm in 42 degree weather with just a long sleeved cotton tshirt over it.

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cruzthepug Dedicated Member

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I bought a Starter brand base layer from Walmart, $14. They have a light and heavy weight, I bought the heavier of the 2. Wore it last weekend, temps were low 30's when we started and mid 40's when we finished. Base, long sleeve golf shirt and jacket to start and ditched the jacket after about 6 holes. For $14 it beats the $50 they want for the UA stuff. I got a white one and plan to go get a black one next time at wallyworld.

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is it like a compression shirt?  or does it fit loose?

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cruzthepug Dedicated Member

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Originally Posted by colin007

is it like a compression shirt?  or does it fit loose?



I would describe it as "fitted". The sleeves fit pretty tight like a compression shirt but the body is not real tight. Comfortable fit.


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I could see buying an alternative if I was on a strict budget. But I have several UA Cold Gear items and I will say you get what you pay for. For example, the UA compression shirts... I have three. White, black and gray. These three shirts have been worn for at least five 'winter' seasons in between AZ and CA. And I wash them after every use. They have no noticeable wear and tear outside of the logo wearing off. They have no thread tears or pulls. In my opinion, a shirt like that - that you spend $45 to $50 is worth every penny. They just last and last. And keep you warm- which is the point of the product.

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GaijinGolfer Super Member

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Target sells some nice thermals under the, "Champion' brandname.  They go for about $20 and IMO are every bit as good as UA.  My girlfriend and her family are all Maryland alums, so I like to support UA but their stuff isnt THAT much better that its worth paying twice as much for.  A lot of what you are paying for with UA is the image of the UA brand.

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Originally Posted by TitleistWI

Target sells some nice thermals under the, "Champion' brandname.  They go for about $20 and IMO are every bit as good as UA.  My girlfriend and her family are all Maryland alums, so I like to support UA but their stuff isnt THAT much better that its worth paying twice as much for.  A lot of what you are paying for with UA is the image of the UA brand.


yeah, thats exactly what i got.  also, lets say the workmanship is that much better and you have to buy a new shirt, at $40 most, cheaper if you get them on sale, youre still spending less than 1 UA shirt.

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Fozcycle Great Member

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I live in the Tampa Bay area so I really do not need the full bore cold weather gear....LOL

I have found that the Nike Sleeves work well.  They can be used early, then easily removed as it warms up.


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Originally Posted by colin007

yeah, thats exactly what i got.  also, lets say the workmanship is that much better and you have to buy a new shirt, at $40 most, cheaper if you get them on sale, youre still spending less than 1 UA shirt.

Exactly.  I wear my base layers for fall golf and for playing hockey and going to hockey games and even after 3 years they dont show any signs of wear or stretching.

Whats in my :sunmountain: C-130 cart bag?

Woods: :mizuno: JPX 850 9.5*, :mizuno: JPX 850 15*, :mizuno: JPX-850 19*, :mizuno: JPX Fli-Hi #4, :mizuno: JPX 800 Pro 5-PW, :mizuno: MP T-4 50-06, 54-09 58-10, :cleveland: Smart Square Blade and :bridgestone: B330-S


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