Lululemon Run Swiftly Tech Tee Review

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I’ve been wearing Lululemon gear for everyday workouts and running everything from my regular local 5k route to ultra marathon races.

This Lululemon Run Swiftly review shares my thoughts on the Lululemon Run Swiftly Tech range of tops, designed for running and other sweaty activities.

I own the vest, crew neck t-shirt, scoop neck t-shirt and long-sleeved top versions.

It’s great having a few as I can rotate them and layer them up if it’s particularly cold.

If you’re new to Lululemon apparel then you may also be interested to read our other Lululemon gear guides and reviews, including the best Lululemon running leggings, and comparison of Lululemon’s women’s athletic shoes.

Run Swiftly Tech Tee Sizing

I’ve found the sizing to be true to fit – I am normally between 8-10 UK so as Lululemon is a Canadian brand that translates to me wearing a size 4 or 6.

If in doubt I opt for the 6 (UK 10) as the tops can cling so I’d rather they were a bit on the looser side than being skin tight, as this reduces the propensity for tops to ride up around my waist, rather than sit as they are intended to, down at hip length.

Fit and comfort

I’ve worn each of these tops a lot and they are not showing any wear.

They fit and look as they did the day I bought them, and I’ve never had any signs of chafing.

That’s despite miles of running, including while wearing a laden race vest, which has the potential to make tops pill/bobble over time.

Some other tops I’ve had from other brands have started to smell and become discoloured with use – to the point I’ve had to throw them away as even a hot wash won’t get rid of the smell / color.

Not the case with these. They’re made using what Lululemon calls ‘Silverescent Technology’ which inhibits the growth of odour-causing bacteria on the top – which explains why they don’t smell even after a lot of wear and sweat.

Bowood Duathlon - run
Bowood Duathlon – run

Color options

There is always a nice selection of colors to choose from, although the range is changed regularly, so if you are taken with a particular color I would suggest you buy it and not wait, as chances are it will sell out in your size and may not be stocked again.

This has happened to me with a few Lululemon products. Not the end of the world but if you wanted the top to go with your shorts etc then best to get it when you see it!

They’re usually plain block colors rather than the patterns you see on other products.

Long sleeve Lululemon run swiftly shirt

The long-sleeved version was my go-to running top during the coldest months of (UK) winter.

Paired with a waterproof jacket, and sometimes the vest underneath, this top kept me warm and dry – including on CTS Exmoor marathon in April and the first half of Keswick Mountain Festival 50k in May (until the sun surprised me with a sustained appearance and I had to swap to the t-shirt version).

The sleeves have nice thumb-holes (I love thumb-holes on a long sleeved top, they keep my hands warm), but are very tight on the lower arms, so that I can’t pull them up over my elbows.

This means I have to be cold to wear it, as I can’t roll my sleeves up when I get warm and I have to wear my GPS running watch over the top as it won’t fit underneath.

It can also be tricky getting them off when very hot.

I finished the CTS Exmoor marathon!
I finished the CTS Exmoor marathon!

Cost

At the time of publishing this Lululemon Run Swiftly Tee review, the vest costs around $58, the tees around $68 and long sleeved around $78.

Check current color options and prices at lululemon.com.

Lululemon Run Swiftly Tech Tee – Review Summary

Lululemon products are priced at the higher end of the market but in my experience you get what you pay for – technical workout clothing that lasts, looks and feels great.

These classic workout basics are no exception.

Lululemon tech tee
Finished KMF 50k! Such pride and joy! Wearing Lululemon swiftly tech t-shirt, leggings, and Asics gel-Fuji Attack 3 shoes.
Helen
Helenhttps://www.trailandkale.com/
One of Trail & Kale's co-founders, a mom, and guardian of our resident trail dog, Kepler, Helen can be found trail running with Kepler and enjoying road runs with her mini in a jogging stroller, all while testing out the latest running gear for our readers.

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