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The days are getting shorter, the mornings fresher … and right on cue for autumn, a few new SOAR pieces have moved into my wardrobe. Three shirts and three pairs of socks — two genuine staple pieces, one exciting newcomer and the right foundation for the feet, from race day to winter runs.
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Race Tee | Black Kaleidoscope — €130
The Race Tee is the most exciting newcomer in this batch for me. SOAR has essentially translated the Race Vest into T-shirt form — meant for races where a singlet would be too little, in other words: cooler temperatures. The material is the same SPACE3D mesh I know and appreciate from the Race Vest: 89 % recycled polyester, 11 % elastane, Italian fabric with a three-dimensional structure.
The cut is close to the body and “body-mapped”, and the raglan sleeves are meant to keep the arms moving freely at high speed. According to SOAR, the Race Tee can be worn on its own or layered cleanly under or over other pieces. As with the vest, the material plays to its strengths best when it sits close to the body.
Features at a glance:
- SPACE3D mesh made from 89 % recycled polyester
- 3D fabric structure for fast sweat transport
- Close-fitting, “body-mapped” cut
- Raglan sleeves for freedom of arm movement
- Reflective details
For the Race Tee I ordered one size up, exceptionally — in my usual size it would have been really skin-tight. The bigger version still sits nicely close to the body, but doesn’t squeeze. Anyone who likes the Race Vest should feel right at home here … just with sleeves ;)
Long Sleeve Tech T | Cream — €145
The Long Sleeve Tech T is the long-sleeved version of the Tech T and thus SOAR’s training shirt for cooler days. It’s made from a featherweight recycled mesh from Italy — 87 % recycled polyester, 13 % elastane. The elastane in the yarn provides controlled stretch without the shirt losing its shape.
Four panels, bonded seams — which removes the typical chafing spots. Add to that reflective logos front and back and an antibacterial finish against odour. The cut is a standard fit, so not as tight as the race pieces, to let air circulate.
Features at a glance:
- Featherweight recycled Italian mesh
- Four-panel construction with bonded seams
- Antibacterial finish
- Reflective SOAR logos front and back
- Standard fit for free air circulation
For me, the Long Sleeve is an absolute staple piece. When the days get cooler, I wear it on its own — and over the whole winter it stays in use as one of my layers. That versatility is exactly the appeal: a shirt that never really sits in the closet from September to March … :)
Eco Tech T | Grey — €120
The Eco Tech T is SOAR’s everyday training shirt — quick-drying, light and made for the umpteenth repetition. Technically it’s the short-sleeved counterpart to the Long Sleeve: the same recycled mesh with 87 % polyester and 13 % elastane, the same construction. What’s new is mainly the colours — the shirt now comes in nine variants, and I went with grey.
The four-panel construction and bonded seams provide a smooth, low-friction fit even on long runs. The antibacterial finish keeps the shirt fresh over several runs, and reflective logos front and back help in the twilight.
Features at a glance:
- Lightweight recycled Italian mesh
- Bonded seams
- Antibacterial finish
- Reflective SOAR logos front and back
- Standard fit
The Eco Tech T is a staple piece for me too — on its own in summer, and in autumn happily worn over the Long Sleeve, as in the photo. The two shirts simply complement each other, because they’re made from the same material and nothing gets in the way. And the new colours bring a bit of variety to the rotation ;)
Sock Trio: Merino Crew Sock, Race Sock and Ankle Race Sock — €35 to €40
With the socks I’ve stocked up in two directions at once: warmth for winter and lightweight material for races. The Merino Crew Sock (€40) is 70 % merino wool, complemented by 25 % polyester and 5 % elastane. A thicker rib cuff keeps things warm, and terry padding at the heel, toe and sole provides extra cushioning and insulation.
The Race Sock (€40) and the Ankle Race Sock (€35) are the new race-day generation. Both use a three-yarn construction, an ultra-thin profile and reinforced heels and toes. The Race Sock is cut to mid-calf (60 % PES, 30 % PA, 10 % EL), while the ankle version ends just above the ankle bone (70 % PES, 25 % PA, 5 % EL) and adds a light compression band around the arch of the foot.
Features at a glance:
- Merino Crew Sock: 70 % merino, temperature-regulating and odour-resistant
- Merino Crew Sock: thicker rib cuff, terry padding at heel, toe and sole
- Race Sock / Ankle Race Sock: three-yarn construction, ultra-thin profile
- Race Sock / Ankle Race Sock: reinforced heel and toe
- Ankle Race Sock: light compression band around the arch
The merino socks are already preparation for winter. For me, merino socks run from autumn through spring, because they regulate the climate around the foot so well — warm when it’s cold, but not too warm when it turns mild in between.
The Race Socks are the exact opposite: thin, but still padded in the right places. And they fit perfectly — nothing slips, nothing bunches up. Exactly what I want from a sock on race day … I don’t want to notice them at all :)
Verdict — well equipped for autumn and winter
This selection, too, shows what SOAR stands for: thought-through details instead of frills. The Long Sleeve and Eco Tech T are the reliable workhorses in training for me, and the Race Tee finally brings the Race Vest feeling into the cooler season. The socks cover both ends — merino for winter, the thin Race Socks for the fast days.
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Author and owner of Harlerunner.de. A runner for over ten years, with more than 100 races under his belt – ranging from 5 km to half-marathons – and having tested over 500 products to date. No lab tests – everything is based on real-world training in and around Coesfeld. Everything you read here is something he has personally worn on his feet, on his body, on his wrist or in his ear.
