In Re: Skirts

hello, again. 

yes, i am back for more.  i was going to space out some of my initial posts, lest everyone get the idea that i will be writing every day.  that's just not feasible, as i have things to do and skirts to wear.  but, according to facebook feed, there are some misconceptions about skirts i think i need to clear up right now. 

running skirts especially have built-in compression shorts.  many other types of athletic skirts do as well.  i am thinking of a certain mountain hardware skirt i have (my 'hiking skirt') which is a pair of looser-fitting shorts with a sheer, quick-dry skirt on top. 

the compression shorts should eliminate the need for body-glide or other anti-chafe gels.  in fact, the compression shorts/ skirt combo often work better than suit skirts or any other types of skirts in the chafing department. 

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the best part about a good running skirt is that the skirt and/or the shorts underneath are lighter weight fabric than separate shorts-and-skirt combo.  (except for nike running skirts, which are incredibly thick) lovely for the summer, when you really want to be wearing short, spandex shorts but don't have the inner thighs, wherewithall, and confidence to do so.  also, why would you, when you can wear a skirt?!

other skirts i love are tennis skirts.  the fit can be more difficult, since the material has a greater stretch and can often be more loose-fitting.  contrary to what your love handles might imply, you really want a tighter fit when running to doing other athletic activities. 

under armour makes a super great tennis skirt, with the spandex being particularly spandex-y.  other tidbit about tennis skirts is that then can be a bit longer than a running skirt.  so if you don't like that, or are short (like i am) pay close attention to the length.

so that's my skirt review.  for now at least.  we're packing for a trip to mt. greylock in western mass this weekend.  should be a serious hike, complete with 20 lb pack, pack in and out camping, and the dog.  there may or may not be a skirt involved.

for now, i took the dog out tonight . . .

. . . and i did it in a skirt!