I'm 6 feet tall, and the UA compression shirts stay tucked in all day, even when I'm heavily active.

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Originally posted by Voshterkoff:
Are the UA brand shirts long enough for taller people to tuck them in without worry of them untucking?

Varies a little bit by style in my experience (UA Heatgear vs Coldgear) but I've been wearing compression shirt / shorts every work day (and most days off) for at least 15 years and I've never had an issue. I'm 6'2". Casual, business casual, business formal, all day.

Funny thing, about the only time I go for the loose fit shirts is when I'm actually working out.

Hi guys,

Thanks again for all the feedback. Appreciate it. I stopped by my local sporting goods store and picked up a couple (white and gray) UA HeatGear Sleeveless tops to try out. I got size XL. I'm wearing one right now under a tshirt. Definitely makes the tshirt feel different. They're exactly what I was looking for. Form-fitting and slick yet I don't feel like a compressed sausage. And it makes a difference in comfort carrying IWB. The length is great I don't see them riding up at all throughout the day. If these work out well I'll pick up several more at the UA Outlet if/when they go on sale. The outlet price is currently the same as I can find anywhere else online or in-store.

Chris

I'm assuming the OP is new to moisture wicking clothing. One of the most important things is to never wash it with fabric softener as its residues clog the wicking which eventually leads to odors. I've found that 1/4 to 1/2 cup of vinegar in lieu of fabric softener works great.

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Originally posted by tatortodd:
I'm assuming the OP is new to moisture wicking clothing.

Thanks for the tip, tatortodd. Yes, I am new to moisture wicking clothing. We never use fabric softeners in the washing machine. We do use Bounce dryer sheets, though. But I don't intend to put these in the dryer anyway so I think I'll be good.

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Originally posted by egregore:
Why compression?

Man-girdle.

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Originally posted by LS1 GTO:
Man-girdle.

No need for a man girdle. But I'm liking the slick/no bulk feeling when compared to typical undershirts.

I wear standard wife beaters under my outer shirts. I'm not a 'brand' guy but Ralph Lauren makes some nice, well made ones. I snag them on Macy's when they go on sale. Perfect for in between my skin and gun/holster. They're not compression but hold in the dad bod sufficiently. More like man spanx.