TRIATHLON
Product 2017
Man

COMPRESSPORT R2v2

FIRST

What hits you first about the R2v2 compression calves is the softness of the fabric, essentially made up of Polyamide, Elasthane and Polysester. You quickly forget you are wearing them because of how comfortable and lightweight they are. They really are extremely pleasant to wear.

 

Unlike some brands the R2v2 by Compressport is woven in one single piece, there are no different densities in the weave: therefore the pressure is homogenous across the calf and there isn’t any stiffness. You don’t have the feeling you’re wearing a straightjacket. What’s the downside? You sometimes get the feeling that the sleeve isn’t doing its job and that it isn’t compressing correctly: which is false, the calf muscles are held firmly and the benefits are noticeable.

 

We tested them over several months, trail running and triathlon on long distances. We were converted to using this type of product for more a year due to a calf injury and intensive training. As much as the concept is used on shorts or sleeves (except for kayaking) where they didn’t seem that beneficial, for the calf muscles the benefits are clear and noticeable.

 

During long efforts in an upright position, the blood does of course have a tendency to stay low down in the body, filling up those lovely voluminous calf muscles! The vein return flow is improved by wearing compression sleeves, which help eliminate lactic acid and toxins.

 

The compression sleeves also limit muscle vibrations from running due to their support. There are also other advantages that are not necessarily showcased by the brands: leg protection against brambles, bushes and rocks, thermal protection in the first strides (the calf muscles are kept warm even if the compression sleeves are breathable) AND they are a handy defense against the notorious tick.

The R2v2 are very easy to put on, they are especially recommended for triathlon: fast to put on in the transition area after the swim (you could probably swim with them too because the materials are water-repellent).

 

You just pull the top tab and they slide on. This tab is not only useful for pulling on the sleeves but it means that you know immediately where the front and the back are! This is not always obvious with some brands. The bands around the ankle and under the knee are very comfortable, not too tight and hold the sleeve in place perfectly.

 

The breathability of the sleeves is irreproachable; we tested them on a semi-marathon on a boiling hot day. They also dry extremely quickly.

 

So what did we find wrong with these R2v2 from Compressport? Admittedly not much! If you want to really pick hairs maybe you’d say that there are a couple of threads that are badly finished or which have that “finished quickly” look. Some of the colors have a tendency to run after washing, for example the red ones with white borders have a tendency to run turning the white borders a little pink.

 

But in terms of performance, support, comfort and recovery, these R2v2 are outstanding for endurance sports. They win our FIRST Award hands down. We never take of the R2v2 now!

 

"In terms of performance, support, comfort and recovery, these R2v2 are outstanding for endurance sports. They win our FIRST Award hands down. We never take of the R2v2 now!"

Rating

  • 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
  • EASE OF PULLING ON
    9
  • COMFORT
    9
  • SUPPORT
    8
  • BREATHABILTY
    8
  • DURABILITY
    8
  • RECOVERY
    8

Price : 35

Weight

37 gr

Overall Rating

8.33

LONG TERM TEST

We used this equipment over a long period of time
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