Product Overview
The Rhino junior long-sleeve baselayer is an essential piece of performance apparel designed to provide young athletes with a reliable thermal foundation. Engineered to fit like a second skin, this turtleneck garment acts as a temperature-regulating layer that keeps the wearer warm and dry during training or competition in cold conditions. By managing moisture and maintaining a consistent body temperature, it allows the wearer to focus entirely on their performance rather than the elements.
Key Features
- Thermal Regulation: Maintains a consistent body temperature to prevent overheating or chilling during intense physical activity.
- Moisture Wicking: The fabric actively draws sweat away from the skin, ensuring the wearer remains dry and comfortable.
- Aids Recovery: The compression-style fit helps support muscles and can assist in reducing post-exercise fatigue.
- Raglan Sleeve Design: Specifically shaped to follow the natural contours of the shoulder, providing a full range of motion for reaching, throwing, or running.
- Quick-Drying Fabric: The easy-care material ensures the garment is ready to use again shortly after washing.
Design & Performance
Constructed from a blend of 90% polyester and 10% spandex, this baselayer offers a sophisticated balance of durability and elasticity. The medium-weight fabric provides a soft touch against the skin while maintaining the resilience needed for high-contact sports like rugby and football. The inclusion of spandex ensures the garment retains its shape and fit even after repeated use, while the turtleneck design offers extended coverage and protection against wind chill. Performance is further enhanced by the lightweight nature of the material, which avoids adding unnecessary bulk under a team jersey or jacket.
Why No Customisation?
We provide this specific baselayer as a non-customised item to protect the technical integrity of the garment. Due to the high spandex content and the 'second skin' compression fit, traditional embroidery or heat-applied transfers can interfere with the fabric's ability to stretch and breathe. By keeping the garment in its original form, we ensure that the moisture-wicking properties and the athlete's range of motion remain entirely uncompromised.
Use Cases
This baselayer is versatile enough for a wide variety of junior sports and outdoor activities. It is particularly effective for field sports such as football, rugby, hockey, and cricket, where maintaining core warmth is vital during the winter months. It also serves as an excellent base layer for winter sports, cycling, and equestrian activities, providing a sleek profile that layers easily under outer garments.
Why MyWorkwear
Since 1976, MyWorkwear has been a trusted provider of high-quality apparel for businesses and individuals across the UK. Operating from our specialized facility in Telford, we bring decades of textile expertise to every product we select. Our heritage is built on an understanding of performance and durability, ensuring that the clothing we supply meets the rigorous demands of our customers.
Practical Advice
When selecting a size for a junior athlete, keep in mind that this garment is designed for a compression fit. It should be snug against the body to function correctly as a baselayer. For those between sizes or who prefer a slightly less restrictive feel, we recommend moving up one size. Layering this piece under a standard training top or waterproof shell will provide the best results for heat retention.
Caring for your product
To maintain the performance characteristics of the polyester and spandex blend, it is essential to wash this garment at a low temperature. High heat can damage the elastic fibres, leading to a loss of the 'second skin' fit and reducing the garment's lifespan.
We advise washing with similar colours to prevent any dye transfer. Under no circumstances should bleach be used, as it will break down the synthetic fibres and ruin the fabric's moisture-wicking capabilities.
The garment should be air-dried rather than tumble-dried. Tumble drying can cause significant shrinkage and may warp the raglan sleeves. Furthermore, dry cleaning is not recommended, as the harsh chemicals involved can degrade the soft finish of the fabric.
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