Summer riding tops that aren't clingy

[Stenners]

What do you all wear for riding in the summer? I'm always so concious of my "mum tum" so I don't want anything clingy - I'd love to be able to wear baselayers all day long but only feel comfy If i have a gilet or something over the top with them! So looking for something a bit more forgiving/baggy/flattering!

 

[CobsaGooden]

Following as I’m the same! Hate the cling on my wobbly mum tum but like to be cool.

 

[Stenners]

Following as I’m the same! Hate the cling on my wobbly mum tum but like to be cool.

I live in hoodies in the winter for riding as covers everything up and usually have a gilet over any tight t shirt in the summer and end up boiling hot!!

 

[Nasicus]

If you're not fashion conscious when doing yard related things, I just buy oversized mens t-shirts. Nice and baggy to hide the chub, big armholes so no constricted sweaty pits, and no clingy nonsense so plenty of ventilation lol
Usually just these ones, cheap enough to not have to care if they get grubby/oily/stained:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B003BSCHTA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1&psc=1

 

[Stenners]

I do quite like the sleeveless baselayers - i got a couple of aubrion ones which aren't too bad but all the le mieux stuff seems sooo clingy!

 

[NinjaPony]

Primark do sports t shirts for very little money and they are brilliant. Nice and loose but made of a lightweight wicking type fabric so you don’t get all gross and sweaty. I wear those for riding, and basic oversized T-shirts for yard work.

 

[Penguin_Toes]

I don't find these clingy, especially because I size up, they are very light and flowy

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Under-Armour-Womens-T-shirt-Metallic/dp/B07YXLCB1W/ref=asc_df_B07YXLCB1W/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=518630616955&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17059670897975948396&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1006648&hvtargid=pla-1163246272920&mcid=b9625a2c20f4344a9aec27c15fda583f&th=1&psc=1

 

[Stenners]

I don't find these clingy, especially because I size up, they are very light and flowy

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Under-Armour-Womens-T-shirt-Metallic/dp/B07YXLCB1W/ref=asc_df_B07YXLCB1W/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=518630616955&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17059670897975948396&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1006648&hvtargid=pla-1163246272920&mcid=b9625a2c20f4344a9aec27c15fda583f&th=1&psc=1

Ooh these look good and they are on offer!

 

[Abacus]

If the weather is very warm I often wear sleeveless running tops which tend not to be tight. Easily found cheaply at Amazon or the cheap sports shops, or you can spend more if you want.

Things like this:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/DANISH-ENDURANCE-Sustainable-Fitness-Workout/dp/B084PZSRB8/ref=sr_1_10?crid=2WK9ITQTRGIAZ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2mBOSRjRv4RLIu4zc3S-Df-mTfnGkVpv5eAK0IwGyf-aPZx2qfIi-7DjCfzy_OXkDZkhFRJKCU0NoV9Upjb2AcyK6SuZPvnFCkjVac6qslhRnUIEPOZB18m8_4VB2IKivbe76rCTBDZszRo_n2OAE30ZWjWnEsvYA6baaSEUlrrWiGT3M_gGZxB-3W3XKivP5Kxns81xZMO6sMLjUzYuReSleYVnzomJwthoCkWtqGzcw5ucpHMehHAFEimXbfP73ZU1Qmd-2trRt2BIYrsTC1D3zQconRAaS3pkdWGx3-Q.lukOejXlDFggdvaZEwsnkOvTULgksjhxSJWU2Cd5Mg8&dib_tag=se&keywords=sleeveless%2Brunning%2Btop&qid=1715178264&sprefix=sleevelss%2Brunning%2Btip%2Caps%2C70&sr=8-10&th=1&psc=1

Some have built in bras which is quite nice for fewer straps.

 

[SilverLinings]

I don't buy riding-specific tops. In the summer I wear cotton shirts (short sleeved or 3/4 length sleeves) or collared t-shirts/polo shirts. The cotton shirts are definitely the coolest IMO, and can be bought from loads of different places at a price and pattern/design to suit you. Definitely avoid polyester ones though, it is worth paying a little more for cotton. If you don't like ironing then linen would be an excellent alternative, but it tends to be more expensive than cotton.

 

[gryff]

Women's Sprint City Lightweight Hoodie Moonlight Denim Marl

Lightweight and quick drying, our Sprint Hoodie. provides the warmth without the bulk. Featuring a l

www.dare2b.com

I really like these. I've got them in a load of different colours. They are a lovely shape.and base layer type material.

 

[PinkvSantaboots]

Sleeveless shirts are quite nice I've also got quite a few equestrian sleeveless tops cavallo one is really thin and cool.

 

[Stenners]

Women's Sprint City Lightweight Hoodie Moonlight Denim Marl

Lightweight and quick drying, our Sprint Hoodie. provides the warmth without the bulk. Featuring a l

www.dare2b.com

I really like these. I've got them in a load of different colours. They are a lovely shape.and base layer type material.

These look nice for when its cooler too!

 

[Squeak]

I'm old fashioned and just wear polo shirts although in really hot weather they are a bit hotter than just a tshirt.

 

[gryff]

These look nice for when its cooler too!

I live in them. So easy to wear and wash.

 

[Tarragon]

Another old-fashioned polo top person, always look smart. Think of the airtec tops you used to wear for school sports. I have two that I got in 2008 for a camp I went to - still going strong!

 

[taraj]

Another vote for the Under Armour tops. Also for smarter wear i find the Ariat sleeveless polos good as more of an "air tech" material so not clingy, also a tad longer, can always size up

 

[94lunagem]

Another polo shirt wearer here. Either short sleeve or sleeveless, I’m very fair and like having a collar so the sun doesn’t catch the back of my neck.

 

[toppedoff]

Sports direct have good baselayers!

 

[Bernster]

Polo shirts for me mainly. Ariat do some nice long sleeved thin tops like the sun stopper that aren’t too clingy.

 

[lynz88]

I wear gym clothes/tops. I just bought a bunch of super bright UA tops from Sports Direct as they were on sale. Perfect for riding out

 

[southerncomfort]

The Rydale polos aren't fitted or clingy.

I bought one a size or two up and I wear it, and a Horseware t-shirt- also a size too big - all summer.

 

[dorsetladette]

I wear non branded hoodies in winter and cotton T shirts in summer. I've just picked up a few more from next for £7 each.

I have a wobbly tummy and don't like it on show. I also hate anything tight round my upper arms.

 

[TheOldTrout]

I just wear loose fitting teeshirts. I got some of them from market stalls or I've also bought some from charities - most recently I got one from Healing Hands Network, who I volunteer for in Bosnia. I wear them for yoga as well.

 

[Glitter's fun]

Polo shirts here too.

 

[teapot]

Ariat sunstopper tops are fab or their sleeveless polos

 

[Zoeypxo]

Ariat sunstoppers are relatively baggy

 

[Alibear]

Another Ariat sun sunstoppers fan is here. They last really well too.

 

[Lady Jane]

Useful post. My problem is I want sleeveless and if I size up they are too long and low and I'm a bit old for the 'showing a bit of bra' look. Childrens have mostly got pictures or something. My last buy was about 4 years ago and I had to shorten them all at the shoulder to lift them. I'm 5'2 and would normally buy an 8 but buy 10 to make sure they are loose and cool. Also want cheap! Just ordered some from Amazon, will report back....... I like the look of the short sleeve ones suggested by @Penguin_Toes when I need more short sleeves

 

[lynz88]

I get this problem being almost flat chested but dont lile clingy gym tops. I think it's totally acceptable to have a sports bra that shows no matter the age tbh