Crew and Rowing Long Sleeve Shirts
Quick Answer- Moisture-wicking long sleeves for cold-morning training.
- Cotton long sleeves for casual fall and spring layering.
- Sun-protective layer for long endurance pieces in spring and summer.
- No minimum, US-printed, ships in about a week.
Crew and rowing long sleeve shirts cover the early-morning fall and spring training window: 5:30 AM at the dock, 45 degrees, sun not yet up. They also serve as the sun-protective layer for long aerobic pieces in summer. Bear Grips Pro Shops carries moisture-wicking and cotton long sleeve options with no minimum order, US-printed, ships in about a week.
Best Long Sleeve Shirts for Rowing Teams
- Sport-Tek Men's Moisture-Wicking Long Sleeve. Performance polyester long sleeve. Fast-drying, breathes during workouts. Free base $35.95, VIP base $29.88.
- Sport-Tek Youth Performance Long Sleeve. Youth-sized performance long sleeve. Free base $35.95.
- Bella+Canvas Long Sleeve Cotton Shirt. Cotton long sleeve for casual boathouse layering. Free base $35.94, VIP base $29.88.
- Bear Grips Perfect Soft Crewneck Sweatshirt. Slightly heavier crewneck sweatshirt as an alternative to a true long sleeve. Free base $40.96.
Long Sleeve vs Quarter-Zip vs Crewneck
Three cold-weather mid-layer styles for rowing teams:
- Long sleeve tee. Lightest. Wears as a base or solo layer in mild cold. The Sport-Tek Moisture-Wicking Long Sleeve is the standard pick.
- Quarter-zip pullover. Mid-weight. Sport-Tek Men's Performance Quarter-Zip Pullover handles colder mornings with the option to vent at the neck during the workout. Free base $35.95.
- Crewneck sweatshirt. Heaviest. Bear Grips Perfect Soft Crewneck Sweatshirt for the coldest pre-practice layer.
Most boathouses stock all three. Each rower picks based on temperature and personal preference.
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Sun-Protective Long Sleeves for Summer Rowing
Rowing sessions in June, July, and August often run 90+ minutes on the water under direct sun. Many rowers (especially fair-skinned masters rowers and competitive juniors who practice 12 to 16 hours a week) prefer a lightweight long sleeve to a tank for sun protection.
The Sport-Tek Men's Moisture-Wicking Long Sleeve runs lightweight enough for summer wear and the polyester provides UV resistance compared to cotton. Stock in white, cream, or light grey for the lightest, coolest summer sun-protective layer.
Long Sleeve Design Direction for Rowing Teams
- Team logo on chest, team name on back. Standard team layout.
- Boat-and-oars graphic large on the back. Heritage rowing iconography.
- Sleeve hits. Class year or seat position on one or both sleeves.
- Heritage script on the upper back. School or club name in heritage cursive across the shoulder.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best long sleeve for fall rowing practice?
The Sport-Tek Men's Moisture-Wicking Long Sleeve. Lightweight, breathes during workouts, holds the team logo crisp.
Can a long sleeve be worn as a sun layer in summer rowing?
Yes. Lightweight polyester long sleeves in light colors (white, cream, light grey) provide UV protection without overheating. Many summer rowers prefer them to tanks for long aerobic pieces in direct sun.
Are youth-sized long sleeves available?
Yes. The Sport-Tek Youth Performance Long Sleeve is available for junior rowing programs.
How fast do rowing team long sleeves ship?
Most orders ship in 3 to 5 business days and arrive in about a week.
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