WaveWear
Find Your WaveWear: Compare Shorts, Leggings & Sleeves
WaveWear combines compression sportswear with AlignX™ adhesive silicone taping printed inside the fabric. The silicone is designed to contact your skin. Start with the area you want covered, then choose the length and fit you prefer.
Quick answer: choose SL20 oder SY20 for thigh and hamstring taping in shorts; CL20 oder CY20 for knee and hamstring taping in capri leggings; and L30 oder Y30 for knee and calf taping in full-length leggings.
Compare men's shorts and leggings
| Stil | Länge | Taping areas | Choose it when |
|---|---|---|---|
| SL20 | Komprimierungsshorts | Thighs and hamstrings | You prefer shorts, deep side pockets and grip bands at the waist and leg hems. |
| CL20 | 3/4 Capri | Knees and hamstrings | You want a below-knee cut, side pockets and a back zip pocket. |
| L30 | Full-length leggings | Knees and calves | You want calf coverage, mesh behind the knees and a back zip pocket. |
CL20 and L30 are not simply different lengths of the same taping layout. CL20 has hamstring taping; L30 has calf taping. Choose the layout before choosing the length.
Compare women's shorts and leggings
| Stil | Länge | Taping areas | Choose it when |
|---|---|---|---|
| SY20 | Bikershorts | Thighs and hamstrings | You prefer shorts with a high waist and side pockets. |
| CY20 | 3/4 Capri | Knees and hamstrings | You want knee coverage with a shorter cut than full-length leggings. |
| Y30 | Full-length leggings | Knees and calves | You want knee and calf coverage, a high waist and pockets on both sides. |
For a closer comparison, read Y30 vs CY20 vs SY20.
Keep your usual outfit: choose a sleeve or a top
- K2-Knieschoner: knee coverage with built-in silicone taping and grip bands at both ends. Sold as one sleeve, for either knee.
- C2 Kalbärmel: calf coverage with silicone taping and graduated compression. Sold as one pair; either sleeve can be worn on either leg.
- T20 men's top: shoulder and back taping in a compression top with a grip hem and mesh underarm panels.
Is WaveWear only for runners?
No. Start with your preferred coverage and the movements in your session. The range includes options for gym training, lifting and cycling as well as running. For example, SL20 offers thigh and hamstring taping without covering the knees; CL20 adds knee coverage; and T20 puts the taping into a training top.
How should I choose my size?
Use the measurements in the size guide for the specific product, rather than assuming your usual clothing size will fit. The silicone needs contact with your skin. Smooth out folds and check the fit while bending and moving. For knee styles, line up the knee design with your kneecap. See the Größentabelle and each product's wear and care instructions.
Does every WaveWear product have silicone taping?
No. Check the product description for AlignX™ taping and its placement. Ordinary compression pieces and accessories in the wider collection do not all use the same construction. This guide compares the nine named AlignX styles above.
How is this different from applying a roll of tape?
With WaveWear, the silicone pattern is already printed inside a reusable garment or sleeve. A roll of kinesiology tape is cut and placed separately, so its placement can be customized. WaveWear's layout is fixed by the product and must line up with the intended body area. Read how AlignX works or visit the Hilfecenter.
WaveWear is sportswear. Choose it for its fit, coverage and construction; it is not a medical brace or a treatment for an injury.