KNOW YOUR TECH: Reebok PlayIce

KNOW YOUR TECH breaks down the scientific technology used in your favorite sneakers and activewear.

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KNOW YOUR TECH breaks down the scientific technology used in your favorite sneakers and activewear. Let’s demystify your next purchase: today’s technology is Reebok PlayIce. This apparel technology is used in the brand's running apparel, including their Reebok One line, to deliver a dry, comfortable fit. Although fall is quickly approaching, suiting up in well-ventilated, moisture managing gear is always advisable for comfort.

What is it? PlayIce is a technology used in Reebok's running apparel to deliver a breathable, dry, and comfortable fit. For runners, even in lower temperatures, body heat can build quickly and lead to sweat and irritation. With Reebok PlayIce, the clothing is strategically designed to ventilate athletes during high-intensity runs.

How does it work? Through the use of ventilation cutouts, moisture wicking fabrics, and the overall construction of PlayIce apparel, the technology helps to release heat and keep runners comfortable for the entire duration of their trek.

Notable products: Reebok One Long Tight, Reebok One Compression Short, Reebok One Stretch Top, Reebok One 2-in-1 Short

Bottom line: Whether you're in an area where the temperatures have begun to fall or not, Reebok PlayIce technology is a suitable choice for staying dry during your runs.

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