Nike Stride Men's Dri-FIT 1/4-Zip Running Top - Lightweight mid-layer designed by runner feedback

The Nike Stride Men's 1/4-Zip Running Top brings runner-informed design improvements to your essential training layers. Featuring Dri-FIT moisture-wicking technology, UV protection, and enhanced breathability through strategic mesh panels, this lightweight mid-layer combines chafe-reducing raglan sleeves with practical features like thumbholes and reflective details for year-round training versatility.

Enhanced Moisture Management and Breathability

Nike Dri-FIT fabric pulls sweat away from your skin for rapid evaporation, maintaining dryness during sustained efforts. Mesh panels positioned under the arms create escape routes for moisture and heat buildup—crucial zones identified through runner feedback. This combination of moisture-wicking material and strategic ventilation keeps you comfortable across varied training intensities and temperatures. The fabric provides UVA and UVB protection in covered areas, shielding skin during longer outdoor sessions.

Chafe-Free Movement Design

Raglan sleeve construction eliminates traditional shoulder seams that cause friction during repetitive arm movement—a design choice specifically addressing runner-reported chafing issues. This seamless approach allows wider range of motion whilst reducing irritation on extended runs. Updated thumbholes extend coverage over your hands and help hold sleeves positioned during movement, preventing the constant readjustment that disrupts training rhythm. The 1/4-length zipper enables quick ventilation adjustment without removing the layer entirely.

Visibility and Protection

Reflective graphics positioned on the sides and back alongside a reflective Swoosh logo enhance visibility during early morning or evening training sessions. These strategic placements ensure you're seen from multiple angles in low-light conditions.

Key features:

- Nike Dri-FIT moisture-wicking

- Raglan sleeves reduce chafing

- Mesh panels under arms

- UVA and UVB protection

- Updated thumbholes

- 1/4-length zipper

- Lightweight mid-layer

- Reflective graphics (sides and back)

- Reflective Swoosh logo

- Body: 88% polyester/12% spandex

Best for:

- Year-round training layers

- Cool-weather running

- Early morning sessions

- Transitional season training

- UV protection on longer runs

- Versatile mid-layer option

- Runners prone to chafing

Is the Stride 1/4-Zip right for you?

Training outdoors across varying temperatures and needing adaptable mid-layer coverage? This lightweight top suits runners wanting one versatile piece handling cool-weather starts that warm up, transitional seasons, or year-round morning training. The raglan sleeves particularly benefit runners who've experienced chafing with traditional running tops. Perfect for those maintaining consistent outdoor schedules regardless of conditions, runners preferring layering flexibility over heavy jackets, or anyone wanting UV protection combined with moisture management. The thumbholes especially appeal to runners in cooler climates or those training early mornings when extra hand coverage matters before you've properly warmed up.