The harrier tank is one of Tracksmith’s signature running tops. I have the previous generation of the harrier tank (worn here and here), but recently picked one up in the updated, currently available model.
Compared to the past version, this one is quite a bit lighter. It’s made of merino and just a little bit of elastane for stretch. Although it’s fairly light, the merino fabric does not feel cheap or flimsy to me, it’s quite nice. You’ll notice it’s thick enough to cover up vibrant colors underneath, so even though it’s light, it’s still substantial rather than tissue paper thin. The teal color is absolutely gorgeous–it’s even prettier in real life!
Every merino sweater I’ve tried makes me itch, but for whatever reason, this tank is incredibly comfortable. It’s not even slightly irritating on my skin. It feels as nice as my comfiest tee, but without the heavy, wet feel of cotton.
I bought the harrier in XS–I’m normally XS or XXS depending on what’s available. It’s meant to fit slightly relaxed but isn’t baggy. If you’re between sizes, either would work, just go up or down depending on whether you’d like the fit to be more or less relaxed. The previous generation and current generation are comparable in terms of fit, it’s just the fabric that’s changed. You’ll also notice that the hem is cut relatively short. I’m 5’3″ and it’s not ultra-long on me. If you’re on the tall side, don’t expect extra length. I like the shorter length since it means no extra fabric bunched around my hips.
I’ve taken this top out on several runs and it’s one of my favorites. It’s so light and breezy, meaning it works nicely even when the weather is quite warm. I wore my pack on one run with this tank, but I have not noticed any pilling on the tank as a result, which is a great sign.
I also own Tracksmith’s brighton tank, which also contains merino, but the two are completely different in terms of both feel and fit. The brighton stretches more and is a bit thinner due to their differences in fabric content. Overall, it drapes quite a bit differently as well. The brighton feels closer to a lululemon swiftly tank (though they’re not quite the same!) while the harrier feels more like a casual tank (that happens to have high performance characteristics). I love them both, though for different reasons.
Overall, I love this tank and would absolutely recommend it! It’s currently available in 5 colors on Tracksmith’s website.
Outfit details
Tracksmith harrier tank – teal
Lululemon speed shorts – spring has sprung (old)
Garmin Fenix 5s
Brooks PureCadence 6 – evening blue
chiming in as someone with a long torso – this tank was lovely material but did NOT work on me at all. it was too short and the curved front hem was so so strange looking and was sort of like an arrow to the crotch region (it’s more of a pointed curve, not as even rounded curve). also i found the placement of the big white square logo (just off center on the front) to be odd. such a bummer but i do love the brighton tank! i hope they come out with more brighton colors soon!!!
p.s. will we see an NZ summary soon? puleeeeease????
Ahh yeah I could see the hem contouring getting a bit funny. Perks of being short I guess?? :)
Hopefully I’ll get my s@*& together for an NZ recap soon. SO. MANY. PICTURES.
I think the top looks cute and comfortable and the color is great, but…what’s up with that big square label on the front? It’s really distracting. Could it be easily removed?
I absolutely hate that label too. First thing I noticed in these pictures. The color is stunning though.
glad im not the only one!!
I was just about to write a comment saying the same thing!
I really don’t like the label in the front!
It appears to only be sewn down, not adhered in any way. If you’re brave enough to use a seam ripper on it, I bet you could get it off. It doesn’t bother me enough to risk it though!
I LOVE Tracksmith’s merino tops and they have held up really well with many washes/drys (low heat). I’m glad they are starting to cut the arm holes a bit more modestly on the tanks and starting to offer more short sleeve options for women.
Yes, I think the arm holes are juuuust right. Short sleeves options are great for a little extra sun protection–I need to get some more.
I like tracksmith’s aesthetic quite a lot, and I have some of their merino tanks and a pair of shorts thanks to a review you did several months ago.
If any of you are looking at sizing, I think their lines run small-ish. I’m a size 4 at Lululemon and a 2 in street clothes, and I wear a small in TS.
Also, totally agree on the square label on the front of this tank. It’s a little odd. I do like the embroidered rabbit. :)
Yeah, I tend to agree on sizing. It does seem to vary a lot from style to style, but overall tends toward the smaller side. Thanks for adding your experience there!