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Athleta · Thermal tight · Mid-range

Athleta Rainier Legging

Treeline's top all-around women's winter tight: a brushed, compressive legging with secure zip pockets and sizes up to 3X in three lengths. The current version adds reflectivity.

List price
$129On 2026-10-26 Athleta showed $119, marked down from $129, plus 20% off at checkout. Treeline listed $119.
Fits
Women's
Warmth
Midweight
Wind
None
Water
None
Visibility
Reflective details
Temperature range
20 to 40°F (−7 to 4°C) Our estimate from the construction
Best for
Women who want an everyday cold-weather tight with inclusive sizing and secure pockets for dark-morning runs.
Not for
Deep cold or strong wind without an extra layer, or shoppers on a tight budget.

Downsides

  • Pricier than budget tights
  • Athleta's page doesn't list fiber content
  • Treeline tested an earlier version

Specs

MaterialsSuperSonic compression fabric with brushed interior (fiber content not shown on Athleta's page; Treeline lists recycled polyester and Lycra)
InseamPetite, Regular, Tall lengths (Treeline: 25, 27 or 30 in)
RiseHigh (Treeline table)
PocketsSide zip pockets plus an earbud pocket
Ankle zipsNone listed
SizesXXS-3X
Style number1179346

Features

  • Brushed-interior SuperSonic compression fabric
  • Secure side zip pockets plus an earbud pocket
  • Reflective details, increased over the prior version
  • Continuous drawstring and no front seam
  • Sizes XXS-3X in Regular, Petite and Tall lengths

What reviewers say

  1. Best Overall, tested as the Rainier Reflective Tight / Rainier Legging. Testers liked the waistband, which stays put without pinching, plus wind resistance, breathability, pockets, broad sizing and reflectivity. Price was the main knock.

    Treeline Review: 9 Best Women's Winter Running Leggings of 2026 (Tested) · Feb 12, 2026

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