So, I'm in the market for a full-length pair of CW-X tights. I like the feel of the Pro 3/4 length tights I have for running, and the stabilyx insulator tights are great for snowboarding. I like their selector for activities and movement to tights, differentiating the kinds of side to side vs. up and down sorts of movements in things like skiing/snowboarding vs. running.

So, I'm debating three pairs: Expert, Pro, and the new SUPER FANCY PANTS, the Revolution. The Pro looks like a step up from the Expert, but someone suggested it may not be worth the money. I chose the Pro the first time based on what was available in 3/4 length and the additional knee/hamstring support, but that was before I started running barefoot(ish). I will be wearing them almost exclusively for running (or walking, hiking, etc, similar movements) in my five fingers.

My only problems with the Pro are the seams. I have worn through the thigh seams in two pairs (I prefer to say that I have "cycling thighs" that I try to jam into runners tights ), and these are expensive tights. The Revolution are twice as expensive (!!), but they are also much lighter, so I'm wondering if the construction in the seams has changed. On the other hand, the webbing pattern in the Revolution is slightly different (looks like the Pro might have some better glute support), and they are pink trim.

Anyone tried the Revolution tights? Any difference in the construction?

Any recommendations for reinforcing the seams without introducing a material to the outside that will chafe and ruin the lycra, or be irritating on the inside of the tights?