Here's the thing. Both sides are really arguing about the same goal: keeping your tee looking good and lasting. The protective folks assume you have time and space to baby your clothes. The convenience folks assume you don't. Neither is wrong, but they're not addressing the same situation.

What gets lost is that most damage comes from heat and friction, not from washing per se. You can wash in cold water and still ruin a tee by overdrying it on high. You can air dry and still get a twisted hem if you wring it out violently. The method matters less than the care you take within it.

Also, the convenience side often ignores the print. Heat is brutal on graphics. If you've got a favorite Windbar design on your chest, you really want to minimize dryer time. That's non-negotiable for preserving the look.