Best running shorts on Reddit
221 reviews from r/running, r/lululemon, r/XXRunning and 13 more subreddits
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#1
Lululemon
4.6
(49)
"I swear by the Lulu Align 6” bike shorts. Only ones I’ve found that don’t ride up my thunder thighs."
"They’re the most popular short for good reason."
"Honestly try the Pace Breakers!"
"Hotty hots especially."
"Swift speed shorts (if they ever come back)."
"I personally find the Wonder Train series the best for running."
"I have two different lululemon pairs."
"I love Lululemon’s shorts!! Both the like legging king and the traditional running shorts."
"Janji, Lululemon, and Rabbit are the best, in that order."
"Fast and free shorts all the way!! I definitely prefer them over speed ups."
#2
Brooks
4.4
(16)
"Brooks Sherpa or Path Projects."
"What I found working really well was brooks sherpa medium."
"Brooks Sherpas or Nike Flex Stride (both 5”) are my go tos."
"Brooks Sherpa. Patagonia Strider Pro."
"Really comfy, no chafing."
"Brooks Sherpa have served me well as a 2 in 1 short."
"Brooks Sherpa? Love them, but I take noassatall daily."
"I swear by the Brooks Chaser 7, they're longer than some people like."
"My favorite combo right now is path projects 5” base liner + brooks Sherpa shorts."
"I like Brooks Sherpa shorts."
#3
Patagonia
4.5
(15)
"I have pretty big thighs and while more of a weightlifter/ cyclist than runner, when I do run I find Patagonia Strider Pros in 5 inch are great."
"Patagonia running shorts!"
"Patagonia Strider Pros. Looks great, comfortable, has FOUR stretch pockets."
"Patagonia Nine Trails. I love the zipper pockets."
"Only shorts I go running in! Picked up a couple more while they were on sale too."
"Only shorts I go running in!"
"Patagonia has the best shorts!!"
"Patagonia Strider Pros have some major utility to them."
"I would I run in Patagonia baggies for a bit."
"Patagonia endless run shorts are great."
#4
Nike
4.1
(15)
"I use 2 in 1 shorts from either Nike or Adidas."
"Nike Aeroswift"
"Nike Run Division ADV"
"Nike shorts with the 3 inch inseam liner!"
"Nike tempo,or lululemon has a fast and free split short"
"What worked for me was the asics, nike and puma."
"Nike has three and four inch running shorts for men."
"The two that work were Lulu Lemon and Nike."
"I'm a fan of Nike's Tempo shorts."
"Been super happy with my Nike Flex Stride shorts."
#5
Baleaf
4.2
(13)
"I use baleaf bike shorts (non padded). They have two crazy deep side pockets."
"Baleaf are my go to."
"Baleaf on Amazon has a great lineup of outdoor/exercise apparel and impossibly low prices for the quality of fabric and stitching."
"Baleaf running shorts are my go to right now."
"For inexpensive I run in this brand on Amazon- baleaf."
"I really like Baleaf bike shorts (not the padded-butt ones)."
"I like the Baleaf brand on Amazon."
"Baleaf! It's a go-to brand from Amazon for me."
"I like the Baleaf bike shorts."
"I use Baleaf. Zipper pocket on back will fit most phones and a house key."
#6
Decathlon
4.3
(10)
"Try mo decathlon shorts and HTP drifit shorts."
"I've been using Decathlon running shorts since 2018."
"Https://www.decathlon.ca/fr/p/8325702/short-de-course-homme-dry-noir#/?queryID=311fe0e94c64e08bdbb94756352362e8"
"I get decathlon stuff or wait for Nike to go on sale for a sub-P1000 price."
"Madami silang murang option for running shorts."
"Maraming varieties"
"Decathlon meron."
"I'd recommend decathlon or under armour."
"Try wearing compression shorts beneath your running shorts."
"I use the 5 Euro shorts from decathlon...besides the side effect if I have been slacking in running to get more chalfed when doing speed workout, I have no complaints."
#7
Oiselle
4.8
(9)
"Oiselle makes some great shorts for running"
"[Oiselle Pocket Jogger shorts] are my all time favorite."
"I love oiselle long roga shorts."
"Seconding Oiselle."
"GAME CHANGER. I no longer have to worry about my thighs chafing even on long runs."
"For Women Oiselle pocket joggers."
"For women, the oiselle pocket joggers are my must haves."
"I also like the long loose oiselle shorts."
"I like the Oiselle pocket jogger shorts! Only shorts that never ride up for me and the pockets are amazing."
#8
Path Projects
4.7
(9)
"I like Path Projects shorts with their separate liner."
"They have versions with bigger/more relaxed leg openings."
"PATH Projects all the way."
"My husband wears Path Project shorts with their liners and he loves them."
"Path projects! Sooo great. Separate short from liner, no chafing."
"Small company, made in the USA, and cheaper than nearly every option on here."
"My top picks here: Path projects and Janji."
"I prefer Path Projects - shorts & liner are separate."
"Path Projects makes a short that has a more relaxed fit."
#9
Constantly Varied Gear
4.4
(7)
"The best thing I’ve found for running with my own thick thighs are Constantly Varied Gear shorts."
"They are the only thing that I’ve ever run in that don’t chafe ever."
"Constantly varied gear shorts (the bike shorts/tights/leggings kind) are the only thing that has never chaffed around my waist."
"I'm a fan of CVG shorts."
"My thick thigh friends love Constantly Varied Gear."
"My wife really likes the Constantly Varied Gear shorts."
"Granted they are marketed to women, but my brother wears some of the more unisex patterns."
#10
Rabbit
4.8
(6)
"Rabbit “Catch Me If You Can”"
"Janji, Lululemon, and Rabbit are the best, in that order."
"RunInRabbit 100%. I’ve slowly replaced all my shorts with Rabbit!"
"Check out Rabbit and Oiselle!"
"HIGHLY recommend."
"Many of their options have several pockets and are specifically for running."
#11
Tracksmith
4.7
(6)
"I have yet to rip though a pair of Tracksmith Session shorts. Those are my go to."
"They come in 5" and 7" inseams and both variants have an outer and inner pocket."
"Tracksmith lane 5 tights."
"I love Tracksmith Session shorts, the 5” ones. They are the gold standard imho."
"I have heard that the Tracksmith Session shorts have adequate storage space."
"I love my running kilt."
#12
Janji
4.7
(6)
"Janji, Lululemon, and Rabbit are the best, in that order."
"I have switched from ChicknLegs to Janji and New Balance half tights."
"These Janji half tights are great. Terrific fit, soft fabric, and the extra pockets are :chefskiss:."
"Janji half tights (any half tight brand really) or Tracksmith session shorts."
"Janji’s Groundwork Pace Shorts are amazing."
"I love the Janji Groundwork Pace Shorts but they are a bit expensive."
#13
Amazon
4.6
(5)
"They're by far my favorite running shorts, literally never move and i avoid chub rub, 10/10"
"I have a few pairs of these shorts, and they've been incredibly durable."
"Love the pockets."
"These are comfortable, flattering, and pretty inexpensive on Amazon."
"I just ordered some of these from Amazon. Have never used this brand, but they get good reviews."
#14
T8
4.8
(4)
"T8 Sherpa Shorts from raceya."
"T8 Sherpa shorts 100%."
"The best shorts by far I’ve used are the T8 Sherpa shorts with commando undies."
"T8 Sherpa Shorts"
#16
Target
4.3
(4)
"Targets all in motion brand is a great fit for larger thighs."
"Target all in motion."
"I wear mostly Target branded shorts."
"Target's brand is perfect, specifically the ones with the built in back pocket with a zipper."
#17
Asics
4.0
(4)
"What worked for me was the asics, nike and puma."
"Work great for me."
"I started buying Asics 7" 2-in-1 shorts for exactly this reason and they work great for me."
"Asics makes some great half tights for men, very breathable."
#18
Track That
5.0
(3)
"Track That 5” a size up from your normal lulu short size is LIFE CHANGING."
"Track That 5”!! I have thicker thighs but they are roomy enough that they do not ride up at all."
"Track that 5 inch for sure."
#19
Fabletics
4.7
(3)
"Honestly those fabletics shorts that show up in your Instagram feed are amazing."
"Seconding Fabletics or Lululemon."
"I don’t find that Fabletics shorts ride up at all."
#20
Legends
5.0
(2)
"Legends brand Luka shorts. They come in 5” and 7”."
"I really like the Luka shorts from Legends brands."
#21
PATH Projects
5.0
(2)
"According to ten junk miles, path projects are the best."
"I like PATH Projects shorts (the Sykes 7")."
#22
Running Warehouse
4.5
(2)
"Very good prices and quality compared to what you’d find at your average sporting goods stores."
"Runningwarehouse . Com is my go to for running gear."
#23
Vuori
4.5
(2)
"The absolute best short I've found is Vuori Kore short (5''). Not only do they look great but the compression boxer liner completely disappears when I put them on."
"I've had really good luck with the Vuori Kore short."
#24
New Balance
4.0
(2)
"I like New Balance shorts in general the best."
"New balance din but quite pricey."
#25
Adidas
4.0
(2)
"I wear compression shorts (with a pocket for my phone, wich is absolute gold so it doesn't bounce around) and wear Adidas Own The Run shorts."
"Currently using Adidas Own the Run shorts and those are working really well for me."
#26
Gymshark
4.0
(2)
"Gymshark shorts with pocket zips."
"Sells decent shorts with zippers on the pockets."
#27
H&M
4.0
(2)
"Mine have lasted for a while."
"I have H&M. Zippered side pockets and liner."
#28
REI
5.0
(1)
"It think my favorite shorts are some half tights with any linerless shorts on top."
#29
Speedo
5.0
(1)
"Speedo makes the best running shorts."
#30
Salomon, Brooks, Roark
5.0
(1)
"Am happy with all of them."
#31
Speed Ups
5.0
(1)
"It really depends on what fits you well."
#32
Fusion
5.0
(1)
"Superb quality as well and ve."
#33
Compression/Biking Shorts
5.0
(1)
"To prevent any chafing issues."
#34
Peak Velocity
5.0
(1)
"I like their 9” (I’m 6’3”) and they do have a liner."
#35
runningkilts.com
4.0
(1)
"Wonderful! It essentially just a skirt shell."
#36
Kcutteyg
4.0
(1)
"Comfortable and great for lounging"
#37
Hotty Hot
4.0
(1)
"Have wider leg openings."
#38
Poplex
4.0
(1)
"Cool shorts with a biker short looking lining and a flowy outer short."
#39
THE GYM PEOPLE
4.0
(1)
"These work well for me but I highly recommend BodyGlide as well."
#40
On Running
4.0
(1)
"You may like On Running performance shorts - two side pockets + pockets along the waistband."
#41
Unifit
4.0
(1)
"Try checking this cheap one from unifit"
#42
TSLA
4.0
(1)
"I just buy the cheap TSLA ones in Amazon, I prefer the ones with regular pockets and a zipper at the top of the butt."
#43
Puma
4.0
(1)
"What worked for me was the asics, nike and puma."
#44
Yoga/Bike
4.0
(1)
"I wear yoga/bike shorts with a long inseam that goes almost to my knees."
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