The 7 Best Running Shorts for males of 2020

Those are too baggy to be running shorts in my opinion. 2inch inseam is all you need.

My favorite shorts are some that are, I think, no longer manufactured; the Brooks Sherpa 2-in-1 5” shorts. The material is soft, light and breathable really complimenting the 5” inseam helping you to stay cool on longer, warmer runs. The 2-in-1 refers to the inner lining being more of a boxer brief as opposed to just a brief or bikini cut lining. The best part of that is the secret phone pocket on the right leg of this lining; paired with the snug fit around around the quad gives a stable place for your phone to prevent flopping and movement but still plenty of space in the crotch. In addition to the wonderful designated phone pocket, they have a zippered center pocket in back that is deep enough to provide plenty of storage for keys, cards, whatever lager stuff plus a stretchy mesh pocket on either side of the hip perfect for gels, snacks or whatever you want. The elastic waistband is very comfortable also featuring a drawstring to adjust the fit as needed.

Pearl Izumi made so many legendary running products. I miss the N0 so much! Please come back to making running shoes Pearl Izumi!

i still have my goto tnf better than naked from 4 years ago when they had more actual stitching in the lining than glue… the newer ones just aren’t as durable and don’t come close to how good those are. wish some of these brands would stick with the good thing and just make small color change improvements. hate the idea of shelling out 50-60$ for the new line which is a worse product

Bought the Salomon shorts in my usual size Medium. I don’t know how people wear them. The liner brief sits like a g-String after 5 Minutes

i hate wasting over $20 for a pair of shorts and these links helped a lot, especially since summer is starting already and i don’t want to be wearing joggers

Jogger shorts are essential for those 6 days a year we get the good weather in the UK ���� Tommy’s are a personal fav of mine. Like the stripe down the side. Not sure how I feel about the 47 Nike logos on their new line though �� Great video again dude, straight fire ����

I’m 5’10” 155 lbs, wear a medium in the Strider pro, do you think I’d be a small in the Salomon Sense? (generally 31″ wasit)

Rabbit fkt 5″ by far #1 on my list. I like Patagonia strider pro but the fkt more comfortable and breathe like no others.

Loved your videos for a long time… the fact that you used the clip from the “Office,” that you did…Even more loyal to your channel than I ever imagined I would be

Does anybody actually keep the liner on the shorts? I bought some adidas running shorts recently and I am not a fan of the liner, I usually wear compression shorts/tights when running.

Love the Ultimate Direction Hydro shorts. Use them to run up Pikes Peak. I like the water bottles in the waste band, usually up Pikes Peak so my hands are free.

Them strider pros are great but the hem on the new ones isn’t as weighty as the previous versions and can ride up

Thanks for video
I guess you need make another one, for not too.cheap and not too expensive. All shorts look very shinning on video. All my shorts are between 20-25dls. Almost all Reebok and always pick on sale or discount. Bike always the more expensive shorts, Neve bought one

Have loved the first Nike Shorts so much the last year for me the innen tights material is key to not getting chafing.

I love my Path Projects shorts and liners. Tons of storage and super comfortable.

Great video! And I could not agree more on the Pearl Izumi shorts. Best I ever had. I bought 2 pair based on your last review and now only wish I stockpiled for the next 30 years:( We should start a petition 😉

I’m shocked the Pro Striders made the list! I loved the previous release and found the new ones in Size M were really tight around the quads. You were 100% right on the liner too! I found the Brooks Sherpa 5″ shorts were pretty solid!

Personally I generally like to go for 2-in1 shorts (especially for Ultras no chaffing!) but I appreciate they may run a little hot in warmer climes. Not sure if these are readily available in the US but my favourites are: Ronhill Infinity Fuel Twin Short awesome storage, including a big zipper pocket, get loops, and inner pockets that can carry soft flasks making it a Hydration option for certain length runs. Oh, and comfy too! The ‘Stride Cargo Short’ offers similar features but aren’t 2-in1 if that’s your preference. Also a fan of 2XU 2-in1 shorts (not sure of model, but they’re shorter than most, overly long 2-in-1’s so feel more an a racer as far as 2-in-1’s go!) and also Inov8 AT/C Twin Shorts are quality and worth the purchase despite not being cheap.
On my “try” list are Under Armour Transport 2-in-1, and the La Sportiva Rapid, which are supposed to be great but are come at a significant cost!

Was totally waiting for a Spinal Tap moment in there…thanks for keeping it under wraps Ethan!

I got a pair of the path projects graves da shorts and haven’t worn any of my other running shorts since, they are essentially linerless since they are sold separately and aren’t attached but I’m glad they took that approach since I prefer wearing the saxx kinetic as my liner for everything anyway. They have pretty great storage and feel great so I’d def recommend giving path projects a shot if you haven’t yet

Not on the list but I got a few pairs of the Path Projects shorts. Real nice.

I actually just bought a pair of the Pearl Izumi split shorts at the outlet store in Gilroy, CA! Maybe you can stop there on your way back up to the Seattle area. I was running in Big Sur over the weekend and stopped on my way to the airport. They are actually a great pair of shorts. I just went on an 8 miler today in them.

No top 5 list is complete without NFs Better Than Naked. Especially when one of your entrants is 90USD and still prone to chafing

Prices mentioned in video don’t even match what’s posted on website.

just tried the SAXX Pilot’s… wow. Good bye chaffing!! The skivies are great too!

I’m keen on my Rhone Mako 7″ short. Originally bought them for the gym, but the fit and storage they provide got me to wearing them for just about everything. I even forgot I had my wallet in the back pocket when on a 13 mile training run and didn’t realize it until I took them off when I got home. They are pricey, but I usually wait and pick them up when they are on sale or clearance.

GingerRunner wasn’t lying about the Better Than Naked shorts. Best damn thing I’ve ever put on my body. Add the BTN singlet and you’re set for summer

Was just commenting a few days ago about how much I miss the PI Ultra short

I’m keen to try Rabbit, but they don’t sell in Europe. Could you recommend a good store in Seattle? I’m passing through on route to Bigfoot 200 next week.

Thanks for the great content ����

Serious question: Do you wear underwear with running shorts?

You may as well just wrap your legs in duct tape if you are going run in those shorts

I actually like the 2018 Strider Pro much better than this year’s. Ended up getting the Salomon Sense instead than a second pair of Striders.

I bought the Russell shorts in a pinch at Walmart for camp this summer, when I returned from camp, I went and bought all the other colors……

I use the Nike 5 inch flex stride shorts. 2 pockets on the sides and one zipper on the back. Phone nice and tight on my side right pocket(never fell out), nutrition on the left. Keep keys, chapstick, whistle and extra gels in zipper pocket on back. Nike outlet had them for 13 bucks. Have one in every color. Lol can’t beat them. I do rip out the liners, can’t stand them.

Quality review, as always! Pleeeeeaaaasssseeeee have Kim do a ladies review! ����

Also a Patagonia Strider Pro fan I also had major problems with the liner, and cut it out in the end. Best decision ever 😉

By far the most comfortable shorts I’ve worn are in the Tracksmith Session shorts. The liner is super soft, and I like the understated look. I know the brand has a bit of a “reputation”, but they’re excellent and nice looking shorts, and at $62 they’re not crazy.

I am also a fan of past Strider Pro’s, but also found these new ones to have too tight of a liner. Sizing up for me meant the liner felt good, but the short itself didn’t fit.

Interesting recommendations, I’ll have to look into the Janjis. Thanks!

This video should just be a Patagonia Strider Pro update every year because they’re the best.

The more pockets the better. Also someone should make a tank top with a small zipper pocket that fits a music player.

I started to see shorts from Nike and Adidas with zipper pockets at the sides in 2018! Woohoo.
Now I can run using short shorts and still carry my large phone!
Fu those belts things to carry phones and keys for me. Only for water now.
Finally.

better than naked 5″ and 3.5″ have been my go tos… the older lines of those models were more durable imho. they used glue instead of stitching along some of the liner and it frays over time

The Boa 1 inch split shorts available at Running Warehouse and Amazon are pretty amazing and they cost around $30. They also come in a wider variety of colors, not the standard blacks and greys that you are limited to with most shorts. I’ve never been able to bring myself to spend $50 or $60 on a pair of running shorts. Boa also has a 3 inch inseam version for those guys who don’t like showing as much skin. LOL