Bought a few $10 pairs of gym shorts from a big box store, probably an 8" inseam. I wear boxer brief style compression undies when I run, so netting and how they feel on my skin isn’t really an issue. They have side pockets that are fine for carrying my key fob, which is the only thing I really need for most runs. On runs they seem completely adequate. What am I missing by not wearing more expensive or nicer shorts purpose made for running? Is it one of those things where if I try something nicer I won’t be able to go back?
Mostly durability. They do not wear off that much.
idk man. I have two pairs of walmart shorts. They were maybe $5 each. I’ve worn them for every race, training session, sauna session, summer jog, winter trails, whatever, for the last year / 1k miles. I have no complaints, idk what nicer shorts could possibly offer.
I wear 2-in-1 shorts and haven’t found any cheap ones I like / fit well. Granted I haven’t tried a bunch if them.
I like Nike 2-in-1 (built in spandex) and I like 2xu for the compression version of 2-in-1s
Nothing. I paid the price for shoes (Saucony), but shorts, t-shirt, socks, come from Marshall / TJ Maxx
If you were really trying to shave seconds the aerodynamic drag of your shorts probably matters over a 42km run.
