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Details & care
Meant to keep you moving, these moisture-wicking shorts have handy details like lots of secure pockets, internal briefs and reflective details.
- Elastic/drawstring waist
- Back zip pocket; hidden drop-in pockets
- Internal briefs
- NB Dry technology wicks moisture to keep you dry and comfortable at any workout intensity
- Reflective details enhance visibility in low light or at night
- Four-way-stretch fabric
- 86% recycled polyester, 14% spandex
- Machine wash, tumble dry
- Imported
- New Balance has received the Fair Labor Association accreditation, which signifies that the company has effective systems and procedures in place to successfully uphold fair labor standards throughout its supply chains, including strategies and tools to address and improve working conditions
- Item #10269401
Size info
- True to size.
- Waist sizing; S=29-31", M=31-34", L=34-37", XL=37-41", XXL=41-46".
- Get the fit you want. Book an appointment with our onsite experts or stop by your nearest store.
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New Balance began in Boston in 1906 selling arch supports to police officers, waiters and others who worked on their feet. Today this global leader in athletic products is committed to quality and craftsmanship. New Balance describes itself as a fearlessly independent company that doesn't answer to anyone but its customers.
Most helpful positive review
Mar 27, 2026
Love the Colors and Love the fit!
Love the fit, the colors, and the quality. Light, comfortable and dry.
Enviro
Verified purchase
Reposted from New Balance US
Most helpful critical review
June 1, 2025
Size Discrepancy doesn’t match my other no shorts
Needs pockets who makes shorts without proper pockets
Anonymous
Verified purchase
Reposted from New Balance US
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Enviro
Reposted from New Balance US
Verified purchase
Mar 27, 2026
Love the Colors and Love the fit!
Love the fit, the colors, and the quality. Light, comfortable and dry.
Gitz
Reposted from New Balance US
Verified purchase
Mar 10, 2026
Disappointed
The liner is way too tight for how loose the shorts are. A real mismatch.
New Balance US response
Thank you for sharing this feedback with us. We understand how frustrating it is when the liner feels much tighter than the outer shorts, creating an uncomfortable mismatch in fit. Our Customer Care team can help review the issue and suggest options that offer a more balanced and comfortable design.
Anonymous
Reposted from New Balance US
Mar 6, 2026
Comfort
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Nice and comfortable short, plus breathable too. really enjoy it for daily run
DSchu
Reposted from Joe's New Balance Outlet
Verified purchase
Mar 6, 2026
Another pocket
These shorts are great. One benefit for my marathon training is I keep finding more little pockets to put gels in that I didn't see in the original pics. They do fit snuggly. My measurements say the small side of a medium, but if I was any heavier I would go up a size. So if you are on the high end of the measurements, I would size up. Liber is very comfortable with no chaffing issues
Anonymous
Reposted from New Balance US
Mar 2, 2026
Reliable, practical and everyday training
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The New Balance RC Short 5" has become my go-to running shorts. I usually style it with a simple running tee or singlet for a clean, performance-focused look.
What I like most is how comfortable it feels lightweight, breathable, and easy to move in. I mainly use it for my regular runs, and it never feels restrictive. It’s reliable, practical, and perfect for everyday training.
MJ15
Reposted from New Balance AU
Feb 24, 2026
Bad clothes sizing
Have always purchased size small new balance shorts in store or online, purchased RC shorts in small but are way to tight to wear. Why has fitting size changed
New Balance AU response
Thank you for your feedback, and we’re truly sorry to hear that the product didn’t fit as expected. We understand how frustrating this can be, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We will have a member from our customer care team to reach out to you soon for assistance with returns / exchanges. We'll do our best to ensure you have a better experience.
