Dri-FIT Stride Hybrid Running Shorts

These are the training shorts I've always wanted. I generally hate shorts with liners because the elastic in the leg holes is irritating and annoying. I usually opt for linerless shorts and athletic boxer briefs. These are everything in one. The benefit of these shorts is that the outer shorts are attached to the inner liner. The pockets on these shorts stays put. I have another pair of Nike running shorts and the pocket liner pokes out the bottom when I put my phone in there. So annoying. The only thing I'd change is the advertised phone pocket in the back is much too small for my iPhone Max. Otherwise these are perfect.

I had a previous version of these shorts for many years. The crotch wore out and needed a new pair. But they ruined a good thing. The small changes, messed these shorts up. Mainly, the pockets are terrible. My phone keeps falling out, unless I keep it in the inside phone pocket… but those are too snug to have a case on. And impossible to take your phone out frequently. Also, they attached the inner leggings to the outside shorts, so it’s hard to do stretches in them. (They also attached the pockets too). Just poor design. Some Idiot thought they had a good idea… but never tested them out. Typical of everything these days.

I have 5 pairs of these. I love the feel of them for running. However, on 3 of the pairs (so far), after about 5 washes, the drawstring falls apart. And it’s not one continuous drawstring that you can just pull through from the other side. Each side is independent of the other and stitched to the shorts in the back. So you’re left with one really long drawstring on one side, and nothing to tie it to on the other, basically rendering the shorts useless. I will be looking for other options in the future.

I used to buy these all the time for my teenage son, but our last two pairs keep falling apart. I'm so sad because we used to get a lot of wear out of them. But on the last two pairs, the seam on the bicycle short type lining underneath keeps unraveling after just a few wears. They were great about returning the shorts and sending a new pair, but unfortunately the new pair did the same thing, so I don't want to go through the hassle of returning. Bummer.

Size up and you will have one of the most comfortable running shorts. What I like about the design is that the waistband stays in place as you run. Ive had other shorts where the tights pull down the short as you stride. The tights are breathable and provide the right amount of support without feeling too tight. I initially purchased a L (I’m a 34” waist) and found them too snug. I ended up sizing up to XL and they are excellent!