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Mesh Racer Run High Rise 3 Short

Targeted ventilation, hidden zip pocket, built-in brief

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Mesh Racer Run High Rise 3 Short

Targeted ventilation, hidden zip pocket, built-in brief

983 Ratings Image of 5 stars, 4.71 are filled
983 Ratings
$34.30
$49.00

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  • FOR: Trail runs, treadmill training, and daily walking
  • FEEL: Recycled Featherweight Stretch fabric feels silky sleek and light as air
  • FAVE: Our no-slip waistband stays put during your toughest workouts
  • Targeted mesh ventilation
  • Reflective details
  • 2 POCKETS: 1 secure zip pocket, 1 hidden key envelope pocket
  • Fully adjustable continuous drawstring won't get lost in the wash
  • Built-in brief provides extra coverage
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  • Recycled Polyester/Spandex
  • BREATHABLE: Airflow moves easily through the garment
  • ABRASION-RESISTANT: Resists snags and tears
  • WRINKLE-RESISTANT: Packable fabric that airs wrinkles out easily
  • QUICK-DRYING: Dries in a flash for ultimate comfort when breaking a sweat
  • RECYCLED MATERIAL: Made from recycled polyester, a material sourced from post-consumer plastic bottles that helps lessen our impact on the world
  • RATED UPF 40+ (Excellent Protection)
  • Machine wash and dry.
  • Imported.
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  • Relaxed with room to move
  • Shortie, hits just above mid-thigh
  • Inseam: Regular: 3.5"

Reviews

Review SnapshotPowerReviews
4.7
4.7
983 Ratings
93%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Ratings Distribution
  • 5 Stars

    818

  • 4 Stars

    95

  • 3 Stars

    35

  • 2 Stars

    19

  • 1 Star

    16

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Most Liked Positive Review
5
Finally!

It took me a minute to find my size in these but once I did, I'm very happy with them. I have the mid-rise version of these shorts in a medium (and most of my leggings are a medium), and felt like I was between a medium and large in these because I'm a little thicker in the middle and the thicker wa...istband was a tad more constricting. Ended up going with the large and utilizing the drawstring to cinch the waist. I like that they're a smidge longer than 3" and they flow very comfortably. I'm SO glad Athleta is making high waisted running shorts now, and I am excited to wear them with crop tops on a lot of my summer adventures.

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Fit is off

I exclusively buy Athleta clothes for my workouts. They hold up incredibly well and usually have a flattering fit. The Mesh Racer being my favorite short. This new version is not flattering at all though. The waste-band is terribly high and bulky! I'm a petite woman-4'11 about 115 lbs, athletic buil...d. I wish they would stick to the original waste band on these, it was high enough but not too high. These new ones have too much extra fabric creating a pooch that isn't even there. Waste band is sewn too tight which doesn't make sense for how much extra fabric is bunched up below it. Not a fan. Please make the old version with all the cute colors!

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never received the item or a refund

Submitted 4 days ago

By Melissa

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Ordered it. And the item never came. And i never got a refund.

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5
nice!

Submitted 4 days ago

By Kathy

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Height 5'6"

Weight 170–180 lbs

Nice, wide waistband. TTS. Comfortable and flattering. Haven't worn enough to say if I like these or the 4" mid rise better. #sweepstakes

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5
Fits big, and good waist band.

Submitted 5 days ago

By anonymous

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Height 5'7"

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Athletic fit.

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Best Running Shorts

Submitted 8 days ago

By anonymous

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Height 5'4"

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These are my FAVORITE running shorts. Please make more colors!!

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5
New Favorite Running Shorts – Perfect Fit and True High Rise

Submitted 9 days ago

By anonymous

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Height 5'9"

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Comments about Mesh Racer Run High Rise 3 Short

Absolutely love these! I was on the hunt for new running shorts and tried a few brands. These were by far my favorite. I love that the high rise is actually high rise! They fit perfectly and run true to size. I just bought two more pairs – highly recommend!

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5
Must Have!!

Submitted 11 days ago

By anonymous

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Height 5'7"

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Love these cute high waisted shorts. Perfect for crop tops.

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GORGEOUS! Yes!

Submitted 11 days ago

By anonymous

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Height 5'4"

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Comments about Mesh Racer Run High Rise 3 Short

My 12 yr old daughter wears the women's small; she gets compliments every time she wears them and my gf actually took a pic of the label to go buy them for herself!!!

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LOVE these shorts

Submitted 16 days ago

By anonymous

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Height 5'1"

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LOVE these shorts. They are the perfect length, material, and style. Ordering more today.

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5
Great running/walking shorts!

Submitted 25 days ago

By anonymous

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Height 5'7"

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Super comfy and perfect for a walk or a jog.

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Good Shorts

Submitted 25 days ago

By anonymous

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Height 5'9"

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Comments about Mesh Racer Run High Rise 3 Short

I like it a lot- breaths well and I feel good in them. Looks cute and I like the additional length you get with the mesh.

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