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Speedwork Mid Rise 2 1/2" Run Short

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Speedwork Mid Rise 2 1/2" Run Short

$55.00

Color

Navy

$55.00

$29.99

$55.00

$27.99

Size

XXSXSSMLXL

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FOR: Hitting your pace in nearly any place, from sidewalks to trailheads
FEEL: Recycled Featherweight Stretch fabric feels silky-sleek and light as air
FAVE: Back drop-in pocket for storage on-the-run
Fully lined for enhanced comfort and coverage
Internal drawcord can be tied at the waist for a custom fit
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Semi-fitted, skims easily over the body with a mid-rise waistband
Mid rise, sits below the natural waist
Inseam: 2 1/2"

86% Recycled Polyester/14% Spandex
RECYCLED MATERIAL: Made from recycled polyester, a material sourced from post-consumer plastic bottles that helps lessen our impact on the world
BREATHABLE: Airflow moves easily through the garment
QUICK-DRYING: Dries in a flash for ultimate comfort when breaking a sweat
WRINKLE-RESISTANT: Packable fabric that keeps clothes wrinkle free
Machine wash cold and tumble dry on low.
Imported.

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4.7

243 Ratings

100%

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Most Liked Positive Review

best shorts I've found for running

I do agree that the lilac color looks a little darker in the photos, but the color is still super pretty in person. I run outdoors and indoors, and my gym sometime doesn't have the AC on- so I'm sweating my butt off. These shorts felt like absolutely nothing and also didn't show any sweat despite th...

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Most Liked Negative Review

Flimsy

I wish I would have liked these but honestly there's nothing to the material. The waistline is super wide and boxy. Returned for a different style.

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212 Customer Reviews

Love the color

Submitted 6 days ago

By anonymous

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Height 5'0"

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Comments about Speedwork Mid Rise 2 1/2"" Run Short

Flowy, comfortable and love the color. Runs a tad large.

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Speed work mid rise 2-1/2" runshort

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Super comfy, just the right fit and length! Love these shorts!

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Great running shorts

Submitted 7 days ago

By anonymous

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Height 5'8"

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Very comfortable and perfect length for running. Ran in them as soon as they arrived and they felt amazing. Love the color!

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Great fit.

Submitted 7 days ago

By Toni

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Height 5'0"

Weight 100–110 lbs

These shorts are light , very comfortable and fit true to size. The color is beautiful.

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Ideal running shorts

Submitted 7 days ago

By anonymous

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Height 5'3"

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Perfect running shorts! Super soft material and ideal length .

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Perfect Fitness Shorts!

Submitted 7 days ago

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Comments about Speedwork Mid Rise 2 1/2"" Run Short

My favorite pair or shorts, fit is perfect. Rise is just right as well as length. I want them in every color!

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Soft. Good color. Fits good

Submitted 8 days ago

By anonymous

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Height 5'8"

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Love it. So comfy

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Comfortable

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Love this fit!

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Great!

Submitted 8 days ago

By anonymous

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Height 5'9"

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Very comfortable! Fits a little large, so I would buy one size smaller.

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Good shot

Submitted 9 days ago

By anonymous

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Height 5'6"

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Comments about Speedwork Mid Rise 2 1/2"" Run Short

Nice lightweight shorts. Good for working out, not for sitting (personal preference would prefer a tiny bit longer)

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