I wear these running, at the gym, lounging around at home, they've seen a lot of dust, weather, and sweat. The big pro for them is that they're lightweight, thin, dry quickly, and if you like liner shorts but don't like the scent or water retention you risk with similar fabric models, these don't have that issue.
The also have a draw string and thin waistband, which I have a huge preference for over thicker waistbands.
The con I would say is that they don't fit modern cell phone bricks in the pocket easily - but that's what Packs and Naked Running belts are for anyways.
La Sportiva Freccia Short
It turns out, Freccia means “arrow” in Italian so that should give you an idea of this short’s intentions - straight to the top. The La Sportiva Freccia is a minimalist short that focuses on freedom of movement while running so you have one less thing to worry about. It’s perfect for uneven terrain, scrambles, alpine environments, and hard-to-reach summits. Four-way stretch side inserts, mesh pockets, and a no-bulk, adjustable waistband all prove the point. Other details such as Polygiene-treated inner brief, flatlock seam construction, and hits of reflectivity only add to the Freccia’s capabilities. La Sportiva hit the bullseye with this one.
- No-bulk, adjustable waistband for happy hips.
- Polygiene treated brief reduces any funk.
- Flatlock seam construction prevents dreaded clothing chafe.
- 4-way stretchy side inserts don’t restrict your movement when you need it most.
| Specifications | |
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Weight |
110g [M] |
| Ventilation | Mesh liner, open weave outer fabric |
| Waist | Elastic |
| Specs Verified | Yes |
| Design | |
| Fit | Regular |
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Main: 75% Recycled Polyester, 25% Polyester. Inner: 92% Polyester, 8% Spandex |
| Coating | Polygiene on inner brief |
| SkyRun Says | |
| Usage | Race day, warm day |
| Notes | Polygene treated inner brief to control odor |
| Bottom Line | A super lightweight short with two large pockets |
| Compare to other Men's Running Shorts | |
