Best sports & outdoors shorts according to redditors

I bought these a few years ago, but the first time I put them on because they were a little too...unimaginative... for me. I felt kind of weird wearing them, so I avoided them.

Until a week or so ago when I ran Bay to Breakers - known for its minority of nude runners and preponderance of crazy costumes, I figured then was as good a time as any to try my slightly-revealing-shorts.

I'd battled before with chafing and blistering with previous running shorts.... but my god, these were like running perfection.

I can't go back. I won't. Compression shorts forever, and I'll be damned if people looking at rough outlines of my junk are going to stop me!

You are required to wear cycling shorts under the uniforms? They aren't the most comfortable things to walk in.

Are you just required to wear "tight" shorts like bicycle shorts? Compression shorts (like what Under Armour makes) are probably a more reasonable choice. I wear them backpacking to prevent chaffing. I wouldn't buy Under Armour shorts for this but you can probably find similar compression shorts at Kohls/Target for 5-10 dollars. These are on Amazon for about 10 bucks (assuming you are male but the same thing exists for females). They are going to be a lot more comfortable and less expensive than biking shorts for marching band.

And you don't wear underwear under these either. :)

Climbing shoes are a total ripoff anyway. The only two things I need for climbing are this and this

I have the same problem, particularly when I'm running.

I've had the best luck with UA HeatGear Compression Tights, I swear that they are cooler than anything else. A close 2nd is the UA 9" Boxer Jocks, the longer length really helps them from riding up.

Things to wear:

• Comfortable well draining shoes that you've run extensively in.
  
  
• Compression underwear like this For me this is a must have item as it really helps keep mud out of that area, and is super fast to dry.
  
  
• If you're going to wear shorts over the compression underwear as I do, I recommend board shorts as they are designed to get wet, are light weight, dry extremely fast, and have minimal to no pockets.
  
  
• For a top, in the same vein as everything else, pick something easy to dry and lightweight. Cotton is not your friend here.
  
  What to bring:
  
  
• Cash. Cash for parking. Cash for bag check. Cash for food. Cash for merch.
  
  
• Food/Water. Yes they serve food there, but you might want to bring some cliff bars/water anyway.
  
  
• Extra Change of clothes. You'll get a new shirt provided you finish the race, but bring new underwear and pant/shorts. I also recommend a pair of sandals or flip flops for after. It's just easier.
  
  
• Garbage bags. You're gonna need a place to put all your dirty clothes.
  
  
• Towel/Baby wipes. The water hoses will get most of the mud off of you at the end of the race. But having a towel and some baby wipes will help finish what the hose can't get.
  
  
• Lip balm/some sort of lotion. It's hot, and you're constantly going through a constant change of cold/hot/wet/dry/wind/dust etc. You're skin will take a beating. As soon as you're done cleaning off and changed into clean clothes, put lotion on your skin and lip balm on your lips (even if you don't think you need it)
  
  What to do before the race:
  
  
• Arrive at least 1 1/2 hours early. Parking/registration/bag check/race prep etc. takes longer than you might think. You're going to want time to stretch, and get your mind right before you start. Bring your photo ID.
  
  
• Eat a good breakfast before the race, and give yourself enough time to digest. You're going to want calories to burn, but at the same time a country fried steak would be a bad choice.
  
  
• Hydrate well before the race. (this means the previous couple days before the race as well)
  
  
• Go #2 before the race.
  
  What to do during the race:
  
  
• Help others on the course. If someone is struggling, help. Even if they are not on your team. Accept help from others when given. Make friends.
  
  
• Pay attention to what's going on around you. When you're going over a Berlin wall and you're about to swing your leg over, is someone else there? Don't elbow/kick people in the face because you're not paying attention.
  
  
• Watch your landings when you're coming down from high obstacles.
  
  
• Don't be an asshole. Don't yell at people if they are going slow through a tunnel, get stuck on monkey bars, or freeze on walk the plank. Tough Mudder is not a race, but a challenge.
  
  Obstacle specific tips:
  
  
• Arctic Enema : Jump into the water. Don't slide into it all slow. Try to jump as close to the center divider as possible, quickly duck under and get out of there quick. It really is super cold, and the less time you spend in there the better. As soon as you get out do jumping jacks until you can feel your fingers again.
  
  
• Everest : the middle section is usually the most slick, if you can try to sprint up more along the edge of the half pipe. When you run up, you almost want to lean back, not forward, and jump at the last second possible. Don't grab anyone's hands, grab the wood at the top, and if you need assistance you'll get it.
  
  
• Any obstacle where you are wading through knee high or above mud (especially the new pitfall) : Don't run here. There will be pot holes, and you will eat it big time, and even worse, roll and ankle. Slow controlled steps.
  
  ...And that's all I can think of for now. Sorry this was so long. You're going to have a blast, just enjoy it and stay safe out there!

Can't say for sure, but most likely these.

Speaking from experience of buying about 4 or 5 difference cheap (sub $20 pairs on Amazon w/ great reviews), it's just not worth it. The materials are sub-par and will likely hurt like hell on any run over 3 miles. Even using Body Glide, my legs still rubbed with the cheap materials.

Best recommendation - try to find an outlet store for a major brand name. Personally, I go to a Nike outlet about 1 hour drive away. Their running shorts run about $30-40 per pair, and if you're lucky, run occasional clearance for $15. I've seen this twice and picked up about 3 pairs each time.

Other option is to try compression shorts. Those you can get without the same concerns of rubbing (from my experience at least).

Links for fun.

My favorite pair (have 4 of them) and
Compression shorts

1. Running shorts have zippered pockets for keys and/or gels. Compression shorts do not.
   
   
2. I like to show my dick to a select few.
   
   I think I'm in the majority here. Either that or very few runners are wearing compression shorts. I certainly have never seen someone running on the local trails in this.
   
   sincerely,
   
   Richard Nixon

Champion makes 6" compression shorts up to 2xl

Compression short underwear.

Serves 2 purposes:

1. You can stuff small things in them and nothing will fall.
   
   
2. You're nice and snug all night, which will prevent sweaty, dancing chaff.

Compression Shorts

While UA are good... if you want a cheaper compression underwear option... I have these and like them a lot.

https://www.amazon.com/Champion-Mens-Long-Short-Pockets/dp/B002VLZH7M

These are my life in the Summer ain't tao but amazing I'm wearing them rn

For walkin around

For lifting 6" inseam though

*edit: formatting

I wear this. Probably overkill. But you fuckers are only 53 feet away from me when I pitch. So... Yeah and it's comfortable.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005C2QQ9U/ref=mp_s_a_1_9?qid=1407532917&sr=8-9&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70

I'm a shower, about 6" flaccid and fairly thick, I wear these https://www.amazon.com/Champion-Powerflex-Compression-Short-Black/dp/B00GYX2MVW/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1480780692&sr=8-4&keywords=compression+shorts and it hides mine completely. Problem solved.

Yeah no problem. I seriously recommend these: http://www.amazon.com/Under-Armour-Heatgear-Compression-Short/dp/B001PYO4JI/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1346685971&sr=8-3&keywords=compression+shorts+men. They prevent any inflaming or discomfort. My urologist also said if I want to have children, to get the surgery first to increase my potency. And for reference, I'm a 22 year old male and have been dealing with varicocele for about 5 years.

I don't think they will help. If they are tight enough to actually help your hip, they'll be tight enough to require you to adjust the way you lift and you won't be able to tolerate wearing them for a whole workout.

These are what I wear for my groin

These are "Banana Bucket" shorts (got mine on Amazon)

You may notice that the pocket kinda splits... they're not very deep (practically pointless, actually), and they don't seem very well thought-out. These shorts also have no drawstring -just white elastic on the inside of the waistband. So, basically T-shirt cotton boxer shorts with pockets, LOL.

If you want a MUCH better product with the same material, fit, and length, with better pockets, and a drawstring for the same price, check out Muscle Alive's 3" workout short.

I bought these under armor compression shorts for less than $25 on Amazon and they worked great. I did the Temecula sprint in January and expect them to last through the Seattle Super and MT Beast. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0088IB76C?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00

I highly recommend you wear a good quality jock strap. If you get a good whack in the groin you'll have erectile issues for life, in addition to experiencing the most tremendous pain like you won't believe. I've taken a hard hit there before, it's an experience I never want to go through again.

I see you said before a shot to the penis isn't an issue, but it actually is. The muscles of your penis that allow it to expand can be damaged and it will cause it to become very crooked when erect, and the surgery to address this problem is expensive, painful and not always able to restore straightness.

Whole issue can be avoided with a jock strap.

I wear this model of Shock Doctor which is abit pricey, but worth it because it's the most comfortable jock strap I've ever owned and I very much value my balls. It also has some additional cushion protection for the hips and thighs which I like a lot.

I have a spes skirt too and it's not enough.

Walmart, well the one near me anyways, sells compression shorts like these in the Men's clothing section. I have several pairs and they're quite comfortable. You could also check out these on Amazon. They look like they'd do the job just fine.

I have Hanes, Fruit of the Loom, and Kirkland Signature (Costco), and UA boxer briefs. The UA ones feel strange, so I dont wear them often. They are my "oops, forgot about that laundry thing" pair. I like Fruit of the loom most of the time and really like the Kirkland ones. They are the most....snug fit, which I find to be most comfortable. I should also admit that most of mine are probably a bit too large as I lost weight and the Kirkland ones are the only ones I bought after losing most of the weight.

As for compression gear, I normally wear Nike compression shorts.

I have a pair of Under Armour compression shorts that I do not like as much as the Nikes. They are a bit thicker, but I still wear them on occasion.

I have a few pairs of Athleta tights, but also have these and these and find both comfortable. The first link ones I find to be a bit thicker, which is really useful as it is colder now, but I didnt find them too thick and warm in the summer.

My brother and a few others I know have bought the cheap gear from Target (Champion I think), and that stuff seems decent, they find it comfortable. So that could be something else to try out.

I've switched to compression shorts with light knit shorts over them from regular underwear. I really love the Champion brand http://www.amazon.com/Champion-Compression-Inseam-Short-Black/dp/B0038RFC6E/ .

Gotta wear compression shorts dude! These Tesla ones on amazon beat out even under armor : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FDVZM32/ref=twister_B075J93HCT

My husband uses Under Armor shorts to prevent chaffing on his inner thighs. His thighs aren't even that big (mostly muscle) but he says they make a world of difference.

1. I wear under armour shorts
   
2. There are lots of Yoga Mats out there. In my experience the towel matters way more than the mat. I like these towels.
   
3. Probably. Studios can very in terms of facilities and just how they're run in general. Class can also be quite different based on the teacher, even though they are all giving the same dialogue. I prefer teachers that give very specific feedback.
   
4. Diet can be very important - I've had Yoga classes where I basically felt like I was going to die, and the day before I had a lot of fried or trash food.
   
5. Try not to drink too much right before class. Most of the time I try to stop drinking about 30 minutes before class, and then after class I usually try and get at least 32 oz within the first hour or so.
   
6. Electrolytes also matter imo - I have been doing emergen-c's electrolytes mix, and like it just find. If I had more money I'd probably use nuun, Hi Lyte, or something like that.

compression shorts

http://www.amazon.com/Under-Armour-Black-HeatGear-Compression/dp/B002L2IPEI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1397507545&sr=8-2&keywords=under+armour+compression+shorts

These are the ones I use. I've had a few pair for years and they are just now starting to fall apart. You might be better off going to a store where you can try them on. I wore larges, but when I was heavier they got uncomfortable if I wore them for more than 20 minutes.

Just a suggestion but I have put a few hundred miles on these ( I rotate a few so it isn't as weird as it sounds) and they are still rocking like they are brand new. Keeps everything where it should be and I can still wear running shorts with a liner without them being in the way underneath.

Im rockin these shorts

I wear these under my gym shorts when I go to the gym.

Just feels a bit nicer having your dongers held in place during a workout.

You can get them at regular stores like Walmart. They are usually athletic branded and come in boxes. The same kind that runners wear. Something like this. Cotton is going to hold a lot of moisture and cause some gnarly chaffing.

I have found these to be good shorts.

Champion Compression Shorts

Have had 3 pair for about 6 months and they have held up well. Just bought 2 more pair last week.

If you're referring to chaffing between your thighs from friction burns, I would recommend wearing compression shorts. I used to walk like John Wayne after walking/jogging for any length of time, but now I glide around, hearing the distinctive "bzzz bzzz" sound of polyester and spandex...


Also, talcum powder.

Yeah, I bought some padded shorts from Amazon but it didn’t seem to help. I have no idea if they’re any good or not, and am totally open to recommendations there as well!

Thanks! Here they are: Ouber Mens Workout Bodybuilding... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0764VRRX7?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

http://www.amazon.com/Champion-Mens-Long-Short-Pockets/dp/B002VLZH7M

Not sure that's what I got or what you want but it's what I could find from my phone

I landed on my hip a few seasons ago and was out for half a season. Ends up landing on a plastic shell in cheap hockey pants does damage. Since then, I've worn a shockdoctor girdle that has additional hip padding on both sides. It was about $80CDN on amazon. I also wear a pair of Tackla pants (sorry can't remember the SKU) that offers additional padding in the hip area. I've taken a few spills since then and noticed a big improvement. Hope this helps.

Compression shorts, they'll change your life.

Shock Doctor Shockskin Lax Relaxed Fit Impact Short (Black, Men's Large) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005C2QQJU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_nPQjDbYZCXAS6

Fits like a dream.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002VLZH7M?ref=emc_b_5_t

I have a couple pairs of these, and they are fantastic. No idea why they are named "long" shorts, but they definitely hit above the knee, and I'm like 5'6''

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I like these soffe mma shorts that I got off Amazon. As others mention, I typically wear the compression shorts underneath.