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Men's Essential 2 in 1 7" Short

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A breathable, supportive brief meets its match in a full-coverage shell. The result? A versatile run short that lets you hit the trail, pavement, and gym.

• Fit: Relaxed
• 7" inseam
• Super soft, woven shell moves with you
• Equilibrium mesh internal boxer brief for support
• Two side slash pockets

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Essential 2 in 1 7" Short
 
4.4

(based on 30 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (17)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (9)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (0)

89%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (27)
  • Allows free movement (24)
  • Lightweight (23)
  • Dries quickly (22)
  • Breathable (20)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Running (28)
    • Gym (14)
    • Competition (11)
    • Warm weather (10)
    • Team sports (5)
      • Fit:
      • Feels too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        96% 

        (25 reviews)

        Feels too big

         
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Enthusiast (17), Casual/ recreational (7), Gym rat (3)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (29)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Better than New Balance

    I purchased these shorts and the comparable New Balance shorts at the same time online without trying either on. I can say with out hesitation that these are superb. I'm 6'2" 185 ...Read complete review

    I purchased these shorts and the comparable New Balance shorts at the same time online without trying either on. I can say with out hesitation that these are superb. I'm 6'2" 185 (I'm lanky, sue me) and the mediums fit great. Good for a 32"-34" waist and hits mid-low thy. I'm a member of AFSOC and I workout hard 6 days a week and these are perfect. Long runs or dead lifts these are great. If you're thinking about these or the New Balance pair get these. The New Balance pair is really thick and fits like a basketball short with the medium hanging down around my knees and again I'm 6'2". I plan on getting a few more pairs because it's a pain doing laundry every night do I can wear these shorts. Get em!

    VS

    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Good short, just not enought "control"

    I'm used to running in 5" Brooks and my wife picked up this 2 in 1 for my birthday. Had high hopes for it, but unfortunatly the shorts inner didn't provide enough control ...Read complete review

    I'm used to running in 5" Brooks and my wife picked up this 2 in 1 for my birthday. Had high hopes for it, but unfortunatly the shorts inner didn't provide enough control which made for a very distracting first run. They might be good for light workouts but won't work for me for running.

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    3.0

    comfy

    By vwbaja1915cc

    from Honolulu, HI

    About Me Competitive Athlete

    Pros

    • Allows Free Movement
    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Poor Fit
    • Too Short

    Best Uses

    • Casual Wear
    • Competition
    • Running
    • Warm Weather

    Comments about Essential 2 in 1 7" Short:

    the shorts could be about 3/4 of an inch longer and then the back section seems to hang off my butt, i have to have the shorts really tight to stay above my butt all my other brooks shorts have not given me this problem.

    • Fit:
    • Feels true to size
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No
     
    4.0

    Sweet short

    By Timothy K

    from Amanda, Ohio

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Allows Free Movement
    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • Dries Quickly
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Gym
      • Running
      • Team Sports
      • Warm Weather

      Comments about Essential 2 in 1 7" Short:

      A wonderful running short. Not too long, not too short. Hey! They are Goldielocks shorts.

      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No
       
      4.0

      Great, but a bit too thin

      By KAD

      from Chesapeake, VA

      About Me Avid Athlete

      Pros

      • Comfortable

      Cons

      • Thin Fabric

      Best Uses

      • Gym
      • Running

      Comments about Essential 2 in 1 7" Short:

      I think it's a great product, but the material is a bit too thin for my liking. I'm saving them for my first half marathon.

      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No
       
      5.0

      Awesome shorts.

      By Dawg Runner

      from North Miami Beach, FL

      About Me Avid Athlete

      Pros

      • Comfortable

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Running

        Comments about Essential 2 in 1 7" Short:

        Very comfortable.
        Been looking for 2-in-1 shorts for a while and this are the best priced ones I've found so far. The quality and fit is really good.
        Would recommend them.

        • Fit:
        • Feels true to size
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No
         
        5.0

        Cool shorts

        By Bill

        from Boulder, CO.

        About Me Avid Athlete

        Pros

        • Allows Free Movement
        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Dries Quickly
        • Durable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Running

          Comments about Essential 2 in 1 7" Short:

          I hike/run with the 2-in-1 shorts for 1-2 hrs. per day, several days a week. The shorts are really comfortable and creative, offering the advantage of running tights without putting on a public exhibition.

          • Fit:
          • Feels true to size
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No
           
          5.0

          Better than New Balance

          By Bravo Tango

          from Hurlburt Field, Florida

          About Me Competitive Athlete

          Verified Reviewer

          Pros

          • Allows Free Movement
          • Breathable
          • Comfortable
          • Dries Quickly
          • Durable
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Competition
            • Gym
            • Running

            Comments about Essential 2 in 1 7" Short:

            I purchased these shorts and the comparable New Balance shorts at the same time online without trying either on. I can say with out hesitation that these are superb. I'm 6'2" 185 (I'm lanky, sue me) and the mediums fit great. Good for a 32"-34" waist and hits mid-low thy. I'm a member of AFSOC and I workout hard 6 days a week and these are perfect. Long runs or dead lifts these are great. If you're thinking about these or the New Balance pair get these. The New Balance pair is really thick and fits like a basketball short with the medium hanging down around my knees and again I'm 6'2". I plan on getting a few more pairs because it's a pain doing laundry every night do I can wear these shorts. Get em!

            • Fit:
            • Feels true to size
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No
             
            4.0

            I would buy this product again.

            By October/Focus

            from Salt Lake City ,Utah

            About Me Avid Athlete

            Verified Reviewer

            Pros

            • Allows Free Movement
            • Breathable
            • Comfortable
            • Dries Quickly
            • Durable
            • Lightweight

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Competition
              • Gym
              • Running
              • Warm Weather

              Comments about Essential 2 in 1 7" Short:

              I'm a beginner, only been running since October. Own other shorts. They tend to ride up.making it uncomfortable to run.These essential 2 in 1 7" shorts are perfect.They don't ride up and plenty of leg coverage.Brooks please allow more color choices..

              • Fit:
              • Feels true to size
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              I love these shorts!

              By Devon

              from Dallas, TX

              About Me Avid Athlete

              Pros

              • Allows Free Movement
              • Breathable
              • Comfortable
              • Dries Quickly
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Running

                Comments about Essential 2 in 1 7" Short:

                I wear a Medium in everything else (31" waist), but these shorts in Small fit me perfectly.

                The length is perfect for running -- not 80's too short, not 2000's too long. I wouldn't wear them to the gym, but they are great for running.

                • Fit:
                • Feels true to size
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No
                 
                5.0

                Best shorts

                By Rob

                from Sarasota FL

                About Me Avid Athlete

                Pros

                • Allows Free Movement
                • Comfortable
                • Dries Quickly
                • Durable
                • Lightweight

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Competition
                  • Gym
                  • Running
                  • Team Sports
                  • Warm Weather

                  Comments about Essential 2 in 1 7" Short:

                  These are my daily running shorts. Fit great. No chafing with the inner liner.

                  • Fit:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No
                   
                  5.0

                  Should have not waited around!

                  By First Timer

                  from Winchester, VA

                  About Me Casual/ Recreational

                  Verified Reviewer

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Dries Quickly
                  • Lightweight

                  Cons

                  • Wish Had 9 Inch Inseam

                  Best Uses

                  • Gym
                  • Running

                  Comments about Essential 2 in 1 7" Short:

                  New to running and ran 1st 10K in gym shorts, ouch. Not a fan of the short shorts and had to try this one out. It was awesome, went out for a six mile run and worked like a charm. Too bad winter is setting in, but good time to stock up on the rest of the colors.

                  • Fit:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

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