G Gradualmens Running Shorts Shorts

The materials are not worth the money

The breathability of the shorts material is 5/5. The breathability of the liner material is 4/5. I can't compare the liner comfort because I can't wear liners, but the material feels soft. The liner is easily overruled by putting both legs through one side and tightness is alleviated by slicing the side seam up to the waist band. The ultimate solution is to cut the bottom third out and cut off the remaining elastic bands. That gives the option for an extra layer front in back or to tuck them under the waist band to suit conditions. The shorts are very comfortable without the liner. Feels great on the skin. The only sweat area is under the waistband and that can be adjusted up and down for drying. Risk of exposure is low under most conditions. It goes up for, say, somebody holding a ladder while you climb above them. It's inevitable. The excellent airiness is accompanied by a slight translucence but for shadows to be seen the backlight has to be just right and the observer very close. Maybe lighter colors would show more. But these are good at hiding the wet spots (and dried spots). I haven't had to wash them in several wearings. Impression in the front is tastefully visible; not too blatant but position and movement are evident to those who look. The pockets are good with the zippers. The only drawback is the hem material does not stretch. I've achieved more legroom by carefully cutting the threads that hold the side seams together about two inches. The good design with easy minor modifications and reasonable pricing call for high rating, I'd say 9/10 which rounds to 5/5.

These shorts are not Racing Splits. The picture does appear to depict they are splits, but they are sewn on each side where the front meets the back. So these are not ideal for racing, sprinting, or high stepping. Not full unrestricted motion.Having said that, these jogging shorts are great for general jogging/running. They are heavier material with excellent stitching, so they are durable. The pockets (on each side) are zippered with higher quality zippers. I say this because zippers on running shorts last most of us about 2 seconds before they break. I have not destroyed these zippers after months of use. The only thing that could make this short better is making it a full split which would enable enrestricted motion. Other than that, these are great shorts.

I'm an avid diver. I dive at least 3 times a month with 3 to 4 dives or more per day. These shorts are ideal for warm weather dives when I'm in a rash guard up to a 3mm suit. I can strip off my gear and warm up in the sunshine after being in the cool water for 30 minutes or more. They're also not as risqué as wearing a Speedo at my age (I'm over 60).I highly recommend.

These and my BALEAF shorts are my two running shorts in hot weather. G Gradual are thicker material so they're a little warmer but the mesh-like material actually make them almost as cool. Air flows easily through the material and the liner. Another advantage is that the sweat spreads better around the material than the BALEAF shorts so my sweat doesn't leave an unsightly dark spot in my crotch. Fit, comfort, and the zipper pockets are excellent.

We started to go to swimming lessons in water aerobics at the pool as a family. Both my husband and brother complained about their suits making it hard to do class. They both looked on Amazon and this pair of shorts is what they both wanted. They made a great choice they look good, they are not too long, they fit well, and they can move with the exercises easily. Totally recommend.