Technical trail shorts: weight, pockets, materials

Technical trail shorts: read the product page before buying

Three figures tell you the essentials about trail shorts: weight, composition, and the number of pockets. The rest (mesh, waistband, reflective details) makes the difference after two hours of effort. This page compares six models, weighing from 83 to 240 g in size M, for men and women.

Materials: nylon, polyester, and spandex

Spandex provides stretch: 14 to 18% in our cycling shorts. The main fiber varies depending on the model. The TerraRun Tight is made of polyester (86%), lightweight and affordable. The Performance Max and ZipRun cycling shorts are made of nylon (82%). According to our product pages, nylon resists odors up to 3 times better than polyester and wicks away sweat effectively. The outer shorts of the Performance Max Short 2 in 1 are also made of nylon (90%).

Weight and pockets, model by model

TerraRun Tight: 83 g for women, 88 g for men. One right side pocket. 13.5 cm inseam for women, 16 cm for men.

Performance Max Short 2 in 1: 180 g. Three pockets: elasticated front pocket (250 ml flask), zipped back pocket, inner cycling shorts pocket.

ZipRun Skirt 3 in 1: 210 g. Zipped back pocket with waterproof membrane, mini key pocket, side pocket, and thigh pocket.

ZipRun Short 3 in 1: 240 g. Same pocket layout, with a diagonal zipped opening at the back.

The details that matter in trail running shorts

Flat seams prevent chafing over time. Mesh provides ventilation: the TerraRun Tight features it at the crotch on the women's version and at the front on the men's version. The flat elastic waistband holds without compressing the stomach. The reflective logos on the Performance Max and ZipRun make you visible at dawn. Finally, the ZipRun fasteners connect the shorts and cycling shorts so they do not shift.

Sizing and complementary equipment

For sizing, follow the men's or women's shorts guide. If you are looking for an approach based on use rather than product pages, see the trail shorts selection. To carry more water, add a hydration belt, and explore the trail equipment.

Questions fréquentes sur la collection Technical trail running shorts

Why is nylon used in technical trail running shorts?

Because it holds up better on long rides. Our product sheets highlight two of its strengths: odor resistance up to three times greater than that of polyester, and effective moisture wicking. That is why the bib shorts of the Performance Max and ZipRun are made from 82% nylon and 18% spandex. Spandex provides stretch and muscle support.

What is mesh used for in trail running shorts?

Mesh is an open-weave fabric that lets air pass through. Placed in hot spots, it wicks away heat and sweat. On the TerraRun Tight, the mesh insert is at the crotch for the women's version and at the front for the men's version. It keeps the skin drier, which also helps reduce irritation.

What is the ZipRun’s waterproof membrane used for?

It protects what you store in the zippered back pocket. Your phone, papers, or keys stay dry, even in the rain or from back sweat. It can be found on the ZipRun Short 3 in 1 for men and the ZipRun Skirt 3 in 1 for women. The diagonal zippered opening makes it easy to access while running.

Which technical trail running short is the lightest?

The TerraRun Tight: 83 g in size M for women and 88 g for men. It is a single-layer polyester and spandex cycling short, with a side pocket for a gel or keys. It is suitable for short trail runs and fast sessions. To carry more, the Performance Max Short 2 in 1 weighs 180 g with 3 pockets.

What does flatlock stitching mean on trail running shorts?

The fabric edges are flat-sewn, without any bulk. Nothing protrudes on the skin side, so nothing chafes, even after hours of running and thousands of steps. All the shorts and bib shorts in this selection have flat seams. The TerraRun Tight adds an angled side seam to move the seam away from friction areas.

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Technical trail running shorts

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