Whether you're hammering out intervals on the track, cruising a chatty social run, or lacing up for the long haul on the trails, a good pair of running shorts is mission critical. The best running shorts offer killer comfort and total freedom to move. They wick sweat, dry fast, and ward off unwanted chafe. The only problem' There's hundreds of styles from dozens of brands, and not all shorts are created equal. Don't fear, we've got you'and your downstairs'covered. As one of WIRED's running gear experts, I've logged hundreds of miles testing the latest shorts, and I'm here to help you sort the winners from those that come up, well erm, short. Here's my tried and tested picks for your bottom half. Be sure to check out our other sport and fitness buying guides, including the Best Running Shoes, the Best Running Underwear, the Best Treadmills, and the Best Merino Wool. Running shorts come in a wide variety of styles. Shorter shorts tend to be suited to shorter, faster runs, while...
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