In search of the perfect shorts

FL_Hiker

I’ve had one good pair of running shorts for the past 10 years maybe even closer to 15. I wore them during highschool CC and track practice, all the 5k’s I’ve ever ran, my first half and even my first marathon. I love these shorts because they have big mesh pockets on the back that can fit so many Gu’s and stuff! And a hidden zipper pocket that I never use. I’ve searched everywhere for running shorts like these and I can’t find any similar, most I’ve found just have a zip pocket or two small Velcro pockets on the side. I know hydration belts exist but it’s just not the same lol. These things are starting to fall apart and I think it’s time I retired them. Does anyone make shorts like these anymore?

L1zardQueen

Do you know how to sew? It would be easy to make a new pair. Or hire a seamstress.

cmriverside

Dangit, I have a pair of shorts I've had for about that long and I've tried to find a replacement for about eight years now.

I feel your pain.

Good luck. And next time we'll both buy more than one!

cmriverside

Try the thrift stores, that's where I've had the best luck with finding clothes that are "like" something I have that's getting older. Especially fitness clothes, they are in high supply at thrift stores. You never know, you may find the exact ones.

That happened to me when I was losing weight and I shrunk out of my shorts. At the Goodwill I found the next size down, exactly the same pair - same color and errything.

L1zardQueen

Or try eBay.

garystrickland357

This made me laugh. I really thought I was weird because I have a pair of shorts that are 10 years old that I really like. I thought I was the only one...

kami3006

garystrickland357 wrote: »

This made me laugh. I really thought I was weird because I have a pair of shorts that are 10 years old that I really like. I thought I was the only one...

I like to wear stuff until it falls apart. I'm 44 and still have a couple shirts and a pair of pants from high school. I've had to do a little repair work over the years and I dread the day they have to be retired.

lorrpb

You could get a cycling jersey (sleeved or sleeveless) that has 2-3 HUGE cargo pockets in back.

FL_Hiker

garystrickland357 wrote: »

This made me laugh. I really thought I was weird because I have a pair of shorts that are 10 years old that I really like. I thought I was the only one...

Welcome to our little support group, you aren’t alone lol 😂!
Thanks for the suggestions everyone!! A friend of mine happened to have a $20 off coupon for a pair of shorts similar to my old ones but in my favorite color! I hope they are just as awesome 😁, this time I’m buying TWO!

Teabythesea_

I get 99% of my workout clothes from goodwill, no shame. It started because I had a similar problem with a pair of leggings. They got to be too small and the brand was worn off. I tried on easily 20 pairs in goodwill and found ones very similar and walked out with some Nike and underarmour leggings for less than $20. Win win win!