Men's shorts?

[Epcot242]

I'm not sure if this is in the right place...so admins, feel free to move.

In the past I used to wear khaki shorts to the parks, but I eventually realized that I sweated way too much in them. Last trip, I switched out to running/yoga shorts that have a liner in them. Worked great, even though there were generally no pockets. Well, we're going again and I'm in need of new shorts. I wouldn't mind a pair or two that don't look like I'm about to hit a jogging trail (like standard black ones), so I'm curious if anyone has purchased more "active" shorts that weren't your standard jogging shorts, and if so, where did you get them?

 

[PaintsWindColors]

My hubby enjoys wearing boardshorts - basically, swim trunks. He usually buys them from PacSun and they match his tank tops pretty well without looking too dorky. He says the mesh lining wicks away sweat better and I think all of the pairs he owns have pockets.

 

[goofyernmost]

How is black cooler then khaki? Just curious!

 

[danny1649]

Blue , green and other color's of ladies shorts. But whatever you wear justt make sure you are comfortable.

 

[jagfanjosh3252]

I love my khaki shorts. I wear those and some moisture wicking boxers and I'm good.

Sometimes I will wear gym shorts though. If I keep all my stuff in my backpack

 

[Kingdome8]

I gotta wear khakis. I can't wear gym shorts. Pockets are to flimsy and would be worried about stuff falling out all day. Plus khakis or nice shirts look better in pics

 

[Kingdome8]

Doesn't under armour make nice khakis now that are light?

 

[mcjaco]

I wear these to help wick away sweat, and they dry fast.

http://www.hanes.com/champion/mens-workout/essentials/men-underwear

 

[Epcot242]

How is black cooler then khaki? Just curious!

It isn't! lol. I splurged at one point and have a nice pair of shorts from lululemon (or however you spell it) but I can't justify spending that amount on another pair. I was just wondering what others might've purchased that weren't the standard black running shorts you see all over the place. I've found some nice khaki-like running shorts that are more like active wear, but I was curious if others had suggestions.

Thanks everyone for responding. I'm going to look into these options.

 

[mcjaco]

You may want to look into biking shorts too. I have a pair that look like cargo shorts, and have built in compression shorts with "padding" in areas.

 

[goofyernmost]

It isn't! lol. I splurged at one point and have a nice pair of shorts from lululemon (or however you spell it) but I can't justify spending that amount on another pair. I was just wondering what others might've purchased that weren't the standard black running shorts you see all over the place. I've found some nice khaki-like running shorts that are more like active wear, but I was curious if others had suggestions.

Thanks everyone for responding. I'm going to look into these options.

I guess, I'm not a good one to respond because I wouldn't know running shorts from ice cube trays. I just buy whatever shorts are on sale, usually cargo, but not always. I don't have a problem with being too hot or too cold, so don't pay any attention to what I have to say about it. I only responded because you said that the khaki ones were to hot and I couldn't see how black anything would be cooler. Maybe it's just me.

 

[TIME4DIZ]

Look for shorts in the golf section of any big box sporting goods store - each brand will make a few varieties that are much lighter (& with moisture controlling features) than your average khaki shorts. Hiking shorts are also an option- check out EMS or REI type places. Plenty of options for style and color in both the golf and hiking categories- no need to look like you are out for run!