Running Skorts

[katluvr]

I, too, have the rubbing thigh issue, so I prefer any type of compression or "tights" but short. This year I found TONS of long tights or capri's, but hard time finding shorts (tight/compression). I ran my marathon in my favorite one...but they are falling apart between the thighs (all that friction!). I don't want a skort/running skirt. Just some good ole shorts that can handle the "rub".

K

[colby]

I, too, have the rubbing thigh issue, so I prefer any type of compression or "tights" but short. This year I found TONS of long tights or capri's, but hard time finding shorts (tight/compression). I ran my marathon in my favorite one...but they are falling apart between the thighs (all that friction!). I don't want a skort/running skirt. Just some good ole shorts that can handle the "rub".

K

I didn't think about this until recently with all the threads on it, but I had one pair of tri shorts that I wore for a few tris, maybe Ironman (don't remember), and they wore through the seams between the thighs. I have been training in another pair for 2 seasons, ran a marathon in them, and they are awesome. I am afraid of what happens when they wear out! I am afraid to try running shorts not just because of thigh rubbage but because I am not confident of my assets.

The ones that have lasted a long time are from Zoot, but so are the ones that didn't last a long time. Go figure. The ones that have lasted do have a longer inseam.

I think they are probably replaced by these:
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/,...For-Women.html
or these:
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/,...For-Women.html

The stuff in the Zoot Ultra line have fabrics that are more technical, more compressive, but also seem to rub harsher against each other. That's probably what my first pair were. I have a newer pair of Ultras but I don't train in them until I get into longer distances and need to not deviate from race plan.

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The stuff in the Zoot Ultra line have fabrics that are more technical, more compressive, but also seem to rub harsher against each other. That's probably what my first pair were. I have a newer pair of Ultras but I don't train in them until I get into longer distances and need to not deviate from race plan.

I have to REALLY watch seam placement in the crotch area of compression shorts and tights. I had two pair of Mizuno tights that I LOVED...comfiest things I've ever worn. But after about 2-3 months on one pair and only a month or two on the other I sent them back. Mizuno replaced them, but I ended up selling the new replacements on eBay, since I knew the new ones would fare no better. I have thighs that eat seams for breakfast.

I don't know why companies insist upon putting seams smack-dab dead-center between thighs. The friction tears stuff up unless a woman has wider hips and thinner thighs. I have the opposite combo.

[Bike Chick]

I suffered with the thigh burn last week for the first time ever......Oh my! By the time I noticed it, it was too late and there was nothing I could do. I relied on you ladies here at TE to figure out how to fix the problem and ordered a Atalanta running skirt. I ran 5 miles in it last night and absolutely love it! It weighs nothing, wicks perspiration, is very comfortable, and there is no thigh rub. I would recommend it to anyone.

[love 2run]

I love the Baja Short from Impact Fitness, because they are longer than traditional running shorts. Here is a link to their site.
http://www.impactfitnesswear.com/pan...rts/baja-short

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"Their" site, huh? OK, person with 1 post...and that's not even relevant to the discussion.

[Bike Chick]

They didn't respond to your post, did they Zoom??? Hmmm

[GLC1968]

Bike Chick - which Atalanta skirt did you get? I really want one, but it looks like they don't have a single one in my size. Of course, I'm guessing on size, too. Ugh.

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Bike Chick - which Atalanta skirt did you get? I really want one, but it looks like they don't have a single one in my size. Of course, I'm guessing on size, too. Ugh.

Last I knew she was closing up shop, which is a bummer. I have a few friends who swear by her skirts.

[GLC1968]

Last I knew she was closing up shop, which is a bummer. I have a few friends who swear by her skirts.

What??? No way! Is that why I can't get to the site today? I was there earlier this week, too.

Figures.

Anyone else know of a running skort with a compression short underneath that is at least 6" long? I think that'll work for me whether the shorts have grippers or not. I could probably go as short as 4" if they have grippers.

Any ideas?

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Anyone else know of a running skort with a compression short underneath that is at least 6" long? I think that'll work for me whether the shorts have grippers or not. I could probably go as short as 4" if they have grippers.

Any ideas?

I don't know of any, off-hand, though maybe there are some out there that I am not aware of. My solution is to wear skirts with built-in spankies and then apply some SportShield (FAR better and cheaper in the long-run than Body Glide, since it's so concentrated and lasts so long) to the problem chafe areas. I have not had a hint of chafing doing that, not even after running marathons in a skirt. I have more issues with chafing when I wear compression shorts.

[Veronica]

What??? No way! Is that why I can't get to the site today? I was there earlier this week, too.

Figures.

Anyone else know of a running skort with a compression short underneath that is at least 6" long? I think that'll work for me whether the shorts have grippers or not. I could probably go as short as 4" if they have grippers.

Any ideas?

I assume you have searched TE? How about Terry?

Veronica

[GLC1968]

Yep, checked TE first, of course. I haven't checked Terry - good idea.

I did find one option at REI - skirtsports brand...but I'm bummed that TE doesn't carry this style. I'll have to hint at Susan if it works for me for next season.

[zoom-zoom]

I just looked at the RunningSkirt.com "Athletic" skirts and the compression shorts under those are 5" inseam (or longer on larger sizes, it appears), so that might be worth looking into. Their traditional running skirts with the liner brief are my favorites, by far. I tried a couple of Skirt Sports skirts over the years, but they fit me weird. I think they work better for women who have relatively slim thighs relative to their hips, which is the reverse of my build.

[GLC1968]

I just looked at the RunningSkirt.com "Athletic" skirts and the compression shorts under those are 5" inseam (or longer on larger sizes, it appears), so that might be worth looking into. Their traditional running skirts with the liner brief are my favorites, by far. I tried a couple of Skirt Sports skirts over the years, but they fit me weird. I think they work better for women who have relatively slim thighs relative to their hips, which is the reverse of my build.

I might have to try those. I have one of their regular running skirts and it's wayyyy too big in the waist relative to the butt/thighs for my build. It's also just generally too big all over now so I have it listed for sale here.

Terry has one non-chamois athletic type skort - but it's their flair skort and I fear it'll be too 'fluttery' when I run. I don't want to be wearing an iceskating type skirt!

Maybe what I need to do is make one. I could buy compression shorts that work for me and then just make a skirt to go over it. Or I could just suck it up and wear the stupid compression shorts alone. I just would *really* like to have a small pocket and none of my shorts have that.

I think I'm too demanding!