Running Skorts

[GLC1968]

I just tried on the GymGirl Ultra from Skirtsports at the running store when I picked up my race packet for this weekend. I was in a big rush, but my quick appraisal seemed to indicate that the liner shorts won't move at all. They didn't seem to chaffe at all either.

I was going to order them from TE, but the store was giving a 15% apparel discount to registered triathletes, so I just bought it there. I'll give it a shot next week sometime and report back. It did look pretty cute on me in the store!


Oh, I also checked out the 'HappyHour' version (slightly longer), but on my short legs, it just seemed TOO long. It would probably be great on someone taller and it definitely has longer inner shorts to avoid rub.

[jessmarimba]

I'm a little late to hit this thread, but if you like a certain pair of compression shorts but don't like to be seen in spandex...I run in a Nuu-Muu dress. Super comfy, pretty modest, and you get a nice little draft up the front, too. Their print fabric is cooler than the solids. Plust they DON'T have the built-in bra tops so you can wear a sports bra that actually fits right.

I'm actually trying to make a pattern off of the one I have to modify it for pockets, so if any of you creative people know where to get technical fabric let me know! (Just a project to keep me occupied while I'm couch-ridden)

[sjane]

I'm actually trying to make a pattern off of the one I have to modify it for pockets, so if any of you creative people know where to get technical fabric let me know! (Just a project to keep me occupied while I'm couch-ridden)

Try Seattle Fabrics and Rockywoods.

ETA: I just realized you posted three weeks ago, so I'm way late.

[jessmarimba]

It's totally cool - I'm still trying to find ways to pass the time, and I had given up on finding fabric. Thanks for the links!!

[sjane]

If you make one, I'd love to see it. I have some wicking fabric that I've been hoarding for three years that really needs to get made into something!

[Bike Chick]

I've been looking for a replacement of the Athleta running skort and found one of these made by Under Armour. I ran in it last night and it's really comfortable, lightweight, and didn't crawl up my legs. I don't like it as well as my Athletas but it's the first one I've found that comes close.

[Ambikes]

I have completely switched from shorts to skorts/skirts for running in warm conditions. Like a lot of you, I have larger thighs and chafing has always been a problem for me at longer distances with regular running shorts. So far, I love the skirts I have, but I will mention that I've only run in them in distances up to 7 miles so far.

I have skirts from two different manufacturers - Skirtsports and lululemon. All of them are very comfortable, and I've had no chafing and very little creeping or other monkey business going on. Like I said above, I'm a convert to the running skirt.

The Skirtsports skirt I have is (I think) the gym girl one. I love the iPod pocket it has. While I like the configuration of the pockets in general, I wish that there were a zippered pocket on it too, because I always worry about losing my keys while running. The length of the shorties is nice, but I still get a little sausage leg with them. The skirt covers it though.

I have 2 lululemon skirts, one is the pace setter model the other is the speed model. I absolutely LOVE the design and materials of these skirts (they are pretty girly and both have ruffles on the bum). Both have 2 little pockets in front where you can stash a gel and a small zipper pocket on the back. I wish the shorties were a bit longer on these skirts, but they do have grippers to keep them in place. Again, I get a little sausage leg that's completely covered by the skirt. I wish the skirt had a better way to stash an MP3 player. I am willing to forgive the little things I would change about the skirts because I just feel feminine and powerful and beautiful when I wear them.
(I know lululemon is a Canadian company, but they do have some stores in the US and they offer free shipping to US customers. Also, I do not work for nor am I affiliated with lululemon in any way!)

FYI, I wear a small from Skirtsports and a medium (size 8) from lululemon.