Adidas AdiStar Shorts : A Compromise Between Extremes

I came of age as a runner back when running shorts were trying to be as non-existent as possible. They typically covered about as much area as a Speedo and had a revealing slit on each side that ran all the way up to the waist band. Then Michael Jordan happened, and his influence on the length of athletic shorts eventually trickled down to the running community. Butt-cheek revealing racing shorts were replaced by shorts that descended well past the mid-thigh and eschewed the racing slit. While arguably more “hip,” the added length and weight certainly didn’t feel, nor look, as fast. The Adidas adiStar Short finds a middle ground that is both fashionable and fast.

Definitely a high-performance short, the Adidas adiStar Short is as comfortable as it is lightweight and, with a partial split on the side, allows for a full stride with no feeling of constraint. But while the adiStar short is race ready, I felt equally comfortable wearing it in the weight room at the health club. It covers a reasonable amount of thigh and successfully combines a charcoal base color with tasteful dashes of grey and orange. Works particularly well in conjunction with the Adidas Erickson Sleeveless Top and the Adidas Supernova Cushion—each of which employ the same color scheme. A substantial inner liner means underwear is not required. 

Bottom LIne:  Race ready compromise between style and speed. Looks equally suitable at the race track or in the weight room. Comfortable enough that you’ll just want to wear them around the house.—D.C. (Mar 06)

Price: $40

Manufacturer's Site: www.adidas.com

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