Mens Nylon Tricot Shorts

From LoveToKnow Men's Fashion

Men’s nylon tricot shorts, especially the running shorts so popular in the 1980s, remain a favorite for joggers and marathoners because of their easy, comfortable fit and practicality. Nylon tricot is a common fabric in swimsuits and underwear too, thanks to its sleek fit and feel.

Classic nylon tricot shorts remain a favorite of runners everywhere.

Running in Nylon Tricot Shorts

Nylon tricot shorts, recently made even cooler because they were worn with such aplomb by the actor Michael Cera in the Oscar-winning film Juno, have been popular with runners since the 1980s because they are so good at wicking away moisture and are lightweight. The fabric is soft and moves well, so there is no danger of chafing or tangling. Many runners prefer something more skin-tight for actual competition, but just as many continue to opt for the standard nylon tricot.

Shopping for Men’s Nylon Tricot Shorts

The loose fit of the shorts means that you only have to worry about getting the right size for your waist – no trying on necessary. This means you can shop online with ease, which is especially useful if you don’t have a good sporting goods store near you. Here are a few sites to start browsing:

Soark has been catering to the serious running community since 1986, which would explain why they have a good collection of the classic nylon tricot shorts. All their products are made in the U.S. and you get free shipping on any order over $60. The shorts come in two styles. There is the original three-quarter split cut with overlapping side tack that allows for maximum movement, or there is a nonsplit with side seam curved at the bottom, which provides a little more coverage. Both styles come with a matching built-in brief liner elasticized at the leg and a large inside pocket for keys. Colors include gold, navy, royal blue, red, white, black, orange, forest green and purple.

Pacific Coast Sportswear has a more modern version of men’s nylon tricot shorts, appropriate for beach volleyball and other outdoor sports. With these, you can get several options, including a drawstring, two inches of length, a colored micromesh body or a two-color alternating panel. Because some products have to be ordered in volume, this is a good site to use if you are ordering for a sports team.

American Apparel carries swim briefs made of nylon tricot. It’s front-lined with water-wicking Helenca lining and double stitching throughout. Current colors are black, white, cobalt and charcoal. The brief is very highly rated, with users raving about the perfect fit, especially for a slim man.

Epic Sports mostly focuses on soccer apparel, but sells clothes for other sports as well and features a nylon tricot mesh baseball short. It has a two-inch waistband with inner drawstring, contrasting color side piping, polyester lining, extended V-notch sides and generous inseams, so that you have minimal resistance when running.

Caring for Nylon Tricot Shorts

Most nylon tricot is designed to be machine washed and dried for maximum ease of use, but your shorts will last longer and better if you wash them in cold water and hang them out to dry. If you are running every day, you can quickly wash them in the sink and throw them over the shower curtain to dry. This is another instance in which the moisture wicking abilities of nylon tricot are so useful – the shorts dry fast. It’s better for your skin to put them on clean with each use, and it’s better for the planet to wash them cold and air dry them. Either way, they can certainly last a while – you can find the originals for sale on eBay. However, if you’re a serious runner, you are better off with new shorts just for you.

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