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When it comes to long runs, it's no secret that you are going to sweat, and having a material that can wick away your body's moisture is key to keeping you comfortable and dry. The Lululemon Speed Up has just that. A lightweight, crepe-like fabric makes up the body of the short, and a 2.5" wide spandex waistband sits right at the hip, both of which dried just as fast as any other material in the competition. Additionally, the liner of these shorts is by far the most comfortable of our fleet, with an elastic edge that lays flat and grips at the same time. The curved seaming and overlapping fabric is a clean and flattering cut.
We do have a few reservations about the length of these shorts, as it should be noted they don't provide any protection from chafing. If you are prone to this, perhaps look on for a longer inseam option. Also, these are quite expensive relative to other options. These critiques aside, the Lululemon Speed Up is an amazing lightweight and fast-drying option for your long run days. 

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I own 2 pairs of these Lululemon running shorts and I firmly believe they're worth the $58 price — they never ride up and they have pockets for my essentials

The Patagonia Strider Pro is our top choice for trail runs and long-distance activities. We were impressed with the liner and waistband of this model and appreciated the exterior drawstring closure, which reduces chafing for extended runs. The waistband felt comfortable and secure without the bunching or looseness which we experienced on some other models. This model also features the best pockets for bringing gear along for all-day efforts; they easily fit multiple energy gels and secured a standard iPhone 11 Pro with ease in its zippered pocket. This model is available in both 5-inch and 7-inch inseams &#40;we tested the 5-inch inseam model&#41;.
The only real downside of these shorts is the price being one of the most expensive we tested. In the future, we think there could be improvements on its drying times, but we also understand the need to provide moisture-wicking in a short. While you probably won't want to wear this all day while not running, we think it's without a doubt our go-to trail and long-distance short.

The Patagonia Strider Pro is our top choice for trail runs and long-distance activities. We were impressed with the liner and waistband of this model and appreciated the exterior drawstring closure, which reduces chafing for extended runs. The waistband felt comfortable and secure without the bunching or looseness which we experienced on some other models. This model also features the best pockets for bringing gear along for all-day efforts; they easily fit multiple energy gels and secured a standard iPhone 11 Pro with ease in its zippered pocket. This model is available in both 5-inch and 7-inch inseams &#40;we tested the 5-inch inseam model&#41;.
The only real downside of these shorts is the price being one of the most expensive we tested. In the future, we think there could be improvements in its drying times, but we also understand the need to provide moisture-wicking in a short. While you probably won't want to wear this all day while not running, we think it's without a doubt our go-to trail and long-distance short.

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