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April 19, 2024

Lululemon’s ‘Best All-Around Workout Shorts’ Are Yours to Score for Just $39 Before They Sell Out

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Lululemon is one of the most popular men’s athleisure brands, expertly fusing the “ath” and “leisure” parts of the equation. The brand’s ABC pants are ideal for travel, commuting, and lounging, while the Pace Breaker and License to Train collections are designed for tackling any workout and grabbing lunch right after. Recently, Lululemon restocked its “We Made Too Much” section, which includes specials on the brand’s bestselling workout gear, including one of its most popular pairs of shorts that’s now under $40.

Right now, you can score a pair of the normally $68 Lululemon Pace Breaker Linerless Shorts for as low as $39, depending on the color and length. These multi-purpose shorts have earned over 300 five-star ratings at Lulu by shoppers who admit they’re “the only shorts” they’ll wear. They’re available in a 7- or 5-inch inseam with eight colors to choose from, including eye-catching corals and magentas, neutral blues, and iridescent-inspired prints. Sizes are starting to sell out, so you’ll want to move quickly.

Lululemon Pace Breaker Linerless 7-Inch Short in Night Sea, From $39 (was $68) at Lululemon

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The linerless design of these Lululemon shorts is more versatile than lined shorts, and they’re perfect for both workouts and just hanging around. The shorts are made from recycled polyester, with ultra-stretchy elastane for ease of movement. They feature two side hand pockets, as well as a zippered side pocket for secure, low-bounce storage of phones and other essentials while running. The shorts also have a mesh panel along the back for breathability. The textured waistband is designed to feel comfortable against the skin, keeping chafing to a minimum.

Shoppers appreciated the breathability and comfort of the fabric, with one calling them “lightweight and super comfortable.” Similarly, another wrote, “They are light enough to feel comfortable yet have good quality to know you have a good product. Great for casual and exercising.” Another called them “great for working out or just for casual wear.”

Lululemon Pace Breaker Linerless 7-Inch Short in Magenta Purple, From $39 (was $68) at Lululemon

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Versatility was a key selling point, with one shopper saying the “comfortable four-way stretch fabric makes it easy to wear. You could dress these shorts up or down.” Another wrote, “These shorts provide a comfortable fit without feeling too restricted in the legs or hips like some shorts. There are plenty of pockets to store your phone, key fob, and headsets. They’ve been washed a few times and so far no signs of wear or pilling.” They also called them the “best all-around workout shorts.”

If you’re looking for stylish workout gear, Lululemon’s entire “We Made Too Much” section is worth checking out, but the most popular styles tend to sell out quickly. That includes the Pace Breaker shorts, which are already in limited supply, so you’ll want to act fast. 

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January 24, 2024

Patagonia’s Bestselling Running Jacket Is ‘Lightweight and Compact’ and Now Under $65

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It’s easy to get excited when scouting a new pair of running shoes for yourself, but finding a good jacket is equally important, especially in rainy or chilly weather. Not only can a good running jacket help lock in warmth and seal out moisture, but great ones can keep you running for longer. And recently, the top style at REI was marked down by nearly half the price.

The Patagonia Houdini Jacket is currently on sale for as low as $65—up to 40% off the original price of $109. This multi-use running jacket is wildly popular at REI, boasting over 150 five-star ratings and the No. 1 spot among all running jackets on the site. 

Patagonia Men’s Houdini Jacket in Belay Blue/Fitz Roy Patchwork, From $65 (was $109) at REI

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The Patagonia Houdini Jacket is a packable windbreaker and running jacket made from a feather-light 1.2-ounce recycled ripstop nylon that’s more durable than its weight suggests. It’s been given a durable water-repellent (DWR) coating to help slick water in drizzly conditions but is just as useful on a chilly day to converse warmth. Its cuffs house a half-elastic closure while its hemline features an adjustable drawcord to better lock out moisture. There’s a single chest pocket that’s big enough to store keys, cards, and most phones. But what’s most important is that each jacket has reflective detailing that helps illuminate your body for safety once the sun goes down.

Because this jacket can be packed down into its chest pocket and zipped shut, it can serve as an everyday accessory without any additional hassle. It’s an easy just-in-case add-on to a running vest while hitting the streets, a car trunk when heading out for a hike, or even a backpack for taking trips. 

Patagonia Men’s Houdini Jacket in Shrub Green, From $65 (was $109) at REI

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Shoppers have used the Patagonia Houdini Jacket for anything from running and cycling to hiking and commuting. But as a running jacket, shoppers say it goes the extra mile. “This is an ideal windbreaker and rain jacket for running in cold temperatures or rain,” one shopper explained. “It is thin, breathes extremely well, and will keep you dry enough during runs in the rain.”

Another thing shoppers love about this do-it-all jacket is that it comes in handy for really any outdoor activity. “This is one of my favorite pieces of gear for a hike in virtually all seasons,” a shopper said. “I took it out on a shoulder season hike above treeline in the White Mountains and I was the only person in the group who didn’t have to delayer—this thing manages temperature pretty well, not to mention wind.”

For as low as $65, the Patagonia Houdini Jacket is an absolute steal. Not only can this be a regular three-season companion for runners, hikers, and cyclists, but it can also be a lifeline for anyone who gets caught in the middle of the rain. Sizes are already selling out because of this huge discount, so if you’re looking to add a utile accessory to your outdoor gear kit, pick up your favorite color before it disappears for good.

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November 15, 2023

My Favorite Running Shirt Is Also My Favorite Date Night Shirt

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I’m not a guy who wears sweat pants out of the house. I say that to let you know that I care about how I look. Am I vain? Maybe. I enjoy dressing well and believe wholeheartedly in the power of the right sweater in the right situation. I think about what the socks I wear say about me as an individual. 

So, when I tell you that my favorite technical running shirt is also my favorite date night shirt, I want you to know that it’s not a haphazard comment from someone who’s simply too lazy to change clothes between activities. I consider my running layers and my dating layers with equal fervor, and I’m ready to announce to the world that Roark’s Bless Up Trail Shirt is the best running shirt I own and the best date night shirt I own. Period.

The Bless Up Trail is part of Roark’s fashion-forward Run Amok collection; think technical tie-dye shirts, running shorts with bold rooster graphics, and interesting collaborations with bands like Motörhead and Black Sabbath. Even in this group of funky couture, the Bless Up Trail stands out. Instead of a pullover T-shirt, like most technical tops, this is a button down with a collar—because trail runners deserve to dress well too! We don’t all want to wear neon yellow shirts that are brighter than signal flares. We want to look sporty and a little sophisticated. 

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I’m by no means a fast or competitive runner, but I’ve burned through countless shoes training for races over the last 30 years. I’ve completed multi-day stage runs, planned and executed adventure runs that looked fun on a map but were grueling in real life, completed a number of half marathons and survived one ultra. I feel my best after a long trail run, and I’m picky about the clothes I wear for those sorts of adventures—testing everything from minuscule racing singlets to wool hoodies over the years. In that time, I’ve written about running and running gear for Runner’s World, Outside, Blue Ridge Outdoors, REI Co-op, and Men’s Journal.

Roark’s Bless Up shirt includes intriguing prints that make it a great fit for running and date night.

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Solid Performer 

The version of the Bless Up Trail that I have has a vibrant, striking floral pattern that stops short of being a full-on Hawaiian shirt. I like to think it’s channeling peak ‘80s Magnum P.I.: It’s a little rakish, but knows how to operate in polite society. Other versions are more subdued, but still have intriguing prints—tigers and cranes on one, alligators and palm trees on another. But don’t let the aesthetics fool you, the Bless Up Trail is built for performance.

Made from a nylon/polyester blend with mechanical 4-way stretch, its feather-weight build has a barely-there feel that’s enhanced by micro-perforation (fancy word for “tiny holes”), allowing it to breathe like a Wim Hof devotee. All of this makes for a great technical layer that allows for a full range of mobility, never clings, and dries super fast. 

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I’ve been testing this shirt for six months, wearing it mostly on long mountain bike rides and trail runs. Because of the collar, it’s even golf club appropriate, so I’ve knocked out countless rounds of golf in the Bless Up Trail. Over the months, it has become my go-to active shirt on hot days. I live in the Southern Appalachians and tend to soak through most of my layers, but the Bless Up breathes so well and dries so fast, I can keep it on as I move from the course or trail to the bar.

Technical layers that are built to transition from trail to town aren’t new. I have plenty of them. But in my experience, most of these layers tend to be best for just one situation or the other. I have some great flannels with mechanical stretch that were made for cycling, but they don’t breathe well enough if you’re really hammering, so I only wear them around town. I have some expensive merino wool shirts that perform well on the trail, but don’t fit well enough to be considered for town duty. 

My favorite Bless Up Trail has a vibrant, striking floral pattern that stops short of being a full-on Hawaiian shirt.

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A Multi-Faceted Shirt 

The Bless Up Trail truly thrives in both worlds. Not only does it transition well from the course to the club, or the trailhead to the pub, but I choose to wear this shirt on date night because it fits so well and is so striking. I’ve worn it to fancy dinners and my wife’s work parties. I’ve worn it out to the bar, on airplanes, and to the movies. I think I could even wear this shirt to a casual wedding if I pair it with the right blazer and crisp jeans.

As for the fit, it’s not a super-svelte, athletic cut, but it’s not old-school baggy either. It fits well, but there’s plenty of room for movement. And the hem hits at just the right spot to go untucked. The shirt says “I’m here to party, but I’m not gonna break your lamps.” It’s fun, but classy, to the point where I’ve received multiple compliments on this thing. One nice lady at a bar even offered to buy it right off my back for her husband.

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But I could never part with this shirt, no matter how enticing the offer. If anything, I need more of them. One Bless Up Trail isn’t enough. Ideally, I’d have one for every day of the week! No, it would be insane to wear a different version of the same shirt every day. I’ll take it down a notch and just get three more. One for every other day of the week. That’s not insane. That’s perfectly reasonable. Right?

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October 19, 2023

These Popular Asics Running Sneakers That Customers Call the ‘Best Shoe Ever’ Are as Low as $53 Right Now

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It’s only been a week since the Asics Gel-Kayano 29 hit just $63—one of the lowest prices we’ve ever tracked—but the brand just slashed prices again. This time, on another pair of their most popular men’s running shoes—the Gel-Cumulus 23. Whereas the Gel-Kayano collection is touted as a go-to for neutral-to-overpronating foot types, the Gel-Cumulus is a top choice for those with neutral-to-underpronating feet and are fit for outdoor and indoor use.

Right now, the Asics men’s Gel-Cumulus 23 running shoe in the “Black/Reborn Blue” color is on sale for as low as $53—up to 56% off the original price of $120. Not only is this a great value on a superior runner, but it’s a style many customers reach for even at full price. The shoe has held down a steady 4.5-star average after nearly 3,000 ratings from satisfied customers because they’re comfortable, nice-looking, and, even at full price, an excellent value.

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The Asics Gel-Cumulus 23 is a neutral running shoe with a 10mm drop and a full rubber sole. While it’s designed to support push-off from neutrally distributed pressure in the forefoot, it also works for underpronating feet and supports a stride that favors the smaller toes and outside of the foot. It features classic Asics gel in the heel for better shock absorption as well as a carefully engineered midsole with small pillar-like shapes that help increase compression without losing stability. The mesh upper is both flexible and breathable, which is great for feet that run hot, and only further increases the shoe’s comfort

This style has earned its own following under the Asics brand since its release in 1999. Though after 25 iterations the shoe looks completely different than it did in its inception, Gel-Cumulus fans—some who have worn the style since its release—remain loyal and continue to rely on it as their primary walking, running, or training sneaker. In fact, customers are often the first to notice the pros and cons of each new iteration, and not all of them are good.

However, according to one customer who has been wearing the Gel-Cumulus since the ‘90s, this specific iteration, the 23, is among the best they’ve worn. They said, “This model peaked around the 20 and 21 [iterations], both of which had a somewhat wider fit and absolutely superb cushioning. The 22 was a disappointment, with an undersized and excessively narrow fit. I am happy to report that these 23s feel like the 20s and 21s. They are again roomier and the cushioning is excellent.”

Some customers have even tried to switch brands but continue coming back to the Gel Cumulus because of its staying power. One customer said, “I can usually get about 300 miles out of a pair before I have to replace them…and after 300 miles they owe me nothing. I have tried more expensive shoes and keep coming back to these.”

With Asics holding firm as one of the top brands in running, a deal like this doesn’t come around all the time, especially on one of the brand’s core shoes. When you can find a pair of running shoes like the Gel-Cumulus 23 for as low as $53, you jump on it—quickly. It’s unclear how long this price will last so make sure to grab your size while it’s still available. 

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March 17, 2022

The Best Men’s Running Shoes Under $100 in 2022

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In theory, running is a minimalist sport—all you need is a good pair of sneakers. If you haven’t noticed, though, a good pair of sneakers will often cost you upwards of $200. Great kicks are important: They protect your feet from the impact forces generated by striking the pavement mile after mile, and they also store energy to help your feet spring forward, creating a fast, lively feel underfoot. But if you’re running on a budget, you’re in luck: You can still score a pair of stellar running shoes for under $100.

Affordable running shoes might not have all the cutting-edge technology that helps elite runners pull off extraordinary feats, but that kind of tech isn’t always necessary for casual running or day-to-day training. Most running shoes on the market today are outfitted with soft, supportive foam, breathable knit uppers, and stylish designs. In other words, even running shoes under $100 still offer plenty of performance.

Below, we put together a list of running shoes from trusted brands like Nike, Asics, and New Balance that are affordable and dependable. Check out nine of the best budget buys (all for $100 or less) you can find right now.

The Best Running Shoes Under $100 in 2022

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