Running skirts - what's the big deal about them?

[secretlyevil]

What makes them special? Better than shorts or capris?

[ebeth]

I think some people like more coverage of the ass and/or upper thigh area. or they want to look cute while they are running.

[gumi]

its like wearing compression shorts (which I think are the most comfortable thing to wear while running) while getting some coverage so you are not running in itty bitty spandex. Also, in the summer, the fabric wicks away the sweat. Also, they are cute enough to wear when you are not running so they are multi-functional. Plus, they are just fun.

Capris are too warm for the summer and shorts are limiting -- I own some non-black running shorts but all my fun stuff are skirts.

[secretlyevil]

I didn't know they were compression shorts under the skirts...hmmm.

[nabum]

I'm thin but I still have upper thigh chub rub. My running skirts have helped a lot with the chafing I have experienced in shorts. Also, I can't run in capris if it's over 60 degrees. I'm a sweaty mofo.

[Deleted]

You know how your shorts can ride up between your legs while you run? Running skirts hide that.

[texassmith]

May 22, 2013 10:52:00 GMT -5 @mrschicken said:

You know how your shorts can ride up between your legs while you run? Running skirts hide that.

I just embrace the short shimmy

[ebeth]

May 22, 2013 10:49:35 GMT -5 nabum said:

I'm thin but I still have upper thigh chub rub. My running skirts have helped a lot with the chafing I have experienced in shorts. Also, I can't run in capris if it's over 60 degrees. I'm a sweaty mofo.

this, I do not understand.  How do skirts prevent chafe experienced in compression shorts? seems to me if you chafe in compression shorts then you are going to chafe in compression shorts with a skirt on them too.

[shorty20]

May 22, 2013 11:02:23 GMT -5 ebeth said:

May 22, 2013 10:49:35 GMT -5 nabum said:

I'm thin but I still have upper thigh chub rub. My running skirts have helped a lot with the chafing I have experienced in shorts. Also, I can't run in capris if it's over 60 degrees. I'm a sweaty mofo.

this, I do not understand.  How do skirts prevent chafe experienced in compression shorts? seems to me if you chafe in compression shorts then you are going to chafe in compression shorts with a skirt on them too.

I think she meant she chafes in regular running shorts, not compression shorts.

[Wines Not Whines]

I have one running skirt. The only reason I have it is because it's cute.

[jillybean222]

another vote for cute! i wore one today b/c i knew i wouldn't have time for a shower between my run and PS pickup so i took off my shirt, washed my face, and threw on a tank and i was ready to go - shorts aren't as multifunctional!

[secretlyevil]

A local maker of running skirts who until recently has only shown at race expos has a new store front. Their grand opening is June 1. Definitely some food for thought. I would love to wear compression shorts but don't because of the lack of coverage so that's an awesome point.

[Brit]

They are just for fun. I don't necessarily think they are better or worse than shorts. I'm opposite gumi, I think running shorts are the most comfortable thing to wear, but I still can't resist a pink running skirt with ruffles, even if I think the compression shorts underneath are mildly annoying.

[nabum]

May 22, 2013 11:11:40 GMT -5 shorty20 said:

May 22, 2013 11:02:23 GMT -5 ebeth said:

this, I do not understand.  How do skirts prevent chafe experienced in compression shorts? seems to me if you chafe in compression shorts then you are going to chafe in compression shorts with a skirt on them too.

I think she meant she chafes in regular running shorts, not compression shorts.

Yes, exactly this. No bunchy fabric with compression shorts.

[trigal]

I had no interest in running skirts for a long time (I'm not that girls). But, now I love them! For some reason I think they are cooler. In the winter, I've worn one over tights because my butt always gets too cold. Plus, I've never found a short or tight with better pockets!

[jchokie79]

I just picked up a running skirt this week. To me the appeal is the compression shorts, having my butt hidden but looking cute all at the same time. It's my first pair so I'll have to run with it for a few times before I decide if I really like them or not.

[secretlyevil]

the large pocket is a definite plus

[aurora]

It's all about the cute factor for me. I spent a decade an an athlete completely denying my feminine side and I am now catching up for lost time. My husband, who married me in the earlier part of my life, thinks it is very funny (in a positive sort of way).

[katandkevin]

Maybe I am just wearing the wrong ones, but I hate them. I think they are cute but the shorts underneath ride up and are insanely uncomfortable to run in. If I could find one with longer shorts, I might try them again.

[grk2012]

May 22, 2013 16:10:14 GMT -5 secretlyevil said:

the large pocket is a definite plus

This varies by brand. I have a Nike skirt that has zero pockets, but my Lululemon skirts have three each. 

[hurricanedrunk]

Been thinking about trying some out... This thread had convinces me to get a pair. They're so cute!

[agswife]

May 22, 2013 12:46:19 GMT -5 Wines Not Whines said:

I have one running skirt. The only reason I have it is because it's cute.

This. Sometimes, I like to look cute.

[foundmylazybum]

May 22, 2013 12:55:39 GMT -5 jillybean222 said:

another vote for cute! i wore one today b/c i knew i wouldn't have time for a shower between my run and PS pickup so i took off my shirt, washed my face, and threw on a tank and i was ready to go - shorts aren't as multifunctional!

Could you explain why you couldn't do this in shorts?

[taratru]

I have one. It is cute, but I like to wear it because it makes me feel fast. therefore, I only wear it for track workouts.

But the shorts underneath are flucking annoying and there's no way I could wear it for very long.

[osulori]

I just got one from Athleta earlier this month and have worn it on all of one or two weeblewobbles around my neighborhood (and yes that's what I'm calling it now b/c it sure as shit doesn't feel like running). I bought it because it was cute, but it turns out I actually like running in it too. I don't like/dislike it any more than wearing running shorts though, it's just another option to pull out of my dresser.

[jillybean222]

May 23, 2013 6:31:16 GMT -5 foundmylazybum said:

May 22, 2013 12:55:39 GMT -5 jillybean222 said:

another vote for cute! i wore one today b/c i knew i wouldn't have time for a shower between my run and PS pickup so i took off my shirt, washed my face, and threw on a tank and i was ready to go - shorts aren't as multifunctional!

Could you explain why you couldn't do this in shorts?

b/c shorts are not cute.  i don't have a better answer than that.  sorry to disappoint. 

[secretlyevil]

Hmmmm... I think I'll go try one on and see.

[foundmylazybum]

May 23, 2013 19:17:15 GMT -5 jillybean222 said:

May 23, 2013 6:31:16 GMT -5 foundmylazybum said:

Could you explain why you couldn't do this in shorts?

b/c shorts are not cute.  i don't have a better answer than that.  sorry to disappoint. 

Oh. I've always been able to do pretty much exactly what you described in shorts with no problems in terms "functionality."

That's why I was asking.

[emsumm]

Hm, now I want one.

[Deleted]

I bought a cute LLL one but it chafed the hell out of me at around mile 12 of my long run last week.