Review topics: ["size","fit","fabric","issues","material","quality","pockets","pair","shorts","flask","drawstring","improvement","phone","lace","rabbit","water","products","bounce","chafing","runs","liner","storage","bottle","distance"].
Reviews
Fantastic Shorts
"I had been looking at buying the venture shorts for a while. Steep price for some trail Shorts, however, they are thoughtfully designed and have a great fit. I ran a 10 mile trail race as a shakedown cruise for a longer future race. The cell phone pocket in the compression shorts was great as well as the flask pockets. As others have mentioned it’s a chunky draw string, but it is comfortable and not really noticeable once you’re running. I already bought another pair as it’s a rare I find such a good fit. As long as it remains durable and holds up, well worth it. 5’11” 195, size large."
— Johnny C. (5/5)
Best shorts I have had in a while
"I have about 100 miles or so on my shorts, with the last 13 being a half marathon race yesterday. I really do love these shorts and they are a huge improvement over my other Janji shorts which, by now, would already be losing their elasticity around the quads. I really like the fat lace (and the length!) and finally someone gets that you don't need little skinny laces that get sucked back into the hole to have a good pair of shorts. I really dig all of the pockets and am stoked that you tried the double bottle pockets in the back but...on day 1 with the shorts I tried to run with two 17 oz flasks (absolutely no dice) and even with one full one I have to tighten the lace to max limits so it seems the limit is about 14 oz of fluid in a single bottle and thats kind of the magic number (no biggie I put some gels in the other one). I love the leg pockets and my cell phone adheres like its supposed to with no bounce. Fit overall is great, I love the bright colors, and I will probably buy another pair after we see how things are going at the 500 mile mark which is when I have had to typically retire my Janjis. That's my four star review reason...awesome now but will they hold up? I hope so!!"
— Nathan M. (4/5)
Best running shorts ever
"I used these for my utmb run this last weekend. It replaced the compression underwear I normally run with and a running belt I had plenty of space, and was really impressed with how I didn't have to feel like I had to change them, because nothing else came close to replacing them"
— Shaun C. (5/5)
Awesome storage!
"These shorts are awesome. I wear them over 13 miles. I slide 2 500ml Salomon bottles in the pockets. Blowing air back into bottles after the sip makes the bottle really easy to slide back in the pockets. The huge drawstring is crucial to keep them up. The first run I felt like my shirt was tied around my waist but it was the storage compartments making the feeling. Perfect for ditching the vest and running far!"
— Benjamin B. (5/5)
Very good
"I really like the ability to store the soft flasks, but the rear zip pocket is too small for my phone."
— Art (3/5)
Good but beware thigh scrunch!
"Liner is amazing, outer short scrunches up in the crotch. I've got thighs though."
— Trevor H. (3/5)
Great for Trail Runs and Hikes
"My favorite feature on these shorts are the flask pockets. Im able to keep my water on my back hips and they don't interfere with running. Since getting these shorts they are the only pair I wear on trail runs or hikes."
— Ricardo H. (5/5)
Took it out for a
"Took it out for a 26km run was surprised by how secure the pockets were and the lack of bounce with 2 500ml bottles. Took a while to get used to putting the bottles back in but appreciated being able to run without a pack. Ruining the Sydney marathon in August and these will be my go to shorts. The big lace to tighten up the shorts definitely makes a difference in terms of security and comfort."
— Reuben L. (5/5)
Incredible Product
"Such a great product. Almost like youre wearing nothing but yet you have so many pockets and it fits so well. Wish it came in more colours!"
— Matt (5/5)
Venture Shorts
"Size, just right, I am a 30. 5 waist and these fit snug as they should (Size Small), fabric in light, great ventilation, they stay put, I have went on several runs so far, the extra pockets are great (SUBA pocket system), I utilize the hydration pockets with the recommended 500ml soft flasks, (SoftFlask Speed by HydraPak), pocket for my car key, chap stick, and there is plenty of room for more. So far I love these shorts for my daily runs in New England"
— Juan T. (5/5)
