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I'm short and fat and FINALLY found shorts that fit and are not baggy.

Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2018

I'm short 5.9 and weigh 240 with a 42'' waist and 28.5 inseam. Yea I know it's time for a diet. I have a horrid time getting short that fit for the obvious reasons. I just got these and put them on. I'm not sure I ever want to take them off. They are a perfect fit for me. I'm going to order several other pairs right now. I just love them. They are very comfortable and actually come a little bit ABOVE my knees. For me it's very hard to find shorts that fit, are the right length, and don't look like a "sack" on me where I have to fold the edges under my legs when I'm sitting in public because of being so baggy. For the price, these are outstanding!!!! To heck with it, they would be outstanding at twice the price as far as I am concerned.

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A. Dobrynin

Nice quality - fit well in waist, but legs of shorts too long

Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2018

Good shorts, but the legs were too long for me. They fit perfectly in the waist, but the legs are too long. (Photo of item very deceiving - unless you're very tall). I'm average height and these short legs go below my knee cap, which cause the hem to constantly rub the back of my knee and actually grabs my knee cap when sitting down. Otherwise, they're fine and won't be a problem if you're a very tall person. I had to return them.

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David Duty

I'm short and fat and FINALLY found shorts that fit and are not baggy.

Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2018

Size: XX-LargeColor: NavyVerified Purchase

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Cody B.

MY FAVORITE SHORTS!

Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2017

Size: LargeColor: Khaki BrownVerified Purchase

I was unsure when ordering these at first, but they have become my favorite pair of shorts to throw on for no reason.

They aren't dress shorts, but I love these things. I wear them all the time just running around town. They are very similar to Patagonia Baggies.

I wear a 34-36 waist and I ordered a Large. I am 6'2" and they hit me right above the knee.

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Mark A. Craig

Nice shorts for the money

Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2019

Size: LargeColor: BlueVerified Purchase

I am 6'1" tall with a 36" waist and the size large fit me perfectly. The drawstring feature leaves plenty of options for cinching them up so they feel comfortable. I do a lot of walking as part of my daily exercise routine and was looking for something besides gym shorts. These fit the bill perfectly. They look much nicer, have pockets and are very lightweight and comfortable to move around in. There is a nice variety of colors to choose from and the price can't be beat for this type of quality. I am a true believer in Amazon products and am never hesitant about purchasing anything branded under their name. The quality to price ratio just can't be beat.

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HaveFaith

His phone fit great. One pocket in back with Valero closure

Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2018

Size: SmallColor: Khaki BrownVerified Purchase

My 15 year old son got these in 3 colors and loves them. He is 5’10” and weighs about 130. The Small fit him perfectly. VERY soft material. Front pockets are deep. His phone fit great. One pocket in back with Valero closure. The ones pictured are the olive colored pair.

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theunartistTop Contributor: Cycling

Great shorts!

Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2017

Size: SmallColor: Khaki BrownVerified Purchase

These are great shorts! Inseam is nice, not too long and not too short, on mine they measure". Nice velcro closure on back right side pocket plus nice average sized side pockets. Color, Khaki, is right on the spot, much different than what shows on website, which on my screen looks almost grey...

Just ordered another pair!

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smilingTolerantly

Excellent elastic shorts

Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2018

Size: MediumColor: BlackVerified Purchase

So, I do wish they didn't have a drawstring, but the drawstring is long and thin enough to be easily tucked down the front without worrying about them coming back out or causing discomfort if you don't want to look like a ninny with some huge bow tie jutting out above your groin, and it's damn hard to find elastic waisted shorts without a drawstring (talk about a complete lack of faith on shoppers actually buying the right size by the garment industry), so I won't knock these for having them.

7 or 8 inch shorts are what all shorts should be, and these 8 inch shorts are true to size. The shape is good, as well. You know how some shorts are shaped terribly, so when you actually walk, they bulge/bunch in weird and super unflattering ways (probably 50% of "dress" shorts, and 90% of pleated shorts, as an example). These don't.

I would love the 7 inch buttoned Good Threads shorts to come in 8 inch; that would be my perfect short, but these are about as close as one can get to that theoretical perfection.

I can't speak much for longevity, but they're dirt cheap, so I'm not all that concerned. I do wish there were more color variations though, so I could own even more of these.

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Robert MacIntel

These are a MUST BUY if you want comfort and value!

Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2020

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Bought these for everyday wear during warm California days. and they are wonderful. Pockets are generous and deep enough to carry a large cell phone in either front pocket. I don't use the rear pocket but it has velcro closure which is secure. There are no belt loops, shorts stay up with a drawstring, another plus especially when laying down. These are glove soft, great looking, and define the word comfortable. Just as others reported, I fell in love with them from the word GO.

Elastic waistband in addition to the drawstring makes them fit securely, and I'm a very big guy, 6'2" and almost 300, and the XX size fits me with no problem or discomfort. My waist is 46" and again, not an issue. I purchased the first pair, and liked them so much I purchased three additional pairs. Amazon value is unbeatable!

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Jimmy D

Happily surprised

Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2019

Size: LargeColor: Washed RedVerified Purchase

So yeah, I didn't expect much, but based on reviews, I bought three pairs of these. After wearing each, I bought two more. They're comfortable, well-made, and a surprising value for the cost. I'm 5'11" and wear a 36" waist. I bought larges and they're just a touch too large, but after a few launderings, I expect they'll be just right. I would rather have them a hair too large than a hair too small, which would also shrink and quickly become uncomfortable. I bought one of the striped pairs, and the stitching overall is a bit more stylish.

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logan fields

Great summer shorts at a budget price

Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2017

Size: LargeColor: Khaki BrownVerified Purchase

These things are great! I bought a pair maybe 5 months ago and wore them down to nothing (they ripped when the pocket caught on a chair I was sitting in). Because my old pair ripped I tried to buy more pairs of these but apparently amazon doesn't carry them year-round. I finally got my hands on three more pairs (khaki, navy, and grey) and these new pairs are identical to my older pair and I'm already in love with them. Some notes though:
1. The material isn't super sturdy, so don't expect them to last years and years (unless you rarely wear them).
2. The colors are pretty muted (which is a plus to me, but might be a negative for others).
3. I'm 5'7" and wear a large. These things go above my knee (also a plus for me, because I think longer shorts are to restraining)
4. There are no buttons or zippers, only a drawstring for the waist and a Velcro attachment for the back pocket (again, reasons why I bought them).

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Rob T.

COMFORT and POCKETS

Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2022

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I buy about 90% of my needs from AMAZON. Very few items gets a returned ticket. I was expecting this item to be one that would get a return. I'm 65 years young, 240 lbs, 5'11". Not into belts and do not like being restricted around the waist line, or the crotch. Been wearing "scrubs" around the farm. Light, elastic waist, and draw string & comfortable. Summer is here, and needed shorts in the same category as my scrubs.
Saw these, while searching the other million that are listed on line. I read reviews before I purchase anything, and these sounded like what I was looking for. Bit the bullet, and picked up a couple of these shorts in 2X.
I was very impressed. Deep side pockets, with liners the same color as the shorts. (I hate white liners on pockets - looks like mouse ears). Double stitched at all trim areas (pockets, seems, waist, zipper fly, etc.) Relax fit with just the elastic waist band. Use the draw string tied loose. If I happen to loose some weight, I could wash and then dry - but right now, just a wash. I liked them for the reason's I stated above, I ordered 5 more pair, a total of 8. This is probably the 3rd review I have ever posted in all my purchases from various vendors, in all these years.

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