Women's TrailTech Short 4"

I was surprised to love these shorts as much as I do -- they come up really high on me, they're a lot of fabric. After a few runs and one marathon, what I am coming away with is that they are really good at carrying things comfortably -- I had 7 gels and several other items shoved into the pockets and it didn't interfere with my stride. One hard pull to get the liner on the first time and then it feels really nice. I like the liner short, though I'd been confused about why it was a liner vs a compression short prior to wearing them. BUT I am a pretty small person and have to say that the waistband is too big. I need the drawstring to get a functional fit, and after running 26 miles in them, I had bruising along the drawstring. In photos, it's clear that the amount of fabric in the short is also A LOT for my size. I love these shorts so much and I think they are worth the price tag, but for the price tag, wish that they fit me personally a bit better. I'm 4'11 1/2" and 99 lbs.

It’s exciting to see a small company innovate on shorts like this. However, there is still a ways to go on the fit for the female body. I am 5’7, 117 lbs and used the size chart to order size S. Despite fitting well in the waist, the shorts consistently ride up during runs. When I reached out to customer service to to confirm my size and see if they had any suggestions (as another review suggests below), I had a strange experience. The CS agent told me they had never heard of this problem and repeatedly asked me to describe the issue in a flat and somewhat defensive tone. There aren’t many reviews here, and nearly half of them mention the shorts riding up, so I was surprised. When I included screenshots of several reviews, he reversed his initial statement and offered me a modest discount, (which I declined; I’m glad to support what Raide is doing.) The suggestion was to keep running in them, giving the liner time to stretch out. I gave it a month, but the issue persists. I run a lot, and I am lucky to test a lot of gear from cottage brands. I have no problem rolling the dice on a new product, especially from a company like Raide, but I’m bummed that I was essentially gaslit by customer service. Ladies, the shorts ride up more than any another liner/short combo I’ve used. But this amazing concept may still be worth it to you.

Women's TrailTech Short

The shorts are snug when you put them on, but they do loosen as you wear them. I love the pockets for water and a phone, and they integrate well with the running belt. My one issue is that the liners of the shorts will not stay put even with things in the pockets and they ride up.

These are SO close to being the best shorts ever, but sadly are basically unwearable for me because the liner fits so poorly. First off, love the pockets, the outer shorts, the fit (I find it TTS). BUT the liner - I think maybe it works if you are very slim in the legs, but for anyone with average to above average leg muscle, the liner bunches up immediately despite the grips and is veeery uncomfortable. Wish the liner was just a bit longer like some other brands that work much better for me.

Everything runs small

These are best trail running shorts I've ever used. They looks good and have great pocket options. Poles don't bounce around. It is amazing to be able to easily carry water, a phone, snacks, and a dog leash without a belt or vest.

Love these shorts! Been running them fully loaded and barely notice I’m carrying cargo. Super easy to pull water bottle in and out while moving. Love that I can go out for longer, no belt or vest required. Or I just end up more hydrated on my short runs. Win/win.
Sizing: I'm about 140lbs, 5’8” and the medium is a good fit. Definitely tight at first but comfortable once they’re on.

Amazing storage, phone fits in side pocket and you could forget you have it while running. Solid pocket options and loops for carrying a jacket in back. Material feels very high quality and well made. Only issue is for those with more thigh, the liner not only squeezes thighs like a tourniquet but also annoyingly rides up making it pretty uncomfortable to run in since it constantly feels like you have shorts material wedged into your crotch. For reference, 5'1" 125 lbs got medium. Hips and upper liner had ample room but liner over thighs feels like you have a tourniquet on and gives thighs muffin edges. Perhaps if you have a certain build with wider hips and small thighs these shorts would actually be comfortable for longer runs.

Really wanted to love these shorts, especially with their thoughtful design and high price point.
As other reviewers have said, the fit was shockingly tight at first (especially for my athletic thighs and booty), but after a couple of runs the waist band fit perfectly. What is stopping me from loving these shorts is that the inner lining is constantly riding up and doesn't feel so nice for my hoohah when I'm trying to roll them down while running.

Looking forward to seeing further iterations of these shorts!

I recently broke the cardinal rule of failing to try out clothing and gear prior to a race. The first time wearing these shorts was on race day. While still not advised, it paid off this time. They carried me thru my first 50k and I am a big fan. The inner lining does ride up for my fellow thicker girls. But it didn’t cause any rubbing issues. Don’t worry when you can’t get them over your thighs the first try on, they loosen up and fit nice and snug. Would race in these again.

These shorts are awesome!!! Very high quality! The amount of secure carrying capacity these have built in is liberating. The daily trail adventure no longer needs belts or handhelds or a pack. Can’t rave enough about them. Was taking to a friend after a run the other day and got out of the car to show off the functionality and quality of the shorts.

I got these shorts as a gift. My brother used my 2L belt size (XS) and reached out to customer service for advice on sizing. They were super helpful and recommend a small in the women's shorts if I'm an XS in the belt, I wear size 27 pants with bigger thighs / booty but smaller waist. They were tight at first, but ended up fitting perfect once I wore them for my first run. I love how snug but also wide the waist band is so it doesn't cut in, storage is amazing, I bring my phone, water and gels for my 1.5-2 hour efforts and its perfect.

At first the shorts felt too tight, but they do stretch out after the first wear to be the perfect fit - I’m shocked! There’s no slippage issues at the waist when I run, and I love that it fits my phone and water flask perfectly. The material is very light and airy, and overall very comfortable. I need to buy more of these because they’re all I wear now!

For reference I am usually a size 6 in most bottoms and the size small was perfect.

If someone had told me I'd spend $159 on a pair of running shorts a few years ago, I would've laughed at them but... here I am. I'm about 7 runs in on these shorts and not looking back.

The amount of water + snacks that I can carry without bounce is a dream. With the new system (pairing with 2L belt), I find myself picking routes based on my ability to use this gear versus stepping up to my vest... it is just that much more comfortable.

Runs true to size in the waist but follow their size guide. I was nervous about the liner shorts when I first pulled them on straight out of bag but they did stretch as I wore them. I will say that the more quad-dominant among us are used to a certain amount of liner short ride-up and these are no exception BUT the grippy dots at the bottom of the liners really help them stay (mostly) in place. If you know that's a struggle for you though... reach out to customer service and get their advice.

Otherwise, looking forward to many runs in these.