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Athletic Shorts That Don't Suck?
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this post was submitted on 20 Aug 2025
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My suggestion is to get underwear that doesn't suck so you don't feel the need to skip it while working out. There are no liners for workout shorts that will put up to regular harsh friction for an extended period of time that will be reasonably priced.
That's a good point. Might have to invest in a good pair of spandex or something similar.
Under Armour Tactical Heat Gear compression undershirts.
UA Performance Tech™ Mesh Boxerjock, either the 6in or 9in to prevent chafing, don't get the 3in version.
Both last at least 4 years for me with daily use, rotating through about two weeks worth of undershirts and boxerbriefs. Machine wash and low heat in the dryer, I don't do anything fancy to make them last longer. I just replace the whole set in bulk once they start getting too worn. But I've never had holes develop and rarely have the stitching/seams come undone. Usually its the labels that start to wear off by the 4 year mark and I just figure its time to get a new set (or I feel like getting different colors).
Maybe there's some buildup of deodorant on the undershirts after 2 years, but I just soak them in diluted rubbing alcohol and it all dissolves out.
Thank you for the suggestions! I'll look into those