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I have talking about running skirts in the past.
Back then, my biggest problem with RunningSkirts.com was the fact that their skirts didn’t have anything to protect my inner thighs (just a panty underneath). Since then, they have added skirts with shorts underneath for protection.
I was told about a new company who is also making running skirts (shown to the right). They have inner thigh protection and a place for your iPod:
Now, my only problem with BOTH companies is that the skirts are sixty bucks a piece.
When I can get gym capris from Russell for about fifteen bucks, why would I go to the expense of spending four times that for running skirts? I know they’re really cute and they might be something sexy to wear at the gym if I were trying to attract a mate, but how sexy can you really look when you’re working out?
It only takes about ten workouts until most of my exercise clothes are looking ratty anyway. That’s six bucks a workout, which is over my Five Buck Workout rule.
I love running skirts. I think they’re adorable, but there is no way I would spend $60 for one.
Update 04-12-08: Here are a couple of skorts from other clothing companies on Amazon that range in price from $10-$20.
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April 11th, 2008 at 8:58 am
I keep looking for a nice cycling skirt…I love wearing skirts, but I also like getting places by bicycle. There’s a few that look nice, but wow, spendy! And I’m still not convinced that they’ll look like just a nice sporty skirt when I’m at a conference, in the coffeeshop, etc.
What seems to work for me now, instead, is pants that can be rolled up and buttoned into a capri. (Got a pair of last year’s version of these on crazy-sale at REI.)
But yeah, I don’t know if I’d go for a sport skirt for running. It seems like a lot of money to no particular end.
April 12th, 2008 at 9:36 am
I just found cute skirts by Champion at Target last night. About $20 each. No iPod pocket, but they have shorts underneath.
Cindi http://www.walk-magazine.com
April 12th, 2008 at 6:04 pm
I second the vote for the skirts at Target. I have the runninggirl skirt and both this year’s and last year’s Target skirts. The Target running skirt is a better fit and a much better bargain hands down.
April 29th, 2008 at 8:06 am
I tried several if the cheaper priced skirts including Targets and found that the shorts don’t stay in place. I have the same problem with regular running shorts is they tend to ride up my thighs. And I don’t have big thighs but when I run a race and have to keep pulling my shorts down or get chafed it ruins the run. So I am trying out the Skirtsports Gym Girl Ultra, its pricey but its my reward for finally getting under 30 min. for a 5k!
April 29th, 2008 at 12:34 pm
I have ordered many skirts from Title Nine Sports – they have a great skirt with bike shorts built right in! I have done three sprint triathalons using this due to versatility. Great quality product. The cheaper the product, the quicker the wear. Sometimes it pays to spend a little more.
May 20th, 2008 at 2:06 pm
I have run in the Nike skirt, runningskirt (athletic skirt) and 2-pocket gym girl (triks). I did not like the Nike skirt because I had to get sweaty before the skirt stayed in place. I like the gym girl but the mesh stretches too much and looks like that outfit that Cher wore when performing on that battleship – but I do like the skirt when it’s dark in the morning! The athletic skirt from runningskirt is a good skirt, too. None of these skirt has a REAL compression short under them. Why can’t someone come up with a skirt that has a good compression short under it????
June 3rd, 2008 at 3:00 pm
I tried the Target running shorts in small but they wouldn’t lay falt around my waist. I guess they were too big. They fit my hips fine. Price was right.
June 24th, 2008 at 3:37 pm
I have one of the commitment skirts from skirtgoddess.com (atalanta) which is less than $60, stays in place WONDEFULLY and after more than 50 washings/wearings still looks brand new… two thumbs up.
I like this better than the target one b/c it has 2 huge pockets to carry all my stuff.
July 18th, 2008 at 4:39 pm
Once I tried a C9 skirt, I immediately fell in love with it. I went back to Target and bought another. Then I tried an XL size C9 from the Girls dept. They fit even better. I look forward to going out for a run, more than ever. My milage has increased because of it. No joke.
On a down side, C9 and Target need to do a better job of keeping them in stock. They seem to sell out quick, once they hit the rack.
February 18th, 2012 at 12:14 pm
I don’t it is a must to wear shorts under a skirt, if so , why not just wear shorts instead? It could be less troublesome!
July 16th, 2013 at 3:43 pm
I’m a big advocate of running in a skirt, but not of the price of running skirts too. My solution: tennis skirts. They’re basically exactly the same but a LOT cheaper. And there are heaps more of them, and because you can buy them in stores (not just order online) you can try them on for fit.