Customer Reviews Brooks Chaser 5" Shorts

If you are choosing these shorts because you plan to run in them, keep looking. Although the style is fine, and the length is nice, there are two key features that make these more athleisure than athletic. First, there is no drawstring in the waist. The small was too tight, the medium was too loose, and without a drawstring, there was no way to make these shorts stay up through an actual run. Would they work for gardening or walking the dog? Probably, with frequent tug ups. But they are useless for running, which is too bad, considering that Brooks is a running company. Second problem: The pocket lacks a zipper. That's fine for a walk for coffee, but, again, useless if you want to run. When I go trail running, or I meet up with my running group, I am putting my car key in my pocket, and I need the security of a zipper. These shorts seem to be designed by someone who cares about style over running functionality, which is disappointing for a company that makes running clothes.

Love these shorts!! Super cute, but not too short. Very comfortable. Pocket fits my iPhone 5S.

Perfect fit and length! They don't ride up when running! I love them!

They fit like booty shorts. I am 5'5 and 110, ordered xs. I expected them to be longer looking. Five inches is still really short. Cute, and good quality, just short.

These shorts are well made and I absolutely love the thick band at the top which seems like it would help the shorts stay up during a run or workout. Unfortunately I am returning these because they are super short! I'm 5'6" have a fairly long torso and long-ish legs so perhaps that's why they felt so short. I am a size 8 and the L fit pretty well, but were a touch too large. I'm going to give the chaser 7" a try in hopes they're slightly longer.

Fabulous in every way: Right length; Right waist position; Right pocket placement; Right purchase price; Right colors; Right shorts for me!

If you have long legs, these are definitely WAY shorter than on the model. I love them!! They don't ride up or slide down and I think they're the perfect length. I'd buy again! They're great!

I normally like the chaser 7, I had a few pairs and absolutely love them. First time I bought the chaser 5, it a bit short on me because I'm almost 6 feet tall and 46 years old, but I like them the only thing I miss is the 2 front pockets from the chaser 7, i don't really put anything there when I'm running but I like to my hands there after a long run. Overall the fabric is fantastic and they are very comfortable on the summer, sometimes I wear them out with a tshirt and sneakers just to go run some errands.

So comfortable! Love the feel and the slight stretch of the fabric.

Best thing I can say is I gave no thought to them which means they are very comfortable and had complete freedom of movement. The 5" length is perfect for me as it provides coverage without hindering movement. They also are lightweight which helps with Florida humidity.

So comfortable! The waist band is snug enough not to ride up or down but not so much that it is too tight or causes chafing. Smooth, light fabric. No riding up on the legs during running. Flattering fit.

Super cute and comfy! I am not one to wear shorts but love that these are cute and also do not ride up.

I love these shorts. If I could replace all of my shorts with these, I would. That they're shorter on the outside and longer in the inseam helps to avoid chafing, the band is soft so it never feels uncomfortable, and I love the slit in the side. The only issue I ran into was not being able to get the size I wanted because Brooks had run out!

Very comfortable shorts. I'm 5'4 and 135 lbs and like the medium. The small were to tight for me. They are light weight and offer good coverage with the length. I was worried they maybe too short but they were perfect.

No riding up or down, no tightness, no chafing, no constriction. Flattering cut and length. Wish all my running and Pickleball gear was as easy to move in.

I love these shorts - I have two pairs and am *this* close to getting another. They're super comfortable for a warm-weather run, but also not overly "runner-y" where I don't feel weird running errands in them. I've struggled finding running shorts that were the right length in the past. Glad I've found it with these!

Bought these before and liked them. Wish they had black.

Love these shorts but if a very hot day where you may sweat a lot while running they may ride up (7 inch shorts do not ride up and recommend those too)

These are, to date, the only pair of shorts I haven't constantly re-adjusted when running. Between chafing and shorts riding up, I've always resorted to wearing pants in the past...but when it's 90 degrees, something's gotta give. These are long enough to prevent thigh rub (I'm curvy in the thigh / hip area), and short enough to be cute, flattering, and fashionable. The inner liner keeps them in place, and the thicker, flat waistband lands right where it should. Couldn't recommend these more for curvier runners. (5'4 / 140lbs and I wear a size L in these)

I absolutely love running in these shorts. They don't ride up at all on my runs and the length is perfect! I love these so much I now have them in 4 different colors.

Hands down my favorite running short ever. Light and loose without being too short. I'm 48 years old and am not shy about showing my legs, but no one needs to see my butt hanging out of teeny shorts! These are just the right length and super flattering. I purchased one pair then came back for three more. Does not ride up...but does run small. I'm usually a medium / size 8 in all my clothes (5'10", 155lbs), but I went off the actual measurements and a large fit me best.

I often have chafing issues on long runs, but not with these shorts! I'll have to replace my other shorts with more of these!

I have been wearing them everyday since the day i got them. I might buy more just so i have a spare one when one is in the washer.

Best shorts ever. Great for running, walking or just hanging out.

Love these shorts! They are not too tight and perfect for running or any activity. They are cut well and still have a feminine look without being long or boxy.