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Heading text: “Meet PowerSoft.”
Person reclining in navy sports bra and leggings; text reads “Designed for: Medium-intensity workouts.”
Person wearing a navy workout tank and matching leggings; text reads, “Make it a look with leggings, bras, skorts and more.”
Quick-drying and breathable fabric—keeps you cool and comfy with feel‑good airflow.

Reviews

Review Snapshot
4.6
2796 Star Ratings
79%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend
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Most Liked Positive Review
Not all colors sized the same

I purchased 2 pairs of these shorts in Black Jack & 2 pairs in Dusk Navy (size small); there's a substantial difference in fit between the colors. The black shorts fit as I expected, the navy ones were somewhat larger in the legs. The bottom of the legs on the navy ones were much looser & kept ridin...

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Most Liked Negative Review
New design doesn't always mean better!

These are definitely not the same as the older version of the Powersoft biker shorts.... With the older ones, I always purchased Medium but could have fit in small size - would of been tight but I could have. With these new ones, I was afraid I was going to break the waistband elastic!! There is WAY...

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2067 Customer Reviews
These are perfect pls restock

Submitted 4 days ago

By Cassie G

From Undisclosed

Height 5'4"

Weight 290–300 lbs

These shorts are the best for running and working out. The 8 inch inseam is key for avoiding chub rub! Please bring them back ON 🥲

Comfortable

Submitted 7 days ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Height 5'2"

Verified Buyer

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Comments about High-Waisted PowerSoft Biker Shorts -- 8-inch inseam

8" is perfect

Great shorts!

Submitted 7 days ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Height 5'3"

Verified Buyer

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Comments about High-Waisted PowerSoft Biker Shorts -- 8-inch inseam

Love these shorts, they are nice and long and don't ride up. Plus the pockets are perfect for storing my phone on a run. They are also thick, so not see through!

Dupe for less $

Submitted 8 days ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Verified Buyer

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Comments about High-Waisted PowerSoft Biker Shorts -- 8-inch inseam

great color and material is a dupe for more expensive brands

You will love these biker shorts!

Submitted 10 days ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Height 5'6"

Verified Buyer

Sweepstakes Entry

Comments about High-Waisted PowerSoft Biker Shorts -- 8-inch inseam

Really cute biker shorts! Great fit, deep pockets and a beautiful, vibrant color.

Pretty in pink

Submitted 10 days ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Height 5'6"

Verified Buyer

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Comments about High-Waisted PowerSoft Biker Shorts -- 8-inch inseam

These are very comfortable and I love how the fit feels. I'm normally a cotton girl, the material feels nice too

Good color

Submitted 12 days ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Height 5'3"

Verified Buyer

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Comments about High-Waisted PowerSoft Biker Shorts -- 8-inch inseam

The green is really nice!

Bike Shorts

Submitted 13 days ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Height 5'8"

Verified Buyer

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Comments about High-Waisted PowerSoft Biker Shorts -- 8-inch inseam

I purchased these shorts to wear under dresses. They are perfect for that.

8 in short great

Submitted 13 days ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Height 5'0"

Verified Buyer

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Comments about High-Waisted PowerSoft Biker Shorts -- 8-inch inseam

8 inch short is exactly what I needed

Great running shorts

Submitted 14 days ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Height 5'4"

Verified Buyer

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Comments about High-Waisted PowerSoft Biker Shorts -- 8-inch inseam

Have ordered several pairs of these shorts. Great for exercise in general and running specifically.