Real Mileage Tested: Old Navy 5-Inch Performance Vent Shorts After 50 Miles

Dive deep into Real Mileage Tested: Old Navy 5-Inch Performance Vent Shorts After 50 Miles in this comprehensive feature.

Q1: Does a large smartphone fit securely in the zippered pocket?
A1: No. The zippered key pocket is engineered for keys, credit cards, or energy gels. Large smartphones must sit in the open front hand pockets, which bounce significantly during running strides.

Q2: How does the sizing run compared to technical running brands like Nike or Brooks?
A2: The fit is true to size with a slightly more relaxed thigh opening than European running brands. If you measure between sizes, choose the smaller size for a secure performance fit around the hips.

Q3: Does the brief liner cause inner-thigh chafing on runs over 10 miles?
A3: In our 50-mile road test, which included a 14-mile run, the flatlock seams and soft knit construction produced no friction hotspots or thigh chafing.