Customer Reviews Brooks Chaser 7" Shorts

Thank you, Brooks, for updating these shorts! I bought two pairs last year because of the 7 inch length, but they were lacking. The style was kind of boring, and the shorts would ride up during my runs. Also, the liner was a joke - way too small. Anyway, I needed another pair of shorts in a hurry, so I just ordered these again. I was very pleasantly surprised to see that these shorts had been given a makeover. The lining is much wider and more quality. I can now wear them without my own panties. I love that you added a drawstring, vents, additional gel or key pocket, and a sportier fit, but kept that length I am loving as an older runner. These have gone six miles so far without riding up. Curious to see how they do when the humidity is off the charts. For reference, I'm a pear shaped gal with junk in the trunk. I'm working to lose my Covid weight, and when I do, I'll be happy to order more of these in a smaller size.

The fit in the hips was fine, but the waist is a bit tight--and it's the shorts, not me! I checked these against my other shorts of the same size, and these are smaller.

These shorts fits great and move great. I wear them on my 5 mile walks.... I have worn them three times and was so pleased that I went back to Zappos and ordered two more pair. I love them. Wash and dry great too. The built in panty fits me perfect. I am 5'10", 140 lbs with a 34" inseam - so the 7" length is perfect for me and size small works great! I am 66 Years old and do not like a really short short at this point in my life but I also do not like a really long short.

I like the length of these shorts. I got them to wear as a swim bottom. They dried quickly. They are a little poofy all around. They do have a cord to tighten. If I would go down a size, the leg holes will be too tight.

I love the newest version of these shorts! In fact, this is my second pair. The length is perfect, the higher waistband more comfortable, and the added back waist pocket holds my iPhone so it’s not bouncing around in a front pocket. Great job Brooks!

Has pockets and doesn’t scrunch up between my legs. Not very pretty, but I wasn’t buying them for aesthetics.

I am almost 6' and was looking for running shorts that are longer and would be comfortable for 1+ hour runs. I love thesethey look and feel great. I wear an 8 or 29 in pants and got the Mediumthey fit perfect.

I’m a plus size (2X) so my comments might be specific only to larger sizes... I was so happy the 7 inch length didn’t look as long and awkward and slanted when I tried them on as it does on the model. Maybe since it’s a wider size it looks more squared off. But I’m really happy with this length and cut. Being a plus size and also 6 ft tall, shorts are tough for me but these were a pleasant surprise. Almost no riding up when walking. No shrinking in the wash. And I feel covered enough but still feminine. As soon as more colors are back in stock, I’m getting more. I also really like the 5 inch and really didn’t notice much difference when wearing them.

I usually wear a size 4, so ordered the 4-6, of course they were a wee bit large because of the range of sizes that was indicated. But, I love them, have them on right now. I am a walker, 4 miles per day and they are so comfy, love the pockets and the waist band, and that they are 7" length, (hard to find longer shorts). They wash up great, and just hang to dry. I ordered them in black, but may need to order another color also.Thanks Zappos!

Nice shorts as to be expected from Brooks. Best and most comfortable running short in my opinion. I ordered the xsmall. 5’5”, 110lbs. Fix was perfect.

Found these while on vacation in a Scheel's. Bought two pairs in Fargo, and ended up buying more from this site when I returned home. I'm not 20, or even 30 anymore, so my legs don't need to be seen in the typical 5" running short. I'm much more comfortable in these 7" shorts. They have pockets, they seem well made, the material is soft and they are oh, so comfortable. I ditched my old Nike running shorts for these and have not been disappointed the last few months for doing so.

These are almost THE perfect lightweight shorts. I love the built in panty, it fits me perfect. I am 5'9", with a 34" inseam and usually wear a 4/6 pant. The 7" length is awesome and the size small fits me great! I usually wear these paddle boarding, jogging or skating when I'm not feeling my shorter length running shorts on my fit but mature 59 year old body. My only negative is that the side hand pockets really aren't deep enough or secure enough to hold much of anything (adding hidden zippers to these two pockets would definitely make these MY perfect shorts).

I had bought a pair of these shorts before, and I liked the earlier model better. The front pockets on the new version no longer accommodate an iPhone safely (it keeps wanting to fall out); the back "phone pocket" is not very handy. And the frou-frou scallops on the back are pretty silly on running/hiking shorts. Brooks should have stuck with the earlier, plainer, more functional design. But the fit and comfort are good.

if you have thick thighs and butt, the redesign may not work for you. the small cut out on the sides is not enough to prevent the material from cinching tight around my thigh when I am in a sprint or turning. the previous design was weightless and I never felt any impingement on my movement. the overall cut is smaller IMO and the air vents built into the waistband are not practical because it is so snug. the drawstring is a nice addition but adds to the impingement when I am at maximum stride length and the shorts would be pulling down slightly on my hips but pull on the top of my quads instead. i do like the purple/navy matrix color. It’s very flashy.

I love these running shorts. Just long enough to cover old legs without looking too matronly. Wash well and very comfortable.

This was my second pair. I find them comfortable. I like the 7" length.

True to size. Light weight.

Love these shorts!! Perfect length perfect fit! Great for pickleball on casual days. Just need more colors!!

Size M, 5'3, 150 lbs. Chaser 7" were the best marathon shorts I ever owned. I bought the neon pink pair for my third race when they went on sale last year, and solved a lot of my swamp butt and thigh chafe issues when running 10+ miles in the summer. I wear them all the time, and would love to stock up on more if the price wasn't as steep. Feeling pretty unhappy that the original design has been discontinued, as this puts the pressure on to hoard. I bought these shorts because of the combined ventilation and (mostly) length, and they were some of the only practical non-compressive running shorts on the market for female distance runners with average BMI's/thighs, in my opinion. Apparently the back vent and wide hips are being redone, which defeats the purpose of not just buying bike shorts for $40 less, imho.

My " GO TO SHORT" the wide waist band is super comfy!, length perfect for an everyday wear short, or hike, on run, or long walk! Love having the two side pockets that are not noticeable- but can hold my phone to Kleenex!

Love everything about these shorts. I'm really happy with the length!!

I love the fit of these shorts and the 7" length as I am older. I was hesitant in paying such a high price for a pair of short but they fit very well; true to size. I do wish they offered more colors. I love these shorts.

Love these shorts. Wear them all the time. I had packed them to go on a trip and there was a fire and my 3 pairs were destroyed. One of the first things I ordered when we started replacing lost items were my beloved Chaser 7" shorts. Can't live without them!

Great fit, feels good, looks good.

Love these shorts this is my second pair. Great weight for the gym. Built-in underwear are super comfortable