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Launch Water Repellent Running Shorts

£36

£18

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Product code: T129749S

About this style

Made from lightweight, quick-drying fabric with a water-repellent finish, these running shorts from Under Armour offer maximum comfort. They feature a soft, knitted waistband with an inner drawcord for a personalised fit. The breathable mesh lining and moisture-wicking technology help keep you cool and dry. An internal phone pocket and two side pockets house essentials.

Details & care

Fit and style

Regular fit

Elasticated waist

Composition

100% polyester

Care

Machine wash according to instructions on care label

About Under Armour

Train at your best, no matter the weather, with Under Armour's innovative clothing, footwear and accessory designs.

Reviews (119)

4.7

90% Recommended this product

Mentions
17 August 2025Colochon2569

Awesome shorts!

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

Awesome shorts for workout or do any kind of activity or to wear casually. Great quality, soft and breathable material!

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05 August 2025Njwolfpax

UA launch

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

Very comfortable shorts, dry quickly, lightweight, look fantastic, fit perfectly

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27 July 2025Patrick G

Overall good short.

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

Like everything about the shorts, except for the lack of a back pocket. Somehow, this makes a difference to me. But price, quality, fit all are excellent.

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24 July 2025Krish9096

Great workout shorts

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

These are amazing shorts for workout and playing sports.

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23 July 2025everyismisty

Love These

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

Great pair of running shorts.

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21 July 2025AllersonB

Ultralight

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

Extremely comfortable, light and breathable perfect for my hiking trips!

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21 July 2025hansom22

good fit

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

using it for running and playing sports, but not a fan of the netting so i cut the netting

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18 July 2025chopinrachs

Great for Exercise and General Wear

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

Very comfortable! Excellent for working out, as well as comfy/fashionable for general wear too!

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18 July 2025zecanard

Great shorts, comfortable and very durable

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

I own a dozen pairs of UA Launch short that I’ve been wearing nearly every day for the past 8 years or so (gym + outdoor runs). I’ve only recently had to start replacing a few of them because they started developing holes, or the waistband no longer stays up. Most of them are still going strong, though. I really love them: comfortable enough to wear around the house, and durable enough for daily training and weekly washing.

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16 July 2025Realtor Ryan

Lightweight and comfortable

Originally posted on Under Armour

Have tried all different styles and brands of running shorts. Think I found the perfect pair for me. Lightweight, breathable and comfortable.

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14 July 2025Eli12fhgsjsjshs

Get them now

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

Uhhh one day these things showed up in my drawer and ive had them since couldn’t find them untill today i finally found them online these have been the greatest shorts I’ve ever had in my life you can swim in them sleep in them run in the fuxkin them 10/10 I recommend i will be buying 20 pairs

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13 July 2025Kridiabut

OK

Originally posted on Under Armour

No, I don't recommend this

These shorts look great but don't fit like a large should. They don't move like most fabric's from under armour.

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14 July 2025

Hello, there! So glad to hear we crushed the look of the shorts, but are sorry the size and fabric were a miss. We want you to always pass the fit check when in our gear, and are sure we can help you find something that works better, like perhaps our UA Motion Vented shorts, which feature a looser cut and are made from a different material. Please look for a follow-up email from me with more details.

13 July 2025RJ CASAS

Great shorts

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

Fit is perfect. Length right where it needs to be. I have them in multiple colors and will continue to buy.

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12 July 2025Lucie Turcotte

Great shorts

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

My husband likes the lightweight material and the mesh insert. Grey colour might show sweat but the dark ones hide it.

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11 July 2025JHutchinson

Best training short ever

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

Great feel. Spot on fit. Love these training shorts. This is my second pair. Already bought a third pair. Under Armor nailed it!

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08 July 2025Mugen Power

The Morph Green color is see-through

Originally posted on Under Armour

No, I don't recommend this

I've purchased a few Launch shorts over the years and this is the first time I've had one that was so thin it's see-through. You can see the liner but luckily, not past that. At first, I thought it was because I was wearing a dark pair of compression shorts underneath that made the liner more obvious (you could also make out the dark shorts in the thigh area). However, I could still see the liner after changing to a pair of white compression shorts. While I have noticed the material getting slightly thinner with each iteration and quality problems with specific colors (UA logo peeling off), this is the first time I've had this problem. I wouldn't recommend this color and will probably stay away from the lighter colors going forward.

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08 July 2025

Hey, Mugen! We appreciate you sticking with us throughout the years and for your honest feedback. We hear you--see-through shorts is not the look! Thanks for trying to making them work and for calling this out. I'll reach out shortly so we can get you into gear that makes you feel, and look, your personal best.

06 July 2025Monkey212

Comfort, cool, stylish

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

Very comfy shorts, look good with just a plain t-shirt. Soft material, very light perfect for the heatwave. I bought a few more in different colors after trying them out !!

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05 July 2025Brad005

Great shorts

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

Great shorts for running! Highly recommend.

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03 July 2025SMilitello

Love Under Armor

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

Love UA for my husband, gifts for kids, and gift to myself!!

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02 July 2025Jdmtheman

Very comfortable

Originally posted on Under Armour

Yes, I recommend this

Perfect for basketball. True to size.

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