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New Balance

New

Woven Stretch Zip Pocket Running Shorts

£60

Colour

Waist

Free standard delivery over £60

Product code: T129616T

About this style

Perform at your best with these New Balance running shorts. They're crafted in a regular fit from perforated stretch woven fabric, with a drawstring elasticated waistband. Inner briefs provide support. NB DRY technology is quick-drying and moisture-wicking. A back zip pocket and two inner slip pockets are handy for essentials.

Details & care

Fit and style

Regular fit

Drawstring fastening

Lined

Composition

86% polyester, 14% elastane

Care

Machine wash according to instructions on care label

Delivery, collection & returns

Delivery

Standard

Free over £60, or £3.99

Returns

UK returns

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Exclusions apply

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About New Balance

Sprinting onto the scene in 1908, New Balance trainers continue to deliver ultimate comfort, innovative technology and stylish looks.

Reviews (74)

4.4

80% Recommended this product

02 November 2025Dentist wanna be runner
Verified Purchase

Great shorts and Great Value. Love Joes’

Originally posted on Joe's New Balance Outlet

Yes, I recommend this

Great pair of shorts at a great price. The fit is great, and lots of room to move around.

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13 October 2025Marty Miles
Verified Purchase

Shorts for the thick boys

Originally posted on New Balance US

Yes, I recommend this

Perfect fit for the runners that lift heavy. These shorts fit perfectly with minimal “ride up” when running for the guys that squat heavy and have thick thighs. I am 5’8”, 185 with a powerlifting/crossfit back ground that moved to endurance and these shorts are perfect.

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08 October 2025suge

Help with sizing

Originally posted on Joe's New Balance Outlet

Yes, I recommend this

Was worried about the fit so I ordered two sizes M and L. I'm 5' 10" 160lbs. I wear size 31" waist from Levi's and GAP. While I prefer the feel of the elastic waist band on the Large, the fit is entirely wrong with the leg openings too large. Medium is the right size as far as appearance. The waist is comparable to an adidas running short I also own, so these are not particularly smaller than the competition. These shorts are not forgiving if you are slightly to moderately overweight, so I think that's where the sizing complaints are coming from. If you also wear size 31" then get a Medium. I think 32" waist would be slightly too snug. The NB models are size 30" waist and they wear Mediums.

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15 September 2025Lank

Back pocket is too small for a phone

Originally posted on Joe's New Balance Outlet

No, I don't recommend this

This back pocket WILL NOT hold a smartphone. I have an iPhone 14 and it doesn’t fit. This is disappointing as I store my phone in other running shorts for outdoor runs.

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04 September 2025HUNCHORICFLAIR
Verified Purchase

Snug on the quads

Originally posted on New Balance US

Yes, I recommend this

I don't exactly have a runners physique and these are a bit tight on my legs. They are comfortable and great for casual wear or exercising.

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22 August 2025Newbie2
Verified Purchase

On sale and still too expensive

Originally posted on New Balance US

Yes, I recommend this

Nice pair of shorts. Great burgundy combo to mix things up.

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30 July 2025Pilot

Good, but way too tight

Originally posted on New Balance EMEA

No, I don't recommend this

I like these shorts, but they turned out to be way too tight. My hip size is 95 cm, so I got M (hip size range 94-102 cm), but the waistband is so tight it really hurts on longer runs.

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25 July 2025Runner NB
Verified Purchase

Excellent

Originally posted on New Balance US

Yes, I recommend this

Excellent, like all NB products. I also have the same shorts in black and dark blue.

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12 June 2025DJB1
Verified Purchase

Run Small

Originally posted on New Balance US

Yes, I recommend this

Love the shorts! Great quality and style. However, I had to return my usual size (which I wear in every other athletic brand) and size up

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01 June 2025
Verified Purchase

Size Discrepancy doesn’t match my other no shorts

Originally posted on New Balance US

Needs pockets who makes shorts without proper pockets

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29 May 2025
Verified Purchase

Get them

Originally posted on New Balance US

Yes, I recommend this

Great shorts , range of motion is great and there breathable.

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02 March 2025LeninA

RC Short 5

Originally posted on New Balance US

Yes, I recommend this

I saw these shorts online and knew I had to order them immediately. They’re the perfect post gym/lounge short! The length is just right and it comes with pockets!

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21 January 2025voodoo_lobster

Everything I want in shorts

Originally posted on New Balance US

Yes, I recommend this

This has quickly become my new favorite short for everyday running and gym sessions. The materials are lightweight & breathable, yet also strong and durable. Back pocket is big enough to hold my phone, keys, cards/cash, or a snack. Going to be buying several pairs!!

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01 November 2024
Verified Purchase

Comfy and really snug

Originally posted on New Balance EMEA

Yes, I recommend this

These shorts always feel really comfortable and are a snug fit

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30 October 2024Benjamin D
Verified Purchase

Cute But Run Small

Originally posted on New Balance US

They are soooooo cute but run a little small! I’d size up from what you usually are. Very tight in the crotch area.

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30 October 2024Matt B
Verified Purchase

Super shorts

Originally posted on New Balance EMEA

Yes, I recommend this

The best running shorts I have ever worn - really comfy lining and no rubbing at all

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Replied

28 November 2024

Thank you for sharing your experience with our RC Short 5". It’s amazing to know they’ve made it to your number one spot for running shorts! We truly appreciate your recognition of the effort we put into crafting high-quality clothing!

12 October 2024Macdoug
Verified Purchase

Mindless Design

Originally posted on New Balance US

No, I don't recommend this

Positioning the drawstring on the outside of the waistband makes the running shorts look like their designed for women giving them a less than professional look.

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01 September 2024Older than younger
Verified Purchase

Nice shorts

Originally posted on New Balance US

After a decade of running 3-4 days a week using one pair of running shorts, decided to treat myself to NB. Really happy with the quality but I might size up if I buy yet another pair…and I’m pretty slim with very little dad belly.

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27 August 2024Guislain
Verified Purchase

BEST Running short on the Market

Originally posted on New Balance US

Yes, I recommend this

The absolute best running short I’ve ever owned, from confort, to design or material, the short is absolute perfection.

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18 July 2024Chef Dave
Verified Purchase

Great looking shorts and conferrable to wear

Originally posted on New Balance US

Yes, I recommend this

Perfect look and fit. Received many compliments from friends.

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