Wicking Shorts: What are they?

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Moisture-wicking shorts are designed to keep the body dry during physical activities. They come in various styles and colors for men, women, and children, and may have additional features depending on the activity. They are also used for sleepwear.

Wicking shorts are shorts typically worn for physical activities that keep moisture away from the body. The shorts are made from special fabrics that are designed to “wick” perspiration away from the skin and help their wearers stay dry and comfortable. Moisture-wicking shorts are made by several manufacturers, each with their own specialized blend of copyrighted fabrics, typically polyesters, polyester blends, and wool blends. They come in a variety of styles and colors and are made for men, women, and children.

These shorts can be worn for running and cycling, walking, sports, gym workouts and other fitness activities. They come in styles that hit high on the thigh, mid-thigh, and just above the knee. Wearers can choose from loose, fitted, and body-hugging looks.

Depending on the activity for which the wicking shorts are made, they may have additional features. For example, shorts for runners are often designed with small pockets for keys and cell phones, drawstring belts for comfort, and reflective technology for safety. For cyclists, absorbent shorts often have padding on the seat. Hiker shorts can come in waterproof and windproof styles for long days and nights in the elements and can have multiple pockets for storing water bottles, energy bars and other necessities. Wicked hiking pants with zippered legs are also made to convert the pants into shorts.

Additional types of workout clothes made from absorbent fabrics are also available. They include long pants, tops and jackets. Moisture-wicking shorts and other moisture-wicking clothing for working out can be found at traditional and online sportswear stores, specialty stores, and department stores.

Wicking shorts aren’t just made for exercise, they’re also made for sleeping. Sleepwear manufacturers use wicking fabrics in pajama shorts sets to help people stay cooler and drier at night when experiencing menopause or changes in body temperature due to illness or other physical conditions. A variety of other moisture-wicking nightwear is also made, including pajama sets with long pants, nightshirts, and nightgowns. Shorts and other sleepwear can be found online and in department stores and other stores that sell sleepwear.




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