Under Armour men's mesh shorts, 9-inch inseam

What to know

Shorts that feel stuffy during a workout or warm day can make even simple movement less comfortable. These Under Armour men's Tech Mesh shorts use all-over mesh fabric designed to feel soft and breathable, while the moisture-wicking material is meant to dry quickly. The regular fit aims for a middle ground between tight and loose, so the shorts can work for everyday wear as well as activity.

They have a 9-inch inseam, open hand pockets, and an encased elastic waistband with an external drawcord. There’s no built-in liner, which is an important difference from lined athletic shorts.

Quick sizing guide

The listed fit is regular, described as neither too tight nor too loose. That gives you a useful starting point if you want a straightforward cut rather than a close-fitting short, but the product details don’t provide a size chart or waist measurements. Use the brand’s current size information to choose a size instead of treating the inseam as a sizing recommendation.

The 9-inch inseam is the clearest guide to how much leg coverage to expect. If you’re comparing it with a shorter running style, this length offers a more covered look, if you prefer a very short cut, it may not match your preference. It suits you if you want a regular-fit mesh short with pockets for a phone or keys during a casual walk. You may want to skip it if you need a built-in liner or a more compressive fit.

Tips for day-to-day use

For a quick gym session, the breathable mesh and fast-drying fabric are useful details to have, especially when you want shorts that can also handle errands afterward. The external drawcord gives you a way to adjust the waist, while the open hand pockets keep small essentials close. For a walk or time at home, the regular fit is a less restrictive alternative to fitted training shorts.

Keep in mind that there’s no liner: plan on wearing your preferred underwear or a separate base layer if you want that extra coverage. The pockets are open hand pockets, not described as zippered, so they’re better suited to items you can carry securely than to anything you don’t want slipping out during vigorous movement. From the way it is set up, this is a simple, versatile short rather than a feature-heavy option built around specialized storage or built-in support.

Practical doubts

Does it have a liner? No. The product details explicitly say there is no liner, so you’ll need to choose your own underlayer.

Can you adjust the waistband? Yes. It combines an encased elastic waistband with an external drawcord.

Are the pockets zippered? They’re listed as open hand pockets, no zipper closure is specified.

Should you buy it?

These shorts make sense if you want breathable mesh, a regular fit, a 9-inch inseam, and the convenience of hand pockets in one uncomplicated pair. Compared with basic, less-breathable casual shorts, the moisture-wicking fabric is aimed at active wear, compared with lined or more technical training shorts, this pair leaves the support and coverage choices to you. That flexibility is useful if you already have a preferred base layer, but it’s a drawback if you expect the shorts to provide one. Choose them for a straightforward gym-to-everyday option, and look elsewhere if a built-in liner or secured pockets are must-haves.