Alright, let’s talk about these here tennis shorts for men. You know, the kind them fellas wear when they’re running around hitting that fuzzy yellow ball. I ain’t no tennis pro, mind you, but I know a thing or two about comfort and what looks decent on a man.
First off, you gotta think about what you’re gonna be doin’ in them shorts. Are you just playin’ a friendly game with your buddies? Or are you tryin’ to look all fancy-schmancy out on the court? Makes a difference, see?
For just plain ol’ playin’, you want somethin’ comfy. Like them shorts they call “off-court” shorts, the kind you can wear to the store or just sittin’ on the porch. I heard tell of some brand called “Vuori,” they make somethin’ called “Kore Shorts.” Folks say they’re real stylish, but I reckon that just means they look alright and feel good. You don’t want nothin’ too tight, you know? Gotta have room to move around, especially if you’re like my grandson, always jumpin’ and lungin’ for that ball.
Now, if you’re one of them fellas who likes to carry everything but the kitchen sink with ya, then you need pockets. Good, deep pockets. Not them little bitty things that can’t even hold a quarter without it fallin’ out. Heard tell of “Under Armour” shorts, they call ‘em “Vent Shorts.” Supposed to have real sturdy pockets, so your keys and whatnot ain’t gonna be flyin’ everywhere when you’re runnin’ around.
Then there’s this whole “inseam” business. I ain’t quite sure what that means, but it sounds important. Some fellas like ’em short, some like ’em long. I guess it’s just a matter of what feels right on your legs. You gotta try ‘em on, see how they feel when you’re movin’ around. Don’t want nothin’ ridin’ up, you know? That ain’t comfortable for nobody.
- Short inseam, I guess that’s for them fellas who like to show off their legs. Nothin’ wrong with that, I suppose.
- Long inseam, that’s probably for them fellas who get cold easy or just don’t like their legs all out in the open.
- And then there’s these “compression” shorts. Sounds kinda tight to me, but some folks swear by ’em. Say it helps with the muscles or somethin’. I don’t know nothin’ ‘bout that.
And don’t forget about the brands. There’s all sorts of ‘em. Nike, Adidas, Fila, and some fancy name I can’t even pronounce, somethin’ like “Travis Matthew.” I reckon they all make good shorts, but you gotta find what fits your budget and your style. Don’t go spendin’ a fortune on shorts just ‘cause some fella on TV wears ‘em. You just need somethin’ that’s gonna hold up and let you play your game.
When you’re lookin’ at shorts, make sure they’re made of somethin’ that lets your skin breathe. You don’t wanna be sweatin’ like a pig out there on the court, all sticky and uncomfortable. Look for materials that are light and airy, you know, like cotton or somethin’ similar. And make sure they wash up good too! Ain’t nobody got time for fussy clothes that need special treatment.
And last but not least, make sure them shorts got a good waistband. Nothin’ worse than havin’ your shorts fallin’ down in the middle of a game. Look for a waistband that’s sturdy and stays put, but ain’t so tight it cuts off your circulation. You want to be comfortable, not constricted. You gotta be able to bend and stretch and chase that ball without worrying about your pants fallin’ down.
So there you have it, my two cents on tennis shorts for men. Just remember, comfort is key, pockets are important if you need ‘em, and don’t spend more than you have to. Now go out there and have some fun!
Tags: tennis shorts, men’s apparel, comfort, pockets, inseam, Nike, Adidas, Fila, Vuori, Under Armour
