Let's talk shorts. Every runner has their favorites for different reasons. My shorts must-have list: built-in undies (I'm learning that not everyone is a fan of this. say what?), comfy, multiple pockets, no muffin top, must make your butt look decent.
It's pretty simple, and it would seem like most running shorts would cover those categories, but when you start trying things on, you realize there are different degrees of comfy. If the scale is from 1 to 10, it would go something like, 1 is as comfy as stepping on a Lego, and 10 is so comfy that I might not take it off for at least a week, without washing. A lot of running shorts are in the 7-9 range, but when you find a 10, you embrace it like you did your favorite Halloween candy when you were 5 (Kit-Kats, obviously) and pray that none of your older siblings notice that you still have some decent candy left to steal.
The Oiselle rogas are a comfort 10. Oiselle makes running clothes, but they should obviously be putting equal effort into pajamas because I could live in these shorts for weeks. The material is stretchy, durable (I've fully tested this!), and light. Basically they're perfect for running but also great for the post-marathon rest period where you spend weird amounts of time sitting on the couch and eating ice cream.
Plus, they are known to not make your butt look flat. Another check on the must-have list. Some of us have the opposite problem of a flat butt, and they work for healthy booties too.
They also have a wide waistband to help keep the muffin top at bay.
So those are the things that all rogas have in common, now let's get to why I love my long rogas.
They have an extra pocket! So instead of one zip pocket on the bum and a hidden key pocket in the front lining, there is one extra side zip pocket. Especially if you are planning to run (or race) long, extra pockets are like gold. Specifically like gold teeth, not absolutely necessary but you feel kind of famous and like you could kick anyone's butt in a dance battle if you have them.
Here's the other clutch thing about them, the standard rogas have a 4-inch inseam, and the long rogas move that up to a 6-inch inseam. This is an obvious choice for tall people, but not everyone is lucky enough to be tall. I'm 5'2", so why is a longer inseam clutch? There are lots of activities that I like to do in addition to running.
Like the butterfly (while wearing sunglasses in my living room, of course).
Hammy stretches.
Awkward jumps.
Unsuccessful toe touches.
Headstands on rocky ground.
The rogas are perfect because the extra two inches have got you covered no matter what awkward position you get yourself into.
You can finally put away your disguise for when you want to wear your comfortable running shorts to yoga class.
Also the extra two inches give me a little bit more protection from my personal trail running nemesis, poison ivy. Poison ivy is not welcome to my upper thigh party.
If only this guy's shorts had been a few inches longer.
Sizing tips: According to the sizing chart, I measured on the lower end of a medium in these shorts, but I went down to a size small. Just for reference, I wear a size 6 in Lulu bottoms and a small in Nike bottoms. If you are on the edge of two sizes, I would recommend going down a size unless you like your shorts a little loose fitting.
Now for the happy day news. Oiselle is sponsoring a giveaway for a pair of long rogas for one of you happy people.*
To enter: Leave a comment telling me why you want to try the long rogas. Bonus points (not really) for the most awkward position for which you need extra coverage. Um, keep it clean for the kids though.
For bonus entries (the real kind, not the fake kind from above): These are completely optional! But if you do them, make sure to leave a separate comment for each so I can count them all.
* Like Oiselle on Facebook. Leave a comment telling me you do.
* Like (or already like) Yo Momma Runs on Facebook. Leave a comment telling me you do.
* Follow Oiselle on the Twitters. Leave a comment telling me you do.
* Share this giveaway via Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, or your blog. Leave a separate comment for each share!
You have until next Friday, November 1st, to enter, so get to commenting and sharing! And if between now and then I see you in a back alley dance battle, just know that I came to win.
Plus if you need to get these before next Friday, use the code FIRSTFLIGHT for 10% off your first order from Oiselle.
*Grumps still allowed to participate.
I participate in Oiselle's running team because I love them. Oiselle is providing the shorts for the giveaway, and I purchased my long rogas with the team discount. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I want to try them for my boot camp class. I need them to cover me when other dudes have to stand on my feet for sit ups in boot camp. It happened on Monday with regular running shorts and I couldn't look at him in the face after because I'm sure he saw more than I wanted him to.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely been in that awkward position before!:)
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ReplyDeleteThese are darling! I have wanted to buy a pair forever!
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ReplyDeleteWould love the shorts because I have a very very hard time finding shorts long enough not to show parts you dont want shown when doing things other than running
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ReplyDeleteYay!!!! I hope I win this. I have two pairs of long rogas already (the extra length avoids the dreaded chafing on my British thighs) but there are so many colour options that I don't own :)
ReplyDeleteAnother excellent reason for long shorts!!
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ReplyDeleteI would love to try some new long shorts....I always like longer shorts cause I think my thighs have a little too much cellulite, which I just hate to show off!
ReplyDeleteI would love to try the long rogas because I have tried the rogas and love them, but these would be great because they have another pocket! I love pockets!
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ReplyDeleteI follow you on twitter. (RunningandSun)
ReplyDeleteI tweeted. https://twitter.com/RunningandSun/status/393853129214545920
ReplyDeleteI pinned it. http://www.pinterest.com/pin/192528952794014929/
ReplyDeleteUm...well... I want to try them because I hate the way my legs look in running shorts. I've never found anything long enough that really keeps me in my comfort zone! These might just do the trick though.
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ReplyDeleteI've been dying to try the long rogas because I feel naked in all of the shorty short shorts out there on my long legs...I don't run in shorts as a result but I think I'd actually run in these.
ReplyDeleteI also follow you on the twitters
ReplyDeleteand Oiselle - I follow them on the twitters too
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ReplyDeleteI love me some Rogas, but as a tall (5'8") have really been wanting to try the long ones too!
ReplyDeleteand I like you on FB too
ReplyDeleteand, what the hey - I'll even tweet about it even though I want to win them. I'll be generous and let the world know...
ReplyDeletesigh...and right after I tweeted about it - I got the unhealthy urge to share it with my Google Plus community...
ReplyDelete...I'm so never going to win them now... :P
You are going share crazy. Thanks!
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ReplyDeleteShared the giveaway on Twitter!
ReplyDeleteI would love to try the long rogas because they look so cute on you!
ReplyDeleteI love shorts with pockets so much that I've been known to sew my own pockets into my running shorts!
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ReplyDeleteLove your review Booher! I didn't even recognize you in that disguise. I want to give these to Sydney...she just started running on her team at middle school. My long legged little lady needs some Oiselle long rogas.
ReplyDeleteLOL, I'll tell Bella that her disguise worked!
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ReplyDeleteThose shorts look comfy and long enough to wear at the gym.
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ReplyDeleteI haven't found a pair of running shorts that I like. Would love to try these!
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ReplyDeleteWould love to try these because I don't have any long running shorts! They look so cute!
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ReplyDeletei don not run in shorts. they are all TOO SHORT! But these...look long enough!!! awesome. WANT to try for sure!
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ReplyDeleteI tweeted!
ReplyDeletehttps://twitter.com/crantina/status/393954757422751745
I have yet to find an awesome pair of running shorts. I would love these longer ones!
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ReplyDeleteCute shorts love all Oiselle, I would love to try the shorts for core class, when I am in all sorts of weird positions.
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ReplyDeleteI love Oiselle and would love to try the rogas for running (go figure!) Hahaha! Great post BTW.
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ReplyDeleteI tweeted! https://twitter.com/MaineMomRunning/status/394094265975861248
ReplyDeleteI hear so much about Oiselle everywhere, and I even see that they have a racing team! I would love to try some of their apparel because it looks so cute, comfortable, and functional!
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I like Oiselle on Facebook!
ReplyDeleteI would love to try 'em! I like to live in running clothes sometimes as I am very active with my two young sons, and these would be perfect for sitting, climbing and running after them. I, too, am on the short side (4'11), so their cute style, utility and seemingly great fit really are enticing.
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ReplyDeleteI want to try Long Rogas because I love my short Rogas so much! :)
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ReplyDeleteWould absolutely love to try the Rogas...especially the longs! ....feel like I can echo reasons already listed above (not the least of which includes the potential of reduced chafing!)...thanks for hosting the giveaway!!!
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ReplyDeleteI want to try them because the waistband looks super comfy.
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ReplyDeleteI want to try them because my cheeks are low. LOL! I always have to wear two shorts just so my cheeks don't show and these look like they'd provide adequate coverage. :)
ReplyDeleteHonestly, I would really like these for lounging. :)
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ReplyDeleteAwesome shorts! I have trouble with my shorts riding up when I run and these look like they would stay put! I'd love to try them out!
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ReplyDeleteI love longer shorts for running because I have thick thighs and don't want them to rub together and get the dreaded chafing. I liked Oiselle on FB :)
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ReplyDeleteI've been wanting to try these for a while, but haven't wanted to pull the trigger given the cost without being able to try them on. I run almost exclusively in capris because I haven't ever found shorts that didn't ride up, but man does that get hot in the summer! People love the Rogas, I hope I win and can try a pair that way, but I think it might be time to bite the bullet even if I don't!
ReplyDeleteI love my long rogas and would love to have another pair.
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ReplyDeleteI pinned this!
ReplyDeleteI want to try the Long Rogas because I simply haven't yet! they look like a great way for slightly more coverage and warmth :)
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ReplyDeleteI would LOVE to try these shorts! As a "tall", the longer leg plus the comfy rating of 10 would be killer!
ReplyDeletePlus I need something to do "Happy Baby" pose in & not show my cookie to the rest if the yoga class...
I follow Yo Momma Runs on Twitter as @erinpre
ReplyDeleteI like you on Facebook :)
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ReplyDelete(And why isn't my avatar showing up? Merb.)
And, of course...I like Oiselle on Twitter :)
ReplyDeleteI love the regular Rogas, but would love to try the long ones for more coverage!
ReplyDeleteI like Oiselle on Facebook (of course)!
ReplyDeleteI follow Oiselle on Twitter! (@lcavs15)
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ReplyDeleteI Tweeted about your giveaway! https://twitter.com/lcavs15/status/394886007369117696 :)
ReplyDeleteI want to try these because I have yet to find running shorts that are above a 5 on your scale!
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ReplyDeleteOMG - I totally FREAKING LOVE my Roga shorts! I already follow you on Facebook. And I have you in my google reader - that's how I found out about this, ha ha.
ReplyDeleteAnd I follow Oiselle on twitter.
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ReplyDeleteOh and I follow you on twitter already, ha ha.
ReplyDeleteAnd I just shared this on my Facebook Blog page.
ReplyDeleteJust shared it on my personal Facebook page. :D
ReplyDeleteI want to try them because I had never heard of Oiselle (gasp) until a few weekends ago and was following a stranger for most of the Twin Cities Marathon. She was wearing a super cute Oiselle outfit so I was rather fixated on it for 26 miles. I was inspired to check it out online after the race but have not ordered anything yet.
ReplyDeleteI'd love a pair of these to wear to SurfSet classes and during my strength workout! Super cute.
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ReplyDeleteI shared on Twitter https://twitter.com/RunningEscapade/status/394964827430350849
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ReplyDeleteI'd love a pair for hiking! Nobody wants to be behind me looking up my short shorts as I scale a wall or ladder.
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ReplyDeleteShared giveaway on Twitter: https://twitter.com/happyfitmama/status/394972609164480512
ReplyDeleteHave a regular pair and although I love them, an extra two inches would no doubt be regarded as a public service!
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ReplyDeleteAlready "Like" Oiselle-- Wings out!
ReplyDeleteThose are great looking shorts! I would do yoga in them.
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ReplyDeleteI would love to try the long Rogas as I'm not a fan of short shorts either! Also, I've heard awesome things about the comfiness and cuteness of rogas.
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ReplyDeleteWould love a pair. They would be great for days at my neighborhood gym when the three treadmills are in use and I get the bike.
ReplyDeleteI really like shorts and skirts with more coverage, so I would love to try these.
ReplyDeleteI already follow yo momma on facebook
ReplyDeleteWould love to try them just to have a comfortable pair of shorts to wear around town that look more professional than the typical running shorts!
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ReplyDeleteI've been looking at the long rogas (already have a pair of the regular rogas) because of the extra pocket. A girl can never have too many pockets! I've held off because I wasn't sure about the longer length, but seeing all you can do with those extra two inches . . . you've sold me!
ReplyDeleteMy old running shorts are falling apart because I wear them for every run. I love longer shorts too because they help with chafing and just modesty in general. I would love the long roga shorts!!
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