The 26 best trail running short brands

  • 26 brands ranked
  • Ranked by brand visibility

Nike, Sportswear and adidas lead our ranking of 26 trail running short brands. Compare what each brand makes, visit its official site, or shop it online.

Trail Running Short brands, ranked

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  1. 1

    Nike

    Blue Ribbon Sports was a sportswear company founded in 1964. After launching the Nike shoe brand, the company was rebranded as Nike in 1978. Its popularity exploded in the late 80s when it started acquiring numerous shoe companies and including a variety in its product line. In 1996, it opened a bar for extreme sports like mountain biking. Today, it is one of the most famous sports companies in the world.

    Popularity 10.0/10

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    Sportswear

    Partnership with brands like Jordan and Converse makes Sportswear one of the most popular sneaker stores. Their latest products include the Nike Air Max 720 React and Nike Crater Impact. Their men's and women’s series cover clothing options and accessories ranging from shorts and t-shirts to cardigans and jackets, as well as flip flops and hats. Sportswear’s biggest attractions are the sneakers and their unique bag collection that includes brands like Adidas and Puma.

    Popularity 9.0/10

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    adidas

    Adi Dassler had the goal to provide athletes with only the best. In 1949, he registered a shoe that later became one of the precursors of modern Adidas shoes. In 1954, he introduced the screw-in studs for lightweight football boots that propelled the German football team to victory in the World Cup. Adidas became a household name and gained the trust of athletes. Today, Adidas enjoys global acclaim as it continues to provide premium-quality equipment.

    Popularity 8.2/10

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    Soffe

    Workout in style with Soffe – a family activewear brand that sees the strength in you! The exclusive Ranger Panty shorts are the ideal physical training partners for men and women. The Soffe Supreme collection is all about luxurious and fashionable apparel available in pastel colors. The brand assures comfort and inclusivity with the soft fabrics and cotton used in the Family basics collection. You will find the best deals with the regular sales Soffe offers.

    Popularity 6.9/10

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    Reebok

    Reebok was founded in 1958 and was one of the first few brands to include track spikes in running shoes. It may be considered a powerhouse today, but it only really found its footing in the 80s, thanks to the reintroduction of the ‘dad sneaker.’ It was an extension of J.W. Foster, which focused on athletic footwear that gained traction among athletes. Over time, Reebok made a name for itself worldwide.

    Popularity 3.3/10

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    Salomon

    Salomon is a well-known manufacturer of ski boots, skis, and snowboards. The company creates, manufactures, and sells the best quality goods for skiing, snowboarding, trail running, and hiking. Salomon's more outstanding goods are meant to improve athletes' mountain performance. Their items will ensure that you enjoy winter sports to the fullest, whether on the slopes or anywhere else. With top-notch gear, Salmon makes your love of winter sports a reality.

    Popularity 2.6/10

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    Montané

    Montana Shirt Co. is a family-owned and operated business founded by three Montana brothers who grew up in the heart of the state. They aim to provide you with a fantastic product you will be happy to wear everywhere you go. They adore Montana and want to ensure that everyone else does well. As a result, every t-shirt they make has remarkable detail and design that genuinely reflects their love for their state. They are proud to be Montanans and love conveying their ecstasy to others.

    Popularity 2.4/10

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    Patagonia

    Patagonia is dedicated to making the most refined product possible, decreasing its environmental impact, and supporting grassroots environmental organizations. Since 1973, they've been generating huge items that are both inexpensive and long-lasting. Its mission is to provide the most excellent product possible while causing no extra harm and using business to inspire and execute environmental solutions. They offer various outdoor items for men, women, and children, including jackets, pants, fleeces and shells, base layers, mid-layers, accessories, caps, and gloves.

    Popularity 2.1/10

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    FILA

    Fitness, work, and professionalism is all that one can discover at Fila! Discover all their premium apparel collections at sensible rates on their website or store outlets. Celebrating its 110th anniversary, the brand has collaborated with prominent fashion brands releasing...

    Popularity 1.5/10

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    Road Runner

    Kindled with a spark of parental love, Road Runner was established by a father in 1983. His passion for health and fitness fueled this spark. With this desire, he built up an empire where everyone and anyone is sure to...

    Popularity 1.5/10

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    Karrimor

    Karrimor is meant for the people who love the great outdoors. It is not advised to go on an adventure without equipment. If you are someone who is an active person who likes to live in the outside world, then...

    Popularity 1.2/10

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    Augusta Sportswear

    Augusta Sportswear is a sportswear brand that offers high-quality sportswear for all kinds of sports. Founded in 1977, Augusta Sportswear has a range of over 800 products to meet the needs of men, women, and children all over the world....

    Popularity 1.2/10

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    Compressport

    Companies like compressport help those who have a passion for sports and want to learn more about them. COMPRESSPORT was formed in Switzerland to offer all athletes a diverse range of high-performance compression clothing. COMPRESSPORT helps you by providing physiological...

    Popularity 1.2/10

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    Lacoste

    Lacoste is close to achieving its goal of becoming a casual luxury brand. Its professionalism is unmatched, and highly dedicated to creating premium products. Founded in 1933, it sells various apparel that embodies the elegance befitting its French origins. It...

    Popularity 0.9/10

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    Superdry

    Superdry’s story starts with the reverence for its roots and the creator. With origins in the English thrift stores and the American streets, this brand offers shirts filled with creativity and energy. Its bold graphics and unorthodox prints allow it...

    Popularity 0.9/10

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    Yohji Yamamoto

    The engaging website of Yohji Yamamoto is just a perfect one for your classy wardrobe collection. They have men's and women's collections. A shopping guide is there to help customers choose products; various brands provide straight fabric cutting, a clean...

    Popularity 0.9/10

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    NOBRAND

    Nobrand is a renowned footwear brand from Europe that makes stylish and comfortable loafers and sneakers for both men and women. They use breathable and high-quality materials, and the shoes are handmade by artisans from Portugal. The brand has a...

    Popularity 0.9/10

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    Mountain Hardwear

    Mountain Hardwear caters to outdoor lovers. From an amateur adventurer to a professional athlete, the company aspires to help the customers gain a beautiful physical outdoor experience through its products. The products are made in an easy-to-use manner so that...

    Popularity 0.9/10

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    SPIRO

    Spiro creates some excellent exercise and training clothing using the latest high-performance technical materials and patterns. These trendy styles are found in blouses, jackets, jeans, and shorts. Spiro's unisex sector includes headwear and training shirts recommended by athletes, including a...

    Popularity 0.9/10

  20. 20

    Ronhill

    Running is either enjoyed or dreaded; there's no in-between. Ronhill is set to change the running game by supplying breathable and sweat-resistant fabric clothes which make running enjoyable. Taking guidance from their past products and blending them with the needs...

    Popularity 0.9/10

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    Hind

    Hind is a performance gear brand for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, outdoor sports enthusiasts, yoga practitioners, and cyclists. They aspire to make the best quality items that will enable you to perform better, feel better, and look better. Hind was formed...

    Popularity 0.9/10

  22. 22

    Outdoor Research

    Outdoor Research sounds like a science lab, but it is a company selling outdoor gear to make your adventures safe and easy. The company was started by Ron Gregg, who understood the importance of having the right clothing, gear, and...

    Popularity 0.9/10

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    ERIMA

    Erima produces supreme quality athletic equipment as well as functional and fashionable clothing. Because they have been custom designing for athletes, teams, clubs, and other sports organizations for over 40 years, they understand their demands. Athletic uniforms, practice gear, training...

    Popularity 0.9/10

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    In Sport

    Get into sports with In Sport. Offering a variety of athletic apparel and footwear, the company continues to renew itself by carrying the latest clothing and popular footwear brands. Selling the most hip items, it remains one of the leading...

    Popularity 0.9/10

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    DYNAFIT

    DYNAFIT becomes a partner in a mountain athlete's journey by providing sports equipment that allows them to climb the mountain of success. Their team consists of trail running and ski mountaineering athletes who know what's best for mountain endurance sports....

    Popularity 0.9/10

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    SEOBEAN

    SEOBEAN was founded back in 2006. They have its headquarters in Hong Kong. The company mainly deals with designing and manufacturing men's underwear and swimwear. A dedicated group is always working to develop new and original ideas to design products...

    Popularity 0.9/10