What Is The Difference? Which Is Better? T.H.E. Shorts vs Pace Breaker Shorts by Lululemon

In this video, I do an in-depth comparison between the T.H.E shorts, also known as the Train Hard Everyday shorts, and the Pace Breaker shorts. Both shorts are by Lululemon, and retail for $68.
0:00 Premise
0:30 Table of Contents
0:39 Materials
86% recycled polyester and 14% elastane
0:53 What is the liner in the Lululemon Shorts?
Liner: 82% polyester, 18% elastane
1:10 Texture and Feel
1:23 Compare/Contrast Main Features
Waistbands
Drawstrings
Lateral Hems (T.H.E. shorts a split hem, Pace Breakers do NOT)
Adductor / Groin Region
2:19 Posterior / Back of Shorts
T.H.E. shorts have a horizontal oriented rear pocket
Pace Breaker shorts have a vertical oriented pocket
Pace Breaker shorts also have a mesh outline
2:53 Comfort and Performance
4:21 The Liner Dictates Comfort
4:33 Biggest Con of Liner IMO
4:51 Sizing and Fit
I am 5' 8", 155 lbs, 31 waist.
I am wearing a Medium, with a 7'' inseam. It worked out perfect for me.
T.H.E shorts have a "classic tapered fit", whereas the Pace Breaker shorts have a "classic straight fit"
Analyzing the hems of both shorts, the tapered T.H.E is only very slightly less open by barely a 1/2 inch compared to the classic straight Pace Breaker hem.
6:05 Worth $68??
6:15 Impressions of Each Shorts
6:34 Which Would I Choose?
7:10 Final Thoughts
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Thanks for watching!

[@TheStyleGoat]

Wow this video couldn’t have come at a better time cause I’m looking for some good shorts and this helps a lot. Thanks for the review man you really kill it everytime 🔥

[@JessKaplan]

I really like the split hem look! I think the loop is for hooking your key on. It’s interesting that they have liner or liner less, I think they do that for women’s too. I hate to admit, but more often than not Lululemon is worth it. The attention to detail is usually spot on!

[@KingMajors]

Looking good on those squats and you always have the best reviews on YT, you cover everything !!

[@SIETETIZ]

this is by far the best video on these shorts, amazing work man!!

[@kickitwithdang]

Thanks for the comment !🙏

[@chriscrowley41]

Thanks for this vid! Exactly what I was looking for, for a comparison between the two.

[@kickitwithdang]

Glad this helped !

[@DesertX963]

I was just looking for a video like this. Thank you man. Very informative and you earned a sub. Gonna grab myself some pace breakers now. Also the Train Hard drawstrings can be inserted inside or outside, and the cord in the back pocket is a key loop.

[@kickitwithdang]

You mentioned you were looking for a video like this, yet it sounds like you’re more an expert than I am haha, If you or someone you know works in the medical field, I believe Lululemon still offers a 25% off your purchase in-store as long as you show your work badge! I forgot to mention this in the video lol. Appreciate your comment and thanks for watching ! 🙏

[@ZavieM]

I was so rooting for the Pace Breaker shorts throughout the video hahah. But both of these are such great value shorts. And you have the best of both worlds ✊🏿

[@kickitwithdang]

Haha thanks Z!

[@millennialmoneyhoney]

Thanks for this!! Need one on the ABC Pant vs Commissioner one too

[@Ns205]

Great video ! I appreciate the detailed review

[@eirkca]

This is such a good and informative video, thank you!!

[@kickitwithdang]

Glad you found it helpful, thanks for stopping by!

[@sole4kickz]

I can relate on the phone swinging inside your pocket while running. It's so annoying when that happens.

[@delaineheiser5980]

This was so helpful! Thank you!

[@kickitwithdang]

I’m glad! Both are great shorts 👍

[@shanemacey4250]

Thanks for the review! Going with Pace Breaker

[@kickitwithdang]

Great choice, You’ll love them. Cheers !

[@coreykleinman7902]

Solid breakdown! I'm 5'7 and bought 4 pairs of THE shorts in 9 inch. I've figured out that I should've gotten 7 inch. I'm going to add in 7 inch pace breaker

[@kickitwithdang]

We’re pretty similar in height so yeah, I think you’ll appreciate the 7” shorts more haha . Otherwise both shorts are still great options, not too many huge differences btwn the two haha. Thanks for the comment!

[@Sleventv]

Thanks for the detailed vid 👊

[@kickitwithdang]

Thanks for stopping by ! 👊

[@alexpirnuta]

Great review. Thanks!

[@zabrocr1]

Great review !

[@ACSSneakers]

Great video bro 💪🏻

[@otherryan]

The linerless T.H.E shorts will always have a special place in my heart because those were my first ever shorts for Lulu lol but this review really nailed all of the differences between the two. I personally like the horizontal pocket of the T.H.E shorts because they hold more stuff but agree that the Pacebreaker ones are more streamlined -- the zip pocket is handy either way though 🔥 another comment asked to review Vuori shorts and I agree with them too! A review on Vuori or Outdoor Voices would be dope too but always love a good Lulu haul 😂😂

[@kickitwithdang]

I thought about you when I bought the THE shorts 😂 if there is ever another opportunity I’ll need to borrow you to model some shorts for my next shorts video lol

[@ryanmchale8092]

same

[@pearlng9335]

Hi! I work at lululemon. The cord is for you to secure your keys so that they won't bounce around! Hope this helps!

[@kickitwithdang]

Ohh, that was very helpful haha, thanks! 🙏 Is Lululemon still offering 25% off for healthcare workers in-store?

[@jeffsiemens4485]

I definitely would never use that. 😊

[@PoliticalMatter]

Comparing with North face makes how goood lulumon is doing

[@user-en7ui6bm2y]

Great review! On T.H.E shorts you can move the drawstring from the front of the short to the inside using the holes that go to the inside of the short. I bought these for my husband and he loves them! Hopefully that helps 🙂.

[@kickitwithdang]

Wow I didn’t even realize that, this changes everything ! 😂 and I agree, THE shorts are awesome and very comfortable . thanks for sharing, that as definitely helpful. thank you so much 🙂

[@gnaved]

Wow, the only downside for me was the outside drawstrings on T.H.E. shorts, but now it’s a no brainer. I also found this feature on my everyday sweats. Thanks for this helpful tip.

[@Eugenewhatt]

Fire review. Just got 2 pairs of 7 inch pace breaker on sale. Thanks for the video!

[@kickitwithdang]

Thanks for the comment! You’ll love em 👍 still wearing mines just about every other week lol

[@Eugenewhatt]

I got the ivory color and the olive green color. 2 things: I find the lighter colors ones to be a little transparent, like you can see the shape of the pockets, so I do prefer the darker one as it looks less "casual". Also I think I am in between sizes of S and M, I am 5' 9, 172 ibs, and find the small size a little better in terms of stability when I have the phone in my side pocket.

[@hrrrrrrr2084]

@@kickitwithdang quality still good after all this time!!

[@quangtran3403]

wow insanely helpful

[@TheTattooedRonin]

Wow those are some pricey shorts! Good comparison bro! The boxer classy fit does look better on the pace breaker one

[@joemacch6284]

Never liked the lined shorts. But in the end THE shorts are more comfortable and versatile. If I’m going to just work out only I’ll chose the pacebreaker.

[@Stefan-od3us]

Dude, this was so helpful. Please do more lulu gear

[@kickitwithdang]

Thanks man, glad you found this helpful! I just bought the “At Ease” shorts, which are also bangers lol - probably my new favorite pair of lounge shorts. Not sure if you’re in healthcare or know anyone that is , but Lulu is offering 15% off if you verify healthcare worker status

[@hrrrrrrr2084]

@@kickitwithdang Please review them too! all your shorts and geat actually is worth it

[@feastfriday]

I've been looking for a good pair of shorts. I feel like the cord on the inside of the pocket is for keys to keep em secure while you workout. I do like the vertical pocket. That seems super convenient, you know, for snacks. 😏

[@kickitwithdang]

I should test that next time - which shorts fit a chicken sandwich better, and keep it fresh for longer ? 😂

[@feastfriday]

@@kickitwithdang for science.....

[@designermuppetstring]

Thank you for making this video. I was wondering what the difference was

[@kickitwithdang]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bhigh8]

You can move the strings to the inside too for the THE. they have holes to change it inside if you want

[@kickitwithdang]

Thanks! I actually realized this after I made the video unfortunately, so my mistake haha

[@smigglesmiggles614]

Can you compare the pace breaker and license to train shorts?

[@justindong7199]

Very helpful thanks. I am the same height and weight as you

[@kickitwithdang]

Glad you found it helpful bro, thanks for stopping by ! 🙏

[@ciao_abhi]

i never thought about the washing factor for the lined. You're right i dont feel llke i have wash my shorts everyday. But you gotta wash your underwear everyday ! so getting lined would force me to wash the shorts everyday

[@kickitwithdang]

This is definitely the reason I don’t get lined shorts anymore haha . Thanks for the comment !

[@hrrrrrrr2084]

@@kickitwithdang without liners do you wear something underneath you shorts or not always? Agree that liners are annoying if you need to wash everyday

[@kickitwithdang]

@@hrrrrrrr2084 yeah I always have underwear underneath . Personally I can’t go commando 😂 and makes for a sweat barrier to help the shorts last longer/stay cleaner

[@hrrrrrrr2084]

@@kickitwithdang hahaha you tried and hated it that much? what don't you like about it? 😂 though if you have one less layer underneath you sweat much less, thus don't damage the shorts either

[@aTravelclips2223]

the liner of t.h.e shorts fit a lot tighter than the pace breaker for the same size.

[@andynguyen123]

The drawstrings are interchangeable on both shorts.

[@kickitwithdang]

Yeah another commenter brought that to my attention lol , i didn’t catch it initially. Thx for the clarification

[@kakak00l]

Do vuori shorts!

[@daddio159]

It’s the hook your keys on.

[@dylanrandalldrums]

I have the 9" pacebreakers. Absolutely love them. Always wear them with underwear underneath despite the liner so I get a few wears out of them before washing.

[@kickitwithdang]

Same here haha, i do the same exact thing. thanks for watching !

[@alexchambers6208]

The drawstring on the T.H.E. shorts can be rerouted to the inside of the shorts!

[@kickitwithdang]

Yeah my fault, I found that out soon after I made the video lol, and some others have commented this as well . Thanks for the help and for stopping by the video! 🙏

[@Sportsman134]

what color are THE shorts (on the left)?

[@kickitwithdang]

It’s like a lavender- light purple. Don’t have exact color name because I bought it in store, but it looks like they don’t have this color option on the website at the moment, sorry

[@wisely4u]

More lululemon contents, please...

[@kickitwithdang]

In the works 🙏

[@andrewnguyen2656]

Nice review. Where'd you get your shirt from?

[@kickitwithdang]

I’m not sure which one that is because I have a lot of grey shirts. It’s either from Target, or just a cheap AAA one I got from my local swap meet lol

[@casadefren]

Would you say these were your favorite lulu shorts?

[@kickitwithdang]

As of right now yes, I still wear them all the time 2 years later haha. I also particularly like the “At Ease” sweat shorts by Lululemon, they’re awesome lounging shorts . Not sponsored btw lol

[@yamlol]

which new balances are those???

[@kickitwithdang]

New Balance 997, “coastal pack” 🙏

[@michaelthetford5214]

6:30 What shoes are those? 🔥

[@kickitwithdang]

Thx bro🙏 , they are called the New Balance 997 ‘coastal pack’

[@laughter95]

Just know that after 2-3 years of regular usage the THE shorts crotch will fray and holes will develop. This has been consistent across all 5 shorts I've owned over the last 6 years. I still stick with these shorts over every other training shorts available on the market though. The pockets are perfect. They can also be worn casually.

[@kickitwithdang]

Nice, thanks for the feedback 👍 both of these lululemon shorts have been awesome this past ~1.5 years and no crotch fraying for me yet haha. I am curious about fabletics though so I’m gonna see if they’re comparable to these . Thanks for the comment!

[@laughter95]

@@kickitwithdang I forgot to add the key point-- take it to a store and they'll repair or replace at no cost. Just be friendly and not pushy, 2 or 3 times they've let me swap out. Once, they repaired. Either way, you get best-in-class shorts for many years of use.

[@kickitwithdang]

Appreciate the awesome tips! Gonna definitely put this to use in the near future 👍🙏

[@MacMeezy34]

Nasty joker