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These tights shorts are supportive, breathable, and made to move—they're dialled in for fast, technical terrain.
Rab says:
With their body-contouring fit and weightless feel, the Talus Tights Shorts (6'') are essential legwear for fast-moving trail runners, whether worn alone or as an added layer of protection under shorts. Crafted with a highly durable stretch fabric for complete mobility, they give you the freedom to negotiate tricky terrain, while breathing and wicking away moisture when intensity peaks. Now upgraded with better fabric recovery than ever, they offer a closer, more supportive fit to keep you comfortable as you move at pace through rock-scattered fells.
Our Verdict
The Rab Talus Tights Shorts are a solid option when you want the security of a close fit without compromising freedom of movement. They feel barely there at 140g (UK 12), but the Flexile fabric gives enough compression to feel stable and controlled, especially when climbing or descending quickly. The updated stretch recovery is noticeable—they hug well without bagging out over time.
The rollover waistband is wide and smooth, sitting flat without digging in, and I haven’t had any issues with slippage or discomfort. Storage is functional: a zip pocket at the rear for a key or card, and two mesh thigh pockets that easily fit a phone. The thigh grippers help keep everything in place, even during harder efforts.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- Outstanding recovery, durability, and fit with the double-knit Flexile™ 200 fabric throughout.
- Superb mobility and comfort thanks to the seamless, rollover waistband.
- Generous storage with thigh stash pockets for gels and a zipped back pocket for your key or card.
- Thigh grippers ensure the shorts remain secure on the move.
- Flatlock low-bulk stitching throughout.
- Make strides with complete freedom of movement thanks to the gusset panel insert.
Specifications
- UK 8 weighs: 121g
- UK 10 weighs: 131g
- UK 12 weighs: 140g
- UK 14 weighs: 151g
- Fit: Next to Skin
- Inseam length 6"
Material & Construction
- Flexile™ 200 with fluorocarbon-free DWR
- 68% Polyamide 32% Elastane
