Nike Dri-Fit 8" Men's Running Blue Shorts DM1040 480

Conquer Your Run: Nike Dri-FIT 8" Shorts

Extended Coverage & Moisture-Wicking Drive: The Nike Dri-FIT 8" Running Shorts "Obsidian / White" Power through high-cadence road sessions, tempo runs, and daily training blocks with an extended-coverage running short engineered for chafe-free mobility and active temperature management. The DM1040-480 strikes the sweet spot between a traditional running split short and a multi-sport training short, offering an 8-inch inseam that delivers dependable quad coverage without dragging or catching on the knees. Finished in a deep "Obsidian" navy accented by crisp "White" branding and clean contrast trims, this piece brings a sharp, focused athletic aesthetic built to handle heavy miles and gym circuits alike.

Benefits: Engineered for road runners, marathon training cycles, and multi-sport gym conditioning, these shorts feature Nike's high-performance Dri-FIT technology, which rapidly draws moisture off the surface of your skin to the fabric's outer face for accelerated evaporation. The airy, lightweight woven textile resists cling even during heavy sweat output, ensuring you remain comfortable and focused on your pacing. Featuring dedicated storage options, including side drop-in pockets and a secure pocket for media or keys, they allow you to carry everyday essentials securely without disruptive bouncing throughout your stride.

Key Features:

• High-Efficiency Dri-FIT Performance: Advanced technical knit engineered to actively pull perspiration away from the skin, speeding evaporation to keep you dry and cool.

• Functional 8" Inseam Profile: Extended athletic length delivering modest thigh coverage while maintaining full, unconstrained hip and leg articulation.

• Featherlight Woven Fabric: Highly breathable, soft-drape woven polyester construction that maximizes cooling airflow and minimizes skin friction.

• Secure Essential Storage: Deep side hand pockets complemented by a dedicated secure pocket engineered to hold keys, transit cards, or a media device firmly during motion.

• Adjustable Elastic Waistband: Flat-knit flexible waistband equipped with an internal drawstring to ensure an exact, slip-free lockdown through sprints and intervals.

• Sustainable Material Construction: Crafted with at least 75% recycled polyester fibers to reduce waste and lower environmental impact without sacrificing performance.

Product Details:

• Product Name: Nike Men's Dri-FIT 8" Running Shorts

• Discipline / Category: Running / Cross-Training & Fitness

• Colourway: Obsidian / White

• Style Code: DM1040 480

• Inseam Length: 8 Inches

• Material: 100% Polyester (Minimum 75% Recycled Polyester)

• Waistband: Elastic with Internal Drawcord

• Pockets: Side Hand Pockets & Secure Stash/Media Pocket

• Fit: Standard Fit

Buyer Guidance & Fit Profile:

• Who This Product Is Best Suited For: Ideal for road runners, track athletes, and fitness enthusiasts who find ultra-short 3" or 5" split shorts too revealing and prefer extra coverage over the quads for outdoor runs, gym lifts, or high-step agility drills. Coordinates effortlessly with Nike Dri-FIT singlets, Miler running tees, lightweight windbreaker shells, and neutral road trainers like the Nike Air Zoom Pegasus or Vomero. Not intended for contact combat sports or competitive open-water swimming.

• Fit & Sizing Determination: Fits True to Size (TTS) in an accommodating Standard Fit. The cut provides comfortable ease through the glutes and thighs with an 8-inch inseam that typically hits a couple of inches above the kneecap on average-height runners. Athletes with slender legs who prefer a streamlined, close-to-body cut may consider sizing one size down, while those with larger, muscular quads should stick to their true size for optimal room.

• Recommended Conditions & Activities: Optimised for warm-weather road running, treadmill intervals, HIIT gym sessions, track workouts, and casual warm-up drills in mild to hot conditions. Care Recommendation: Tie the internal waistband drawcord prior to laundering to prevent it from retreating into the waistband tunnel; machine wash cold on a gentle cycle with like dark/navy athletic apparel using mild liquid detergent; do not use fabric softeners or dryer sheets, as they coat the Dri-FIT microfibers and severely reduce moisture-wicking capabilities; line dry naturally in the shade (the lightweight woven material dries very rapidly) and avoid ironing.