The Flash 0.5 short is a low-Lycra short tight, providing an athletic fit whilst minimising moisture absorbtion. Flatlock seams are used for a smooth comfortable finish and silicone leg grips hold for perfect fit over the quads. A good size angled mesh thigh pocket can take map gels etc without bouncing against the leg. Can be used on their own or as part of a layering system under an over short or trouser.
Slimline stash pockets on each I15thigh are ideal for gels, compass, map or empty wrappers. Angled to prevent movement.
Slimline stash pockets on each thigh are ideal for gels, compass, map or empty wrappers.
Our unique patterning allows a close athletic fit without restriction. By using body-mapped panels, rather than a single piece on the legs it allows us to use less Lycra which has very little thermal or wicking properties. It also allows us to insert more breathable mesh panels in high output areas such as the base of the back.
FEATURES
Flatlock seams
Stretch thigh pockets (gels/phone)
Mesh panels for breathability
4-way stretch
Key pocket
Grip strips to prevent riding up
Reflective safety flashes
Elasticated waist with drawcord
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Colours: Black / Orange,
Black
Fabric: Stretch Polyamide
Weight: 120g
Sizes: XS / S / M / L / XL
*Weights are taken from a size Medium
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Shorts or Leggings?
Some runners will only wear a full length legging when there is a foot of snow on the ground and a howling gale. Some will even hold out then, opting instead for chapped legs and snow-burnt shins! What to wear whilst running is very personal choice but OMM offers a range of Legwear to cover (get it!) a wide range of options. For fast and light racing, check out the Speed Short, a classic split short made for going fast. Or for those in-between days go for the Flash 0.75, a 3/4 length tight that will see most through winter. When snow is on the ground it is a good idea to protect your shins, the Flash 1.0 will do just that. For multi-day adventures or wearing over a legging, the versatility of the PaceLite Short is a good option too.
What about waterproofs?
You will find our waterproof Legwear both here and over on the Outer Layer Page. So if you’re looking for a full waterproof outfit to satisfy kit list needs, head over there. If you’re just looking for stuff that covers your pins, you’ll find it here.
Leg length and fit
You can find our Size Guide via the link on each product page, this includes measurement ranges for each size. You can also find our Fit Guide there too. Our performances fabrics usually work best close to the skin and we make our Legwear in a relatively close fit to reduces drag and bulk whilst moving quickly in the mountains. Our leg lengths also reflect this; often shorter than traditional hiking or streetwear, this is to keep fabric out of the way of running feet. In the case of waterproofs, it is less essential to create a seal with your footwear, as with hiking overtrousers, since you’re likely to be plunging into rivers and bogs and most running footwear isn’t waterproof. Some of our Legwear is a Unisex Fit, in which case it is often best to go down a size for Women.
Do we use Lycra?
Yes, a bit. We use Lycra in our Flash range of tights but not much. We could make them super stretchy, just like those fashionable high street leggings but we don’t for a reason. Lycra is super stretchy, which is great, but other than that it doesn’t have many other properties that a mountain runner might look for in a piece of Legwear. It is not very thermally insulating, very quick drying or wicking and can lead to quite a cool feeling against the skin; not what you want on a rain-soaked summit. So we keep the Lycra content to minimum and instead use clever panelling of the fabrics, orientating them to optimise the direction of stretch throughout the running motion; clever stuff!
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