Per Manufacturer-

*100% Sueded Microfiber Polyester (This is a super light, yet very strong material that is very comfortable)
*Fitted waistband (Non-elastic)in the front, elastic waist band in the back. This ensures a perfect fit even while cutting weight.
*Inner drawstring
*Velcro fly and closure system
*Flex panels in the crotch
*Split seams (4 inch split)
*Embroidered logos
*Inner pocket for mouthguard

First Impression- I pulled these out of the bag and loved how bright and vibrant the red color of the shorts is. The quality was there too, but I was a little worried about the sizing as it was suggested that I get a size 28. I guess we will see.

Construction- The construction of these shorts is top notch. All the stitching is very well done, and there is both double and triple stitching in all the right places. The logos are all embroidered. These shorts have a standard style of hook and loop closure system. These shorts also have a flex panel in the crotch. One thing that is very interesting about these shorts is waist. Along the front they have a fitted style waistband, but then along the back it is made out of elastic. This makes for some adjustability in the fit, but I will get into that more a little later. These shorts are manufactured in Pakistan and are made out of 100% polyester.

Fit- It was recommended to me by Cageside to get these shorts in a 28 based on the size of other shorts that I wear. I was little worried as I have never worn a 28 in any other pair of shorts. Well let me tell you, it fit perfectly, so that is something to keep in mind when ordering these shorts. These shorts fall just above the knee. Now onto a very cool feature of these shorts. From the front they look like they are going to be fitted but in the back they have elastic which allows for quite a bit of adjustability. These shorts also feature small 4 inch spilt seam. Once tied these shorts feel nice and snug around my waist, and the material of them keeps them light in weight. One of the only ways I think that I would improve upon these shorts is to give them an over the top type closure system as that just seems to be more secure, plus keeps the Velcro away from your body.

Stand Up- While using these shorts for stand up training they worked excellent. They stayed tight around my waist with no shifting or bunching. With the stretch panel and the split seam they provided plenty of range of motion. These shorts did not soak up much sweat which was nice and kept them nice and light feeling. I did not have any sort of problem with doing any sort of technique. Really the only negative thing about these shorts while doing stand up was occasionally the Velcro would scratch my stomach even though the rough side is facing out. I think the added feature of the elastic helps keep these shorts from shifting even when not tied all that tight.

Ground- As you can see with my rating I liked these shorts on the ground just not as much as I liked them for stand up. They feel great on the ground. I did not experience any shifting around my waist, but the legs rode up some just like most loose fitting shorts do. The have a very large range of motion, and I did not have issues with performing any techniques. These shorts are actually are very comfortable pair of shorts to wear on the ground, just like them better for stand up. Once again really the only negative thing I can say about them is the Velcro scratching my stomach.

Pros-

*Great Construction

*Embroidered Logos

*Very Comfortable

Cons-

*Velcro Scratches

*Sizing can be tricky

Overall- These are a great pair of shorts that you are not going to see everywhere. With only a few minor issues like Velcro scratching and sizing these are a hard pair of shorts not to recommend. Be sure just to ask Cageside about sizing, their customer service is great and so are there shorts. These are actually one of my favorite pairs of shorts to train in. If you are in the market for a new pair of shorts, then for sure take a look at these. With a price right around $40 these are hard to pass up.

(Highly Recommended)

**Disclaimer** I received these at no cost for the purpose of review and received no payment from the company to do the review.