Is Tracksmith gonna make it?

If you think Tracksmith is pricey, check out Satisfy, a European brand and their prices:

https://satisfyrunning.com/39-new-arrivals

Wow.

A Florida Coach wrote:

If you think Tracksmith is pricey, check out Satisfy, a European brand and their prices:

https://satisfyrunning.com/39-new-arrivals

Wow.

Yeah, but free shipping for orders over 500 euros.

If you think Satisfy is expensive, check out Gucci:

https://www.gucci.com/us/en/shop-the-look/FW17_MNMLook009US

I appreciate your enthusiasm. Also great points.

limeinmydrink wrote:

I feel like their market niche is too small, too elitist, too clubby and too untranslatable to the larger running masses.

Great running journalism in Meter though.

I feel like you were wrong. Tracksmith is putting out some of the best clothing out there. It never goes on sale and used shirts have sold near full price on the auctioning site. Imagine paying $4.90 less for a shirt you could buy new?

I do wish they'd revive Meter with some of the profits and have more discounts.

if you thought tracksmith is overpriced and stupid...

https://shop.blkrbn.com/

I recently just made my first purchase at Tracksmith. I bought the Olmsted pack (black) and the long sleeve Twilight top (ivory/yellow).

The quality of the bag appears quite nice (havent used it running yet though, so take that for what it is worth). There was a zippered pocket on the front of the bag (under the sash) that I was unaware of from the website photos and description (not complaining, just thought it was a nice surprise).

I love the feel (and look) of the long sleeve Twilight shirt, though I got a medium and it was a bit too small so I will be returning it and have ordered a large.

I’ve known about Tracksmith for a year or so and was originally put off by what I perceived as an Ivy-league wannabe vibe, but have come to appreciate what the company is trying to do for running.

I’ll likey be ordering more items in the future when I can afford it (more twilight tees, twilight tanks, some split shorts, session pants, etc.). It is definitely more expensive than the usual running apparel I buy, but in my mind it is worth a splurge.

A word of caution: the size guide doesn’t appear consistent for items, and the medium I bought should have fit according to the sizing info, but it was a bit too tight. So if in doubt, size up.

It must be said that their products are quality. I have the Bislett pants - they're great through a range of temperatures - and the Van Cortland singlet, which feels great and didn't stick to me on summer runs in the American South.

BOA made in Brea.

Rabbit Running designed in SB and made in LA.

BOA is cheap and Rabbit a bit more pricey.

Best part is you don't look like Thurston Douchebag III.

Nice, I was wondering what their packs were like.

I like the sizing. Medium works for me. The brighton is tight, but it's supposed to be. VC tee medium is a bit loose in fact, I wouldn't size up on that.

I want to try the Fynnsen crew, but the price ruins me. Everytime I add it to the cart, I shudder how much I'm spending after throwing in some shorts and tee shirts. One item isn't bad, but add a few items and it adds up unbelievably fast.

I wish they'd have more promotions than just the blue VC singlet or more bulk pricing.

California > NE wrote:

BOA made in Brea.

Rabbit Running designed in SB and made in LA.

BOA is cheap and Rabbit a bit more pricey.

Best part is you don't look like Thurston Douchebag III.

BOA is great also. I'd use the word inexpensive, not cheap. Cheap means it falls apart. It's decent quality. Not the same level as Tracksmith, but ridiculous good value.

Another Tracksmith Fan wrote:

California > NE wrote:

BOA made in Brea.

Rabbit Running designed in SB and made in LA.

BOA is cheap and Rabbit a bit more pricey.

Best part is you don't look like Thurston Douchebag III.

BOA is great also. I'd use the word inexpensive, not cheap. Cheap means it falls apart. It's decent quality. Not the same level as Tracksmith, but ridiculous good value.

BOA shorts are great. $30 for a pair of shorts that last a handful of years. Great investment.

Yea, I wish they did more promotions. Having a free item or some sort of similar deal will definitely make me more willing to open my open (getting the VC singlet for free did help push me over the edge to make my first purchase).

*open my wallet

:|

It would be interesting to see their funding round presentations.

I respect David Perry for getting his own brand going and partnering with Adidas. The little preview even says luxury sportswear so you can't really complain about the price.

California > NE wrote:

BOA made in Brea.

Rabbit Running designed in SB and made in LA.

BOA is cheap and Rabbit a bit more pricey.

Best part is you don't look like Thurston Douchebag III.

Yeah, Rabbit and BOA don't look douchey at all...

Another Tracksmith Fan wrote:

California > NE wrote:

BOA made in Brea.

Rabbit Running designed in SB and made in LA.

BOA is cheap and Rabbit a bit more pricey.

Best part is you don't look like Thurston Douchebag III.

BOA is great also. I'd use the word inexpensive, not cheap. Cheap means it falls apart. It's decent quality. Not the same level as Tracksmith, but ridiculous good value.

I love BOA designs. Them and Soark seem to be the only people making running singlets/shorts that aren't boring as a wall. I love a little flair in design.

I wear BOA 1” neon sunkist split shorts for all my running, (except in the winter of course).

I’m considering buying a pair of Tracksmith shorts and am wondering if anyone regualrly wears their shorts, either the Twilight splits, Van Cs, or Sessions.

I am partial to the ivory twilight splits, but it kind of looks like you can see the liner through the outer layer of the shorts? Can anyone confirm this?