What To Look For
The basic thing to look for when buying a pair of tennis shorts is the style. A tennis skort is a style for women that consists of a pair of shorts with a flap that extends over the front to resemble a skirt. Tailored tennis shorts and Bermuda tennis shorts are available for both men and women. Bermuda shorts are often made of polyester, feature a longer length and have an elastic waistband. Tailored shorts are shorter than Bermuda shorts, fit closer to the body and are typically made of cotton.
Common Pitfalls
When shopping for tennis shorts, it's important to try the shorts on and check the fit against your own body. The shorts shouldn't reach your knees. Longer shorts inhibit your movement on the tennis courts and make it difficult to move smoothly. You should also avoid fabrics that don't breathe--choose fabrics like Lycra, nylon and cotton. They help keep your body from overheating during game play.
Where To Buy
Shopping in person gives you the chance to try on tennis shorts, check the fit and see how the shorts move with your body. You also have the chance to examine the quality or construction of the shorts. However, you may have problems finding tennis shorts in your area during the cooler months. Shopping online gives you more options when it comes to brands and manufacturers. You'll also find larger sizes, which may not be available from stores in your area. Check both specialty tennis stores and sporting goods stores.
Cost
The best tennis shorts are fairly inexpensive. As of 2010, the Adidas Striker tennis shorts retail for just $15. The Brushed Aqueduct tennis shorts from Adidas retail for $45. These shorts feature special wicking that helps keep moisture and sweat from sticking to your legs. The Dri-Fit tennis shorts from Nike feature a similar system but sell for $35. The best quality tennis shorts shouldn't cost more than $50.
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