Perfect for kayaking
Analise says she loves her new Northrune mid-to-low rise shorts for summer adventures.
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Analise says she loves her new Northrune mid-to-low rise shorts for summer adventures.
Kris says, “I love these shorts,” while wearing The Northrune Shorts on a yacht in Tahoe.
When it comes to vacation, everyone needs time to get away. I know for myself, I always pack way too many clothes and items, only to end up wearing the same three things over and over again. The V2 Pants are designed for exactly that kind of trip.
With the pocket fabric sewn to the full leg length and featuring 20–40% vertical stretch, it adds more flexibility for squatting and everyday activities.
Today we planted trees to help offset our carbon emissions and continue building Northrune with better practices in mind. It’s one small step in creating products with a lower impact.
Is wearing our new mid-to-low rise shorts and plans to use them for hiking and traveling this spring and summer.
The Northrune Shorts feature a forward-positioned pocket design that improves hip mobility and overall comfort. The updated construction allows for greater stretch while creating a more natural, accessible pocket opening than traditional side-seam pockets.
Inner Pocket Fabric Update
Updated inner pocket fabric for Northrune pants to a more structured feel while keeping the same black color. New fabric is higher quality and reduces wrinkling after washing and drying.
We just donated $100 to the Arbor Day Foundation to help plant trees and offset our emissions.
With 5 pockets, double-knee fabric, and a comfortable cut, the Northrune Pant is perfect for traveling.
Back Pocket Upgrade
Back pocket sewing process updated to occur before removing extra slack in the pocket. Originally, there wasn’t much slack, but this change improves durability. Each pocket is now sewn before attaching the legs, with the left and right legs sewn together for added strength.
Our first pant ever made — the Northrune Original Pant in Charcoal — seen flying to Milan.
The Moss Northrune Original Pant, worn by Tyler while traveling with a layover.
This collection introduces all-season pants—lounge, athletic, utility, and everyday—for both men and women, in natural colors, along with a range of accessories like graphic beanies and unique tops, including graphic tees. This is the biggest collection we’ve ever launched, built from customer feedback, and it will serve as the foundation of Northrune—our Core Collection.
Most people do not notice a waistband until it becomes uncomfortable. That usually happens when it starts digging in, feels too tight after a few hours, rolls over when sitting down, or creates constant pressure around the waist.
A lot of shorts are made with thick waistbands that feel heavy and restrictive. They may seem supportive at first, but over time they can become distracting.
Northrune Shorts were designed with a different approach.
We use a 1-inch elastic waistband because it creates a secure fit without the excess bulk that thicker waistbands often have. Instead of squeezing tightly around the waist, it sits more naturally and allows the shorts to move with you.
That difference matters throughout the day.
A slimmer waistband can help reduce pressure, reduce bunching, and feel lighter during movement. Whether you are walking, driving, working, or relaxing, the fit stays comfortable without needing constant adjustment.
This can be especially important for people who are more sensitive to how clothing feels.
Some people notice every seam, tag, or area of pressure. A thick waistband around the waist can feel overstimulating or irritating after long wear. Clothing should not become something you are thinking about all day.
The Northrune Shorts were built to avoid that issue.
The goal was simple: create shorts that feel comfortable for long periods of time without feeling tight, bulky, or distracting. The 1-inch waistband helps do that by providing hold without unnecessary compression.
Comfort also needs to last beyond the first few minutes of wearing something.
That is why Northrune Shorts are built for all-day use. They are made for movement, daily wear, and repeat use — not just trying on once and forgetting about later.
Every design choice was made with practicality in mind. A better waistband, a clean fit, and a more natural feel when worn.
Many brands assume thicker materials automatically mean better quality. That is not always true.
Sometimes better design comes from simplifying the parts that matter most and improving how the product actually feels in real use.
That is the thinking behind Northrune Shorts.
No bulky waistband. No unnecessary pressure. Just a comfortable fit made to be worn all day.