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It ain’t about the money, money, money. In this case, it really isn't. Workout shorts for less than the price of a dinner outing, you can’t go wrong with these picks from New Balance that combine aesthetics, functionality and cost less than $50 each. What are you waiting for? If you needed an upgrade to your gym-wear, you could grab the lot and have a (track-and-) field day. 

This line-up features some selected items from Klutch Athletics, a new line by NB that is made with athletes in mind. Each short features functional detailing that lifts them from everyday gym options to keepers. 

This could have come straight out of the Zoolander franchise, being tres 'derelicte' - only in the price point, of course. 

Klutch x NB Unleash Baselayer Short

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Klutch x New BalanceUnleash Baselayer Short
$50
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You have to start with the foundation. This base layer short features moisture wicking NB Dry Fabric, allowing for comfort while sweating it out. Take your gym sesh a notch higher. 

Klutch x NB Unleash Woven Short

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Klutch x New BalanceUnleash Shorts
$50
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The devil is in the detail with these shorts. Featuring zip-closure pockets and a loop to tie your towel through, you’ll be the Mr. Gadget of your local workout studio. 

Uni-ssentials French Terry Short

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New BalanceUnissentials Short
$45
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We love a good gender fluid option. This short is made of terrycloth, delivering on softness as well as style - roomy for days, adding a sense of freedom to your daily run. 

Accelerate 5 Inch Short

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New BalanceAccelerate Short
$35
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This is a relatively short short by any standards. But what it lacks in material, it makes up for in its popularity with runners - a top pick for this demographic, by way of comfortable inlays and - most important - pockets. 

Accelerate 7 Inch Short

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New BalanceAccelerate Shorts
$35
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A circular economy option for a circular running track. Made from recycled materials, this short is a whole 7 inches, for those who are bit more modest with their pin exposure. 

Klutch x NB Pregame Chill Short

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Klutch x New BalancePregame Chill Short
$50
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As the name implies, this takes the very best of short construction and combines it to deliver the best in lounge-worthy sports bottoms. Mesh construction and a drawstring closure completes a relaxed pairing to your favorite basketball jersey. 

Tournament 9 inch Short

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New BalanceTournament Short
$45
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A tennis short, modernized with basketball striping along the sides. Pockets that would make Serena Williams jelly with all the space for tennis balls you could want. 

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