Training Trousers adidas

Adi Dassler, the three stripes and rugby

The brand gets its name from Adi Dassler, short for Adolf Dassler, who registered it in 1949 in Herzogenaurach, Bavaria. The three stripes, initially stitched onto the sides of shoes for reinforcement, can now be found along the legs of its training pants. In rugby, adidas has been dressing New Zealand since 1999 and supplied the French national team from 1986 to 1998, then from 2012 to 2018, before becoming its kit supplier again in 2024. Few brands have supported two major rugby nations for such a long time.

Other brands

Training pants are also available from:

• Nike.
• Under Armour.
• Puma.
• Le Coq Sportif.
• Canterbury.
• Kappa.
• Gilbert.

All training pants can be found on the training pants page.

Aeroready and tapered fit: a bottom made for running

On training pants adidas, the Aeroready fabric manages moisture to keep the skin dry during warm-ups and drills. Combined with a tapered fit that narrows gradually down to the ankles, it provides a bottom that doesn’t flap during restart runs and doesn’t get caught on the studs. Zipped pockets, when the model has them, keep keys and phones secure while traveling with the team, and an elastic waistband with a drawstring ensures a snug fit during sprints.

Size and leg length: the right references

Training pants are chosen first by waist size, then by leg length. adidas indicates its sizes with letters, and the elastic waistband accommodates a slight discrepancy between two measurements. Larger builds should check the inseam: pants that are too short ride up above the ankle in a scrum or lunge position, letting in the cold. For care, a wash at thirty degrees, with the pants turned inside out, protects the printed or thermofused stripes from rubbing against the drum, and air drying preserves the elasticity of the waist.

Good deals

Good deals can be found in good plans, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped within 24 hours are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The key moments of the year follow a stable order: the Black Friday in late autumn, the end-of-year holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, and then the summer sales and back-to-school season.

Frequently asked questions

Does the adidas trefoil still have a place on training kits?

The trefoil, which appeared in the early seventies, is now reserved for retro-inspired collections. Technical outfits, including training pants, feature the logo with the three angled stripes, introduced in the early nineties.

Why are there zips at the bottom of the legs?

They widen the ankle opening to put on or take off the pants without removing studded shoes. It’s a practical detail when getting off the bench to enter the game, or at the end of the warm-up.

Do adidas pants run large?

The fit depends on the cut: a tapered model feels closer to the body than a straight model of the same size. Between two sizes, players with developed thighs, often forwards, choose the next size up to maintain ease in lunges.

Does an Aeroready pant protect against rain?

No, Aeroready manages sweat but is not waterproof. In a downpour, polyester dries quickly after the session; for a whole training session in the rain, wearing a water-repellent bottom over it remains the best solution.

Training pants or tracksuit pants: what’s the difference?

Training pants, lighter and tapered, support the effort. Tracksuit pants, often sold with the matching jacket, are worn mainly before and after the session or during travel with the team, when comfort and style are sought.