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Browse all Aviator Nation shorts →5 STRIPE KIDS FLEX JOGGER SHORT - AMAZON
The verdict
Fit
Jogger-style shorts with elastic cuffs run true to size. Expect a tapered ankle and adjustable waist, with more structure than a regular short.
Quality
Flex nylon construction typical of the brand's kids' line. Should handle regular play, washing, and transitions from outdoor to indoor wear.
Is the price fair?
Fair for the category. Kids' athletic shorts at this price are standard; you are paying for the brand and the flex fabric.
Best for
Active children (ages 2-14) who need shorts that transition from play to casual wear.
Care
Machine wash in warm water and tumble dry on low; the elastic should retain shape with proper care.
What owners report about Aviator Nation shorts
Third-party coverage of this line runs mostly through the brand's fleece pieces broadly, which its sweat shorts share. Reviews are polarized: owners praise how soft and comfortable the cotton-poly-rayon fleece feels and note the pieces are sewn in the USA, but a recurring complaint is that the fabric can feel thin for what the brand charges. Reviewers also flag defects, dye bleed and shrinkage in the wash, and a frustrating exchange policy when something goes wrong.
- Strengths
- Owners consistently report the fleece is exceptionally soft and comfortable from first wear, with the colors and retro stripes drawing compliments.
- Watch out for
- Recurring complaints are thin-feeling fabric relative to the high price, dye bleed and shrinkage in the wash, and a difficult exchange process.
- Sizing
- Fit varies by style — reviewers report pieces running both large and snug — and several choose to size up for a roomier fit.
About Aviator Nation's shorts line as a whole. Sources: Aviator Nation Reviews 2026 - Read Before You Buy | Thingtesting · Aviator Nation Review - Must Read This Before Buying | Honest Brand Reviews · Aviator Nation Review: Clothes That'll Have You on Cloud 9 | Miss American Made