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Browse all ESSENTIALS sweatpants →Active Trace Relaxed Sweatpant
The verdict
Fit
Expect a relaxed fit with slightly more tapering than the classic style, aimed at a more active silhouette while staying loose through the leg.
Quality
The "Active" naming suggests some technical intent, but without stated performance fabric details, the standard fleece feel is more likely than true activewear performance.
Is the price fair?
$150 is high if genuine athletic performance fabric is the expectation; it reads more like the brand's usual sweatpant premium than a technical upgrade.
Best for
Shoppers wanting a slightly more tapered silhouette from this brand for casual, low-intensity wear rather than serious training.
Care
Wash cold; if it does include any performance finish, skip fabric softener, which can coat and reduce it.