Seriously, if I'm gonna be a sticking this hockey butt of mine up in the air during yoga class doing a down dog, shoulder stand, or handstand, well then I better have me some strong ass shorts to canvass my BEHIND so I don't put on a free show!
Thank you Lululemon Carlsbad for keeping my crack in check!
I'm a hella big fan of high *end* (ahem) "technical fiber" athletic clothing. Pearl Izumi and Sugoi ROCK for cycling/triathlon/running apparel while Arcteryx, Aether, and Marmot are my favorites for outdoor wear. Then comes Lululemon, who I rely on to cover my back, literally! It's state of the art yoga clothing that you can also wear for other stuff too, score!
Technical Fibers do not come cheap when it comes to outstanding sports apparel manufacturing. The fabrics are very expensive and they don't make a whole lot of them. Add to that they can be difficult to sew which increases the product wastage. Athletes and non-athletes alike rely on such clothes to be strong, flexible, quick drying, wick moisture away from the skin, odor free, functional, and most of all, DURABLE...I'd seriously rather pay more money and have a few pairs of shorts/tops knowing that I can rely on them day after day! After purchasing Lululemon's "Five Year T-Shirt" I can honestly say that it's the most comfortable, and most expensive tee I've ever worn! Will it really last 60 months? I don't know but probably not because my friends keep trying to steal it from me, grr!!!
Any guy who attends Bikram, Ashtanga, Anusara, etc yoga classes will tell you that there's a dearth of men's clothing to be found that will allow you to be your best on a sticky mat. Sure you can go to the Old Navy and pick up shorts and a tank to wear in class for under $20. Problem is that said duds need to hold up during vigorous stretches and lengthy poses. If you're doing hot yoga, whatever you're wearing also needs to dry quickly, be very light, and the fibers should be treated so they don't retain the bacteria and oils from your sweat. I mean, UGH, how many times have you been stuck next to someone in class and they stank?! You try to keep that pleasant look on your face as you s l o w l y begin inching your mat to the other side of the room!!!
The staff at Lululemon Carlsbad really know their stuff and have always been super helpful/friendly. On my last visit I scored a pair of their awesome "Cadence Shorts" which are perfect for trial running and hiking. The salesperson was instantly there to help me, was super helpful without being pushy, and was way diplomatic about their sizing. Even though I usually buy a 31 or 32, she said the shorts ran small and suggested a size 34. WTH? I've NEVER worn a 34! So did I listen to her and try them on before buying them? Of course NOT (I am a guy after all)! When I came back the next day to exchange them she already had a pair of 34's set aside behind the counter waiting for me!
Most of all, Lululemon is committed to the community! They offer free special events and even complimentary yoga classes for all levels in their stores. My friends who ran this year's "Rock and Roll Marathon" in San Diego all loved the store's cheering section on the sidelines too!
Many thanks Lululemon Carlsbad for making sure my "half moon" pose doesn't MOON all of my fellow yogis in class!
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