FOR THE record: no, track pants for men are not just a trouser style from the British or Eastern European men starter pack; they’re not merely a sartorial relic from the 1970s; and, lastly, they are not just soccer clothing. In fact, the best track pants for men are just as much a wardrobe staple as your most comfortable sweatpants or joggers. Period.

Often made of nylon or polyester material, men’s track pants offer an athletic fit with ample mobility sans getting in the way. The prototype of track pants also often comes with a tapered, streamlined profile, a lightweight feel, and zippered ankle hems for getting them on and off easily—three traits that set them apart from other pant styles.

As such, the best track pants for men will fit neatly into your fitness and sports wardrobes. But today’s track pants are versatile enough to be worn as leisurewear and even in the great outdoors; many also boast stylish designs that’ll make you look like one of the fellas from Guy Ritchie’s The Gentlemen. See it for yourself from our picks of the 20 best track pants for men below.

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