First impression? These joggers feel like a hug for your kid’s legs. The fleece is soft but not overly thick—perfect for California 'winter' or layering. My son (a picky 12-year-old) immediately claimed the black pair and wore them to basketball practice under his shorts. The zipper pockets held his AirPods securely, and the drawstring kept them from sagging during sprints.

The fit is spot-on for slim builds. We ordered Large (10/12), and they skim his frame without being tight—room to grow but not swimming in fabric. The cuffs stayed put during wear but did loosen slightly after washing (more on that later). Colors matched the product photos exactly—no cheap fading.

Now, the elephant in the room: pilling. After one wash (cold, inside out, no dryer), tiny balls appeared along the inner thighs. Not catastrophic, but annoying for $30 pants. Following another reviewer’s tip, I air-dried the next batch—better, but still some fuzz. If you’re buying these, treat them like 'special occasion sweats.'

Verdict? Great for gifts or occasional wear (holiday PJs upgrade!), but daily abuse might age them fast. That zippered pocket design though? *Chef’s kiss*—way cooler than losing coins in gym class.