These shorts look like 'real' rugby shorts. Very thick, durable material that will last and last. Great length, sits above the knee but fits a little at the waist. I ordered the small ones as my waist is 28 and they are definitely small with a tight elastic waistband. feel much tighter around the waist than comparable Canterbury pro shorts available for around the same price. They also don't have pockets which isn't a deal breaker for me but I wanted to share them as a lot of rugby shorts have pockets. All in all, this is a solid purchase and I would do it again.