
Nike
5" Blue/grey/red Trim Boxer Briefs Essential Micro 3-Pack
This Nike Essential Micro 3-pack contains three men's boxer briefs with a 5-inch inseam, crafted from soft stretch microfiber in a recycled polyester blend. The Dri-FIT technology wicks moisture to keep you dry, while the elastic waistband and double-layered front provide support. User reviews note the breathable, durable microfiber material, though some mention a snug fit, making them suitable for workouts and daily wear.
- Color
- Blue/Grey/Red Trim
- Material
- Recycled polyester blend microfibre
- Gender
- male
- Style
- casual, sporty
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Underwear
Color
Size
Specifications
Pack of three soft stretch microfibre boxer briefs with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking technology and a double-layered front.
Dri-FIT technology, double layered front, elastic waistband, 5-inch inseam
- Color
- Blue/Grey/Red Trim · blue
- Material
- Recycled polyester blend microfibre
- Secondary
- elastane
- Style
- casual, sporty
- Occasion
- everyday
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Underwear
Additional Attributes
- Soft stretch microfibre in a recycled polyester blend
- Dri-Fit technology wicks away moisture
- Elastic waistband
- Double layered at the front
- Three boxer briefs per package
- 5-inch inseam
- Blue/grey/red trim
Product Insights
Nike's Essential Micro 3-Pack boxer briefs, priced at 63 CAD, utilize a Dri-FIT microfiber (92% reprocessed polyester) that wicks sweat and dries three times faster than cotton, with four-way stretch for mobility. However, the slim, compressive fit with a 5-inch inseam may run tight in the thighs, and the flat modesty panel is not contoured. While the fabric retains shape and dries quickly, buyers report that newer versions have declined in comfort and durability, and air drying is recommended to preserve elasticity as machine drying can degrade it.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Slim, compressive fit with a 9.75-inch rise and 5-inch inseam; runs tight in the thighs; pouch lies flat.
- Care
- Air drying preserves fabric stretch; machine drying on low heat may degrade elasticity.
- Fabric performance
- Dri-FIT microfiber wicks sweat and dries faster than cotton, with 4-way stretch.
- Quality consistency
- Buyers report changed material in newer versions reduces comfort and durability.
- Durability
- Four-way stretch fabric dries 3x faster than cotton and retains shape, but some users report quality decline in newer versions.
- Drying method
- Air drying preserves elasticity; machine drying reduces it.
- Quick drying
- Fabric dries in about a third the time of cotton.
- Performance vs cotton
- Microfiber is preferred for moisture-wicking and durability over cotton.
- Material
- 92% reprocessed polyester, a recycled material.
- Overall preference
- Buyers prefer microfiber but warn of quality decline in newer versions.
- Inseam length
- 5-inch inseam is 2 inches shorter than the standard 7-inch boxer brief.
- Front pouch
- Flat modesty panel, not contoured; four-way stretch provides comfortable daily fit.
- Grip and hold
- 1.375-inch leg hems and 1.5-inch waistband create a compressive grip that prevents ride-up.
Product record
- Title
- 5" Blue/grey/red Trim Boxer Briefs Essential Micro 3-Pack
- Brand
- Nike
- Price
- 63 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Three black boxer briefs stacked front-facing, each with a distinct colored elastic waistband (red, blue, light grey) printed with white NIKE wordmark and swoosh; visible front pouch seams and flatlock stitching on a smooth stretch fabric.
- Stacked layoutThree boxer briefs are arranged in a staggered stack so the waistbands are visible in tiers (red at back, blue center, light grey front) and the frontmost brief is centered and fully visible to mid-thigh.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.03 · w 0.92 · h 0.88 (high) - Main fabricBody fabric is smooth black stretch material with a matte finish and subtle drape over the legs.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.22 · w 0.88 · h 0.66 (high) - Waistband - redTopmost elastic waistband is solid red with a repeating white wordmark and swoosh.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.02 · w 0.90 · h 0.11 (high) - Waistband - blueMiddle elastic waistband is solid medium blue with a repeating white wordmark and swoosh.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.16 · w 0.88 · h 0.12 (high) - Waistband - light greyFront elastic waistband is light grey with a repeating white wordmark and swoosh.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.30 · w 0.80 · h 0.12 (high) - Front pouch and seamsCenter front has a contoured pouch with vertical stitching and visible flatlock seams that run along the pouch and down the inner thigh.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.36 · w 0.24 · h 0.48 (high) - Leg hem stitchingLower leg openings show a folded hem with visible stitching lines following the leg contours.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.72 · w 0.88 · h 0.16 (high) - Applied logo - small swooshSmall white swoosh logo is printed on the lower right front of the visible brief near the hem.
1 region
x 0.76 · y 0.73 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Waistband text top“NIKE”
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.03 · w 0.56 · h 0.08 (high) - Waistband text middle“NIKE”
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.17 · w 0.60 · h 0.09 (high) - Waistband text front“NIKE”
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.31 · w 0.54 · h 0.09 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light grey background with even diffuse lighting; image centered and cropped to show full visible front brief and overlapping waistbands.
- BackgroundUniform light grey background filling the frame.
- Shot compositionFront-facing product photograph with briefs centered horizontally and vertical stacking creating visible tiers of waistbands.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.02 · w 0.92 · h 0.96 (high) - Lighting and shadowsEven diffuse lighting with soft shadows under the hem and slight shading that defines fabric folds.
Colors
black· main fabric#0D0D0Edeep red· waistband (red)medium blue· waistband (blue)#758BEAlight grey· waistband (light grey)#C5C4CDwhite· printed text and logos- Stacked layoutThree boxer briefs are arranged in a staggered stack so the waistbands are visible in tiers (red at back, blue center, light grey front) and the frontmost brief is centered and fully visible to mid-thigh.
- 02

Product
Front three-quarter view of a male model wearing black boxer briefs with a wide purple elastic waistband that shows white 'NIKE' branding and a white swoosh; briefs have a center front seam and a small blue swoosh on the left thigh.
- Silhouette and fitForm-fitting mid-thigh boxer briefs shown on a male torso, with a contoured front pouch and a snug elastic waistband sitting at the hips.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.54 · w 0.72 · h 0.38 (high) - Waistband constructionWide elastic waistband in a purple tone with repeated white 'NIKE' wordmark and white swoosh icons printed around it.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.44 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high) - Front seam detailVisible vertical center front seam running down the pouch and additional topstitched panel seams on the front of the briefs.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.58 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high) - Left thigh logoSmall blue swoosh logo printed on the lower left thigh area of the briefs.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.76 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte knit fabric with fine stretch; surface shows no visible texture or patterns.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.56 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (medium) - Waistband text“NIKE”
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.44 · w 0.38 · h 0.09 (high)
Other
Lifestyle studio photograph showing a cropped male model from chin to mid-thigh against a neutral light gray background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionCropped three-quarter frontal lifestyle shot showing model's torso and upper legs; head partially visible and turned to the model's left.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingEven, neutral light gray background with soft studio lighting that produces gentle shadows under the model's arms and legs.
- Model poseRight arm bent across the abdomen with left arm hanging down; fingers of left hand visible at lower right of frame.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.36 · w 0.46 · h 0.50 (high)
Colors
purple· waistbandblack· briefs body#0D0C0Ewhite· waistband textbright blue· left thigh logo- Silhouette and fitForm-fitting mid-thigh boxer briefs shown on a male torso, with a contoured front pouch and a snug elastic waistband sitting at the hips.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a model wearing black boxer briefs with a purple elastic waistband showing white NIKE wordmark and two white swoosh logos centered on the back.
- Overall silhouetteRear-facing boxer brief garment fitted to the model with mid-thigh length legs and a smooth, uninterrupted black fabric body.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.58 · w 0.68 · h 0.33 (high) - Waistband constructionElastic exposed waistband sits at the model's natural waistline, about one band height; seam visible at center back.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.55 · w 0.64 · h 0.10 (high) - Waistband graphicsRepeated white NIKE wordmark and two white swoosh logos printed on the purple waistband; right-side wordmark is partially visible/cropped.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.57 · w 0.60 · h 0.08 (high) - Leg hem detailFolded hem on each leg band with a single line of stitching visible, matching black fabric.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.86 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, slightly matte knit fabric with minimal surface texture and slight tension lines across the seat and upper thigh.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.64 · w 0.40 · h 0.28 (high) - Text - full wordmark“NIKE”
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.57 · w 0.14 · h 0.08 (high) - Text - partial wordmark“NI”Partial
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.57 · w 0.14 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio back-quarter shot of a male model from the waist up to mid-thigh showing the rear of the garment against a light neutral background with soft even lighting.
- Model poseModel stands with back toward camera, head turned slightly left, arms relaxed at sides; full back and shoulders visible.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.03 · w 0.88 · h 0.92 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light grey to white studio background with soft even lighting and faint shadowing on the model's left side.
- Image crop and framingImage framed to include model from upper neck to mid-thigh; feet and head top are cropped out.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
black· body fabric#0D0C0Fmedium purple· waistband background#6463CBwhite· waistband text and logos- Overall silhouetteRear-facing boxer brief garment fitted to the model with mid-thigh length legs and a smooth, uninterrupted black fabric body.
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
3 threads · r/malefashionadvice, r/MensUnderwearGuideReddit feedback on Nike Essential Micro boxer briefs is mixed: some appreciate the breathable microfiber material for workouts, while others criticize the tight, constrictive fit and declining quality.
Positive comments focus on the microfiber version's moisture-wicking and durability; negative comments highlight tightness, especially for non-sport use, and recent quality drops.
Themes
Use Cases
- Workout/exercise
- Daily wear
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Calvin Klein
Nike micro briefs are compared to Calvin Klein; some find Nike more constricting, while others note similar cuts.
Source Threads
User notes decline in Nike underwear quality
Reviews on amazon shows that quality is not what it used to be. :( shame because I am desp looking for a new fav brand since my current fav selection (nike) is needing some replacement after a few years and the newer versions seem to have a change in material I dislike. Why is it so difficult to find mens underwear that is comfortable, doesn’t ride up if you have thicker thighs and holds its quality over the years.
u/Still-Barracuda-1984r/malefashionadviceView thread →
User prefers Nike microfiber briefs for breathability and durability
The microfibres ones are my go to - decent pouch, keep you fresh & dry easy to wash and dry and seem to last better than cotton. Love them
u/Jocksuitr/MensUnderwearGuideView thread →
Comment identifies the product as Essential Micro Briefs and describes fit
Essential Micro Briefs I believe. In pictures it looks like there is a bit of space, but it sits flat, oddly
u/[deleted]r/MensUnderwearGuideView thread →