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Wore these to play 18 with some friends. Walked the course and almost forgot I was wearing shorts. Later went on a hike and they wicked nicely. Great athleisure wear.
These shorts are my daily go-to. Comfy, lightweight, well-wearing, and a bit of stretch. Bought 3 pairs and will buy more in a few years when this set wears through.
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July 17, 2023
The best
These are the most comfortable shorts I have ever had. I use them for all activities.
Love board shorts but miss not having pockets. These are the best of both, great for swimming or wake boarding and pockets to put your wallet and key when you dock and head to the restaurant or tiki bar!
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June 22, 2023
Versatile
From hanging around in to going out to clubs in hot weather (I live in Austin and Costa Rica). Easy to clean, even in the sink. Over 2 years, I have 3 different-colored pairs.
I wear these shots often on long walks in the city (Seattle, primarily). By long walks, I mean walks of 13K steps or about 6 miles. I'll likely wear them on summer hikes to Rainier and the North Cascades as well. They have a slightly stretchy fabric which I like. Plenty of pockets as well. For me a size 36 fits just about right for a 6-foot / ... Read More180 lb frame. The length is about perfect not too short (most important to me); nor too long. My older pair had a drawstring around the waist which I liked; frankly, I haven't opened the new pair, so I don't know if that remains. The finish is flat, not shiny. Flat is what I like. I don't swim much any longer but if I did, they could be used to swim in, especially if you were wearing a pair of quick-dry undies underneath.
I wish they made a pant version of these as well.
Lightweight and breathable. Typically Patagonia shorts/pants are slim fit and for folks with muscular thighs, I struggle with Patagonia. I sized up from a 34" to a 35" and i'm very pleased with the fit.
For the right situations, these shorts are great. They are incredibly lightweight (think sun shirt fabric) so I'm sure that they dry quickly and travel well. The trade off is that they are relatively unstructured and don't seem very durable. I do a lot of wet wading and then might stop somewhere for lunch afterward, so I bought them for t... Read Morehose types of days hoping that they could also be for daily wear. For my preference, they are good for the former, but too lightweight for the latter, if that makes sense.
I've owned 3-4 pairs of the previous version (Stretch Wavefarer Walk Shorts?) and absolutely loved them. Best shorts on the market. Ordered two pairs of these new versions from another online retailer, and they are generally just as good. Great for everything from dinners out with a polo shirt to hiking to swimming. BUT...why in the world Pata... Read Moregonia got rid of the internal drawstring is perplexing. Essentially requires the use of a nylon belt now for anything less than super casual, around-the-house wear, and can no longer easily use these as swim trunks. Big disappointment. I guess I'll keep these two new pairs, but definitely a downgrade from the previous version.
We're sharing this feedback about the waistband of this model with our design team, Jeff. Thank you for this feedback! In the meantime you may occasionally find gently-used older-model shorts on our [Worn Wear](https://wornwear.patagonia.com/) site. We're sorry the lack of drawstring has been a frustration!
April 11, 2023
Love the Fit and Feel but Ripped on first wear!
I bought these to class up my act on summery days and was excited to try them out right after purchase on a vacation to Mexico.
Fit perfectly with great stretch when on the move. I prefer a snug fit with enough play in the fabric to not pinch if the situation calls for action.
The waist fit firm but not overly tight. I could wear with or withou... Read Moret a belt. Plenary of room in my pockets for phone and wallet without being too baggy or too tight to the thigh. Love the fit.
Wore all day with no problem. They were light and airy. Temps were 80F and humid. Shorts were breathable and comfortable all day.
Unfortunately the same fabric that was light and breathable ended up ripping the first time I sat down for the night on a chair. Right in the seat! So now my shorts that were my so called dressy shorts have a big embarrassing hole. I could stitch them but then they cant be used any where but for fun activities. Bummer! But I will still wear these, just not as intended.
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April 5, 2023
Great shorts!
I purchased two or three pairs last year. The color of shorts I purchased this winter was out of stock when I bought my shorts last year. This makes it 3 or 4 pairs of these I now own. These are the best shorts I own. Why? Featherweight, breathable, and wearable for most warm-weather occasions, from lounging at home to hiking and all things in betw... Read Moreeen. Fantastic product, thank you.
The shorts feel top quality. Tried them out in the pool, and they dry super quickly. The stretch is great! I'm not 100% of a fan of the stitching on the bottom, but if that's my only gripe - they are perfect.
Wear these thong out on the boat, for hikes, swimming, golfing, you name it. The best do it all shorts I have. Quality is on par for what you'd expect.
These shorts play golf and hike in Dallas TX when in USA where they wick away sweat and look like a dress short. And the shorts are perfect in the Okavango Delta the 5 months per year they are in the bush of Botswana where there can only hand wash and hang dry and are among the thorns and dust of Africa and young elephants fresh from a mud wallow. ... Read MorePockets are great for keeping wallet, passport and phone safe for travel and when in wet or brushy areas. This is a very good true fit product
These shorts fit well, dry quickly, and are super light. Ideal for hot summers and water sports. Wish they had a drawstring like their predecessor. The zipper broke about a month and a half after purchase. Looked like the glue failed. Easy exchange process.
We're sorry to hear these were a disappointment and welcome you to return them to our [Patagonia-owned retail store locations](https://www.patagonia.com/store-locator/) or our service center. Your purchase is covered by our Ironclad Guarantee. You might prefer our Quandary Shorts or Altvia Shorts. Thanks for your review, Richard!
Great in the legs, surprised no stretch in the waist.
Good fitting in the legs - if you got some tree trunks on you, they look good. Maybe too tight for some.
Surprised the waist does not stretch - I have other patagonia shorts and was surprised the waist does not stretch. While 34 is my waist size, it would be nice when I bent down to grab another beer that the shorts were a bit forgiving ;).
Did... Read More also feel a bit tight around the nether regions. Had to find the best spot to where them on my hips to make sure everything is good down there.
Overall, good looking, good colors, stretch in the waist would be a game changer.
I purchased these shorts as I needed a pair of tan shorts I can wear on an everyday basis. These shorts are good so far, had them for a few weeks. I like the very light fabric that keeps me cool in the hot summer. These shorts seem to run a bit big. They have a loop, for keys?, that is in the rear pocket. Sometimes this look gets in the way when ta... Read Moreking out my wallet and hangs out. Overall solid shorts that I would buy again.
So airy you barely know you have them on. I have found myself wearing them everyday this summer. I have so far socialized, traveled, walked, hiked, ran, swam, coached soccer, and played tennis in them. And they looked great the whole time.
These are the perfect summer shorts, cut just right, light material that is super comfortable and nice enough to wear out to dinner, but tough enough for a hike or even a swim.
I bought two pair of these shorts over the summer (one blue and one kahki). At first I thought they might be a bit too thin to be practical for every day wearing. I was wrong. These have been perfect for a very hot summer and have been my go to throughout. Great shorts.
I was gifted these for a trip to Europe this summer (thanks mom) and I am sure glad i had them with me. They are some of the most comfortable shorts I have ever worn. They had a lightweight, stretchy and breathable fabric that performed excellently walking around town and causally biking in hot weather. The pockets are generously sized and hold gea... Read Morer without dropping the shorts off the waistline. I did not take these in the water yet but I am sure they would work well based on the material. These shorts can definitely be dressed up as well for business casual events. Big score Patagonia! Thanks for being so creative and boundary pushing.
Look like casual shorts, stretch and breathe like performance shorts. I was skeptical any shorts could do all things, but these can really go from the beach to the town without an issue. Patagonia remains undefeated in design and quality.
I love these shorts. They fit great, they look great, and nobody can tell that they are ready for a pool or the ocean. I have no complaints and I've been wearing them very regularly during this hot summer.
The material of these shorts is the perfect thickness, they are so comfy and all the colors look great. Ive been wearing them all summer, perfect for an impromptu swim cause these things dry fast! The length is great to a little above the knee not too long not too short!
Material is light, stretchy, and comfortable. I like them very much. They run a little big.
The one sight negative is that the material has a tendency to snag and pull threads easily.
Absolutely great pair of shorts for casual wear. Technically a board short so you can go into the water with them but I strictly use them for casual wear in hot and humid weather. Shorts are very light, thin, and soft so it feels great even when it's hot outside. Also great for when you spill liquids or sauces on yourself, easier to wipe off t... Read Morehan other shorts even though it won't be 100% stain free.
Perfect boardshort subsitute when you need pockets
tldr; Buy them, they are great. wash and dry with no change in size.
- They are a light material so nice on hot days.
- I'll be wearing these shorts for everything: swimming, windsurfing, walking, golfing, sitting around, working, you name it.
- I got these over board shorts because I don't have time to change when i take my kids to the... Read More beach, and I want pockets.
With hot and humid weather in Houston they are
the best shorts to wear in this type of weather.
Great fit , good pockets, dry fast and discreet brand lable .
These are much more walk shorts than surf shorts. The waist is a simple button closure, like hiking shorts, so as they stretch with wear or getting wet there is no way to tighten the waist other than to wear a belt. So if you are looking for board shorts with more pockets, these aren't really that. They are really just quick dry hiking shorts.... Read More For that purpose, though, the fit and feel are great.
Hi Todd, sorry to hear that the Hydropeak Hybrid Walk Surf Shorts weren't what you were expecting. We do have the [Men's Hydropeak SP Boardshorts - 19"](https://www.patagonia.com/product/mens-hydropeak-sp-boardshorts-19-inch/86465.html?dwvar_86465_color=TIWI) that are solely made for surf and have a tie front, that might be just what you're looking for!
June 9, 2022
Very light ideal for hot weather
Living in Houston with hot and humid weather these pants are great . Got 4 of them and are now my favorite . Have been using Patagonia clothes
almost exclusively for over 10 years and very satisfied with their products
These are without a question the best all around shorts I have ever owned. I wear them for everything. They are professional enough to wear to work while also being perfect for casual activities like hiking.
Great shorts for warm weather climates and the beach
Love the fit on these shorts. I'm 6'1, 183lbs and the 34 fits me perfect. They look and feel great for casual wear. I have not yet worn them in the water yet. They don't appear as durable for water sports as some of the Patagonia trunks I've worn but certainly are prefect to jump in the ocean/pond/lake... Bought 2 pairs
Love these shorts. I have purchase several of these over the years. This current model is not as stretchy but they no longer sag because of that. Which is a great improvement. They don't take that much space or weight in the luggage. They also dry really fast. This makes them a travel essential.
These shorts look good, feel even better and have enough pockets for me to do just about everything! The khaki color is perfecly neutral for my skin tone. The shorts fit me through the hips and thighs nicely, allowing full range of uninhibited motion. The pockets are very discreet and deep enough to hold wallets, phones, etc. They are a new favorit... Read Moree of mine!
First off, sizing is perfect. I wear a 33 waist, which can be hard to find and I often have to battle with whether I should go 32 or 34, but these fit perfect. The length is a bit above my knees, which is what I wanted. These are labeled slim fit but I do not know what that is supposed to mean because they are very baggy. I do not have twig legs, a... Read Morend I do not mind that they are baggy (helps with range of motion), it was just not what I expected from slim fit shorts.
The fabric is not very stretchy considering it is 13% spandex. The fabric has a very tight weave and it doesnt give a whole lot in any direction.
Overall I love these shorts and they are now my favorite pair. I have never spent so much for one pair of shorts but these were worth it.
Bought two pair and liked them enough to get a third pair. Very comfortable and functional. Im looking forward to see how they perform in the water. Like other technical fibrin it stains easily- Ill remember that chunk of bratwurst hitting my new shorts every time I wear them now.
We're glad to hear these are working well for you! As for the stain, we recommend you take a look at our excellent [Product Care guide](https://www.patagonia.com/product-care.html) and see if you can use a combination of dishwashing liquid or a powdered laundry detergent. Be sure to skip the dryer as that will set the stain forever.
May 4, 2022
Great all around shorts!
These are great for the summer so you are ready for whatever life throws at you!
These shorts really deliver the multi-function promise of being hybrid casual/surf/swim/everyday shorts all in one. Fabric has great 4 way stretch, beads water, and dries quickly. I expect these will be a great addition for summer road trips when packing minimally can be really helpful.
Very comfortable and light weight. Appreciate the utility of the short. Looks good for casual wear but can be worn for various active endeavors as well.
These shorts are perfect. I spend a lot of time working on a boat and they are super comfortable and have great mobility. They dry quick and look great off the water. Ill probably us then for bouldering as well in the summer
Really fast drying, very well made. I really like a board short with a full set of pockets that you can wear just about anywhere doing almost anything.