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Shorts and Skirts

user rating: 4.5 of 5 (6)
Mountain Hardwear Elkommando Kilt reviewed Feb 3, 2024
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user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Showers Pass Gravel 10" Shorts reviewed Dec 25, 2023
$89
user rating: 5 of 5 (2)
Purple Rain Adventure Dress reviewed Mar 24, 2023
$99 MSRP
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Mountain Hardwear J Tree Short reviewed Feb 6, 2023
$21 - $5,899
user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
Columbia Iron Mountain Trail Shorts reviewed Nov 30, 2022
$60 MSRP
user rating: 4 of 5 (4)
Macabi Skirt reviewed Jul 24, 2022
$85 MSRP
user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
Patagonia Stand Up Shorts 7" reviewed Mar 8, 2022
$48 - $152
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
NorSari the original nordic sari reviewed Jan 21, 2022
user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
Patagonia Dirt Craft Bike Shorts reviewed Sep 16, 2021
$17 - $224
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (3)
Gramicci Original G-Shorts reviewed May 18, 2021
$50
user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
Mountain Equipment Dynamo Skort reviewed Aug 24, 2020
$80 MSRP
user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
Blyss Running Trail Skirt reviewed Jul 15, 2020
$79 MSRP
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Arc'teryx Rampart Long Short reviewed Jul 12, 2019
$79 MSRP
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Patagonia Edge Win Skirt reviewed Aug 26, 2018
user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
Zpacks Rain Kilt reviewed Jun 20, 2018
$59 MSRP
user rating: 5 of 5 (4)
Purple Rain Adventure Skirt reviewed Nov 7, 2017
$72 MSRP
 
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Running Kilts Running Kilt reviewed Sep 14, 2017
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Enlightened Equipment Rain Wrap reviewed Jul 11, 2017
$35 MSRP
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Patagonia Happy Hike Skort reviewed Mar 9, 2017
Pearl Izumi Pursuit 7" Shorts reviewed Nov 30, 2016
$55 MSRP
user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
Under Armour ArmourVent Trail Short reviewed Sep 5, 2016
$70 MSRP
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user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Skhoop Alaska Long Down Skirt reviewed Aug 4, 2016
$199 MSRP
user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
Skhoop Gretchen Windstopper Mini Skirt reviewed Mar 3, 2016
$169 MSRP
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
The North Face Class V Trunk reviewed Jan 6, 2016
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Royal Robbins Traveler Stretch Short reviewed Aug 22, 2015
$65 MSRP
user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
JWalking Designs Mad About Plaid Active Skirt/Kilt reviewed Aug 21, 2015
$62 MSRP
user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
Patagonia Nine Trails Skirt reviewed Jun 23, 2015
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user rating: 5 of 5 (2)
Sport Kilt Hiking Kilt reviewed Apr 17, 2015
$80 MSRP
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Patagonia Baggies Skirt reviewed Apr 17, 2015
$49 MSRP
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Patagonia Quandary Skirt reviewed Apr 17, 2015
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Kühl Z Cargo Short reviewed Feb 8, 2015
$65 MSRP
RailRiders Jammin' Short reviewed Nov 11, 2014
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Sierra Designs Dricanvas Short reviewed Sep 23, 2014
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user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
Columbia Whidbey II Water Short reviewed Aug 11, 2014
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user rating: 5 of 5 (5)
Patagonia Baggies Shorts 5" reviewed Feb 3, 2022
$17 - $249
user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
Sierra Designs Silicone Trail Skirt reviewed Jun 15, 2014
$59 MSRP
user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
Mountain Hardwear Canyon Short reviewed Mar 22, 2014
user rating: 5 of 5 (3)
Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts reviewed Oct 17, 2022
$30 - $89
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Columbia Battle Ridge Short reviewed Jul 13, 2013
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (2)
The North Face Paramount Cargo Short reviewed Jul 3, 2013
user rating: 3 of 5 (1)
Craghoppers Basecamp Shorts reviewed Jul 1, 2013
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Hind Race Day Short reviewed Apr 2, 2013
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user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
The North Face Eat My Dust Skirt reviewed Nov 30, 2012
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user rating: 4 of 5 (3)
TAD Force 10 Cargo Short - NYCO Ripstop reviewed Jul 8, 2011
user rating: 2.5 of 5 (1)
Patagonia Dispatch Shorts reviewed Aug 15, 2009
discontinued
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
GoLite Slim Kickins Shorts reviewed Oct 13, 2008
$45 MSRP
discontinued
user rating: 4 of 5 (1)
Patagonia Ultra Shorts reviewed Jul 19, 2008
$55 MSRP
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (3)
Patagonia Strider Pro Short reviewed Aug 26, 2017
$23 - $229
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Recent Short/Skirt Reviews

rated 5 of 5 stars
Showers Pass Gravel 10" Shorts

The gravel shorts are made for mountain biking and double as a good pair of hiking shorts. Some cycling-related features and adjustments make these a good choice for biking. The shorts have no padding, so I liked these better with a padded undershort for longer and rougher rides. For hiking and cycling, these shorts are a winner. BASIC INFORMATION The gravel shorts are made for mountain biking. They are made from a 95% nylon/5% spandex fabric that has a nice bit of stretchiness that cyclists will… Full review

rated 5 of 5 stars
Purple Rain Adventure Dress

The Adventure Dress's weight-to-coverage and comfort are the best of all skirt or dress options for walking, hiking, backpacking, driving, around the house, and everyday wear. Not much I can add to Twig’s superb detailed review. Mandy Bland’s dress design is suited for hiking, backpacking, travel, and so many other uses. Weight is 188g (6.6 oz) for XL and 200g (7 oz) For XXL. Hangs well from shoulder-to-hem Comfortable movement Wear with or without t-shirt Overall excellent for hiking &… Full review

rated 4 of 5 stars
Columbia Iron Mountain Trail Shorts

A cheap, comfortable, basic short that looks good in town and performs acceptably, but not great, on trail. These shorts are breathable, light, and comfortable but not durable or water resistant. Fit and Comfort: Fit well without issues. This is one of these products that you just don't notice. It is roomy, has a good waist size, and the measurements seem right (If it helps, I bought the 30x10, regular fit). nice, loose fit Shorts are generally easier to get right than pants, but good job to Columbia… Full review

rated 5 of 5 stars
Mountain Hardwear J Tree Short

A super comfortable hiking short for hot and dry conditions. Excellent fit and breathability, when you’re just trying to stay cool. A good-looking pair of shorts which transition from trail to town with ease. I wear them most every day during the summer. We’ve all had it hammered into us: “Cotton kills on the backcountry.” When it gets wet, it lacks few insulating properties, and can lead to hypothermia. But I would like to propose the idea, that in certain hot and dry conditions, where… Full review

rated 2 of 5 stars
Macabi Skirt

The knee length skirt seems to be nice, but I never got to actually wear it because the sizing chart is way off. I usually wear between a medium and large pant, and the large skirt was much too tight in the waist. Customer service is not great (I repeatedly asked about getting return shipping covered due to the inaccurate size chart, and the person I was corresponding with never responded), so I decided to take my business elsewhere and went with a Houdini skirt instead.  Full review

rated 4.5 of 5 stars
Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts

Outdoor Research's updated Ferrosi fabric delivers big on comfort, stretch, and durability, but sizing and features should be considered with the Ferrosi Short. Having previously reviewed an older version of the Outdoor Research 10-inch Ferrosi Shorts, that had a strong but not particularly long life, I was excited to try their latest fabric update in the newest 7-inch model they’re offering (see my original Ferrosi Shorts review below). After a season of very frequent California trail use,… Full review

rated 4 of 5 stars
Patagonia Stand Up Shorts 7"

Sturdy 7-ounce organic cotton shorts build a nice bridge between casual wear and hiking/outdoorsy pursuits. They have a double fabric seat and generously-sized pockets front and back, metal zipper, belt loops. Highly abrasion-resistant, they last for years. On the downside, the fabric is heavy for people who want a lighter-weight pair of shorts, and they take a long time to dry. INTRODUCTION Patagonia’s Stand Up Shorts have been around for a long time. I bought my first pair in the mid-1980s and… Full review

rated 5 of 5 stars
Macabi Skirt

Great skirt to walk in. Lighter weight—I wear leggings/tights in winter. Wonderful material! Never had a skirt like this before. I love skirts no matter the activity, and these skirts are just awesome! Best I've ever had!! LOL I feel "fancy" just collecting chicken eggs wearing one. I'm older and I don't like traveling to yoga class w/just yoga pants, this skirt goes right over them. So much more comfortable than jeans and shorts. LOVE. Full review

rated 5 of 5 stars
Patagonia Baggies Shorts 5"

This prouduct is amazing, very durable, and super cute. I wear these for everything, swim trunks, running, biking, everyday wear, and on long canoe trips.  Full review

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