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Men's Hiking and Climbing Shorts

Mountain Khakis Alpine Utility Short - Men's

Some people wonder why hiking shorts need to be so durable. For those who know the answer, there's the Mountain Khakis Men's Alpine Utility Shorts.

* Available Sizes:30x11, 32x11, 34x11, 36x11, 38x11, 40x11, 42x11
ON SALE:
$41.97 (30% off)

Marmot Blast Short - Men's

Inspired by the classic board short but built for all day comfort from the cliffs to the trails, the Marmot Men’s Blast Short features stretchy fabric and a gusseted crotch to allow for full range of motion during any of your high-output activities.

* Available Sizes:38
ON SALE:
$32.48 (50% off)

Arc'teryx Preceda Short - Men's

Need one pair of shorts to do it all? Thanks to its four-way stretch and comfortable athletic cut, the Arc’teryx Men’s Preceda Short is ready for rock climbing, trail running, or a casual rest-day hike.

* Available Sizes:S, M, XL, XXL
Price:
$88.95

KUHL Eiger Short - Men's

Named for the tough-to-tackle peak in the Swiss Alps, the KUHL Men's Eiger Short combines heavy-duty construction with built-to-last comfort and functionality.

* Available Sizes:S, M
ON SALE:
$47.96 (20% off)

Arc'teryx Palisade Short - Men's

Arc'teryx pulled out all the stops to make the Men's Palisade Shorts a great pick for climbing and hiking.

* Available Sizes:38
Price:
$84.95

Sickle Merced Short - Men's

Climb all morning wearing the Sickle Men's Merced Shorts and take a cooling dip in the river when the mid-day heat chases you off the rocks.

Available Sizes:S
ON SALE:
$23.98 (50% off)

The North Face Paramount Cargo Short - Men's

Wear The North Face Men's Paramount Cargo Short on a day hike or around town.

* Available Sizes:L/Reg, M/Reg, S/Reg, XL/Reg, XXL/Reg
ON SALE:
$34.83 (23% off)

Columbia Fusion Short - Men's

The Columbia Men’s Fusion Short uses a blend of cotton and nylon for quick-drying performance and a UPF treatment to protect you from the sun.

Available Sizes:30x11, 30x14, 32x11, 34x11, 34x14, 36x11, 36x14, 38x11, 38x14, 40x11, 40x14, 42x11, 42x14, 44x11, 44x14
ON SALE:
$19.98 (50% off)

Arc'teryx Rampart Long Short - Men's

Arc'teryx made the Men's Rampart Long Shorts for climbers and hikers who demand total range of motion.

* Available Sizes:30, 32, 34, 36, 38
Price:
$68.95

prAna Mojo Shorts - Men's

A dip in that mountain stream after a hot, sweaty climb won't phase the prAna Mojo Shorts. These shorts' lightweight fabric dries quickly.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L, XL, XXL
Price:
$39.95

Ex Officio Nomad Short - Men's

Wander the world while wearing your Ex Officio Men's Nomad Shorts. These regular-fit shorts pack easily, resist stains and wrinkles, and dry quickly.

Available Sizes:S, M, L, XL, XXL
ON SALE:
$39.96 (20% off)

Columbia Trail and Travel Short - Men's

The Columbia Men’s Trail and Travel Short includes a gusseted crotch to help you move freely whether you’re hiking or climbing.

* Available Sizes:30, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44
ON SALE:
$22.48 (50% off)

Mountain Hardwear Palisade Short - Men's

The lightweight and durable Mountain Hardwear Men’s Palisade Short takes on everything from a day of working on the cabin to a quick day hike up a local peak.

* Available Sizes:30, 32, 34, 36, 38
ON SALE:
$39.96 (20% off)

prAna Stretch Zion Short - Men's

The Stretch Zion Short from prAna wants to climb, hike and play all summer long.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L, XL, XXL
ON SALE:
$50.96 (15% off)

Arc'teryx Tactician Short - Men's

* Available Sizes:S, M, L, XL, XXL
Price:
$58.95

Ex Officio Amphi Short - Men's

Ex Officio's Amphi Shorts for Men will bring out your primordial amphibious nature. Ex Officio used fast-drying Nycot because they know that sometimes you just can't resist a jump in the lake.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L, XL, XXL
ON SALE:
$49.46 (10% off)

Columbia Powers Vertical Short - Men's

The Columbia Men’s Powers Vertical Short won’t give you X-ray vision or help you fly, but they will feel comfortable and wick moisture while you hike, climb, or just hang out outdoors.

Available Sizes:32x11, 36x11, 38x11, 40x11, 42x11, 44x11
ON SALE:
$19.98 (50% off)

prAna Nemesis Knicker - Men's

Thanks to stretchy, durable, and quick-drying fabric, the prAna Men's Nemesis Knickers cover your ass (and knees) for seasons of hardcore climbing.

* Available Sizes:S, L, XL
ON SALE:
$47.96 (20% off)

Columbia Omni-Dry Silver Ridge II Cargo Short - Men's

When you get out of town for a backpacking trip, pack the technical Columbia Men's Omni-Dry Silver Ridge II Cargo Shorts for comfort on the trail.

* Available Sizes:L/10, M/10, XL/10
ON SALE:
$31.46 (10% off)

Arc'teryx Spotter Long Short - Men's

Durable cotton canvas construction makes the Arc'teryx Men's Spotter Long Shorts tough enough to last seasons of agro approaches and all-day bouldering sessions.

* Available Sizes:30, 32, 34, 36, 38
Price:
$68.95

Columbia Omni-Dry Venture II Short - Men's

Columbia built the Men’s Omni-Dry Venture II Shorts for backcountry forays and travel adventures.

* Available Sizes:L/10, S/10, XL/10
ON SALE:
$23.98 (50% off)

Patagonia Sender Short - Men's

From a three-move boulder problem to a multi-pitch granite trad climb, the Patagonia Sender Short helps you get after it thanks to the durable nylon canvas fabric and unrestricting gusseted crotch.

Available Sizes:30, 32, 36, 38
ON SALE:
$35.00 (50% off)

Marmot Delta Short - Men's

With its quick-drying nylon fabric and built-in mesh brief, the Marmot Men’s Delta Short is ideal for fast-paced days of climbing, backpacking, or running.

Available Sizes:S, XL, XXL
ON SALE:
$17.48 (50% off)

Merrell Navigator Short - Men's

Pull on the Merrell Men’s Navigator Short and head out for your next hike or campout prepared. Cotton ripstop withstands grabby branches and a relaxed eleven-inch inseam protects your legs.

Available Sizes:28, 30, 34, 40
ON SALE:
$24.98 (50% off)

Outdoor Research Equinox Shorts - Men's

Take advantage of the lightweight comfort of the Outdoor Research Equinox Men's Shorts when you hit the trail on a beautiful bluebird day.

Available Sizes:30, 32, 34, 38
ON SALE:
$43.96 (20% off)

Marmot Cruz Short - Men's

Regardless of if you’re a backpacker, hiker, climber, or traveler, you need a quick-drying, lightweight short like the Marmot Men’s Cruz Short.

Available Sizes:30, 36, 38
ON SALE:
$28.77 (40% off)

Sickle Crux Short - Men's

Pull through the crux, clip the anchors, and cross another hard climb off your tick-list in the comfortable Sickle Men's Crux Shorts.

* Available Sizes:S
ON SALE:
$24.98 (50% off)

Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts - Men's

From the backcountry trails to the roadside crags, the Outdoor Research Men’s Ferrosi Short gives you quick-drying and stretchy comfort.

* Available Sizes:S, XL
Price:
$64.95

Salomon Vertigo Short - Men's

The Salomon Men’s Vertigo Short sports a quick-drying, moisture-wicking, UV blocking fabric so technical that it’ll make your head spin. Hit the crag on that sunny day without fear of nasty sunburn thanks to this thoughtfully designed short.

Available Sizes:38
ON SALE:
$22.48 (50% off)

Sickle Mountain Short - Men's

Throw on the Sickle Men’s Mountain Short before your next adventure in the wild. This versatile short’s triple-stitched seams provide burly durability for when you hike, climb, and camp.

Available Sizes:M
ON SALE:
$35.97 (40% off)

Mountain Hardwear Kurtis Short - Men's

Unpack the Mountain Hardwear Men's Kurtis Shorts and head out to explore the sights on your summer vacation.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L, XL, XXL
ON SALE:
$39.96 (20% off)

Mountain Hardwear Palisade Short - Men's

Pull on the Mountain Hardwear Men's Palisade Shorts and enjoy an afternoon hike. Then pick up your sweetheart with surprise tickets to an outdoor concert.

* Available Sizes:30.0, 32.0, 34.0, 36.0
ON SALE:
$16.78 (60% off)

Mountain Hardwear Runout Short - Men's

The Mountain Hardwear Men's Runout Short is engineered for hard climbing. Heavy-duty Crag Canvas looks new after dragging it against the most abrasive rock you can find.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L, XL, XXL
ON SALE:
$39.96 (20% off)

Mountain Hardwear Canyon Short - Men's

With fabric that wicks your sweat away, the Mountain Hardwear Men's Canyon Shorts keep you dry all day long.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L, XL, XXL
ON SALE:
$35.96 (20% off)

Mountain Hardwear Escalade Short - Men's

Two points about the Mountain Hardwear Men's Escalade Shorts: First, they are some seriously tough climbing shorts. Second, they are not named after your neighbor's chromed-out gas guzzler.

* Available Sizes:S, L, XL
ON SALE:
$25.98 (60% off)

Mountain Hardwear Coolidge Trunk - Men's

The Mountain Hardwear Men's Coolidge Trunk secures our climbing vote with a generously gusseted crotch and stretch panels for mobility.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L, XL, XXL
ON SALE:
$51.96 (20% off)

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