Olympus Lightweight Short - Past Season - Men's
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A perfect companion for desert trails and dusty crags, our Olympus Lightweight Short features everything we need for warm-weather outings. We built it with lightweight, quick-drying fabric, and it keeps us cool and dry during tricky ascents. Built-in stretch guarantees full mobility with every step.
Details
- Final Sale
- Lightweight technical shorts for desert hikes and summer climbs
- Quick-wicking material keeps you cool and dry in the heat
- Gusseted crotch and stretch construction offer unrestricted mobility
- Reflective hits add an element of safety when you're out late
- Zippered pocket keeps smaller valuables from getting lost
- Internal drawcord provides a secure, adjustable fit
- Item #BCCZ229
- Material
- 80% nylon, 20% spandex
- Fit
- regular
- Length
- knee
- Inseam
- 9in
- Pockets
- 2 hand, 1 zippered stash
- Waist
- elastic, adjustable
- Gusseted Crotch
- yes
- Claimed Weight
- [medium] 5oz
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited lifetime
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 23 ratings
Review Summary
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageMarch 24, 2022
Favorite Shorts!
- Size Bought:
- S
- Height:
- 5' 11"
- Weight:
- 160
Some of my favorite shorts for all things, Going to the Gym, Hanging out outside, Hanging around the house! Great all around! 30" Waist size Small
August 18, 2021
3rd version, not getting better
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- L
- Height:
- 5' 11"
- Weight:
- 170
I bought a couple pairs of these shorts a few years ago. They are real comfortable and still holding up. The sizing changed for the 2nd version and I had to size up. Decided to get a couple more pairs of this version. The material has changed but still does a great job shedding water. Big negative changes though are the very shallow pockets including the zipper pocket on the right side. The hand pockets can really be used to store anything and the zipper pocket at best could hold a car key. Don't know why Backcountry made these changes. All and all they are good shorts for being active and are very lightweight. Would only buy when on sale.
June 21, 2021
Fall apart quickly
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- M
- Height:
- 5' 8"
- Weight:
- 165
After a long break from Backcountry-branded gear, I wanted to try these shorts out as they were on sale and had pretty good reviews. My initial reaction to these shorts was really positive and I contemplated buying a second pair. Unfortunately, after three washes on delicate (and hang drying), the bottom seams have become unglued.
June 6, 2021
Great, except pockets
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
Lightweight, comfortable, great fit. However, there?s no back pocket and the front pockets are really small.
June 4, 2021
A+ Shorts
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
These shorts are the bee's knees! They're great for literally almost any summer adventure. They're lightweight, pretty darn durable, dry out very quickly, and super comfortable. If you don't own a pair, I highly suggest you change that.
June 2, 2021
Great Shorts
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Size Bought:
- Medium
- Height:
- 5' 10"
- Weight:
- 180
I was hesitant to buy these given the price, but I am so glad that I did. I even bought a 2nd pair in a different color. These are way more than just typical "gym style shorts." They are lightweight but seem to be very durable. They are not baggy but they aren't restrictive. They are perfect for lounging, working out, hiking, or whatever. Highly recommended.
May 13, 2021
Nice light material
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- Small
- Height:
- 5' 8"
- Weight:
- 150
Overall, I like this short. This is my second pair. My first pair was 1-2 years older. I like the updates to the waste band that make it a bit more substantial. The update that I don't care for as much is the zippered "secret" pocket on the size shrunk in size. Whereas previously my iPhoneX fit comfortably (but securely), I really have to finagle the phone to get it in that pocket now. The hand pockets also feel shallower, which gives me concern about putting valuables in there because they could fall out. Personally, I'd prefer this short be about 1" shorter, but that's personal preference and less objective than my pocket concerns.
January 21, 2021
Great all-around active short
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Size Bought:
- M
- Height:
- 5' 9"
- Weight:
- 175
I bought these a while back looking for a good pair of versatile shorts that could be used in a number of situations. These have become my go to short for most any active occasion. They are trim against the leg so you don?t get much material flapping around. They are great for hiking, climbing, camping, slacklinning, gym/exercising, the list goes on.. Awesome short. Been pleased so far.
November 18, 2020
Almost perfect
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- M
- Height:
- 5' 11"
- Weight:
- 165
Pretty awesome shorts. Light weight, stretchy, hardly feels like you're wearing anything. I've worn them for running, working out, and at the climbing gym, and they function quite well for those activities. As others have noted the pockets aren't very spacious, but it's not a concern for me. They're on the small side but I like that - the waistband is snug enough so that the shorts stay on without the drawstring tied, even while running. The only complaint I have is that the leg openings seem to be reinforced with some rigid material that barely stretches. It annoyed me at first but I've gotten used to it. Odd design choice.
October 26, 2020
"The Perfect Short"
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
I bought these for my husband to wear under his work coverall uniform and also to use as around-the-house, running, and gym shorts. He was super stoked on these the moment he put them on?super lightweight, incredible range of motion, and fit perfectly. They look great on him, too. Going to order him another pair!
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May 26, 2021
Will the zippered pocket fit an iphone 11 ?
June 1, 2020