Great all around shorts

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

34 X 10

Height

6` 1"

Weight

175 lbs

These shorts look good, come with an easily adjustable belt, fit well, are super lightweight, and are durable. And they have good pockets as well. The zippered pocket makes it easy to secure a passport or wallet or other valuable that you don’t want to lose and the regular pockets are roomy and deep enough to keep items from falling out when sitting down. If there was one place for improvement it is the Velcro pocket. It has plenty of space but with only one Velcro attachment it isn’t as secure as I’d like and the flap barely holds against the pocket. The back pockets are the same design and could likewise be improved with a second strip of Velcro - or a zipper on one of them.

Karl G.

Favorite shorts ever

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

40 waist. xl-xxl

Height

6` 5"

Weight

250 lbs

I own 8 pair of these shorts. They are roomy. They have just enough pockets. They are thin and quick drying. They have a great fit and are durable. I've tried lots of other kinds of shorts but these are the best.

Jason Wanlass

Like them

Height

6` 0"

Weight

176 lbs

Cool shorts. Very lightweight. I usually struggle between a 32 or 34 and I went for the 32. They did fit, but a bit thigh. I'd rather get a 34

Gregorio

high hopes, dashed

Familiarity:

I returned this product before using it

Fit:

True to size

These were meant to replace another Columbia short that they don't make anymore. Fit was so-so, minimal stretch, and the button closure rubbed on the interior. Had to go back.

Katrina V.

Great shorts

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

True to size

Size Bought

32

Height

5` 10"

Weight

158 lbs

I love these shorts. They are comfortable, durable and extremely functional.

Patrick S.

I love this short!

I have 3 of these....that's all I can say. I love them., specially due to the material; they get dry really fast.

Milton

Good but not enough

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Fast dry and wearing comfy. But two zippers on the left side pocket and the groin are lousy and the velcro on the right side pocket is not dependable. I worry that my wallet could be lost all the time.

Hua-Yu W.

Terrible shorts

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Stitching coming out after about 3 months, BackCountry only warranties for 30 days now.

Bradley O.

Very Comfortable

Familiarity:

I gave it as a gift but have feedback to share

Fit:

True to size

The feedback I received for these shorts were that they were amazingly light and fit true to their size.

Shyam

Comfortable, just a bit tight

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

Runs small

These shorts got me through a 3-day backcountry tour. I wore leggings under and the shorts offered good wind protection and durability while sitting on abrasive surfaces. Dries fast too. Were a little tight in the waist so I recommend sizing up. The belt is nice, doesn't get int he way of backpack straps.

Krishna

So Light You Think You Are Naked

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Fit:

True to size

These have become an everyday short for me. I was tired of having to buy shorts from American Eagle, GAP, etc every year because somewhere along the way stitching would fail, they would tear....something would happen to them. I bought a pair of these shorts for a summer trip and after a few years of having the same shorts for hiking I decided to buy more for my everyday summer wear. I have yet to replace a pair of these....even my original ones. They are soooo light that you almost feel like you forgot to put on clothes when you leave your house. They dry super fast if they get wet....just a great short! I prefer the older model with the zipper right back pocket and no left back pocket......but the velcro will do.

Steven Smith

Back pockets. Both are Velcro.

I don't really like Velcro back pockets but these are ok.

John Pruitt

Right Velcro pocket

John Pruitt

Left zipper pocket

John Pruitt

Nice shorts

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Nice pair of light weight shorts. Dry fast and are comfy. Belt is pretty cheesy but it does come off so I have replaced it with a standard webbing belt. The length is pretty good. They Fall right at the knee. Might be nice to be a hair shorter but still good.

John Pruitt

good shorts

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

Solid pair of shorts. Wear them to go hiking dry out pretty fast. Light-weight.

Avery Q.

They are ok...

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Fit:

True to size

I purchase a lot of clothing from Backcountry and recently have purchased a few pairs of shorts that would fall under the category of the Columbia Silver Ridge. They are ok shorts but for the money I would buy more pairs of the Patagonia shorts. The Columbia shorts seem to have cheap zippers compared to the zippers on Patagonia shorts. Other than the zipper I would probably purchase these shorts again but would definitely look at others first.

Ron Warren

climbing shorts

vicente lopez

review

Alexander

Size up!

I had to return my first order as I had ordered my normal size. Too Small. I have recieved 2 pairs that fit (one size larger) and they are awesome. They are now my go to shorts. The zippered cargo pockets are excellent.

RM

I have a waist 112, hips 116. What size of shorts is necessary to me - 40x10????? (Columbia Silver Ridge Cargo Short)

Dmitriy