Wadi Rum Short - Women's
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Wadi Rum Short
Your Outdoor Research Women's Wadi Rum Shorts are exactly what you'll want on when you're projecting a route in the hot summer sun or strolling through lush forests on a leisurely Saturday hike. The cotton blend offers a soft and lightweight feel, while Cordura nylon adds abrasion resistance and a hint of spandex maintains a comfortable stretch. Waist loops let you slide in your favorite belt and the gusseted crotch allows full mobility while you're maneuvering through a tricky move.
Details
- Comfortable shorts for hiking and climbing
- Cotton blend is soft against your skin
- Cordura adds durability
- Hint of spandex for a comfy stretch
- Gusseted crotch for unimpeded mobility
- Item #ODRZ89C
- Material
- 68% cotton, 29% Cordura nylon, 3% spandex
- Fit
- standard
- Length
- mid-thigh
- Inseam
- 5in
- Pockets
- 2 drop-in hand, 1 back drop-in, 1 back brush
- Waist
- internal drawcord
- UPF Rating
- 50
- Claimed Weight
- 7.9oz
- Activity
- bouldering, sport climbing, trad climbing
- Manufacturer Warranty
- lifetime
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4 based on 14 ratings
Review Summary
Fits True To Size
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageSeptember 4, 2023
comfort and great fit
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] love them
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
August 1, 2023
Rugged Shorts
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love these shorts. They're a sturdy cotton that holds up to scrambling over rocks and hiking through brush on trails. I liked my gold pair so much, I bought the navy.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
July 15, 2023
Look Good, Feel Good!
- Size Bought:
- 10
- Height:
- 5' 9"
- Weight:
- 168
Just got these puppies and I think they look great! Nice, true fit. I'm a size 8/10 and I ordered the 10. The fabric does provide flexibility. The cut is great on me. They aren't too short either. Tapenade is a nice khaki color. Highly recommend!
July 4, 2023
My go-to shorts
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] So pleased with these shorts. They're durable and comfortable.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
June 20, 2023
Comfortable and breathable
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great fit, extra comfortable after a couple hours of wear. Great outdoor shorts especially for someone with muscular thighs.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
June 10, 2023
Great
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Wearing them right now! Hit my waist nicely, good pockets and hem length. Highly recommend!
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
May 5, 2023
Loved the material, but poor fit
I loved the material of these shorts and how they fit in the waist, however they were really tight in the thighs and created a weird pleating around the crotch. I am 5'7", 135 pounds with a muscular build and ordered a size 6 (my usual size). It's a shame because I want to return these shorts and order a size up, but know they will be big in the waist if I size up.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
November 3, 2022
Heavy duty, Great fit/ length, Ordered more
I've had precious seasons and same great heavy material but not so thick it doesn't move. Love the style and length -not too short or too long - so ordered more. True to fit. Flint is like a gray but on the green side.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
August 1, 2022
Cute and durable
These shorts are great for climbing in the summer. A lot of my shorts have torn while climbing on granite, but not these. The only con is the weird pockets. I can't really fit my phone in the back pockets - or anything really. Though, I liked them enough that I bought them in another color. These shorts now have a soft spot in my heart because one of the first things my Mom said when she woke up one day in the ICU was, "Cute shorts, Joanie," then later said, "tell me about those shorts." So, thank you OR.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
July 18, 2022
Comfy and durable
I got my first pair of Wadi Rums in 2020, only the second time I had purchased shorts in 20 years, and am thinking about a second pair. I love these shorts because they are a little heavier material, which makes them feel durable and capable of holding up while I'm scrambling around on hikes or if I wear them climbing. The gusseted crotch makes them super flexible and the length provides just the right amount of coverage for outdoor activities, but also allows your legs to get plenty of air. I love that the pockets are actually big enough to put a phone or wallet in on casual days when you don't want/need to carry around a bag. Since other reviews mention fit as an issue, I'll add that I am 5'4" and 125 lbs. I'm pretty lean, not very curvy, and do not have particularly muscular thighs. I w fluctuate between a 2 and 4 depending on brand for pants. With the Wadi Rums I wear a 4.
Originally reviewed on outdoorresearch.com
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