Quandary Short - Men's
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Quandary Short
From the mountains of Maine to the jungle ruins of the Yucatan, the Patagonia Men's Quandary Short offers uncompromising versatility for just about any situation you find yourself in. Stretch-woven fabric is both tough-wearing and stretchy, with a gusseted crotch promoting full range of movement for adventurous pursuits. It's finished with a DWR treatment that repels light showers from ruining your fun outdoors.
Seeing that you'll be dabbling in everything from sport climbs to urban commutes, the Quandary features a classic 5-pocket design that's upgraded with a zippered thigh pocket for extra security. Its movement-friendly fit provides ample room to hop, bend, and stretch when you're hiking, climbing, and playing pick-up games at the park. Following suit, the curved waistband wraps around your hips with a contoured feel that's surprisingly sturdy.
Details
- Versatility for outdoor endeavors and casual wear
- Stretch-woven fabric is tough-wearing and stretchy
- DWR finish repels light showers from soaking through
- Curved waistband wraps your hips with a contoured fit
- Gusseted crotch maximizes range of motion
- UPF 50+ offers protection from bright sun
- Zippered thigh pocket secures essentials
- Item #PAT01U6
- Responsible Collection
- Certified B-Corp
- Material
- 94% nylon, 6% spandex, DWR finish
- Fit
- regular
- Length
- mid-thigh
- Inseam
- 8in, 10in, 12in
- Waist
- belt loops
- UPF Rating
- 50+
- Claimed Weight
- 7.3oz
- Manufacturer Warranty
- lifetime
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Overall Rating
5 based on 11 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageMarch 3, 2024
Great light weight shorts by Patagonia
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- 35
- Height:
- 5' 10"
- Weight:
- 180
I bought these a month ago and wore them while traveling in the Caribbean. Zippered pockets kept my cash/credit cards safe and easy to access.
February 20, 2024
Nice shorts
They are a nice quality, functional, look good as well. Overall satisfied.
September 7, 2023
The Best Shorts
I bought shorts from 5 different brands for a new outdoor job I just was hired for. Of all the brands, these were the best. They are very soft, very easy to where. Not too tight, not too loose. Cool pockets in just the right places. The best thing about them is the material. Love them. The fit is pretty accurate, if you are in between sizes definitely choose the larger size.
November 22, 2022
Best shirts ever!
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Size Bought:
- 35
- Height:
- 6' 3"
- Weight:
- 205
Incredibly comfortable and tough. Love them. Could wear every day!
May 4, 2021
What?s not to like about these.
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- Size 30
- Height:
- 5' 11"
- Weight:
- 150
I don?t know why I haven?t purchased any products from Patagonia. This is my new favorite pair of shorts. Thoughtful design, the tailoring is good, and they fit like a bill glove. Based on this purchase, I look forward to adding more Patagonia products to my closest.
September 11, 2020
Light, versatile hiking short
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- L
- Height:
- 5' 11"
- Weight:
- 190
I've struggled to find a light hiking short that isn't too baggy, too long, or both. I ordered the shorter inseam and the fit is great. The fabric is light and stretchy and stays comfortable in very humid weather. Good pocket layout: small zippered cargo pocket and deep rear pockets that are good for phones or other big stuff. Highly recommend.
September 10, 2020
Perfect Shorts for Hot Weather Hiking
- Familiarity:
- I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
- Size Bought:
- 30
- Height:
- 5' 11"
- Weight:
- 146
Wore these day hiking out to the Carolina Sandhills National nature preserve in 80+ degree heat and high humidity. Even with being drenched in sweat, I never felt wet or uncomfortable with these shorts on. They stayed on my hips and in place, no bunching or riding. The shorts were incredibly roomy but did not appear baggy on my frame. Never felt restricted in motion. Can ninja kick without issue! If 10 inch inseam were in stock I would of purchased those as I usually do not like fabric touching the back of my knees. Frankly i didn't notice it at all, might buy shorter inseam next season, but these shorts are keepers! Bonus sneaky pockets are a nice feature. I also saw an endangered woodpecker, would I have seen it without these shorts on? We will never know...
September 7, 2020
Good shorts for hiking
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Size Bought:
- 38
- Height:
- 5' 10"
- Weight:
- 214
Material is very breathable. Used them in 100+ degree weather in the woods hiking & fishing. Quick to dry and repels camp pretty well surprisingly. Durable fabric too. Very good movement with no binding at all. Great comfortable fit. Good pocket scheme as well. Can?t go wrong with these.
September 5, 2020
Best hiking short ever!
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- 34
- Height:
- 5' 8"
- Weight:
- 175
These shorts are amazing. Comfortable, functional, and look to be durable. After wearing these on a few day hikes I ordered a second pair.
August 1, 2020
Great for everything
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Size Bought:
- 34
- Weight:
- 200
Because outdoor gear is so expensive I have to buy stuff that is multi-functional. I use them as my mountain biking shorts whether I?m sending it down Tsunami or Thieves and Fire Swamp. Or if I?m pedaling Mag 7, Amasa Back and the Whole Enchilada and everything in between. I?ve gone down hard on some really loose and gravely trails and just the pocket where I have my knife got a little hole. They are very durable. Also, I use these for kayaking and paddle boarding because they dry so quickly. They are also the only shorts that I have for hiking. They are extremely lightweight and comfortable. They shed dirt and water nicely and can clean up very easily in a sink. Also the pack down really small so the don?t take up much room in your pack. They have a really nice modern look and work well as and everyday wear short. I have all colors and will definitely be buying more.
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