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Backcountry now makes a slick pair of 7″ Ripstop shorts designed for hiking and camping. I’ve put a pair to the test, and this is my quick review:

The Ripstop shorts by backcountry are constructed from lightweight yet rugged, ripstop nylon that’s made from recycled materials. The shorts have two front pockets, a zippered accent cargo pocket, and two low profile back pockets. It also features a clever integrated belt and buckle with a quick lock and release function, along with a fast cinch for easy adjustments.

The shorts actually come various lengths, but I’ve been using the 7″ inseam and have really liked them. I chose the longer length to provide a little more protection for climbing and scrambling, like I do. They’re lightweight, fairly low friction, and have held up great to hiking, camping, lounging, and even paddle boarding. The material feel is good, providing feel similar to a rugged cotton to the touch. Their quick drying nature makes them an obvious choice for situations where there a chance of getting wet or jut sweaty, and they ventilate quite well also I especially liked the integrated belt buckle that just pops into place, and releases with a simple lift of the tab on the buckle. It cinches down tight and is router underneath the fabric so they don’t slip or bunch when wearing a pack, and provide very little friction when doing so. They’re also quite affordable as I’ve seen the prices range between $38 and $68.

My only minor gripe with these is that I would like to see an even longer inseam short, personally, as I like a little knee coverage for briars and bush protection.

These ‘Ripstop’ shorts are a great option for anyone looking for a fairly rugged, styling, yet affordable short that can be used just about anywhere.

Highly Recommended

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