Hiking/hunting shorts?

[Carlin59]

screes are a little taller with more shoe coverage than those. I like mine a lot.

 

[fngTony]

How tall are those? I have these right now, but have an eye out for an alternative. https://ultimatedirection.com/fk-gaiter/

Material reminds me of the guide jacket without the fleece backer. I love these scouting and the earlier dryer hunts.

 

[mountainman406]

Another vote here for EB Guide Pros. I've used the pants for years during cooler days scouting and the shirts over the last few years during the heat of the summer. I like that I can buy the same size in pants and shorts, not having to worry about sizing issues.

 

[ohoopee]

Swazi Micro Dri back are very comfy hiking shorts. I have also hiked a fair amount
in some of the Triple aught design shorts. My favorite summer hiking shorts are the
Swazi Poleys. The Poleys are shorter than you want but are very comfy in hot weather.
I am headed on a backcountry fly fishing trip this weekend in the Micro Dri backs.

 

[bojangles808]

Columbia silver ridge are great. The have had some camo versions too in the past. I like the longer 12 inch version for more coverage but they are harder to find

 

[3325]

Can't see myself ever hunting in shorts.......

I never have, but there's long history of it in Africa. So if the weather in your area permits, why not?

As far as the notion of protection goes, the Rhodesian Light Infantry and Selous Scouts fought in shorts and sneakers - to include combat parachute jumps!

 

[Ferrulewax]

I’m a short shorts guy, 5” patagonia Baggies for me from march-october unless I need the protection from sun/bugs/turkey eyes.

 

[yfarm]

Dirty girl gaiters, great for hot weather compared with most gaiters
,lightweight 7- 9” length running shorts commando for heat control

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[Next Ridge]

I still buy shants, just like the option of either one

 

[highcountrymuley]

Took til post 11 and no other love for pants with zip-off option? I hunt early season and hike/camp/ hunt exclusively in Columbia zip offs ... the same pant for 5 years! I need a new pant, finally got enough tears and sap and stains to replace. Recommended. I have only zipped off legs about twice in those 5 years.

 

[LoggerDan]

I log and hunt in cut off riggin pants. Old school cut offs

 

[dusky]

Took til post 11 and no other love for pants with zip-off option? I hunt early season and hike/camp/ hunt exclusively in Columbia zip offs ... the same pant for 5 years! I need a new pant, finally got enough tears and sap and stains to replace. Recommended. I have only zipped off legs about twice in those 5 years.

Convertible cargo pants all the way. Prana's original Zion convertible cargo pants is one of my all time favs and they're finally worn but, but they stopped making them in that style. My Columbia cargo pants lack the stretch I like.

 

[AZ8]

Everyone saying they’d never hunt in shorts have never hunted dove on Sept 1st in Arizona!

 

[7sdad]

Pair of pants with zip off legs just incase.

 

[Huntindog45]

i hunt in shorts all the time. its 80-90 degrees very often during our deer seasons in nor cal.

 

[Trees91]

Light running shorts, dirty girl gaiters, altra lone peak shoes. My summer hiking go to.

 

[Cynoscion]

Kuiu Tiburon. I have several pairs and wear them constantly.

Best shorts ever!

 

[downthepipe]

Being a taller guy it’s almost impossible to find shorts that go to the knee. I have searched long and hard and for lightweight shorts with great zipper pockets I recommend these relatively cheap ones from Amazon:
XKTTAC Men's Outdoor Quick Dry Lightweight Stretchy Shorts for Hiking, Tactical, Camping, Travel with 6 Pockets https://a.co/d/ezrn2ed

 

[BBob]

I see Kuiu has added Kutana shorts to the lineup. They aught to be popular.

 

[Acharenio]

i use kuiu shorts, very comfortable.