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Arcteryx Men's Gamma Lightweight 9" Shorts

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Multiple days with a full pack, ambitious dawn-to-dusk adventures with friends, and quick rambles after work-the men's Arc'teryx Gamma Lightweight shorts with a 9 in. inseam are built for hiking. Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria. Aequora AirPerm™ soft-shell fabric's performance stretch frees you to move on technical terrain.

Fit & Design:

  • Trim fit shorts
  • Zippered fly with snap closure
  • Zippered hand pockets; zippered thigh pocket
  • Elastane for 4-way stretch
  • Gusseted crotch for comfort and freedom of movement
  • Aequora AirPerm fabric is lightweight and comfortable next to skin in warm weather
  • Articulated patterning for unrestricted mobility
  • Adjustable low-profile webbing waistbelt rides comfortably under a harness or pack

Technology:

  • Durable water repellent (DWR) finish repels moisture

Additional Details:

  • Inseam: 9"
  • Brand : Arcteryx
  • Country of Origin : Imported
  • Fabric : Aequora AirPerm: 86% nylon / 14% elastane; nylon/spandex plain weave: 95% nylon / 5% elastane
  • Web ID: 24AYTMGMMSLSHRT9MMOA
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REVIEWS

4.2

100%

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5 Reviews

Great Shorts, But Second To Gamma Quick!

I found Gamma Quick-Dry shorts last year, but inventory disappeared quickly. I am waiting for new Quick-Dry shorts to reappear, so I took a shot at Gamma SL (Super Light). For me, the 32”W Quick-Dry shorts was a perfect fit (slim fit). I loved the five zippered pocket design. I must admit, I use only the front four pockets and never have used the back zippered pocket. Based on my experience above, I purchased 32”W Gamma SL (Super Light) shorts. First observation is the 32”W (normal or standard fit) is closer to a 33-34”W, but the built in belt accommodated perfectly. For my second purchase I tried a 30”W SL shorts, but they were just a hair too tight. I have since ordered several more pair of 32”W Gamma SL shorts. My point is these are great shorts, but the QD is better for my build and desire for an additional fourth front pocket. If I did not have the experience with the Quick Dry shorts, the Super Light shorts would be my favorite. They truly are a great pair of shorts. For reference, the Super Light shorts are lighter, due to reduced materials for two additional pocket in the QD’s. One hidden gem with the SL shorts is that they will still fit in 10-15 years because of the room-to-grow feature. :-)

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Improved Design.

I bought these because I have a pair of Gamma Lightweight shorts, which I like. These are even better, with the same comfortable lightweight feel and a slightly more durable feel. I really like the added security of the integral belt. Well constructed. I’d buy additional pairs when I need some.

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Nice Features - Questionable Construction

First purchase of an Arcteryx product. Was looking for a quick dry abrasion resistant pair of shorts for hiking. Liked the features of these shorts with 5 zippered pockets to retain personal items, adjustable waist belt and the 9 inch inseam. Price was very high but the brand has a reputation of high quality technical gear so I though I would give them a try. Overall they have performed reasonably well until recently when I was getting ready to go on a hike. Put my personal identification in the lower left pocket was collecting water and towels for the hike when suddenly my personal items were all over the floor. Upon inspection the lower left pocket seam had failed becasue they are not sewn in but attached we seam tape. From a construction perspective I find this unacceptable for a technical pair of shorts in this price range. To those of you who have a pair of these or considering them make sure to inspect your pocket seams regularly or you may be missing a dirvers license or keys somewhere on the trail. To Arcteryx I would suggest you re-think how the lower pockets are attached to the main fabric to deliver a reliable and high qulity techincal product worthy of the price being charged.

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Great Shorts, But Could Use A Shorter Version.

Good: The fit, quality of the fabric, wash and wear. Really good for travel. Not so good: For those of us who are vertically challenged, a shorter version would fit better in terms of not being below my knees and requiring shorting the length by a few inches. A 5-inch version would be nice to have.

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Very Good

Material is very nice, length fits me extremely well.

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