Boardshorts
BOARDSHORTS: THE BASICS
Let’s get down to basics.
Consider this your boardshorts starter-kit.
WHAT ARE BOARDSHORTS?
Boardshorts are specifically designed for activity in water,
do not have a mesh liner, and feature a fixed waistband with a tie
or drawcord that keep them locked in place.
FABRIC
Find the right material for you.
PHANTOM STRETCH
Phantom fabric stretches in four different directions.
Boardshorts with Phantom stretch deliver the most flexibility
of any boardshorts we offer.
STRETCH
Regular stretch fabric stretches in two different directions. It’s still flexible, just a little less than our Phantom material.
SUPERSUEDE
Not stretchy, but incredibly soft and comfortable.
WAISTBANDS
The piece that ties it all together
HYPERWEAVE
How do you define comfort? Well, the Hyperweave waistband is a good place to start.
Designed with a singular, woven construction, Hyperweave technology reacts
to your every move, creating an adaptive fit that’s as comfortable as it is lightweight.
SEWN
Our standard waistband construction, the sewn waistband is our simple
and effective solution to keeping your boardshorts in place.
CONSTRUCTION
How boardshorts are put together and why it matters.
WELDED
Welded seams are used in lieu of a standard, sewn stitch. These seams are fused together via heat, creating a surface that’s flush with the skin to reduce chafing.
STITCHED
Just like it sounds, the stitched construction will show a stitch visible to the naked eye. For this construction, a flatlock stitch is used for durability and to create a flush surface with the skin.
MORE FEATURES
DWR
DWR (Durable Water Repellent) is a coating placed on all Hurley boardshorts. This flouropolymer-based coating, typically found on waterproof rainwear, repels water so your boardshorts stay light and dry quickly.
SIZING
Most Hurley Men’s boardshorts feature a fixed waistband for the best fit. This means your board short size will be the same as your pant size. View our comprehensive size chart to better understand how boardshorts fit, here.
EZ FLY
Our patented, Velcro®-less closure system. Utilizing soft, stretchy fabric in lieu of Velcro®, the EZ Fly closure eliminates the possibility of chafing.
LENGTH
Length is a matter of personal preference.
Learn what our different outseams mean for you.
SHORTER
This shorter length (16''-17'' outseam) keeps your boardshorts from catching on your knee while surfing, swimming or doing anything else in the water.
STANDARD
This mid-length (18''-19'' outseam) keeps your boardshorts from catching on your knees, and serves those who like a little more coverage.
LONGER
This longer length (20''-21'' outseam) protects the knees from rash or abrasions when you’re in the water all day.