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Gamma SL Short 9" Men's
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Waist:, 3.25 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large
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Quality of Product, 4.0 out of 54.0
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Comfort, 4.3 out of 54.3
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British Columbia
Age:55-64
Gender:Male
Body TypeSolid
5 out of 5 stars.
Great lightweight short.
10 months ago
These shorts are awesome. light, quick dry and flat pockets. If super light fabric is your primary goal these shorts really fit that bill. If you are ok with a very slightly heavier short check out the Gamma 9".
Q: Size Purchased:
A: 36
Q: Pros:
A: lightweight flush pockets
Q: Cons:
A: none
Q: Activity
A: hiking and casual biking
Q: Your Height:
A: 6'2"
Originally posted on Gamma Lightweight Short 9", 2023-2024
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 55.0
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Comfort, 5.0 out of 55.0
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Montréal
Age:35-44
Gender:Male
Body TypeAthletic
3 out of 5 stars.
Fait petit
10 months ago
Attention sur la grandeur
Je porte normalement du 34 de pentalon arcteryx, mais ce short est fait plus petit.
Je vais devoir retourner, j'ai commander du 36. Donc possiblement prévoir 1 grandeur plus grand.
Translate with GoogleQ: Size Purchased:
A: 34
Q: Your Height:
A: 34
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Quality of Product, 4.0 out of 54.0
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Comfort, 3.0 out of 53.0
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Glasgow
Age:25-34
Gender:Male
Body TypeAthletic
1 out of 5 stars.
Shape ruined in the wash
a year ago
Disappointing that these don't hold their shape, similar to other reviews. Nice length and have potential to be nice shorts. Unfortunately after 1 wash the material on the front bunches up behind the pockets ruining the shape of the shorts.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: 32
Q: Pros:
A: excellent shorts prior to wash
Q: Cons:
A: bunches up at the front
Q: Activity
A: Casual wear and hill walking
Q: Your Height:
A: 6feet
No, I do not recommend this product.
Originally posted on Gamma Lightweight Short 9", 2023-2024
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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large
Fits Very Small
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Quality of Product
Quality of Product, 2.0 out of 52.0
Comfort
Comfort, 3.0 out of 53.0
Response from Arc'teryx:
a year ago
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Hi Rory, thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We are sorry to hear about the issues with your Gamma Lightweight Short 9". We recommend completing a Product Service Request form and one of our representatives will see if we can help you in any way. https://arcteryx.com/gb/en/help/product-service/service-request
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a year ago
Agreed. I bought one and the fabric bunched up after one wash. It seems tied to the elastic material that they used to secure the pocket lining. This material shrinks after a wash, causing the fabric to bunch up. My wife doubled down and bought me a second pair in a different color. The same thing happened. They are nice shorts otherwise. So I used a hair dryer to loosen the fabric binding material and tore and cut our the pocket lining. The bunching issue resolved, but now I am down two lower pockets. This is find with me...but dang...what a poor design.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Great features
a year ago
Great shorts light quick dry and stretch but keep there shape
Originally posted on Gamma Lightweight Short 9", 2023-2024
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Uk
Age:55-64
Gender:Male
Body TypeAthletic
3 out of 5 stars.
Disappointing for the money
a year ago
Have had a couple of pairs of these over the years as they fit well and are generally comfortable, however I recently have a issue with one pair where after they have been washed (no hotter than 30degrees and drip dry) the inner liner around the lower pockets has shrunk causing the outer layer to wrinkle and not lay flat. Disappointing as my other older pair have no issues and they have been my go to shorts, and they are not the cheapest shorts on the market……..
Q: Size Purchased:
A: 32” waist
Q: Your Height:
A: 5’ 6”
No, I do not recommend this product.
Originally posted on Gamma Lightweight Short 9", 2023-2024
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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large
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Quality of Product
Quality of Product, 3.0 out of 53.0
Comfort
Comfort, 5.0 out of 55.0
1 Comment
a year ago
Exact same problem for me
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Age:35-44
Gender:Male
Body TypeLean
5 out of 5 stars.
My go to climbing shorts
a year ago
These things are dope! Adjustable waist band, great simple sleak pockets, and pretty durable, especially given the abuse I just gave them in Kalymnos kneebarring my face off lololo. These shorts are as good as it gets!
Q: Size Purchased:
A: small
Q: Pros:
A: Durability, pockets, fit
Q: Activity
A: Climbing
Q: Your Height:
A: 5'8"
Originally posted on Gamma Lightweight Short 9", 2023-2024
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Quality of Product
Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 55.0
Comfort
Comfort, 5.0 out of 55.0
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Palo Alto
Age:25-34
Gender:Male
Body TypeSlim
4 out of 5 stars.
Functional Shorts with a Flaw
a year ago
I'll start with what I like about these shorts (which is a lot). These are super comfortable, lightweight, and are great for a variety of different activities. I've worn these countless times out climbing and have really enjoyed how they feel under a harness and with climbing movement in general. They stretch and breathe pretty nicely. I've also worn these while guiding whitewater and really enjoyed them as they dry quick and are comfortable. My final application of these shorts - mountain biking. I've worn these a bunch for mountain bike rides and really liked them for many of the reasons I listed above - stretchy, comfortable, breathable, zip pockets. I haven't actually hiked at all in them but they would certainly be the first pair of shorts I grab next time I backpack or hike.
While I love these shorts and will no doubt continue to wear them, one thing to improve with these is the button closure. It is very hard to snap it closed and when you think you have it close, it just pops open kind of randomly. If you tighten the belt at all, it also seems to pop the button open. I'm certainly no designer, but it would seem like a simple fix for these would be doing one of the hook and loop closures instead. If the design team makes that fix, these shorts will be pretty perfect.
Q: Size Purchased:
A: 30
Q: Pros:
A: Comfortable, Stretchy
Q: Cons:
A: Poor Closure System
Q: Activity
A: Climbing, Mountain Biking, Hiking
Q: Your Height:
A: 5'8"
Yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on Gamma Lightweight Short 9", 2023-2024
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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large
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Quality of Product
Quality of Product, 4.0 out of 54.0
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Comfort, 5.0 out of 55.0
1 Comment
a year ago
Right, I believe a button that passes through the fabric is the answer. I’ve gotten older styles that has it and never an issue.
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Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire
Age:18-24
Gender:Male
Body TypeLean
5 out of 5 stars.
Super comfy
a year ago
Great shorts suitable for outdoor use really durable so great for climbing and hiking
Q: Pros:
A: Durable, long lasting
Q: Cons:
A: Came up shorter than expected
Q: Activity
A: Climbing and hiking
Q: Your Height:
A: 175
Yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on Gamma Lightweight Short 9", 2023-2024
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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large
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Quality of Product
Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 55.0
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London, United Kingdom
Age:35-44
Gender:Male
Body TypeAthletic
5 out of 5 stars.
Very versatile pair for shorts for all occasions
a year ago
Great for hiking due to the lightweight and the stretch is not movement restrictive.
Fits right under harnesses for climbing as well and not get caught on any loops.
Great for walking around from town, straight into an adventure of hiking or climbing.
Fabric keeps the skin dry and cool, and repels a bit of rain if it gets a little wet.
This is the next pair of shorts I transitioned to after years of wearing the legendary Palisade series. Definitely a very versatile pair of shorts!
Q: Pros:
A: Light, stretchy, airy, quick dry
Q: Cons:
A: Thigh pocket position
Q: Activity
A: Climbing, Hiking, Walking
Q: Your Height:
A: 163cm
Yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on Gamma Lightweight Short 9", 2023-2024
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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 55.0
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Vancouver
Age:25-34
Gender:Male
Body TypeAthletic
2 out of 5 stars.
Disappointing functionality
a year ago
Great feeling shorts but the lack of back pocket is a miss. The in-built belt is a nice feature but unfortunately the button buckle is not strong enough to hold a tight fit when you pull the belt tight. I essentially wear these shorts with the button constantly undone as it is unable to hold the taughtness. No returns available once worn which is very disappointing given the impractical design I have been experiencing. Poor design IMO for the price point.
Q: Pros:
A: Lightweight, durable material
Q: Cons:
A: No back pocket, very poor buckle
Q: Activity
A: Hiking, everyday use
Q: Your Height:
A: 5'9
No, I do not recommend this product.
Originally posted on Gamma Lightweight Short 9", 2023-2024
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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large
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Quality of Product
Quality of Product, 2.0 out of 52.0
Response from Arc'teryx:
a year ago
Customer Service
Hello there,
Thank you for reaching out and sharing your feedback on the Gamma Lightweight Short 9".
We're genuinely sorry to hear that you're disappointed and that it did not suit your needs.
Our customers will occasionally read these reviews, so we appreciate it when others share their experience with us, and we will be sure to pass your comments along to our design team.
If you have any additional comments or concerns, we welcome you to contact our Customer Service team, and one of our representatives would be happy to assist you.
All the best
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Toronto
Age:18-24
Gender:Male
Body TypeLean
4 out of 5 stars.
Great hiking short
a year ago
These are a great option if you are looking for a light hiking short.
Picked these up for just that function and they have done great so far. If you are looking for a light hiking short couldn't reccommend these more. They also have good pocket space.
Only reason they lose a star is because they fit my body weird. I feel like they are a little bit small on me. when i sized up they were a bit too big.
Q: Activity
A: Hiking
Q: Your Height:
A: 6'1
Yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on Gamma Lightweight Short 9", 2023-2024
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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 55.0
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Italy
Age:35-44
Gender:Male
Body TypeAthletic
2 out of 5 stars.
Good shorts with some design faults
a year ago
I got these shorts as a replacement for a warranty claim for last year's Gamma Quick Dry Short, which I loved but unfortunately are not available anymore, so I had to go with these – the closest alternative.
It's a nice pair of quality shorts, the fit is a bit looser and longer than the Gamma Quick Dry (which I actually preferred), the material is good, but there are a few design flaws that break the deal in my opinion.
Above all is the clip button which, as stated by other reviewers as well, unclips very easily. It unclipped when I was doing pull ups, when sitting down, even when I was just putting my hands into the pockets while talking to someone (imagine having your pants suddenly unclip in the middle of a conversation with a stranger and acting casual while trying to reclip them! lol). In general, if you grab the shorts at waist-height and pull, the button just unclips. And sometimes I also found it difficult to clip it back, it takes a few tries. I think that's because of the waist-belt cord that can be pulled on the side to adjust the waist, and that creates some folds in the fabric that get in the way of the button-clip so that it doesn't close properly. I don't think they really thought and tested this product through. I don't have much of a gut, but I can image this issue can be even worst for people who do.
Also I would have liked a few more pockets. A second side pocket would have been nice, as well as a back pocket (just like the Gamma Quick Dry Short).
It's a shame because this could have been a great product, but at this price tag there's no room for compromises in my opinion.
Q: Pros:
A: Excellent materials
Q: Cons:
A: Button unclips easily, poor design
Q: Your Height:
A: 190
No, I do not recommend this product.
Originally posted on Gamma Lightweight Short 9", 2023-2024
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Fits:, 4 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large
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Quality of Product
Quality of Product, 3.0 out of 53.0
Response from Arc'teryx:
a year ago
Customer Service
Hello Luigi,
Thank you for reaching out and sharing your feedback on the Gamma Lightweight Short 9".
We're genuinely sorry to hear that you're disappointed and that it did not suit your needs.
Our customers will occasionally read these reviews, so we appreciate it when others share their experience with us, and we will be sure to pass your comments along to our design team.
If you have any additional comments or concerns, we welcome you to contact our Customer Service team, and one of our representatives would be happy to assist you.
All the best
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Cincinnati OH
Gender:Male
Body TypeSolid
3 out of 5 stars.
Great shorts, bad snap design
a year ago
These shorts have a great fit and a nice wide cargo pocket.
Downfall is the snap. Walking at a good clip with a phone in your pocket or moving while sitting down is enough to pop it open. And there are no belt loops to add a belt to compensate. For the price I'd expect a more practical design.
Q: Pros:
A: Nice length, move well while walkin
Q: Cons:
A: Snap was a bad idea
Q: Activity
A: Walking, hiking, living
Q: Your Height:
A: 5'6"
No, I do not recommend this product.
Originally posted on Gamma Lightweight Short 9", 2023-2024
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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large
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Quality of Product, 3.0 out of 53.0
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Toronto, ON
Age:18-24
Gender:Male
Body TypeLean
5 out of 5 stars.
A comfortable and adaptive pair of shorts!
a year ago
I've worn these shorts on short hikes, long shifts and even on just a casual day out. These shorts are great for all around use, and feel comfortable enough to wear for hours on end.
Q: Your Height:
A: 5'10
Yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on Gamma Lightweight Short 9", 2023-2024
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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 55.0
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Vancouver, BC
Age:35-44
Gender:Male
Body TypeCurvy
5 out of 5 stars.
Very versatile!
a year ago
I love the Gamma series and these shorts are probably my favorite out of the list, I have multiple colors of this style. I've mostly worn these in my hiking adventures, wore them during kayaking and zip lining in Hawaii. Even though they are not the QuickDry style, they do definitely dry quicker than other shorts I've worn in the past for wet adventures.
I normally wear size 32 waist and most of the time is a perfect fit, this was a little tight even loosening the strap as much as possible. Though that feature is my favorite on the shorts. Other than that, they're very comfortable and has stretch to it when hiking with intensity. Breathable and sweat wicking, had no discomforts throughout my long adventures.
If you are in between sizes, I'd recommend going with the larger size and using the strap to tighten the waist because the strap may be too short to loosen it if too tight around the waist on a smaller size.
Q: Pros:
A: Very comfortable for everyday wear
Q: Cons:
A: Waist sizes are inconsistent
Q: Activity
A: Hiking, everyday wear, dog walking, kayaking
Q: Your Height:
A: 5'7
Yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on Gamma Lightweight Short 9", 2023-2024
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Fits:, 2 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 55.0
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Toronto, ON
5 out of 5 stars.
Love the feel and function of these shorts
a year ago
Weather has been hot and humid and these shorts are perfect for that. Love the zippered pockets and the light weight.
Q: Activity
A: hiking
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 55.0
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Age:25-34
5 out of 5 stars.
good short
a year ago
Comfort is key, and the Avian Shorts excel in this department. The fabric is soft to the touch, providing a luxurious feel against the skin. The shorts are thoughtfully designed with a relaxed fit, allowing for unrestricted movement and maximum comfort throughout the day. Whether you're hiking, cycling, or lounging, these shorts will keep you feeling at ease.
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Age:55-64
Gender:Male
1 out of 5 stars.
A real disappointment
2 years ago
This was a real disappointment. I have been a customer for the last 25-30 years and must have spent in the range 5-10K USD. I have allways been a fan, but not this time. The button unclicks easily when opening the zipper (ok, I can loose a few pounds) and it is difficult to reclick. Furthermore the fabric has an ugly synthetic feel.
Q: Your Height:
A: 186
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Quality of Product, 1.0 out of 51.0
Response from Arc'teryx:
2 years ago
Customer Service
Hello there,
Thank you for reaching out and sharing your feedback on the Gamma Lightweight Short 9".
We're genuinely sorry to hear that you're disappointed and that it did not suit your needs.
Our customers will occasionally read these reviews, so we appreciate it when others share their experience with us, and we will be sure to pass your comments along to our design team.
If you have any additional comments or concerns, we welcome you to contact our Customer Service team, and one of our representatives would be happy to assist you.
All the best
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Brampton, ON
Age:55-64
Gender:Male
Body TypeAthletic
5 out of 5 stars.
Perfect fit
2 years ago
Amazing fit, excellent stretch , beautiful color. Love the feel
Q: Pros:
A: Beautiful fit
Q: Activity
A: Backpacking, climbing
Q: Your Height:
A: 5'7
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large
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Quality of Product, 5.0 out of 55.0
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Arizona
Gender:Male
Body TypeSlim
3 out of 5 stars.
Not working out for me
2 years ago
They look great and the feel great, but the absence of belt loops is a problem for me. I expect/need gear to be pretty tough. The snap is just too flimsy to do all the work required of it. Wish I'd noticed.
But, I can wear them around the house.
Q: Pros:
A: Look great, Feel great, Zipper pkts
Q: Cons:
A: Snap too weak for no belt loops
Q: Activity
A: Everyday and hiking
Q: Your Height:
A: 6'2"
No, I do not recommend this product.
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Fits:, 3 out of 5, where 1 equals to Fits Very Small and 5 equals to Fits Very Large
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4 out of 5 stars.
Gamma Lightweight Short 9"
2 years ago
Everything about the shorts works for me except for the pockets. The cargo pocket on the right leg is too small for a cell phone. Also, there aren't any rear pockets.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Quality of Product, 4.0 out of 54.0
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Dallas, TX
Age:25-34
Gender:Male
Body TypeAthletic
5 out of 5 stars.
Perfect Shorts
2 years ago
2 side pockets, one cargo pocket. Perfect pair with zippers so your needs dont go flying. Can use for outdoors or work.
Q: Cons:
A: Nno back pockets
Q: Activity
A: Outdoors
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Gamma SL Short 9"
Our most breathable, lightest weather-ready hiking short with a 9" inseam.
The Gamma SL Short 9" was previously the Gamma Lightweight Short 9".
$120.00
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Gamma SL Short 9" Men's
The lightest Gamma Short available, this softshell hiking short uses a highly breathable fabric that sheds light rain and wind to help you comfortably push through unexpected weather, steep climbs, and hard miles. Made to help you move comfortably, the articulated patterning and 9” inseam give full range of motion.
What's been updated: Updated with FC0 material for a lower footprint, an improved buckle system, and design lines that align with the Gamma Collection.
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