Arc'teryx Gamma SL 9" Shorts - Men's
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Comfortably push through unexpected weather, steep climbs and hard miles with the men's Arc'teryx Gamma SL 9 in. shorts. They use a highly breathable fabric that sheds light rain and wind.
Shop similar products- Recycled Fortius™ 1.0 double-weave fabric delivers breathability, wind resistance, water repellency and lightweight durability
- FC0 durable water repellent (DWR) finish repels moisture and is PFAS-free
- Fitted, with articulated patterning for mobility and comfort
- Gusseted crotch for comfort and freedom of movement
- 2 hand pockets with zippers
- Harness-friendly zippered thigh pocket
- Adjustable integrated webbing belt with metal buckle
- Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria
- PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) compliant
Imported.
View the Arc'teryx Gamma Product LineView all Arc'teryx Men's Hiking Shorts| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Fabric | Recycled nylon double-weave LTW solid, 125 g/m2 |
| Number of Pockets | 3 |
| Inseam (in.) | 9 inches |
| Gender | Men's |
| Weight | 6.9 ounces |
| Sustainability | Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria Fair Trade Certified™ Factory Contains recycled materials |
| XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL | XS Short | S Short | M Short | L Short | XL Short | XXL Short | S Tall | M Tall | L Tall | XL Tall | XXL Tall | 28 | 30 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 36 | 38 | |
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| Chest | 33 | 35 | 37 | 40 | 43 | 47 | 51 | 54.5 | 35 | 37 | 40 | 43 | 47 | 51 | 37 | 40 | 43 | 47 | 51 | |||||||
| Sleeve Length | 30 | 31.5 | 32.5 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | |||||||
| Waist | 27 | 29 | 31 | 34 | 37 | 40.5 | 44.5 | 48.5 | 29 | 31 | 34 | 37 | 40.5 | 44.5 | 31 | 34 | 37 | 40.5 | 44.5 | 30 | 32 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 38 | 40 |
| Hip | 32.5 | 34.5 | 36.5 | 39.5 | 42.5 | 46.5 | 50 | 54 | 34.5 | 36.5 | 39.5 | 42.5 | 46.5 | 50 | 36.5 | 39.5 | 42.5 | 46.5 | 50 | 35.5 | 37.5 | 39.5 | 40.5 | 41.5 | 43.5 | 45.5 |
| Inseam | 31 | 31 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 | 33 | 33 | 29 | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31 | 34.5 | 35 | 35.5 | 36 | 36 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32.5 | 33 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
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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.
Hi Kurt. Thanks for your detailed feedback on the Gamma SL Short 9". We're sorry to hear about the seam issue you experienced. We’ve noticed you’re already in touch with our team, and they’ll continue to support you through the next steps. Your comments have also been shared with our product team to help guide future improvements.
Comfy, functional, do not trust zip pockets!
Hello everyone, I have 4 pairs of these shorts, basically my favourite shorts, daily driver since a few years, usually I would give 5/5 review, but I 100% lost trust in them. I love the zipper pockets, you can think they give you trust. Except the bottom ones, they're not stiched! So in one of my pairs they delaminated and have a hole I didn't notice. Lost my stuff, and need to an adventure to find it. Do not trust these shorts, super comfy and functional, built-in belt, great material. But even with zippers, you cannot trust the pockets. Getting rid of mine.
Hello there, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with the Gamma SL Short 9". We’re really sorry to hear about the pocket failure and the trouble it caused. Given the nature of the issue, we’d recommend submitting a Product Service Request Form so our team can take a closer look and determine how best to support you. We take product integrity seriously, and this is the best way to ensure your concern is properly reviewed. https://arcteryx.com/us/en/help/product-service/service-request
Pockets can come unglued ....
I thought these were the perfect hiking shorts. Good fit, good length, enough pockets.... They were perfect, until they weren't. I was hiking along the other day and all of a sudden my key purse hits the ground. It was in the lower pocket on left side. When I checked the pocket .. the lower and side edges of the pockets had come unglued. WTH. Why just glue in a pocket unless it is absolutely, positively going to stayed glued nearly forever. Now I cannot trust these shorts. When will another pocket fail, dropping stuff out who knews where. If I cannot trust the integrity of the pockets, I cannot trust the shorts.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the Gamma SL Short 9". We’re truly sorry to hear what happened during your hike, that’s incredibly frustrating, and we understand how disappointing it is when gear you trust doesn’t hold up. The “SL” in the name stands for Superlight, meaning the materials and design prioritize minimal weight and packability for fast-moving adventures. To achieve that, certain construction elements, like glued seams, are used instead of traditional stitching. That said, we absolutely hear your concerns, and this isn’t the experience we want any of our guests to have. We’d appreciate the opportunity to look into this further. If you haven’t already, please consider submitting a Product Service Request form so our team can assess the issue and support you directly. Thanks again for reaching out. We value your honesty and hope to earn back your trust. https://arcteryx.com/ca/en/help/product-service/service-request
Great product
Have a pair of the old quick dry shorts and used them for 3 months hiking on and off and they are faultless and so comfortable and easy to wash. This old model has two lower front pockets and a back pocket. Just bought the new SL equivalent and this model has one lower front pocket and no back pocket. I really miss not having the back pocket and second lower pocket. Both are really useful and provide extra utility for storing small stuff on the move where you don’t want to take off your back pack. Small point but really makes a difference and would really recommend going back to the old design. Can’t imagine it would cost much more to make and the customer only benefits.
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My take is that they are good shorts. Good for backpacking, travel, and around the house on a hot day in Texas. These hiking shorts have gone down in quality since the last pair that I bought four years ago. However, it seems like just about everything in the retail market has gone Less quality over the last four years. I love the color and the fit. I am disappointed that you got rid of the zip pocket in the back. Please bring that back. And gluing in the front pocket I don’t think was a good idea either. However overall, I am happy with the purchase.
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.
Greats shorts with an awful design choice
These shorts are meant to be worn, To be used and to be washed. They fit great and have a small stretch. However, the right side pocket Is not stitched to the fabric and will come loose when washing the garment. They used iron-on hem tape for the pocket that will eventually come loose when washing.
Hello, thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear about your concerns regarding the seam tape on the right-hand pocket. Please know that if you experience any issues with your Gamma SL Short, you are welcome to submit a Product Service Request form, and our team will be happy to assist you further. https://arcteryx.com/ca/en/help/product-service/service-request
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.
Best short ever
This is the best short Arcteryx has ever built, I have owned a pair of Gamma LT for 7 years and they are my favourite short. They fit perfect are super comfortable (with my fit issues that is a huge compliment). When will you be offering more shorts, please make that soon
my new favorite shorts!
These are my first pair of pants or shorts from Arc’teryx and I absolutely love them! Only wish they were in more colors. Very comfortable for hiking and trail running, love the angle of the pockets because my phone doesn’t bounce around like other shorts.