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.
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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
comfortable, breathable, technical details
After a long time, finally shorts that fit exactly. They are comfortable, incredibly technical and well thought out. The zippered pocket is always so as not to get in the way when sitting or handling. Pleasant and comfortable
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. :-)
Very good
Material is very nice, length fits me extremely well.