Free Fly  Dawn Patrol Board Shorts - Men's

$78.00
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Paddle out at the crack of dawn with these comfortable, chafe-free Free Fly board shorts. They have 4-way stretch and a quick-dry fabric. There's no inseam to rub against your skin while you move.

Color: Pacific Blue
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Features

  • 4-way stretch for awesome mobility
  • Quick-dry fabric wicks moisture and keeps you comfy
  • UPF 50+ offers serious sun protection
  • No inseam and clean-finished outseam for a chafe-free experience
  • Bonded zipper pocket bag for next-to-skin comfort
  • Full circumference drawcord delivers a locked-in feel
  • Adjustable board-short closure

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Watersports

Fabric

85% recycled polyester/15% elastane, PFAS-free durable water repellent (DWR)

Inner Liner

No

Sun-Protective Fabric

Yes

UPF Rating

50

Moisture Wicking

Yes

Quick Drying

Yes

Inseam (in.)

7.13 inches

Outseam (in.)

17.5 inches

Gender

Men's

Weight

Unavailable

Sustainability

Contains recycled materials

Reviews

5 reviews with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars

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David M.
Location:US, United States
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars
3 weeks ago

Better than most

Losing weight and having to dowsize boardshorts has reaffirmed that many of the once-big California-Australia brands are now little more than brands, while some of the more specialized brands that remain relatively independent and cater to serious water people have remained good places to look for board shorts that are good for boards and/or swimming (something that I hope is getting more popular as swim fins for lifeguards and bodysurfers seem on the up). This order was my first look at Free Fly. I'm limited in water time due to a serious head/wrist injury earlier this year, but the Dawn Patrol is looking good. Size (32) is consistent with industry standards. The waist-circling "full circumference drawcord" is practical, and something that seems to be getting popular. The 17" outseam is practical. Most 19-20" outseams annoy me by slowing down swimming and not being very useful for sun protection.Construction is innovative. The waistband is sewn and as flat as possible with a flat drawcord, 1.75" wide. The back pocket does not protrude outside or inside, zipper closure and flat on the inside, thanks to bonded construction, Three small laser-cut drain holes are on the outside. Side seams are sewn, but very flat and unlikely to chafe. An olive-colored band on the lower back side is attached by a bonded seam. I like the rash guard with a back attachment as well as front. The back attachment doesn't add much over the front, but it ensures a bit of tidiness and a bit less rearranging after getting washing-machined.

Luke B.
Location:US, United States
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars
1 day ago

Nice lightweight suit

Seems like a good bathing suit! Nice and lightweight and breathable. Will see how well it holds up over time.

Brian B.
Location:US, United States
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
5 days ago

Fantastic board shorts

Love these board shorts. So glad I discovered this brand. They fit like a glove and are just so stylish.

Graeme J.
Location:US, United States
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 months ago

Favorite new trunks

Bought these for a recent trip. Very comfortable, loved the color, love the length. I got lots of compliments

Michelle F.
Location:US, United States
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 weeks ago

Board shorts

Excellent color, comfort and fit! They look great on my husband.

Lori G.
Location:US, United States
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 months ago

Bought for my son and he loves these trunks

Hasn’t gone swimming in them yet but likes the style and fit

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