REI Co-op  Active Pursuits 4" Shorts - Women's

$44.95
Members get an est. $4.49 in rewards

For whatever ways you love to move, these 4-way-stretch REI Co-op shorts help you get after it. Their built-in mesh brief liner wicks sweat. A zippered side pocket keeps your phone within reach.

Color: Black
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Fits slightly large based on reviews
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Features

  • This update to our women's Active Pursuits 4.5" Shorts features an improved fit with more ease throughout the body, a slightly shorter inseam and a larger pocket for a phone
  • Lightweight recycled polyester/spandex fabric has 4-way stretch and a soft hand
  • Fabric also wicks moisture, dries quickly and resists wrinkles and pilling
  • UPF 50+ sun protection
  • Soft, mesh built-in brief liner wicks moisture and dries quickly
  • Secure zippered pocket on right side seam fits most phones—and opens toward the back for optimum carrying comfort
  • Comfortable elastic waistband with internal adjustment
  • Flatlock stitching for comfort
  • Curved vents at hem sides for ease of movement
  • Machine wash cold; do not bleach; tumble dry low
  • Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria
  • REI Co-op brand is certified to The Climate Label; we actively fund efforts to reduce carbon emissions across our business and support climate projects around the world

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Running

Fitness

Fabric

86% recycled polyester/14% spandex (bluesign approved)

Lining Fabric

Brief-style liner: 86% polyester/14% spandex

Inner Liner

Yes

Sun-Protective Fabric

Yes

UPF Rating

50+

Moisture Wicking

Yes

Quick Drying

Yes

Number of Pockets

1

Pants Rise

Mid

Inseam (in.)

4 inches

Gender

Women's

Weight

3.9 ounces

Sustainability

Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria

Contains recycled materials

From a Climate Label Certified brand

Reviews

8 reviews with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars

43% 3 of 7 reviewers recommended

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ShaunaA
Body Type:Athletic
Age:45–54
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'9"
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars
3 weeks ago

PLEASE bring back old design!!!

Please go back to old design! They changed these shorts just recently😭 These used to be my favorite shorts and the changes they made are terrible. The worst is the waist band is no longer comfortable! The old one used to be so comfortable and this one digs into my sides. Also the stitching makes it looks like they are inside out. It also now looks like they are .5” shorter. Please please please bring back old design!!!

Body Type:Athletic
Age:45–54
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'9"

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Hannah A
Body Type:Curvy
Age:35–44
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'6"
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars
1 month ago

Waistband not good

I bought these hoping that they would be similar to the 4.5 inch active pursuit shorts I have. Unfortunately. they aren’t. The waistband in the 4.5 inch pair is much more comfortable and forgiving. This one is a thinner band and rolls up strange on me. I’m still undecided whether I will keep or return. Please bring back the waistband from the 4.5 inch model!!

Body Type:Curvy
Age:35–44
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'6"

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Jess M
Location:Tucson, AZ
Body Type:Curvy
Age:35–44
Weight:100–125 lbs.
Height:5'0"
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars
2 days ago

Old Ones Were Better

Agree with the other customers who said the previous design was better. Honestly, my only problem with these is the waistband. Old ones had a perfect waistband-this one kind of digs into your waist. Overall, they’re pretty comfortable but I have no idea why they changed this. They also do seem to be somewhat shorter. Not a big problem but again, there was no need for the change.

Body Type:Curvy
Age:35–44
Weight:100–125 lbs.
Height:5'0"

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Ash
Body Type:Athletic
Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'6"
Rated 3.0 out of 5 stars
1 week ago

Used to be perfect

These have been my favorite shorts for years, but they kinda ruined them this year. The waistband sits way too high, and it’s uncomfortable. I’m glad they at least kept the zipper pocket on the outside.

Body Type:Athletic
Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'6"

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hikerkaty
Location:Wenatchee WA
Body Type:Athletic
Age:45–54
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'7"
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
1 week ago

got a second pair

I have the previous season’s version of these shorts and reordered - this year the shorts have a 4” inseam vs the older style was 4.5” so I wasn’t sure about the fit and I absolutely love them- even better! I ordered a second pair in black. I use them for hiking and backpacking the small zippered pocket is handy because I don’t really carry a lot of stuff in shorts pockets (I use my pack) but nice for sunglasses or earbuds that may be taken on/off during a hike

Body Type:Athletic
Age:45–54
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'7"

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Christine61
Location:North Carolina
Body Type:Slender
Age:55–64
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'7"
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
1 month ago

Love the shorts

Just bought these, and I really like them! I wish they came is brighter colors. Waistband feels exactly right. I am 5’ 7 1/2”, 127 lbs size small. If these came in more “fun” colors I would buy several .

Body Type:Slender
Age:55–64
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'7"

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Jackie
Body Type:Athletic
Age:75 or over
Weight:100–125 lbs.
Height:5'1"
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
1 week ago

Good pair of shorts

I like the look and feel of these shorts, although I have not yet had the opportunity to wear them.

Body Type:Athletic
Age:75 or over
Weight:100–125 lbs.
Height:5'1"

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Anonymous
Rated 2.0 out of 5 stars
2 weeks ago

Anonymous
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
1 month ago

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