What to Wear Hiking

Training run? Check. Beach volleyball? Of course. Trail hike? You bet! These Smartwool shorts are ready to move with you. They are lightweight, stretchy and quick-drying. They have 3 pockets.
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Imported.
View all Smartwool Women's Hiking Shorts| Best Use | Running Fitness Hiking |
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| Fabric | Shell, waistband, pockets, gusset, piping: 86% recycled polyester/14% elastane |
| Lining Fabric | Liner: 88% TENCEL™ lyocell/7% elastane/5% merino wool; interior crotch: 53% wool/47% TENCEL™ lyocell (exclusive of decoration) |
| Inner Liner | Yes |
| Moisture Wicking | Yes |
| Quick Drying | Yes |
| Number of Pockets | 3 |
| Pants Rise | Mid |
| Inseam (in.) | 3 inches |
| Gender | Women's |
| Weight | Unavailable |
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If you have thick thighs, you know how hard it is to find shorts that make you feel comfortable and confident that don't stick to your legs. I was nervous the 3" short would be too short, but these shorts are actually perfect! They fit comfortably on my waist (I prefer a higher rise), and they don't bunch up while being active all while being roomy enough in the thigh zone. I'm in between M/L for bottoms and sized down to M for the best fit.
I wore these for the first time today. They are great, I will definitely be getting more as I start to replace all my “plastic” shorts. I got navy and it’s a great classic navy. I will be buying black next. The fit is great, and I love that they have pockets. The length is also great. Finally a pair of shorts I can feel good about.
I love the lightweight, silky feel of these shorts. I’ve worn them several times running and they are now my first choice when grabbing shorts for this purpose. I need to buy another pair so I do t have to wait for them to be washed!
They nailed it with this design! The rise is a bit longer which is nice. The waist band is super comfy! I love the wool liner and the length!
Love that the liner isn’t polyester. Super comfortable and stylish. I need about 5 more pairs!!