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Theyre also really lightweightperfect for hot, humid days.

Best hiking shorts in 2024

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These are a classic for a reason, Hrustic says.

Theyre also really well structured (not too flowy).

Lululemon

Hotty Hot High-Rise Lined Short (4-in.)

Coop Trailmade Shorts in bright blue shade

), but when she does choose to wear them she likes Lululemons Hotty Hots.

But Smith points out that they have quite a few features that make them trail-friendly too.

The material is silky smooth and fits around my body without compressing too much.

Person wearing pink shirt and olive green hiking shorts

If theres one thing to be aware of with these shorts, its their material.

Outdoor Research

Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts (5-in.)

And the adjustable web belt helps the shorts stay put all day long.

Athleta Trekkie North Mid Rise Short in black on model

Kuhl

Freeflex Cargo Shorts (10-in.)

Loved the stretch in the legs, hips, and thighs, one tester wrote.

I felt comfortable taking big wide steps, rock scrambling without worry that the material would tear.

Patagonia Baggies Shorts in bright green shade on model

Lululemon Hotty Hot HighRise Lined Short in white shade on model

Athleta Salutation Stash High Rise 5 Short in dark gray on model

Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts in azalea colorway on model

Kuhl Freeflex Cargo Shorts in dark green color on model

Patagonia Quandary Shorts in warm sienna colorway

Outdoor Voices RecTrek ZipOff Pant in black on model outdoors

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