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Switchback 12″ Short

Made from water, stain, and wear resistant fabric with comfortable levels of stretch.
Front of Switchback 12″ Short in Slate Grey

Switchback 12″ Short

Features

Best Use: Hot Weather

The Switchback Short is built with all the technical details you need for the trail, range, or a warm weather glassing session. This hardworking short is made from water, stain, and wear resistant fabric with comfortable levels of stretch.

  • Weight

    9.1 oz / 258 g

  • Material

    98% Nylon 2% Spandex- 178 g/m²

  • Protection

    DWR – Water and Stain Resistant

  • Fit

    12 in / 30 cm Inseam, Standard Fit, Adult Sizes

  • 2-way stretch
  • Secure thigh pocket
  • Action gusset
  • DWR for stain and moisture resistance
  • Reinforced right-hand knife feature

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Overall rating: 4.8322296 / 5 from 906 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Switchback 12" Short in Slate is praised for its light, flexible, and durable fabric, perfect length, and comfortable fit. Customers appreciate its deep and functional pockets, and the DWR treatment that resists stains and water. The shorts are versatile for various activities, from hiking to a day at the range.

Summary topics

  • Fabric Quality (4%): It was observed by customers that the fabric on these shorts is light, flexible, and long-lasting.
  • Weight (3%): Customers keep praising the great light weight of these shorts, which are durable and comfortable.
  • Length (3%): Customers expressed satisfaction with the perfect length of the shorts, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.
  • Comfort (4%): Customers raved about the great feel and comfort of the shorts, mentioning it multiple times.
  • Appearance (7%): Customers loved the look of the shorts, with many mentioning that they fit perfectly and looked great.

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Review highlights

  • "Awesome shorts, light weight, breathable and perfect fit." — Randy H.
  • "The fit, quality, color and style is great!" — Ronalie G.
  • "awesome fabric and perfect fit and length, great for summer activities in warm days" — Armando B.

Reviews

Best Shorts Available!

"I was hesitant about ordering the Switchback shorts, but was tired of getting cheap thin material shorts that don’t last or fit correctly. Now I wish I would have ordered these years ago! The fit & durability is top notch! The first time my wife seen them on was like, “I love your shorts and where did you find them?) I am getting ready to order two more pairs! Thanks KUIU for a BadAss and Awesome pair of shorts! ⚡️Dennis⚡️"

— Dennis W. (5/5)

Great Shorts

"Really like these Shorts. Good length & fit. Material works perfectly for Summer with the humidity in the East. The Deeper front pockets work well. Only wish one of the rear Pockets was Zippered"

— Robert K. (5/5)

Cool Shorts!

"Light weight cool durable material. Fits well, with the excellent KUIU functional design standards. Highly recommended, I purchased all the colors. I’ll be wearing the black for my Vikings training camp duties this year."

— Mike K. (5/5)

Awesome Shorts

"These shorts were just what I was looking for. Great fit, perfect lightweight material. I ordered the 12” inseam size which I needed for my height. I just need a couple more pair for my closet."

— Scott W. (5/5)

Great for warm weather

"These are lightweight and stretchy but somehow very tough and hard wearing. The small zip pocket is handy for carrying items when travelling light on a deer stalk and the colour is ideal for for UK Summer conditions."

— Will M. (5/5)

Excellent

"I like the light weight. They’re breathable and good in warmer temperatures. Most Kuiu gear I’ve purchased has run small but these are accurately sized. Typical Kuiu quality. Excellent. Also like the 10 inch as I am vertically challenged."

— Harlan L. (5/5)

Poor fit

"I received 2 pairs of shorts that were dramatically smaller than they should have been. More than 1” smaller waist than what size I ordered. Unfortunately after talking to customer service, they said that is an acceptable range for the sizing of their shorts. Too bad because I have a pair that fit perfect and I wanted a few more pairs because the pair that I had were so great. Had to return them both and went for another brand"

— Jon G. (3/5)

Good Fit

"Comparing to Stretch Zion that I’ve worn exclusively for 10 years, they are slightly heavier in material but not too heavy. Waist fit cut contours nicely. Only drawback is the side pocket which I was hoping to be a good place for a phone. It fits in but the pocket is too wide and too much on the side of the leg resulting in a floppy banging feeling. Pocket needs to be slimmer and more on the front of the leg like EB Guide pants. I still like them and would buy again."

— Keith S. (4/5)

Switchback

"Very comfortable and my favorite summertime short! Stretchy with ample pockets. I have 4 pairs that I use for Golfing, Hiking, Floating the river."

— Sony G. (5/5)

I would have preferred the

"I would have preferred the 10" length. They are a little longer then I expected. I am happy with the color and material."

— Steve M. (3/5)

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