A5 - Rig Light Short

I bought the A5 Rig Light Shorts hoping they would be lightweight but still perform well. They have exceeded my expectations. The fit is exactly as described, the material is excellent, and the sewing is flawless. I have worn them casually for hours at a time and also for activities such as hiking in the southeastern Missouri St. Francois Mountains. They hold up and have the pocket features (zippers) I need. I will be getting a second pair.

The shorts are built out of a stretchy water-repellant fabric that sort of feels like the grippy part of gardening glove. I recently had the chance to wear these in a highly unusual California "hurricane" and while my shirt got soaked, my shorts stayed dry. Very cool. The material is also just the right thickness to wear in even the hottest weather.

The zippered pockets are nice and I love the length. However, as some other people have stated, the material for the front and back pockets feels like a soft fleece that may not be very durable in the long run. Perhaps a different pocket material is needed. Thankfully, the cargo pockets do not use this softer material.

I got these at a discounted $100 price, and I can absolutely recommend and approve these shorts around that price range. Most of all, I love that they are made in America.

I got compliments on the shorts on a whitewater rafting trip.

Superb shorts!
Zip pockets, wide belt loops and COMFORTABLE fit.
size 36- (when laid flat, was 19") better loose than tight. Overall 10 stars!

I love the style , length and fabric , there not super thin so in July & August you might want something thinner , but they look like they will take a beating , which is exactly what I have planed for them , On my adventures