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Dickies Skateboarding FLEX Slim Fit Shorts, 11"

Name: Dickies Skateboarding FLEX Slim Fit Shorts, 11"
Brand: Dickies
SKU: dickies-dickies-skateboarding-flex-slim-fit-shorts-11-dkwrsk940ds
Price: 39.99 USD

Shorts

$40

The verdict

A good pick for skaters or streetwear fans who want a slimmer cut with stretch, less suited to heavy manual labor.

Fit

The skate line runs slimmer than Dickies' standard work shorts, with FLEX stretch for mobility; expect a closer fit through the thigh, so size according to the brand's skate-specific chart if between sizes.

Quality

The skate line is generally built with reinforced seams for board-related wear, distinct from the brand's plain work shorts, though specific fabric details aren't listed here.

Price check

At $39.99 this runs higher than Dickies' basic work shorts, typical for the branded skate line's added design and stitching details.

Best for

Skaters or streetwear-minded buyers who want a slim, stretch short over a traditional loose workwear cut.

Care

Wash cold and skip fabric softener, which can reduce the stretch performance over time.

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What owners report about Dickies shorts

Owner reviews on retailer pages split into two camps. Many describe the shorts as durable and long-wearing, with one longtime buyer calling them 'the best work shorts on the market' that 'stand the test of time' through regular use, and noting they take many washes before fading becomes noticeable. Others report the opposite: zippers failing after only a few wears, seams tearing out at the seat, and sizing that varies noticeably between pairs of the same marked size.

Strengths: Long-term durability and comfort in daily wear are the most repeated praise, with several owners saying a pair lasted years without issue.
Watch out for: A recurring complaint is zipper failure after light use, plus some reports of seams tearing at the seat and sizing that varies between pairs.
Sizing: Sizing isn't fully consistent pair to pair — one owner said a marked size fit closer to two sizes down — so checking recent buyer comments before ordering is worth it.

About Dickies's shorts line as a whole. Sources: Dickies 11" Relaxed Fit Work Shorts Reviews | Zappos.com · Dickies 11" Relaxed Fit Work Shorts Reviews | Zappos.com