1999 BOARDSHORT BLACK

Name: Ksubi 1999 BOARDSHORT BLACK
Brand: Ksubi
SKU: ksubi-1999-boardshort-black
Price: 120 USD

Shorts

$120

The verdict

Premium boardshort for a specialized use; fairly priced for the category but not a everyday short.

Fit

Burner fit is regular and designed for board use. Expect a standard athletic rise with secure leghole construction.

Quality

A new-line boardshort should have reinforced seams, quick-dry treatment, and durable leg rope anchors. Mid-to-premium finish for water sports.

Price check

120 USD is fair mid-to-premium pricing for a dedicated boardshort with proper sports construction.

Best for

Surfers and boardsports enthusiasts needing a performance short with proper leghole and seam durability.

Care

Rinse in fresh water after saltwater use; air dry away from direct sun to prevent UV damage and elastane degradation.

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What owners report about Ksubi shorts

Most third-party coverage addresses the brand's denim range as a whole rather than shorts specifically; the shorts are cut from the same washed denim. Reviewers describe the denim as feeling already broken in — soft with a worn-down, many-times-washed hand — while still holding its shape at the knees and waist. Owner reports on complaint platforms skew heavily negative about buying direct, citing slow refunds, stalled shipments, and unresponsive customer service at a high price point, with at least one owner reporting pockets that ripped completely off. Fit feedback across sources consistently says the brand runs small.

Strengths: Reviewers praise the pre-washed, broken-in denim feel that nonetheless holds its shape without the knees bagging or the waist stretching out.
Watch out for: Owner reviews of direct orders are dominated by refund, shipping, and customer-service complaints, and some cuts have no stretch; one owner reported pockets ripping off.
Sizing: Multiple sources report the brand runs small with little to no stretch in some cuts, so sizing up one size is commonly advised.

About Ksubi's shorts line as a whole. Sources: Denim Review: Ksubi Hi & Wasted Jeans in Vintage Black (DenimBlog) · Ksubi Reviews | ksubi.com @ PissedConsumer (1.6/5 from 17 reviews) · Ksubi product reviews on Rent the Runway