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Browse all Outdoor Voices shorts →High Stride 5" Short with Pockets
The verdict
Fit
5-inch inseam sits higher; pockets suggest a relaxed athletic fit. Sizing runs true.
Quality
At this price, expect reinforced pockets and premium seam work typical of Outdoor Voices' upper range.
Is the price fair?
Pricing leans premium; you're paying both for pockets and the 'joggyrun' (athleisure) positioning. Fair if durability is the draw.
Best for
Men who need pockets in athletic shorts and value durable construction for frequent wear.
Care
Wash cold and hang dry; premium pricing suggests treating carefully.
What owners report about Outdoor Voices shorts
Reviewers of the RecTrek shorts describe a very stretchy, durable fabric with deep trouser-style hand pockets that hold a phone securely, and note the colorblock seams have held up well in use. The main criticism is that the fabric sits at the heavy, thick end for shorts, making them better suited to cooler days than dedicated summer use. Broader owner feedback describes the brand's clothing as well-made with good freedom of movement, though the pricing draws comment.
- Strengths
- Stretchy, durable shorts with genuinely useful deep pockets that reviewers say hold up well.
- Watch out for
- The fabric runs heavy and thick for shorts, so owners find them warm for hot-weather activity.
- Sizing
- Reviewers advise ordering your normal size and sizing up if between sizes.
About Outdoor Voices's shorts line as a whole. Sources: Outdoor Voices RecTrek Shorts Review - Adventure Alan · Outdoor Voices Clothing Review - Honest Brand Reviews