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Browse all Outdoor Voices shorts →SolarCool 5" Beach Short
The verdict
Fit
The SolarCool 5" inseam sits at the knee, a standard beach-short length. Outdoor Voices fit is true; expect a standard waistband and a straight leg suited to water activity. Quick-dry fabrics may feel stiff initially, then soften.
Quality
SolarCool is Outdoor Voices' sun-protection line. Construction includes UPF-treated synthetics and standard mid-range seaming. Durability is adequate for seasonal beach use.
Is the price fair?
At $23.97, this is excellent value for a branded UPF short with water-sport heritage.
Best for
A beach and pool goer seeking sun protection and brand recognition at a clearance price.
Care
Rinse after salt water or chlorine; hang to dry to preserve UPF treatment.
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