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Shorts for Every Vibe

Celebrating our Best-selling AFO Middle Short

EXPLORE MENS

MIDNIGHT

SLEEK + CHIC

EARTH

STAY GROUNDED

BATIK AMBER

FANTASY + FLARE

CLAY

DESERT SUNSET

CARDINAL

FIERY + FIERCE

ORCHID

IN BLOOM

MT MERAPI

LIVELY VIBRANCE

BATIK SEA

UNDER THE SEA

JASPER

BLUE HOUR

SUMMIT II

GO HIGHER

OCEAN

LUSH + FRESH

SEA STRIPE

IN THE DEEP

UNDER COVER

NIGHT WATCH

SHOP MEN

EXPLORE WOMENS

MIDNIGHT

SLEEK + CHIC

BATIK AMBER

FANTASY + FLARE

CARDINAL

FIERY + FIERCE

SUMMIT

GO HIGH

STAR COVER

VIVID + GALACTIC

ORCHID

IN BLOOM

BATIK PURPLE

BOLD + MYSTICAL

MT MERAPI

LIVELY VIBRANCE

GEO STRIPE

SHARP + VERTICAL

SEA STRIPE

IN THE DEEP

OCEAN

LUSH + FRESH

JASPER

BLUE HOUR

MARINE

CLEAR SKIES

UNDER COVER

NIGHT WATCH

SHOP WOMEN

Hyperlight, fast-drying, breathable comfort

Like running on air, our versatile AFO Middle Short is built with equal parts comfort and style for everyday adventure.

"The AFO has been among our favorites for years. We also love the Bluesign-certified, 88 percent recycled polyester fabric."

"You have to look down to remind yourself you’re wearing them. And dammit, they look pretty cool on, too."

Recycled materials

Made with post-consumer recycled plastic since 2019

“Truly the best shorts I currently own.”

- Douglas H.

“Super breathable and it feels like you're wearing nothing!!”

- Isa K.

Features

WEIGHTLESS FEEL

Ultra-light AFO stretch woven fabric for a barely-there-feeling shell

COOL AND DRY

Fast dry time, high breathability + excellent sweat wicking for a cool, comfortable ride

BUILT-IN LINER

Integrated moisture-wicking performance brief liner

BREATHABLE WAISTBAND

Perforated knit waistband with internal drawcord provides a secure fit that is both breathable + comfortable

SMOOTH FINISH

Bonded hem seams ensure an anti-chafe fit + clean finish

KEEP IT SECURE

A secure back zip pocket has a nylon pull for easier in-motion access; can fit most sized phones

KEEP IT SEPARATED

Internal drop down brief pocket for key/card includes a key loop bungee* that doubles as hang loop

STAY SEEN

Signature reflective logo on front and “watermark” reflectivity on back increases visibility in low light

*the s-biner clip, key ring + keys not included with shorts—sorry, we need our keys

Materials + Specs

AFO

88% recycled polyester, 12% elastane

PERFORMANCE BRIEF LINER

94% polyester, 6% spandex

WEIGHT

106g / 3.7oz (M’s Medium)

94g / 3.3oz (W’s Small)

Garment made in Vietnam

Sustainability

Our AFO fabric is composed of 88% recycled polyester. We use high-grade recycled polyester made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic like rPET (a form of recyclable plastic commonly found in single-use bottles and containers) to reduce the impact of our apparel without sacrificing on performance, durability or comfort.

AFO fabric is also bluesign® certified meaning it is free from harmful chemicals and is fabricated in a way that meets a high environmental standard.

Learn more about our sustainable initiatives here