Love these shorts. Used them from everything from mining expeditions in Tanzania to surf trips to Indonesia to hiking trips out in New Mexico. These shorts never fail. I've had the same 3 pairs for like 5 years now and they still feel like new. Love all the pockets and they are perfect for taking field notes and quickly tucking everything away during tough weather. Just a solid, well designed pair of shorts that meet the demands (and surpass them) of my outdoor lifestyle.