I bought these shorts for swimming in a pool daily. I've had them over a month, and they've been rinsed, washed, and dried regularly in that time--well made and high quality.  The pockets are plentiful, and will be handy when I get back to kayaking after winter is over.  Very comfortable and lightweight.  Perfect length--not a Speedo type brief, but also not a board short. Highly recommended--I'm thinking about getting another one to store away for future use!