As a knock around pair of shorts (ie:  walking the dog and lounge in while camping) these will be just fine.  I would recommend going up a size.  I am usually a medium (size 10 in most pants) and these are a little tight for my comfort, especially in a casual short.  I will keep this pair for backup since they are cheap enough ($10) but I have ordered 2 more pair in the large size (one black and one grey).  Not sure how they will wash up yet.