Board Shorts

Board shorts are a popular trend among surfers due to their comfort and style and have made it to the mainstream. Nowadays many people, both male and female, wear this style of shorts at the beach, pool, and even around town. They are characterized by having a longer length than most shorts, a string tie in the front to secure them, and bright patterns which are often floral.

Board shorts come in many different styles and colors from simple and crisp white shorts to the more traditional Hawaiian flower print shorts. They typically only have one pocket in the back which is used to store keys, beer money, and shark repellant. The material is a combination of synthetic and natural fibers that dry quickly and aren’t destroyed by salt water.

Board shorts lack the typical swimming suit liner which makes them more comfortable to wear during long surf adventures and also allows them to worn over wetsuits as well as regular underwear, those most surfers keep it free. These shorts can be found anywhere swimming suits are sold as well as skate and surf shops worldwide.