Very comfortable
"Love these shorts. Good fit and length with some elasticity for movement. I went back and got a 2nd pair"
Women’s Ridge 7” UPF 50+ Shorts - Light Moss
Getting your item
Standard delivery: 2-4 business days
- Out There Rewards members FREE
- Guest $12.00
Express delivery: 1-2 business days
- Express $20.00
Trail-ready shorts designed with stretch and breathability, plus UPF 50+ sun protection to tackle variable trail conditions.
For serious hikers looking for comfort and function on the trail, the Ridge Shorts are made to tackle variable conditions. Stretchy and breathable, with a water repellent finish and UPF 50+ sun protection, the Ridge Short is your go-to for striding up sun-drenched ridges or descending into lush, secluded valleys.
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Fabric allows moisture vapour (like sweat) to escape, helping regulate body temperature and keep you cool and dry during physical activity.
01
Breathable
UPF ratings show how well fabric shields skin from the sun’s rays—50+ means excellent protection.
02
UPF 50+
Treated with DWR to encourage water to bead off the fabric's surface. While it doesn't provide full waterproof protection, it offers good protection against getting damp conditions.
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Water resistant
Product ID: B1571/OJY
Product details
General
Weight
160 g (size 10)
Product ID
B1571-OJY
Activity
Hike
Design Features
Trail ready
- Durable yet lightweight, made for multi-day adventures.
Protective
- UPF 50+ fabric offers excellent protection from harmful UV rays.
Our materials
- Contains 88% recycled nylon.
- Made for: hiking.
- Durable Water Repellent (DWR) made without intentionally added PFAS.
- 7” inseam.
- Functional zip fly and button closure with belt loops.
- Two zip side pockets.
- Regular fit—standard fit over body.
Material and care
Materials
Composition
- 88% Recycled Nylon 12% Elastane
- The UPF rating applies only to the area of skin covered. Protection may be reduced if the material is wet, stretched or from the effects of normal wear or exposure to chemicals. For best sun protection use hats, clothing that provides maximum coverage, sunglasses, sunscreen and shade.
Care instructions
- Cold machine wash
- Wash with similar colours
- Do not bleach
- Line Dry or Cool Tumble Dry
- Cool Iron on Reverse
- Do not Dry clean
Reviews
Overall rating: 4.6666665 / 5 from 27 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
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Review topics: ["fit","fabric","quality","shorts","looks","drying","length"].
Review highlights
Reviews
Just right
"Perfect for ultralight Tramping. Comfortable and quick drying"
Perfect fit
"Very comfortable, true to size, look great."
Very comfortable
"Very comfortable"
Shorts
"Really nice fit and very comfortable. . . love them, especially getting them on sale!"
Great walking shorts
"Really great for long walks nice and cool and dry fast. Also very stretchy so also good for yoga or stretching before or after your hike."
Comfortable and practical
"Comfortable, practical and true to size."
Great Shorts
"I love these shorts for walking, zip up pockets on both sides is really handy and the lightweight stretchy fabric breathes and is quick drying. I have 4 pair of these shorts now!"
Women’s Ridge 7” Shorts
"Great shorts! True to size and comfortable to wear. This was my second purchase of these shorts."
Great Shorts
"Love all of the shorts I have purchased from Kathmandu, always comfy and true to size."
Q&A
Delivery and returns
Delivery
Standard shipping rates
- Out There Rewards members FREE
- Guest $12.00
Express shipping rates
- Express $20.00
AU delivery timeframes
All delivery estimates are within business days.
| State | Standard | Express |
|---|---|---|
| ACT | 1-4 | 1.2 |
| NSW (Metro) | 1-4 | 1-2 |
| NSW | 4-6 | 2-3 |
| VIC (Metro) | 1-3 | 1-2 |
| VIC | 3-6 | 1-2 |
| QLD (Metro) | 2-6 | 1-2 |
| QLD | 6-15 | 2-4 |
| SA (Metro) | 2-4 | 1-2 |
| SA | 4-6 | 2-4 |
| WA (Metro) | 4-6 | 1-2 |
| WA | 6-12 | 3-6 |
| TAS (Metro) | 3-6 | 1-2 |
| TAS | 12-18 | 2-4 |
| NT (Metro) | 3-7 | 3-5 |
Returns
Returning an item
We offer 60-day returns in Australia for change of mind as long as all items are unused, in original packaging (with tags attached), and you have proof of purchase.
Either pop into your local store or post it back to us.
Read more about returns in our help centre.
sun protection
Sun protection that moves with you.
Did you know not all clothing protects you from the sun? Kathmandu UPF 50+ sun protection clothing is designed and tested to block at least 98% of UV rays, helping you stay protected while making the most of days outdoors.
