Virtue Hybrid Shorts 9"

Amphibious: Land or Water | Zipper Pockets | 4-Way Stretch

Sale price$79

Color: Brown
Size: L / 34"
Inseam Length: 9"
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Super stretchy & versatile.

A single pair of shorts that can hike, swim, travel, lounge, and still look good grabbing dinner after. The Virtue Hybrid Shorts pair useful details like secure zipper pockets and a place to hang your sunglasses with lightweight, breathable, super stretchy fabric that stays comfortable and versatile whether you are on land or in the water.

Hidden zipper pockets on both front pockets and the rear right pocket, along with a snap button closure on the back left, help make sure your phone, wallet, or whatever else you are carrying is not going anywhere.

The fabric is the key reason these are the Swiss Army knife of hybrid shorts. Super stretchy, lightweight, breathable, surprisingly durable, and quick-drying, they are built to move seamlessly from land to water and right back again.

Comfortable enough to lounge in, hike in, and travel in, while still looking good no matter where you end up. Stretchier than you are flexible and breathable enough to keep your twig and berries nice and cool.

A stretchy waistband paired with a TSA-friendly internal drawstring, snap button closure, and our signature anti-plumber’s crack technology keeps them snug, comfortable, and easy to live in all summer long.

Features & Specs
  • 9" inseam great for hiking & everyday activities
  • Functional, minimalist design
  • Gusset keeps the family jewels nice and comfortable
  • Super stretchy, lightweight fabric provides freedom of movement
  • Grippy waistband
  • Stretchy waistband with a secure snap button closure and belt loops
  • Quick drying so you can take a bath in the lake and not regret it
  • 2 mesh lined front pockets
  • Rear zipper pocket

What Customers Are Saying...

Aaron H.

Best Shorts Ever

These Virtue Hybrid shorts are super comfortable, fit well, move well, and feel bullet proof. These are top notch!

Evan F.

Astonishing Shorts

They really figured out the best lengths and features a short can have and put it all in one amazing pair.

Alex S.

Love These!

Really nice stretchy material, zippered pockets so your phone doesn't fall out, and the internal drawstring to dial in the perfect fit.

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Super Stretchy

Quick Dry

Lightweight

Land or Sea

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Andrew Seo (United States)
Blue Fog / S / 30"
Fit:
Too small
Too big
Why did you buy this? : Website
Height: 5'6 - 5'9
Weight Range: 126 - 150 lbs.
Versatile

Shorts are well made with quality materials. They are light. I can wear them for hiking all day and I can still wear it with a polo shirt out to dinner when on vacation. It’s has a nice cut to it. Not too baggy. Plenty of pockets that are secured by zippers. My favorite shorts.

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Matthew Wang (Japan)
Charcoal / S / 30"
Fit:
Too small
Too big
Why did you buy this? : Looking for travel shorts for athletic build
Height: 5'10 - 6'1
Weight Range: 151 - 175 lbs
Stretch allows for movement and a comfortable fit

Stretch allows for movement and a comfortable fit. Enough room in seat and thighs without having to significantly size up the waist. If pockets are loaded, the internal drawstring works well as a belt. Incredibly fast drying. Be aware that screen touches on your phone can be registered through the pocket lining. If you don't lock your screen, your phone will start doing its own thing as it bounces around in your pocket.

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Nicholas Gilpin (United States)
Blue Fog / L / 34"
Height: 6'2 - 6'6
Weight Range: 176 - 200 lbs.
Just the perfect shorts

Light, tough, great fit. Love them!

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Kristine Harrison (United States)
Brown / XL / 36"
Why did you buy this? : He saw an ad on Facebook
Height: 5'10 - 6'1
Weight Range: 201 - 225 lbs
My husband has loved these from the first time he put them on

My husband has loved these from the first time he put them on. He said they are the most comfortable shorts and he wears them all the time. He now wants every color available!! I’m sure by the fall he will want every color of the pants.

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Eugene R Lopez (United States)
Charcoal / L / 34"
Why did you buy this? : For travel
Height: 5'10 - 6'1
Weight Range: 176 - 200 lbs.
Lightweight & Stylish

I love these shorts because they're lightweight for hiking yet stylish enough to be worn socially.

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JASON Kaveh (United States)
Brown / L / 34"
Why did you buy this? : Taking them on a 7 day backpacking trip this July.
Height: 5'10 - 6'1
Weight Range: 176 - 200 lbs.
Great Shorts! Almost 5 Stars!

These are really great shorts. Fit and feel are fantastic! I love them and I’ll buy more. My ONLY issue with them is that the only places you can carry a clipped pocket knife is either on the back left pocket or in the waist band. Neither being great options whether you’re hiking or wearing them daily.

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Jeff M Sobrero (United States)
Blue Fog / M / 32"
Why did you buy this? : Needed a short that fit the demand of difficult trails
Height: 6'2 - 6'6
Weight Range: 176 - 200 lbs.
A proper fit that has exceeded my expectations

A proper fit that has exceeded my expectations. Perfect length for long days in the green mountains

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Kurt Miller (United States)
Brown / S / 30"
Why did you buy this? : Want slightly shorter, nicer material short than I owned. Like other Ketl products
Height: 5'10 - 6'1
Weight Range: 126 - 150 lbs.
New favorite everyday short

New favorite everyday short. I have other brand longer shorts with cargo pockets which are handy but often rub top of knee. These are a great length when I don’t feel like the longer ones. Not having cargo pockets and the look and quality of the material make then a bit dressier for short appropriate occasions that look great. Quite comfy. I like the bit of stretch the fabric has and the rubber strip inside waist band. Zippered pockets and the one button back pocket is nice feature. I did not expect the built in belt on 9”. Thought that was only on 12” but glad it has it. Not sure belt on 9” is the normal version. I have a few other Ketl shirts and shorts and am a big fan of their products.

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Gabriel Vallejo (United States)
Green / M / 32"
Why did you buy this? : They are cook
Height: 5'10 - 6'1
Weight Range: 176 - 200 lbs.
These shorts rock

These shorts rock... Feel good, light weight, comfy, look rad. I guess the big brains at Ketl did it again

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Dave Nicholson (United States)
Black / M / 32"
Why did you buy this? : Travel and hiking
Great shorts!

Great shorts! Comfortable and lightweight.

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Dave Offer (United States)
Blue Fog / L / 34"
Why did you buy this? : Needed some shorts to replace my old Quiksilver hybrids.
Height: 5'10 - 6'1
Weight Range: 176 - 200 lbs.
Love these shorts

Love these shorts. Lightweight, cut at the proper length, supremely comfortable.

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Brendan shaw (Canada)
Green / L / 34"
Why did you buy this? : Online
Height: 5'10 - 6'1
Weight Range: 176 - 200 lbs.
These shorts are absurdly good

These shorts are absurdly good. I'm Canadian, and with the exchange....I wasn't keen, to be honest. But it was either buy shorts, or pay nearly the same amount to ship my sun hoodie (adding the shorts got me free shipping). Anyway, it turns out these shorts are the best. I'm not sure if it's mentioned in the description, there is little rubber band inside the waist of the shorts which is especially useful. I'm a 33". The site does say size up to 34 if you're concerned about a tight fit, and they were correct. They DO still fit large. But, that little rubber band has just enough grip to hold the shorts up better than if they didn't have them. And then of course there's also the internal drawstring. So you really can't be wrong on sizing, you'll always be able to make them fit right. Plus they dry fast, plus the front pockets zip close, plus there's a utility look you can clip to, PLUS the very first time I wore them and told no one I had new shorts, a female friend commented on how sharp they looked.

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Michael Thompson (United States)
Blue Fog / M / 32"
Why did you buy this? : Upcoming trips to National Parks and Costa Rica
Height: 5'6 - 5'9
Weight Range: 151 - 175 lbs
My New Favorite Shorts

Let me start by saying that I am NOT a mountain biker. I stumbled across these when looking for hybrid shorts for some upcoming trips. I like the look of slash pockets and the fact that these had zipper pockets was a plus. I ordered two pairs hoping they would be as good as I thought they would be and I was not disappointed. The construction and material are top notch and while the hybrid material does make a slight “swish swish” it is not at all annoying. I believe these shorts will work great for my trips and all of my planned activities, from hiking, rafting, and even going out. Yes, they may not be “dressy” per se, but they look good enough to pair with a polo or button down and let’s be honest, if you are wearing shorts out somewhere at night, it isn’t a place that is strict on the dress code. With a warranty and repair policy that is honestly second to none, just pull the trigger. The only complaint, if I had one, would be that they need a stone or khaki color as that would make a more versatile short over the very “outdoorsy” colors they have. But that is a minor complaint/request for what is a fantastic pair of shorts from KETL Mountain!

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starburst
Blue Fog / XL / 36"
Why did you buy this? : Liked the idea of hybrid, versatile shorts.
Height: 6'2 - 6'6
Weight Range: 201 - 225 lbs
Shades of Grey

Lightweight, comfortable, quick-drying. A sober design suitable for everyday wear. I got it in Black and Blue Fog.

Note that the back left pocket (buttoned) is wider than on the trousers, which causes your phone to rest horizontally. I find this cumbersome, uncomfortable.

On the photo are Grey and Blue Grey trousers, Grey hoodie and Blue Fog Virtue shorts.

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Devin Healey (United States)
Blue Fog / M / 32"
Why did you buy this? : Looking for good travel short that meets several purposes.
Height: 5'6 - 5'9
Weight Range: 151 - 175 lbs
These may be the best shorts I’ve ever owned

These may be the best shorts I’ve ever owned. They are comfortable, stylish, and functional. The zip pockets keep things in place. The tie belt makes it possible to wear without a belt. Liked them enough to immediately buy another pair. Plan on buying more in the future.

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gibran castro (United States)
Brown / L / 34"
Why did you buy this? : i was looking for a new pair of shorts
Height: 5'6 - 5'9
Weight Range: 176 - 200 lbs.
Best shorts out there

I love the shorts. I genuinely hope they soon introduce a pair with a 5-inch inseam, as these are my go-to shorts for everyday activities

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JD Campbell (United States)
Brown / M / 32"
Why did you buy this? : Looking for an all around short with a stretchy waistband, securable pockets, drawstring, and belt loops. These have all of thar.
Height: 5'10 - 6'1
Weight Range: 151 - 175 lbs
All around goodness

Love the length, feel, and utility. It's great not having to always wear a belt due to the drawstring. The zippered pockets are handy.