Virtue Hybrid Shorts 7"
Amphibious: Land or Water | Zipper Pockets | 4-Way Stretch
What makes these shorts incredible?
- Moves with you. Never restricts.
- Dries fast after sweat, rain, or a quick dip.
- Built for land and water. No outfit change needed.
- Secure pockets that won’t dump your stuff mid-move.
- Lightweight comfort you’ll forget you’re wearing.
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One pair of shorts for everything.
Built to replace half the shorts in your drawer.
One pair that can hike, swim, travel, and handle whatever the day turns into without needing to change.
A super stretchy, lightweight fabric moves with you and dries quickly after sweat, rain, or a spontaneous jump in the water. No stiffness, no restriction, no soggy shorts for hours after.
The 7" inseam hits that sweet spot between performance and everyday wear, while a gusseted construction keeps things comfortable through long days of movement. Functional pockets are dialed without excess bulk, including two mesh-lined zippered front pockets and secure rear storage.
We refined the waistband with a stretchy fit and secure snap button closure for all-day comfort that stays put, plus a snap closure on the rear pocket to keep essentials locked in.
From trail miles to travel days to jumping in the lake just because it feels like a good idea, the Virtue Hybrid Shorts are built to do it all—and do it well.
Features & Specs
- Best For: Travel, swimming, hiking, everyday wear, and spontaneous adventures
- Fabric: Super stretchy, lightweight performance fabric
- Comfort: Gusseted construction for unrestricted movement
- Waist: Stretchy waistband with a secure snap button closure and belt loops
- Dry Time: Quick drying performance for water and high output activities
- Storage: Two mesh lined zippered front pockets, rear zipper pocket, rear snap button pocket
- Durability: Built to last and backed by our free lifetime repair program
Fabric Details / Weight
- Heather: 68% Nylon, 20% Polyester, 12% Spandex | Solid: 86% Polyester, 14% Spandex
- Weight: 215g (size M)
- Fabric Weight: Heather: 144 gsm | Solid: 128gsm
Wash / Care Instructions
Wash in cold water with like colors and air dry to extend the life of the garment.
Shipping / Returns
- Fast & Free Shipping: Available on all U.S. orders.
- Free Returns & Exchanges: Items must be new and unwashed.
- Expedited Shipping Cutoff: Orders placed by 12 PM PST ship the same day. Orders placed after 12 PM PST ship the next business day.
- International Shipping: Free on orders over $100.
- More Info: Visit our Shipping & Returns page for full details.
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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This is my second pair of virtue shorts. I’d buy a third pair if Brown were in stock. I hope they continue making the 12 inch, they are excellent for mountain biking, and you can jump in the lake go swimming or paddle boarding with them. Great shorts and a good fit and I love the built in belt.
Love the shorts. lightweight and quick drying. Very comfortable to wear on hot and humid days. Look great for any kind of activity you are about get into.
I love these shorts as they are auper lightweight and comfortable. The large is slightly tighter on the waist than I would prefer (I am usually a size 35 waist) bit overall, a great feel and look!
Recently wore the shorts while on a trip to OR for preparation four our upcoming trip to Europe. My wife really likes the blue grey ones. Will be ordering some travel pants also to test out prior to our trip.
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.
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.
Light, tough, great fit. Love them!
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.
I love these shorts because they're lightweight for hiking yet stylish enough to be worn socially.
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.
A proper fit that has exceeded my expectations. Perfect length for long days in the green mountains
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.
These shorts rock... Feel good, light weight, comfy, look rad. I guess the big brains at Ketl did it again
Great shorts! Comfortable and lightweight.
Love these shorts. Lightweight, cut at the proper length, supremely comfortable.
