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While the swim trunk is considered leisure apparel made for recreational beach, lake or poolside usage, the board short is a purpose-built product made for active performance for a wide range of water-based activities. Shorter styles will have less material and will be easier to swim in whereas longer styles can easily transition to day-to-day holiday wear. Get beach ready with a pair of classic swim shorts in a selection of patterns and styles from plain, to cargo, or if surfing is your thing, then we have the boardshorts for you.
Decathlon are a solid bet for cold water swimming gear and these 4mm neoprene jammers are adjustable (a must with tight-fitting gear), chlorine-resistant and a favourite of our wild swimming enthusiast tester.
Men's Swim shorts liners are often a topic of discussion for men's swimwear, but what was their original purpose? Taking you from pool to street to beach, a decent pair of swimming shorts transcend circumstance and can be worn to and from your swimming spot or simply about town on hot days, thanks to their moisture-wicking and quick-drying properties. Choose from a range of men's swim shorts and discover colours to make a bold statement or pick from top-of-the-range men’s swimwear for unbeatable comfort and modern technology.
Instantly recognisable with their wide, sky-blue deck chair stripes, you’ll never get lost in this pair of swim shorts.
These three-inch swim shorts from our favourite workout brand Gymshark tick all the boxes — pockets to each side, a slim fit and side splits to aid movement — while showing off your leg day gains (another reason not to skip it, fellas). Choose your looks from all-over patterns, 3-Stripes detailing or classy and subtle adidas branding – choose styles with pockets for small items, breathable fabric to keep you cool and even inbuilt sun protection. For example, if one were to try to swim laps in swim shorts, the pockets would fill up with water and, with even minimal momentum, the elastic waist would pull down. In fact, swim trunks with mesh lining like this actually contribute to worse cases of chafing which really defeats their entire purpose. Made by OAS, they come complete with quick-drying fabric, a drawstring waist and a flattering mid-length cut.
Yes, but when it comes to compression liner swim trunks and chafe-free trunks like ours, it’s best to leave it in place. Since board shorts were originally developed for surfing, slightly longer shorts give the wearer more thigh and knee protection while paddling and from sun exposure. That said, there are times when the number of hours spent in a liner-less board short is so extensive that some chafing may occur. I can withdraw my consent, for example, via the “Unsubscribe” button within the e-mail newsletter, at any time. Board shorts come in a wide range of fabrics, from recycled polyester to cotton blends to nylon to canvas.Cooling: Without a liner, air can circulate more freely, keeping you cooler and potentially reducing the risk of heat rash or other skin irritation. Keep in mind that anyone can view public collections - they may also appear in recommendations and other places.