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Columbia Sportswear Palmerston Peak Shorts - 9 in. - Men's

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When a sizzling slick-rock scramble ends with a cooling dunk in the Colorado, the Columbia Sportswear Men's Palmerston Peak Shorts are your wingman of choice. Quick-drying and fortified with Omni-Shade™ UPF 50 sun protection, they're equally comfortable whether you're submerged or simply sunbathing. An interior mesh brief provides extra comfort and a zip-closed security pocket ensures you don't lose anything important when you're pulling off the perfect cannonball. An elastic waist with nylon webbing detail ensures a perfect fit on these cleanly cut cargo shorts.
  • Constructed of 100% textured nylon poplin fabric.
  • Omni-Shade™ UPF 50 sun protection keeps you safe from harmful UV rays.
  • Quick dry performance.
  • Zip-closed security pocket.
  • Elastic waist with built in belt.
  • Interior mesh brief.
  • Classic fit.
  • Inseam: 9 in.
  • Import.

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Columbia Sportswear Palmerston Peak Shorts - 9 in. - Men's
 
3.6

(based on 7 reviews)

71%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Reviewed by 7 customers

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5.0

Good outdoor shorts

By daBuffalo

from St. Petersburg, FL

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Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Good for outdoor activity
  • Looks Pretty Good Too
  • Nice fit

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Casual Hot Days
    • Long Hikeswalks
    • Mt Bike riding

    Comments about Columbia Sportswear Palmerston Peak Shorts - 9 in. - Men's:

    Most days in Florida...except the rare cold ones.

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    4.0

    Nice product just be cautious on sizing

    By xbandit

    from Florida

    Verified Buyer

    Comments about Columbia Sportswear Palmerston Peak Shorts - 9 in. - Men's:

    Normally take a large (36" waist) and on this product a medium was recommended for a better fit given there is not much elastic stretch to them and the belt only adjusts slightly

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    2.0

    Beware of sizing

    By Hop-Sing Bob

    from Elizabethtown, PA

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Look Great

    Cons

    • Sizing runs large

    Best Uses

      Comments about Columbia Sportswear Palmerston Peak Shorts - 9 in. - Men's:

      I saw these in a retail store and tried on a pair of mediums (my normal size is 32 waist) and they all but fell on the floor the waist was so big. So I went back to the rack and got another medium to see if it was a fluke...same result. There were no smalls on the rack for me to try.

      Found these online and ordered smalls. I still have to pull the belt strap the whole way over which causes a small amount of binding in the front. I anticipate future problems with the strap as it is not substantial enough to make me think it will not wear out at some point. Because I got smalls the elastic around the legs is a little snug but has not caused any chaffing yet.

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      3.0

      Doesn't seem as sturdy

      By JD

      from Nebraska

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Comfortable

      Cons

      • Belt seems flimsy
      • Not as thick as others

      Best Uses

      • Comfortable in the heat

      Comments about Columbia Sportswear Palmerston Peak Shorts - 9 in. - Men's:

      Have bought other Columbia water shorts from previous years, but all of the the Columbia shorts seem to be thinner and the belts seems to be cheaper. Just don't feel as sturdy as previous years. Belt on one pair stretched out and frayed quickly. Still a comfortable pair of shorts, just not the quality they were before.

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      5.0

      Nice shorts

      By Otter

      from All over

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • very quick dry

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Swimming

        Comments about Columbia Sportswear Palmerston Peak Shorts - 9 in. - Men's:

        They look good for everyday wear, and you can just jump in the water if you feel like it. They will be dry quickly and still look good.

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        3.0

        Snake River has more features

        By Doug

        from Chicago, IL

        Pros

        • Elasticized waist
        • Nice Material

        Cons

        • No back pocket
        • Stitching is contrasting

        Best Uses

        • Casual use as shorts
        • Water activities

        Comments about Columbia Sportswear Palmerston Peak Shorts - 9 in. - Men's:

        These are very nice shorts but there may be some style issues that you could miss.

        The stitching is large and in contrasting colors. This may be a fashion design you like, or maybe you want a more subdued look.

        If you are used to a back pocket for a wallet or whatever, please not this does not have one. It does have a side pocket, though.

        There is nothing wrong with these shorts as long as you are well aware of the features.

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        3.0

        50-50

        By Keith

        from Indiana

        Pros

        • Comfort
        • Fit

        Cons

        • Bad buckle

        Best Uses

        • Kayaking
        • Swimming

        Comments about Columbia Sportswear Palmerston Peak Shorts - 9 in. - Men's:

        I got 2 of them. Columbia stuff always fits me and they use good materials. One has a bad cinching buckle and it tears the web belt. My first disappointment from Columbia. I still recommend because I think it is a fluke.

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        • Q:

          Do these shorts have two side pockets, one with a zipper and the other closed via Velcro?
          Asked on 6/7/2012 by Anonymous from Beaverton, OR

          1 answer

          • Staff Reviewer

            A:

            The 2 front hip pockets are mesh and are not zipper closed or Velcro close able.

            Answered on 6/8/2012 by Steve from Campmor
        • Q:

          do these shorts have rear pockets? Rear view doesn't display here.
          Asked on 6/7/2012 by Hal from San Diego

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          • Staff Reviewer

            A:

            The Columbia Sportswear Palmerston Peak Shorts - 9 in. - Men's does not have a rear pocket.

            Answered on 6/7/2012 by Steve from Campmor
        • Q:

          Do these have 2 zippered cargo pocket or just 1???

          I'm seeing them elsewhere with 2 zip pockets but your description says only one? Can you clear up the confusion and thanks?
          Asked on 6/5/2012 by Anonymous

          1 answer

          • Staff Reviewer

            A:

            These shorts have only one zippered cargo pocket.

            Answered on 6/6/2012 by Betty
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