Men's Reverb 7" Short

One short for the trail, the creek, and everything after.

$74
Color: Smoke
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Top features
Do-it-all design
Quick-dry, water-resistant
UPF 40+ sun protection
Description

The Reverb Short is a jack-of-all-trades performance short, built to handle whatever the day has in store. Part athletic short, part swim short, part everyday short — ready for the trails behind your house and an impromptu dip in the creek.

Quick-dry, water-resistant construction means it dries fast, so you can head straight to post-hike beers without an outfit change. Spontaneous and up for anything.

Perfect for
Day hikes
Light & fast.
Swim days
Drains & dries fast.
Everyday
Errands to easy days.
Sun protection
High-UV days.
Features
  • Do-it-all design. Part athletic short, part swim short, part everyday short — ready for whatever the day holds.
  • Quick-dry, water-resistant. PFAS-free DWR sheds water and the fabric dries fast after an impromptu creek dip.
  • UPF 40+ sun protection. Coverage for long days when shade is hard to come by.
  • 4-way stretch. 9% spandex keeps trail scrambles and box jumps unrestricted.
  • Planet-minded fabric. Built with recycled and bamboo-based fibers to take less from the places you play.
Size & Fit
Slim
Regular
Relaxed

Relaxed through the body with room to layer. Size down for a closer fit.

  • Adjustable elastic waistband
  • Extra room in the thigh for comfort
  • Tapered leg
  • 7” inseam
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Materials
  • Fabric: Ultra-soft quick-dry woven.
  • Composition: 40% Recycled Polyester / 34% Polyester / 17% Cotton / 9% Spandex with PFAS-free DWR.
  • Care: Machine wash cold with like colors. Tumble dry low.
About the brand

Free Fly started with a love of the water and a mission to make natural, breathable clothing that keeps up. Their bamboo-based fabrics are buttery soft and built for comfort from sunrise paddle to sunset hang. At Mountain Sports, we love Free Fly because it’s made for life lived outside — easygoing, effortless, and always adventure-ready.

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SKU MRVBS-7-327 · Style MRVBS
Size guide

Free Fly Size Chart - Men's Apparel

Free Fly Sizing Chart

All measurements are in inches and reflect body measurements. If you are in between sizes, size up for comfort.

Men's Size Guide (Men's Apparel - single chart for tops and bottoms):

Alpha Sizes Numeric Sizes Chest Waist Hip Sleeve
S 30–31 36–38 30–32 34–37 32–33
M 32–33 38–40 32–34 37–39 33–34
L 34–35 41–43 35–37 40–42 34–35
XL 36–38 44–46 38–40 43–45 35–36
XXL 40 47–49 41–43 46–48 36–37
3XL 50–52 44–46 49–51 36–37

Numeric Sizes are waist equivalents. How to measure: Chest - circumference at the widest part of the chest, about 1" down from armpit; Sleeve - with arm slightly bent, from center back neck to shoulder, down arm to wrist bone; True Waist - around the natural waist, narrowest part of the torso; Hip - around the fullest part of the hips. Inseam length is listed on each product page.

Performance

How it ranks across conditions.

Calibrated against comparable products we stock, so you can compare like for like.

Stretch

Low
Moderate
High
Top

4-way stretch with 9% spandex for full freedom of movement.

Quick-dry

Low
Moderate
High
Top

Quick-dry, water-resistant build — swim it, then walk it dry.

Breathability

Low
Moderate
High
Top

Soft woven blend breathes well through sweaty efforts.

Best for

Is this right for you?

Trail-to-creek days

Hike the trails behind your house, take an impromptu dip, and dry out before post-hike beers.

Not for: Want a beach-first trunk? Try the Palmera Trunk

Everyday athletic wear

Stretch, UPF 40+, and mesh-lined pockets for workouts and weekend errands alike.

Not for: Prefer something even lighter and airier? See the Breeze 8" Short

Full spec sheet

Technical Specs

Inseam7"
Fabric40% Recycled Poly / 34% Poly / 17% Cotton / 9% Spandex
FinishPFAS-free DWR, water-resistant
Sun protectionUPF 40+
WaistbandElastic with drawcord
PocketsMesh-lined hand + back patch
SizesSM–3XL
Questions, answered

Before you buy.

Pulled from chats, emails and store visits. The things people actually ask us before they buy. Don't see yours?

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How do Free Fly bottoms fit — should I size up or down?

Most Free Fly bottoms run true to size with stretch built into the fabric, so your usual size is the right call for most people. Fits do vary by style — from the Breeze line's relaxed cut to the slimmer Anchor 5 Pocket — so check the Size & Fit notes and the size guide on each product page before ordering.

Can I swim in the Reverb Short?

Yes — the Reverb is part athletic short, part swim short, part everyday short. The quick-dry, water-resistant fabric (PFAS-free DWR) handles a creek dip or a swim, then dries fast enough to head straight to your post-hike plans.

What pockets does the Reverb Short have?

Mesh-lined hand pockets that breathe and drain, plus a back patch pocket for keys or a wallet.

How should I wash and dry these?

Machine wash cold with like colors on a gentle cycle, then tumble dry low or hang dry. Skip bleach and fabric softener — they break down stretch fibers. Always check the sewn-in care label; some fabrics, like Free Fly's stretch canvas, do best washed inside out and hung to dry.

Find the right one for you

How the Reverb 7" Short compares

Head-to-head against the closest alternatives we stock, so you can see where this one sits before you commit.

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Inseam6"—7.5"
FabricBreeze stretch wovenLightweight stretch wovenRepreve poly / organic cotton
Sun protectionUPF 50+—UPF 50+
WaistAdjustable elasticPartial elastic, button flyFixed, button fly
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