Columbia Hike II Short - Boys' Collegiate Navy, L

What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"I picked up the Columbia Hike II Short for a kid in my family before a summer camping trip, and they wore them on every single hike without a word of complaint. The Omni-Freeze waistband was a standout feature on the hot days, and the hook-and-loop back pocket kept a few small treasures secure all the way down the trail."Hot summer trails demand gear that can keep up with kids who never seem to slow down. The Columbia Hike II Short is built for exactly that energy, pairing sun protection and moisture management in a lightweight stretch fabric that moves freely no matter how creative the route gets. The polyester and elastane blend handles everything from steep switchbacks to streamside scrambles without restricting a single step. Columbia's Omni-Shade UPF 50 construction shields skin from UVA and UVB rays during long exposed stretches, while Omni-Wick fabric pulls sweat away from the skin and pushes it to the surface to evaporate fast. The Omni-Freeze waistband takes things a step further with sweat-activated cooling that kicks in right when the effort peaks, keeping comfort high even when the temperature isn't cooperating. An elastic drawcord waist adjusts for a secure fit on the move, hand pockets handle the essentials, and a hook-and-loop back pocket keeps the small treasures of the trail safe from start to finish.