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Mission Workshop Apoch Short | Image

Mission Workshop Apoch Short
Finding a pair of shorts that can power through the rigors of long hikes as well as daily commutes is something any guy will want to find and snatch up every color. The Apoch by Mission Workshop is an all-around short designed for hiking, climbing and casual biking with clean tailored lines that seamlessly blend into the city or backcountry. The ve...read more
Roark Passage Boatman Boardshorts | Image

Roark Passage Boatman Boardshorts
Roark Revival are specialists in adventure-ready garments, their gear is tested every year on epic journeys around the globe. Hong Kong was the destination of inspiration for their spring 2019 lineup. Their Boatman Boardshorts were field-tested along the tropical beaches of Hong Kong where they absolutely crushed many open ocean surf sessions. They...read more
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Mountain Standard Tech Short
Mountain Standard is a relatively new outerwear brand that inspires wearers to seek adventure, they craft products that are versatile, technical, yet refined. Their new Tech Short is made with a mechanical stretch fabric with a moisture-wicking finish, making them ideal for moving and stretching in all sorts of conditions. The quick drying short is...read more
Vuori Cruise Boardshorts | Image

Vuori Cruise Boardshorts
Looking for a new pair of boar shorts for those hot summer days on the beach? Inspired by the creative and health-conscious culture of its home in California, Vuori makes comfortable boardshorts with a mix of form, function and great style. The stylish Vuori Cruise boardshorts offer more optimal movement on land, and are perfect for hot yoga, a run...read more
Roark Layover Travel Shorts | Image

Roark Layover Travel Shorts
As the name suggests, the Layover Travel Shorts by Roark are built to be the only pair you need on a trip, and are designed for a life on the move during the hottest summer months. The versatile shorts are made with a stretchy blended nylon and cotton fabric that stays comfortable even when you are in a rush, and feature a drawstring closure for ea...read more
Foehn Brise Short | Image

Foehn Brise Short
Canadian-based climbing apparel company Foehn is injecting technical outdoor apparel with a keen sense of style, they first caught our attention with their stylish climbing pants. Now the brand have recently launched a pair of shorts based on that same design. The Brise Shorts are ready to exceed all your previous expectations for what a performanc...read more
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Vollebak 100 Year Shorts | Image

Vollebak 100 Year Shorts
If you were thinking about chopping a pair of Vollebak´s amazing 100 Year Pants in half to make the ultimate pair of shorts, don’t. They’ve done it for you. The rugged 100 Year Shorts can withstand fire, are water-repellant yet breathable, and feature military grade stainless steel details such as the belt or the ankle straps. Made from Polyamide, ...read more
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Horizon Hybrid Shorts
The Horizon Hybrid Shorts by Howler Brothers find the sweet spot between technical innovation, comfort, and stylish Western charm. This is the perfect amphibious short for the water-loving adventurer, whether you are free diving below or line fishing on deck, these lightweight hybrid shorts will get the job done with quick-dry fabric that is ideal ...read more
Loch Bike Short | Image

Loch Bike Short
Finding a pair of shorts that can power through the rigors of long distance rides as well as daily commutes is something as cyclist will want to find and snatch up every color. The Loch by Mission Workshop is designed to be the ultimate do-it-all short. It is made with a lightweight, mil-spec stretch fabric that allows for a full range of movement ...read more
Taylor Stitch Boardshort | Image

Taylor Stitch Boardshort
In celebration of summer weather, California-based Taylor Stitch have introduced a tailored surf trunk that is classic, fast drying and durable. This terrific-looking beach essential is crafted with a four-way stretch recycled polyester-spandex blend, and is cut just above the knee with fixed waistband and durable craftsmanship. Most at home in sal...read more
Apex Trunk By Kelly Slater | Image

Apex Trunk By Kelly Slater
He has been crowned Surf´s World Champion a record 11 times, now Kelly Slater has ventured into the fashion world, and has recently unveiled his new clothing brand - Outerknown, a brand commited to a sustainable and ethical manufacturing processes. After nearly two years of development and testing by Slater himself, the performance-driven Apex Trun...read more
Layover Stretch Travel Shorts | Image

Layover Stretch Travel Shorts
As the name suggests, the Layover Stretch Travel Shorts are built to be the only pair you need on a trip, and are designed for a life on the move during the hottest summer months. The versatile shorts are made with a stretchy blended nylon and cotton fabric that stays comfortable even when you´re in a rush, and feature a drawstring closure for easi...read more
Mission Workshop Anaga Board Short | Image

Mission Workshop Anaga Board Short
Mission Workshop are mostly known for their awesome, bags, but the brand has evolved in recent years into making some very advanced technical apparel. Their latest offering is the Anaga Board Short, a lightweight, flexible and extremely durable short, made from a 150gsm 4-way-stretch woven textile, a fabric that is fast drying and water repellent. ...read more
Vollebak Ocean Shorts | Image

Vollebak Ocean Shorts
Could these be the most high-performance pair of shorts ever built? Vollebak have introduced the Ocean Shorts, constructed with a single bonded seam so nothing can chafe, with welded barracks for extra strength, and a high stretch fabric that stretches like an elastic band allowing total unrestricted movement. Although ideal for water sport...read more
A Commuter Short with Panache | Image

A Commuter Short with Panache
The Capital Short from OLIVERS is a commuter short with panache. These aren’t your old cotton chinos - they move freely and repel water. Finally a pair of shorts we can wear on Summer Fridays that´ll carry us through to Monday. ...read more
Wolaco Compression Shorts | Image

Wolaco Compression Shorts
Most people like to jam out to music while they train, but keeping a phone secure without bouncing around with your every movement is cumbersome and annoying. Enter the Wolaco Compression Shorts, with added space and protection for your essentials, they come with two integral water-resistant pockets to keep your keys, phone, cash, and cards secure ...read more
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August 2019 Finds On Huckberry
Once again we have teamed up with our good friends at Huckberry to update our custom, curated BTS Shop. We have picked the most exciting fresh deals this month, with some great opportunities to get your hands on the coolest apparel and travel gear for an active lifestyle and outdoor adventures. Check out our new curated list of some of the coolest products and de...
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Pocket Dump: August 2019
"Pocket Dump" is our new monthly roundup series of EDC (Everyday Carry) items. These items are carried on a consistent basis to assist in dealing with normal everyday needs of modern society, including possible emergency situations. Every guy could use a little more gear in his pockets, so this month we have rounded up the ultimate guide to EDC essentials for the modern and discerning gentleman. P...
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August 2019 Finds On Amazon
Once again we are here to help you find the best products on Amazon. This month we have found some more cool, beautiful and functional products buried deep in Amazon´s massive catalog. We showcase a list of products that caught our attention, either for their great discount price, for their great customer ratings, or simply because they are pretty goddamn awesome. Product details below. ...