What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"I live in the Reserve Light Check EW 18in Short when I’m on the move. The elastic waist makes it super comfortable, and the hybrid fabric handles beach days, hikes, or just running errands. They look clean enough to wear out but feel like athletic shorts."When comfort meets function, we get the Reserve Light Check Elastic Waist 18in Short. This hybrid design blends the laid-back fit of an elastic waistband with the clean style of a classic walkshort—perfect for those days when plans shift from surf to street.The lightweight stretch fabric dries quickly, moves easily, and holds up through everything from coastal hikes to lazy weekends. With an 18-inch outseam and 8-inch inseam, it hits above the knee for modern mobility. Whether we’re traveling light or kicking back close to home, this short always keeps pace.
Material: 64% polyester, 28% cotton, 8% elastane;
Fit: regular;
Length: mid-thigh;
Outseam: 18in;
Pockets: 2 hand, 2 back;
Inseam: 8in;
Waist: elastic, belt loops;
Fly: zippered, buttoned;
Activity: casual;
Manufacturer Warranty: limited 90 days;
storecredits: 0.0;
Style Variants
Available Colors: Navy, Seagrass
Size Reference for O'Neill Waist 18in Short - Men's
Available Sizes: S, M, L
