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Gamma Short 9" Women's S26

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$78 $120 In stock

Category: Women's Apparel

This Gamma SL Short from Arc'teryx is the ultimate softshell short for hiking, scrambling, and rock climbing.  Features include a waistband that is comfortable under a harness or pack hipbelt, 2 zippered hand pockets, a harness-friendly zippered thigh pocket, and articulated patterning with a gusseted crotch for unrestricted mobility and freedom of movement.  The new version of the former Gamma Lightweight Short.

Details

  • Recycled Fortius DW 2.0 Softshell Fabric.  125 g/m² Nylon Double Weave.  88% Nylon, 12% Elastane
  • FC0 Water Repellent Finish
  • Low-Profile Waistband with Ladder Lock Waist Adjuster and Offset Buckle
  • Front Zippered Fly with Snap Closure
  • Two Zippered Hand Pockets
  • Harness-Friendly Zippered Thigh Pocket
  • Articulated Patterning
  • Gusseted Crotch
  • Mid-Rise
  • Fitted
  • Durable
  • Breathable
  • Lightweight
  • Stretchy
  • Wind Resistant
  • Water Repellent
  • Versatile
  • 7.1 oz (200 g)
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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Emma Q. ★★★★★

These shorts are a game-changer for summer scrambles; the fabric breathes so well I never felt sticky. The zippered pocket is just deep enough to hold my phone securely while I'm climbing. I've already worn them on three different hikes and they look as good as new.

Julian M. ★★★★★

The waistband doesn't dig in at all under my climbing harness, which was my biggest worry. They also dry out super fast after wading through a creek on the trail.

Stella T. ★★★★★

I love how these shorts move with me during climbing—the waistband stays put under my harness without any bunching. The fabric is lightweight yet durable enough for scrambling over rocky terrain. Perfect balance of stretch and structure for active days outside.