Customer Reviews Prana Stretch Zion 12" Short

CHEAP, not what they used to be! Prana has been making these shorts for years, and WERE my favorite shorts. The two pair I bought this year are a cheap knock off of the original. The fabric is garbage. Started pilling and snagging first could weeks, now they look completely raggedy a few months in. Prana saved a buck with cheaper material, but totally compromised what used to be a super high quality product. Prana has not resolved my complaint. Very disappointed.

perfect

Size 32 was a perfect fit for my 32 inch waist. Great styling, no belt required. Fabric appears very durable.

my son wears at work at Sonic in the heat.

I'm 6' tall with a wiry build so finding shorts that fit me without looking too baggy or boxy is always a challenge. Fortunately these Prana stretch Zion shorts are pretty close to perfect. I like the 12" inseam length which for me hangs just below the kneecaps. The leg openings aren't overly wide but still have plenty of room for freedom of movement. I primarily use these shorts when hiking and backpacking and so far they've withstood a lot of abuse. Very well made and worthy of rugged adventures.

Longtime customer, first review I've ever written on Zappos. I've had a pair of these for a couple years and am buying another. They're super comfortable, lightweight, durable, stretchy, resist sweat and moisture, and are perfect for long hikes, bike rides, bouldering, and just about anything else you can throw at them. Reviewer at the top who says the two-zip leg pocket is annoying is wrong: if you're sitting on a bike, in a car, at the bar... then you have access to the pocket without having to stand up. These shorts are perfect.

Needed shorts capable of withstanding the abuse of extended backpacking trips and so far the stretch Zion shorts are perfect. They're relatively lightweight and quick drying, ideal for sweaty hikes. Haven't had em long but the quality of the fabric and construction seems conducive to the rigors of backcountry adventures.

These shorts are wonderful, they fit true to size, they look great and are very comfortable. They are very lightweight and are perfect for hot weather. Will definitely buy again!

I have 7 pairs in various colors... i think that says enough!! Best shorts, super comfortable, can use for casual, work etc.. They are extremely durable and dry fast if they get wet.

My husband LOVES these shorts! So comfortable! He loves to wear them on land as well as in the water! They wear well and are always in style! He likes the 12 inch length and he loves all the pockets!

This is my 4th purchase of the prana shorts. The other three I ordered in the 12” inseam and this one I ordered the 10”. I must say, I love the shorts and I wear them literally everyday innthr Summer regardless of the activity I’m doing. I do wish prana would come up with an 11” inseam. The 12” seems too long and hangs well below my knee. The 10” hits just slightly too high up my leg in my opinion. Regardless, I’ll continue wearing both lengths as these shorts are amazing! Felt true to size. I’m 6’1, 215 lbs and ordered the 36” waste.

Love Prana shorts. Comfortable and stylish.

These are amazing -- best shorts I've had in ...ever? Definitely worth the premium price. Just buy them now and give them a try!

The benchmark for shorts. These are by far the best fitting, best looking shorts I've bought in a LONG time. I has hesitant to a pair since they're a little more expensive. After trying them on I bought a second pair in a different color without any hesitation.

I've been buying these shorts for my 18 year old son for the past three years. His school requires them to wear khaki colored shorts and pants. They are the only shorts he wears. So comfortable and easy to wash, quick hang dry, and wear. Worth the price.

I literally received the shorts in the mail today and within five minutes of having them on, I went back online and ordered a second and third pair in different colors. I was a bit skeptical reading about the fabric and thought it might be too stretchy and pictured some type of yoga short for men (if that's possible). Once I got them on, it was very clear that the stretch was not anywhere near a yoga stretch and was simply perfect to make the shorts so comfortable. The outer layer is tough and I'm excited to have some decent shirts to hike in and not worry about tearing. I now wear them essentially anyday it's nice outside. For reference, I'm 6'1" and 220 lbs. and the 36" waste and 12" inseam are exactly what I was hoping. Actually, an 11" inseam would be perfect, but whatever, close enough!

Bought these for my husband. They are great on slimmer men since the cinch at the waist help the fit without making them gathered. Love the product

These are great shorts. They fit great. Wash great. Look good. They are true to size.

Beware! The sizing of the current Stretch Zion short DOES NOT match the Stretch Zion Pant. As a point of reference: I'm 5'11", 185 pounds, and by nearly all sizing charts for any brand, I should be a "32" waist….However, because I have wider hips/fuller butt relative to my frame, I often struggle to find pants/shorts that fit well. I had purchased the size "Medium" Stretch Zion short approximately 2 years ago and loved them! I loved them so much that I sought out the Stretch Zion pants the next year. By this time, the sizing for the pant had switched from S/M/L to waist sizes. In my experience, the waist size "33" was a perfect match to my "Medium" shorts (in case you were interested, I go with 34 length). In need of a pair of black pants and shorts, I ordered one of each in size "33" waist, only to discover that the fit of the shorts does not match the fit of the pants, proving to fit much more snug in the waist, hips, and thighs, essentially being more like a size "32". I exchanged the shorts for a size "34", and they are identical in fit to the size "33" pant. Other than the sizing discrpency, these are still great pants/shorts. I hope this helps.

These shorts are optimally functional, durable, and stylish. There are only a few brands that make 12" shorts geared for the outdoors, and this is one my favorites. I'm 6' 1" and they come to the top of my knee. The new sizing is better targeted to your exact size than the old S/M/L scheme. Highly recommend.