Mesa Short 8.5" Reviews

Sam W.

Apr 1, 2026

3/5

Too slim in the thighs

I'm 6'2" 210lbs. I typically wear a 34 and could be a 35 in some pants/shorts. I ordered a size 34 in the Mesa short. The fit in the waist was fine, but fit in the butt and thighs was more of a slim fit style. I returned these shorts.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: Runs small

Size: 34

Aaron B.

Apr 15, 2026

5/5

Loved my fist pair enough

Loved my fist pair enough to get a second. Very comfortable, breathable, and perfect length. True to size, and a great look.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Hemlock Green · Size: 32

Kyle G.

Apr 5, 2026

5/5

Nice Fit

Nice fit and comfortable. I like the small zipper pocket too (perfect size for cellphone). Good length for tall folks.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Size: 36

Lee Y.

Apr 7, 2026

5/5

Great shorts

Fit is great. Have a little stretch to them. Breaths really well. Probably order another pair or two.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Starlight Blue · Size: 38

Chris W.

Mar 27, 2026

5/5

Comfortable and good length

These shorts are comfortable and just the right length. The stop above the knee but they’re not super short. And I like the zipper pocket that’s the same as the mesa pant.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Hemlock Green · Size: 36

Dan M.

Apr 2, 2026

4/5

Fitted

Waist runs true to size but overall the short is a touch too fitted for my athletic build. Would prefer a touch more room and a 9" length.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Iron Grey · Size: 34

Timothy H.

Mar 31, 2026

5/5

Mesa short 8. 5

These were perfect for Hawai’i! Love the got and pockets. I love these. I wish I would have bought a second pair for the trip.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Starlight Blue · Size: 36

Gary J.

Apr 2, 2026

4/5

Great shorts pockets too shallow

Great shorts wear great only complaint shallow pockets

Verified Buyer

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Starlight Blue · Size: 38

Shain N.

Apr 15, 2026

5/5

Mesa Short 8. 5

Very breathable. Good for the boat or a night out.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Cypress Green · Size: 34

Patrick H.

Apr 15, 2026

4/5

Nice quality

Great quality, just runs narrow through the thigh

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Coyote · Size: 38

John M.

Mar 26, 2026

5/5

Mesa Short 8. 5

Great product. heavy material very durable. Fits run smaller than other shorts in same size.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: Runs small

Color: Buckskin · Size: 36

Don B.

Apr 6, 2026

5/5

Mesa shorts

Very nice shorts. Looks great and comfortable

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Hemlock Green · Size: 38

Ezekiel V.

Mar 23, 2026

4/5

Good work shorts for me

Firms great and very comfortable. Love them for nice work shorts.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Starlight Blue · Size: 32

Tyler G.

Mar 18, 2026

5/5

Comfortable As Can Be

Wore these for a full day of hiking in Nevada. Super comfortable and breathable. Absolutely would buy again.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Hemlock Green · Size: 36

Andrew T.

Mar 31, 2026

5/5

Mesa Short 8. 5

Best short I have owned. Very comfortable.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Size: 38

Minh N.

Mar 23, 2026

5/5

Best fit and most comfortable

Best fit and most comfortable short ever

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Hemlock Green · Size: 30

Grant D.

Mar 25, 2026

5/5

Mesa

Great shorts, true to size!

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Color: Hemlock Green · Size: 38

Nicholas S.

Mar 21, 2026

5/5

Comfortable and good fit

Great

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Size: 36

Mike T.

Nov 14, 2025

5/5

Great shorts

Well constructed and durable. Wear them at deer camp and at the golf course.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Daniel S.

Sep 10, 2025

5/5

Built for the trail, styled for everyday!

I’ve put the Sitka Territory Shorts through everything from steep hikes to weekend errands, and they’ve held up like champs. The nylon-spandex blend offers just the right amount of stretch without feeling flimsy, and the gusseted crotch makes movement effortless—whether you're scrambling over rocks or crouching under the hood of a truck. The DWR finish shrugs off light rain and morning dew, and the zippered pockets are a clutch feature for keeping gear secure.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Kody K.

Oct 4, 2025

5/5

Great Short

These shorts are great. I bought them with the idea of every day wear and golf. They are perfect for everyday wear and golf. Super comfy and breathable.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Brian K.

Sep 3, 2025

5/5

So comfortable, I ordered a second pair

Another quality product from Sitka! Lightweight and comfortable in the heat- these are stretchy and strong. Be aware shorts tend to fit a bit more snug that most Sitka pants meant for layering, so may need to go a size up in some cases. Grab them while you can!

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: Runs small

Alex K.

Oct 17, 2025

5/5

Mesa Short

Excellent shorts, light weight and super durable.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

CHRISTOPHER K.

Oct 27, 2025

5/5

Super comfortable

Super comfortable

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Matt V.

Aug 2, 2025

5/5

Perfect for big guys with big legs

As a larger guy with tree trunk thighs I struggle to find shorts that don't cling to my thighs like spandex shorts when I sit down. These shorts are a perfect fit with a great cut! Not baggy when standing and when I sit or squat I still have movement allowing my body to breath.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 251 lbs - 280lbs

Fit: True to size

Dennis P.

Aug 30, 2025

5/5

Excellent product

Perfect shorts for all occabutsions

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Brian K.

Sep 3, 2025

5/5

Love em!

Bought these shorts right before a week long vacation on the outer banks of NC. They fit great, dry amazing. My new go to evenly day shorts for summer.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Steve T.

Sep 3, 2025

5/5

Excellent hot weather shorts

The Mesa shorts have what I consider to be the ideal cut for ease of movement. I am extremely happy. Ordering in every color.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Shaun G.

Sep 12, 2025

5/5

Great shorts!

Nice fit, quick drying material, and style!

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Ronald P.

Oct 13, 2025

5/5

Excellent shorts

Great fit and materials

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Jay H.

Oct 11, 2025

5/5

Short

I’m 6’4 and these feel short.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: Runs small

Leif L.

Sep 3, 2025

5/5

Mesa shorts

Just bought my 2nd and 3rd pair. They fit perfect and are rugged but are still stylish

Verified Buyer

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Nathan L.

Jul 29, 2025

5/5

Perfect fit and form

These shorts fit just right. I am 5’10” and 180lbs. I wear a size 32. These shorts have just the right amount of stretch and a durable. They handled scrambling and creek hopping with ease.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Josh A.

Aug 16, 2025

5/5

These are very comfortable and well built

These are very comfortable, they don’t bunch up or pinch when stepping high or crouching. I can wear these to town or for day hikes, they feel light and dry quickly

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Sam Z.

Jul 30, 2025

5/5

Great Short, Wish it was longer

All around these are great shorts. I like the fabric, fit, and functionality. My only complaint is that I wish they came in a longer inseam option.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Robert R.

Jul 10, 2025

3/5

These shorts are very comfortable

These shorts are very comfortable but they change color when get wet. So if your sweating pretty bad it will so. Sitka normally takes everything into account. But kinda missed this one. I still wear these but how great Sitka stuff normally is I was surprised they missed the mark.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6'6'' - 6'8'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: True to size

Anthony N.

Sep 3, 2025

5/5

Quality shorts

Excellent fit, comfortable and classy.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Chase B.

Sep 9, 2025

5/5

Mesa shorts

Great product will buy again

Verified Buyer

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 131 lbs - 160lbs

Fit: True to size

Jared V.

Aug 14, 2025

5/5

Great fit and feel

Love these shorts. Extremely comfortable. The fit is true to size. I bought them in every color.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'6'' - 5'8'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Brock L.

Aug 23, 2025

5/5

The best shorts I’ve ever

The best shorts I’ve ever worn!

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

Jeremy P.

Aug 26, 2025

5/5

Shorts

Great they just run a little small

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: Runs small

Tim D.

Aug 9, 2025

5/5

I don’t know

Love the shorts but run smaller than every other shorts I wear in the same size

Verified Buyer

Height: 6'3'' - 6'5'' · Weight: 221 lbs - 250lbs

Fit: Runs small

Jordan H.

Aug 31, 2025

5/5

Solid shorts

Comfortable and stylish

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Camilo C.

Jul 31, 2025

5/5

Pretty good!

My favorite pair of shorts so far.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Peyton C.

Jul 6, 2025

1/5

Shorts

They looks great but way to small for me wish they made bigger shoes and clothes for bigger people

Verified Buyer

Height: 6'6'' - 6'8'' · Weight: 311 lbs - 340lbs

Fit: Runs small

Christopher S.

May 26, 2025

4/5

Mesa Shorts

I’ll be the first to say that I love almost all Sitka products I have ever bought or owned , these shorts are not my favorite. The material is super nice and they are lightweight and comfy but they run extremely small. I wear a 32 inch waist, I ordered 34 inch shorts to allow for a concealed carry iwb. These shorts are almost too snug for me to wear in general , much less with a ccw. I’ll buy them again , just in a few sizes bigger.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: Runs small

Colton H.

Jul 9, 2025

5/5

My New Favorite Shorts

Great shorts! They look great and are well constructed. Will definitely be ordering them in additional colors.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: True to size

James S.

Jun 21, 2025

4/5

Comfortable but stain easy

I bought 4 pairs and love the fit and comfort. Only problem Is if you get anything at all on them they stain easily and no amount of washing gets it out.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

vlad c.

Jul 16, 2025

4/5

Great short

Hoped there was another horizontal pocket for the right leg.

Verified Buyer

Height: 5'9'' - 5'11'' · Weight: 161 lbs - 190lbs

Fit: True to size

Patrick P.

Jun 21, 2025

5/5

Love this pair of shorts!

Love this pair of shorts! Lightweight, breathable, very comfortable and great quality. However, they run a little small. Ordered a size 34 but had to exchange them for size 36 because they were rather tight about the waist and thighs.

Verified Buyer

Height: 6' - 6'2'' · Weight: 191 lbs - 220lbs

Fit: Runs small