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Discover versatile men's active shorts featuring a bold graphic design, perfect for workouts or casual wear.

Stylish and functional men's active shorts with a vibrant printed graphic and a modern fit.

High-performance active shorts designed for comfort and durability, showcasing a sleek back pocket.

Features a secure and adjustable waistband for a customizable fit during any activity.

Bold and colorful graphic adds a unique touch to these men's active shorts, designed for optimal performance.

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Alta 5" Shorts

Name: Alta 5" Shorts - H.O.D Charcoal H.O.D Charcoal / S
SKU: RS325-CHC-S
Rating: 4.7429 (140 reviews)

$85

Model is a Size 32. He is 6' 1" and 185 lbs.

SKU: RS325-CHC-L

Delivers in 3-4 Business Days

Or 4 interest-free payments of $21 with shoppay or afterpay

Materials: 85% Nylon 15% Elastane

5”

Inseam / 1 Outseam

Lightweight

4-Way Stretch Nylon

Water

Resistant

Single

Ply Elastic Waistband

Internal

/ External Option Drawstring

Back

Zip Cell Pocket With Water-Resistant Lining

Gel Stash Pockets

Internal

Brief Liner

Alta 5" Shorts

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Lightweight and minimal for top level run performance. Made from a lightweight 4-way stretch nylon with a water-resistant finish. Featuring an integrated breathable, anti-microbial brief liner. The short features a water-resistant zippered back pocket for your phone or other stowables and two external gel pockets on the hips. With a 5” inseam and an extended-slit notched hem, the short is designed to meet the demands of your long run or daily workout.

Best Used For: Running

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Jason

Charlotte, United States

I recommend this product

I have 4 pairs of the Alta 5” short. This is the only short that I run it. I love the fit. The back pocket is perfect for my phone and I can hold up to 8 gels. I’m planning on getting more.

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4 days ago

Robert

I love these shorts! The center back pocket is perfect for weight distribution of a cell phone while running. They’re a good length and the liner is pretty good. Cool designs, awesome moisture-wicking properties, and they don’t get smelly. Good job Roark!

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9 days ago

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David

Tampa, United States

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18 days ago

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Aaron

I recommend this product

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Casual. Date Night. Camping. Travel. Gym. Surfing. Swimming. Out On The Town. Running. Hiking.

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2 months ago

Adam

Best running shorts I’ve owned! Super comfortable and lightweight.

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2 months ago

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Robert

I recommend this product

First of all, these shorts are an incredible design - you’ll be running down the street turning heads and hearing stereos being switched to Motörhead as you pass by! They are also the most comfortable running shirts I’ve ever owned - and I’m sold for life here now. Silky interior brief, while the shirt material itself is like a light breeze passing over your skin - say goodbye to any skin irritation you had from rubbing or long runs, you are in paradise now! Perfectly suited for short/long runs, time at the gym or even just some time at the beach these babies are versatile in performance, even for casual wear! 10/10 could not recommend enough!

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Casual. Camping. Gym. Out On The Town. Running. Hiking.

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3 months ago

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Charles

Washington, United States

I recommend this product

I love the design. And they feel amazing.

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Gym

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3 months ago

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Samuel

I recommend this product

Great shorts. Ran a marathon in them. Comfortable the whole time

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Gym. Running.

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3 months ago

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Andrew

Baltimore, United States

If you say these shorts are going to be xxl, make them that way. I'm tired of running/sports clothes companies running way too small by virtue of making their clothes "skin-tight" when in reality they are just not conforming to regular sizing. I should not require an xxxl in running shorts when I wear an xl in regular shorts.

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Hello Andrew, Thank you for taking the time to review the Alta 5" Shorts. We are sorry to hear that you had some issues with your item. We offer free 30-day returns & exchanges if you would like to try another style. Please reach out to us at info@roark.com if you have any questions or concerns.

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4 months ago

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Brian

I recommend this product

The Alta 5” shorts are my go to shorts for long runs, short runs, interval work, and trails. I also wear them daily for weight training and HIIT workouts. They are lightweight and extremely durable. At this point I have probably 8-10 pairs of regular and Light Alta 5” shorts. Would highly recommend. I wear small in Roark, but historically medium in other brands. 5’5” 140 pounds.

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4 months ago

Tyler

Ever since I put on my first pair of Alta 5" in early 2021, they have been my go to trail running/training/trail ultra race day shorts. I have acquired multiple pairs over the years, but even my first pair from 3 1/2 years ago is still going strong! Love these shorts

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5 months ago

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Robert

San Diego, United States

I recommend this product

Loved the Alta 5” shorts since day one, years ago.

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6 months ago

John Bull

Perfect running shorts!

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7 months ago

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Sean

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	XS	S	M	L	XL
SIZE (US)	0-2	4-6	8	10-12	14
DENIM SIZE	24-25	26-27	28-29	30-31	32
BUST	32.5-33.5	34.5-35.5	36.5-37.5	39	40.5-42
WAIST	24.5-25.5	26.5-27.5	28.5-29.5	31	32.5-34
HIP	35.5-36.5	37.5-38.5	39.5-40.5	42	43.5-45

SIZE	FIT
S	4.5-6.5
M	7-9
L	9.5-11.5
XL	12-14

SIZE	CIRCUMFERENCE
S/M	22.5" \| 57cm
L/XL	23.25" \| 59cm

SIZE	SIZE	HEIGHT	WAIST	HIPS	THIGH
X-SMALL	26/27	5'6" - 5'8"	28	35 1/2"	20 3/4"
SMALL	28	5'8" - 5'10"	28 1/2"	36"	21"
SMALL	30	5'8" - 5'10"	30"	37 1/2"	21 3/4"
MEDIUM	31	5'10" - 6'	31"	38 1/2"	22 1/4"
MEDIUM	32	5'10" - 6'	32"	39 1/2"	22 3/4"
LARGE	33	6' - 6'2"	33"	40 1/2"	23 1/4"
LARGE	34	6' - 6'2"	34"	41 1/2"	23 3/4"
X-LARGE	36	6'1" - 6'3"	36"	43 1/2"	24 3/4"
X-LARGE	38	6'1" - 6'3"	38"	45 1/2"	25 3/4"

SIZE	HEIGHT	NECK	ACROSS SHOULDER	CHEST	SLEEVE LENGTH	BICEP
X-SMALL	5'6" - 5'8"	14" - 14 1/2"	16"	35" - 37"	30 1/2" - 31 1/2"	12 1/4"
SMALL	5'8" - 5'10"	14 3/4" - 15 1/4"	16 3/4"	37" - 39"	31 1/2" - 32 1/2"	12 3/4"
MEDIUM	5'10" - 6'	15 1/2" - 16"	17 1/2"	39" - 41"	32 1/4" - 33 3/4"	13 1/4"
LARGE	6' - 6'2"	16 1/4" - 16 3/4"	18 1/2"	42" - 44"	33 3/4" - 35 1/4"	14"
X-LARGE	6'1" - 6'3"	17" - 17 1/2"	19 1/2"	45" - 47"	34 1/2" - 36"	15"
XX-LARGE	6'1" - 6'3"	17 3/4" - 18 1/4"	21"	51"- 53"	34 1/2" - 36"	16 1/2"

Alta 5" Shorts