Magpul Apparel – Shorts

The mighty polymer gods at Magpul have decided its time to conquer another industry. To do so they recently debuted a pretty well rounded line of apparel. Here's a little info on their shorts.

Everyday Wear: Magpul Apparel – Shorts

In Magpul Core, “everyday” could mean scrambling across a snow covered ridgeline, trekking across the plains of Africa, or working through triple canopy jungles, but…much larger percentages of our lives are spent in far less adventurous settings.

Magpul Apparel is engineered with performance in mind–using modern fabrics and fabric treatments–and is designed to be comfortable and effective during demanding activities. We included smart features that make a difference and avoided the temptation to include “add-ons” that look better on paper than they perform in the field.

The apparel line was also created with the goal of being equally at home in a restaurant, an airport, or a market, and not look like some sort of costume, as “tactical” or “performance” clothing often does.

Our design team has chosen timeless styles that can remain stable–so that shirt that you really like is available to purchase next year, and not discarded with the seasonal fads of fashion.

We’re also bringing this line to you with the same “value for money” proposition we offer with all of our products, so that your dollar goes further to get the features, materials, and fit that you want–no matter what you do or where you choose to do it.

“Everyday Where?”

There are three styles of shorts:

1) The Magpul Utility Short, for those who hate cargo shorts;
2) The Magpul Flex Short, for those hotter days but without sacrificing durability;
3) The Magpul Bonnell Short, the multi-functional short.

1) Magpul Utility Short

The Utility Short is the cargo short for those who hate wearing cargo shorts.

It is made of cotton/polyester ripstop that has been prewashed to reduce stiffness. This pant has the same crotch gusset as all Magpul bottoms for better movement and also has the seamed back for fit. Along with reinforced hand pockets, this pant has two inverted cargo style pockets that don’t bulge out when you fill them. Top opening rear welt pockets allow for ease of access. 5 extra large belt loops allow for use with any belt with a logo patch on the extra large back loop. Reinforced zipper fly closure with metal zip.

Available in Ermine and New Charcoal

For more information on the features and where to buy, visit their website.

2) Magpul Flex Short

For warmer days when you still need durability and ability to move, our Flex Short will fill your needs.

Constructed out of our stain resistant and soil release treated mid-weight stretch twill, the 6-pocket short boasts the same reinforced, large back pockets, reinforced hand pockets, coin, and cash pockets as our Flex pant. The Cotton/Spandex blended fabric combined with an engineered crotch gusset gives ample movement while reducing the need for excess fabric. 7 extra large belt loops on the waistband allow for use with any belt. The Flex Short has seams on the back waist that fit around you in place of a waistband, reducing bulk. Logo patch on center back loop. Reinforced zipper fly closure with metal zip.

Available in Ermine and New Charcoal

For more information on the features and where to buy, visit their website.

3) Magpul Bonnell Short

The Bonnell Short is a multifunctional short, great for outdoor activities, especially those near water.

The ultra lightweight, four way stretch nylon fabric has an antimicrobial treatment to prevent the growth of bacteria and keep you smelling fresh and is also quick drying. This short has an engineered gusset to really let you move. 5 extra large belt loops on the waistband allow for use with any belt, while the seamed back fits over you without the added bulk of a waistband. 6 pockets in total, with two zippered back welt pockets to keep out dirt, a hidden envelope pocket, a zippered hip pocket, and reinforced hand pockets. Metal zipper fly closure.

Available in Ermine and Tornado

For more information on the features and where to buy this, visit their website.

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