Comfortable, easy, and built with soft cotton that gets better with age, the Ethos Short is made for warm weather climbing, hiking, and kicking around town.
Built with organic cotton with a hint of stretch and a dye-in process that fades in with time, the Ethos Shorts are built to last.
Our organic cotton is certified to come from farms not using synthetic fertilizers, biocides, or GMO seeds. These along with other required better farming practices result in cotton production having a reduced impact on the environment as a result. Organic cotton used in the apparel line is primarily certified by GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard).
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We trust what we make because we use what we make. All Black Diamond soft goods are warrantied against defects in materials and construction for the practical lifetime of the product.
Tough enough for climbing, built to handle anything. From days on the trail, miles on the road, hours at the office, our lifestyle apparel pays homage to our roots, while bringing style and functionality to our lives beyond the crag.
Overall rating: 4.1 / 5 from 10 reviews.
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"Great shorts overall! I love the material, feels durable yet a little stretchy, and the belt is great. Only issue was sizing. I’m generally a Medium for most things due to waist size, and I ordered a medium in the dirtbag shorts as well. These are significantly shorter and tighter in the thighs than those are. Not bad, it helps they’re stretchy, but maybe I’m less inclined to use them climbing now."
"Too small. Company would not allow an exchange. Seriously?"
"Got it while getting a shirt and this has easily turned into my favorite pair of shorts for just about everything but especially Rock climbing/Mountaineering. Everything about these shorts I love I plan to get more pairs."
"This is my third pair and these are my new go to shorts. Super durable and roomy enough to not constrict you at all while climbing. I also really like the fact that there is no zipper fly. Most shorts constrict at the fly after many washes. Not these. Such a brilliant simple design. Well done BD"
"Great shorts, only drawback would be you need to get the size just right, big difference a M and L make with fit and it makes all the difference in getting them on."
"Great all around shorts. Good features and durability. Great for around the city and the odd get away. Like the integrated belt. Sz L fits well with my larger thighs and 32 waist. Would buy again"
"Disappointed with the fit of these shorts as they are not even close to a relaxed fit and run way smaller than other BD pants Color and material hand are strong points The new return process is highway robbery (ReturnLoop) and not the process described on the packing slip. Complaining to the Orders folks falls on deaf ears: The people I worked with at BD to return these shorts truly had no clue about the new return process and steered me in the wrong direction twice I will probably spend my outdoor budget with other gear makers after this time intensive and disappointing experience"
"This diamond is the Ethos, the functionality and movement is a diamond! This is a high performance short but isnt afraid to kick it with the homies!!!! Let it rain with more colors!!"
"Great shorts, seem to be pretty sturdy while remaining flexible and breathy. I love the color way and the pocked design and the integrated belt."
"great pair of shorts. comfy and good cut. pairs nicely BD’s ethos pants."
| Size | Waist | Hip |
|---|---|---|
| XS | 27 - 28.5 in 68.5 - 72.5 cm | 33.5 - 35 in 85 - 89 cm |
| S | 29 - 31 in 73.5 - 79 cm | 35.5 - 37.5 in 90 - 95.5 cm |
| M | 31.5 - 34 in 80 - 86.5 cm | 38 - 40.5 in 96.5 - 103 cm |
| L | 34.5 - 37.5 in 87.5 - 95.5 cm | 41 - 44 in 104 - 112 cm |
| XL | 38 - 42 in 96.5 - 106.5 cm | 44.5 - 48 in 113 - 122 cm |
Measure around the narrowest part of the waist.
Measure around the widest point of the hips.
