Outdoor Research Men’s Wadi Rum Shorts | Gear Review

Inspired by the remote rock walls of southern Jordan, the Wadi Rum Short features a durable Cordura/nylon/spandex/cotton material that can withstand abrasive rock while still allowing you to move freely. Designed specifically with climbing in mind, the Wadi Rum can handle almost any situation and features two huge pockets in the front plus a zippered pocket for carrying almost anything important.

After testing these shorts over a three month period, we found that our favourite feature was the huge front pockets. From steep sport routes to granite cliffs, these shorts were durable in all climbing applications. We also appreciated the inner draw string to cinch down the waste without interfering with our harness when climbing. With a modern fit (read: slim but stretchy!), these shorts allowed for a wide range of movement while climbing. Overall, we found that these shorts were simply just fun to wear! It should be noted that when first wearing the shorts, the material felt a touch stiffer than expected but became much softer after a few washes. We would recommend these shorts for anyone looking for a durable climbing short with good movement that are going to last multiple seasons.

The Wadi Rum can be purchased at Climb On Equipment and Valhalla Pure.

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