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The Men's Patagonia 10 in. Quandary Short is built of stretch-woven 96% NetPlus postconsumer recycled nylon made from recycled fishing nets and 4% spandex plain weave. The shorts offer lower body coverage and feature a regular fit with room to move comfortably in any activity. The curved waistband contours to the natural shape of the hips and provides a close fit to keep the shorts in place, with a zipper fly and a metal-button closure, plus an internal drawcord. Featuring two front pockets, two back pockets (back-right is zippered), and a right-thigh zippered pocket. Reinforced hemostat/carabiner loop on the front-right pocket.
7.8oz
Nylon / Spandex Blend
Regular Fit
Hiking
Everyday Casual
Size & Fit Guide
| SIZE | XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | 3XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waist | 26" | 28 - 29" | 30 - 31" | 32 - 33" | 34 - 36" | 38 - 40" | 42 - 44" | 46 - 48" |
| Hips | 33" | 35 - 36" | 37 - 38" | 39 - 40" | 41 - 43" | 44.5 - 46.5" | 48.5 - 50.5" | 52.5 - 54.5" |
| SIZE | 26 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waist | 26" | 28" | 29" | 30" | 31" | 32" | 33" | 34" | 35" | 36" | 38" | 40" | 42" | 44" | 46" | 48" |
| Hips | 33" | 35" | 36" | 37" | 38" | 39" | 40" | 41" | 42" | 43" | 44.5" | 46.5" | 48.5" | 50.5" | 52.5" | 54.5" |
Hips are usually the best size predictor, but if your waist measurement is larger, consider buying the size indicated by your waist. The measurements provided above are body measurements.
The Patagonia pant length can be found in the product name. Not all Patagonia pants are available in different lengths. Check the product Tech Specs for more Inseam information.
Short — 30"
Regular — 32"
Long — 34"
Waist — Bend slightly to one side to find your natural waist. This will be the crease created from bending. Then, stand erect and measure around your body at the crease points.
Hips — Stand relaxed with feet shoulder-width apart. Now, measure around the fullest part of your hips and seat.

Formfitting
Engineered to hug the body like a second skin with no excess fabric, for an ultra-close fit that moves with you.

Fitted
Contours to the body, emphasizing shape for definition and a sculpted feel.

Slim
Fits close to the body with a slight ease, for a tailored, modern look and athletic performance.

Regular
A standard fit, which follows the natural shape of the body for a classic silhouette that’s neither tight nor loose.

Relaxed
Designed for a casual drape off the body and shaped for extra comfort.

Oversized
Dramatic ease for exaggerated volume and flow.