5.11 Tactical Men's Taclite Pro 11-Inch Ripstop Shorts – Lightweight EDC Cargo Work Shorts with Teflon Finish, Style 73308

I'm not in law enforcement, but I work in a mental hospital, where part of my job is controlling violent patients. These shorts (and the long pants of the same design) are the best for the job. The huge rear slash pockets are ideal for storing a supply of exam gloves, always a necessity. The D-ring holds my keys securely and conveniently. All of the pockets are sturdy and roomy. I don't have a use for the cell phone pocket or the tactical strap, and prefer to keep my pens in my shirt pocket instead of the one provided in the shorts, but they're there if you want them. The fit is good and they are comfortable and non-binding, even in the most demanding physical situations. They are also sturdy enough to stand up to those situations, due to the fabric and the triple closure as well as the stitching. They also look good enough that I don't mind wearing them as casual shorts.

These 5.11 tactical shorts are the very best I have ever had. Water/stain resistant. Plenty of pockets and the elastic waist line makes for a comfortable fit. Very well made. Double stitched everywhere. Gusseted. Superior long lasting velcro, never had it fail. I am 6'-1" @ 250lbs and the fit is perfect, leaving me ample room to do all tasks. I am extremely satisfied. Priced right.

These are the most durable and water resistant shorts I own. I work 2 jobs as a mechanic and technician, occasionally getting grease, oil and dirt all over these. I haven't had a problem getting them clean. The pockets are perfect for a pocket knife on one side, and small flashlight on the other. The rear pockets are deep so you don't have to worry about loosing your wallet. The D ring in the front I used to chain my wallet to, but don't currently use it. The inseam is comfortable, enough room to squat, kneel and stretch. I bought a size 38, and they were exactly the right size for me. They are a little pricey, but your going to get a few years out of these shorts. One more thing - I don't iron mine, and the pockets remain flat and they show no wrinkles once they are on. Great shorts.

I've been wearing Taclite Pro pants & shorts for years. I'm a firm believer in on-person carry, and my pockets are filled to the brim with essential items for my day-to-day life. My work allows me to wear cargo pants, and even shorts, so I've worked out a edc system around these pants. With a good duty belt, I personally use Blue Alpha Gear belts, these pants/shorts comfortably hold 7-8lbs of gear. This particular model was first introduced to me by my EMS friends, who wore these as on duty pants. I currently have 6 pairs of Taclite Pro pants, and this recent purchase brings me to 3 pairs of shorts. The oldest pair has lasted me coming close to 4 years. Yes they have a few holes in them from abrasion and wear, & the water resistance has become worse, but for pants that sold for $30-40, these are awesome. Not only do I wear them for work, but I've done week long backpacking trips in these. If you are looking for a pair of inexpensive cargo/tactical pants, these are my primary recommendation. BUT, I have 2 major issue with these. For every pair I've bought after 5.11 changed productions, all of the stitching ends were loose. Since 5.11 has made these more expensive, now around $50 for shorts, it'd be great if they'd either tie off the stitching ends or burn the ends, so the stitch don't unravel with use. You can distinguish the old production from the new production from the zipper snap. The design for the snap button above the zipper has changed to a simpler design, just 5.11 & their logo to the right, with the new production. From rotating through the pairs I own, I've realized that the new production pairs have varying tolerances. I don't know if this is an issue with their Quality Control, or if it's tolerable with the company. Especially for the front right thigh pocket (the small one up front), on some pairs, the pocket is wider, on other pairs the pocket is deeper. This is the pocket I keep my phone in, and in the older production pants/shorts, my IPhone7 w/ OtterBox Commuter case will fit perfectly. But with the new productions, there is varying slop with each pair I wear. This could be said with other pockets, but the most noticeable ones for me is this one and the front left thigh pocket (the small one w/ velcro closure).

These are AWESOME shorts. I bit pricey but well worth the extra money. They keep you cool, protected from the sun, and repel water easily. My first day out with these was an all day (over 6 hours of walking) tour in Israel. The back pockets are great for small water bottles and the front pockets keep your worries away of pickpockets (the shorts are slash resistant). I've worn them now about ten times in various situations and they also pass off as "nice" shorts (say for golfing or casual business lunch). As for CCW, perfect for pocket carry. Some others items of note (more of personal advice).... the front left velcro pocket is not big enough for most cell phones. i have a Z3 Compact which is a perfect fit. Anything bigger than like an iPhone 5 might not fit and definitely not close the velcro pocket. The front right pocket is NOT big enough for a US Passport but is perfect for your credit cards, money, IDs (1/2" wider would've been perfect). The shorts could be 3-4 inches shorter, great for walking but probably not for hiking. Figure out your exact waist size then get 1 size bigger in the shorts....you'll appreciate the extra room (plus there's belt loops).

These shorts fit great on me. There are some complaints that they ride too high or they're "hip huggers", but I guess this really depends on your body type. They ride a tad higher than conventional shorts, but these are tactical shorts designed to carry many items including holsters for sidearms and I found this to be a non issue. The quality is superb. They are easy to clean. My favorite features are the reinforced pocket openings for knife clips, the rear slash pockets (which are now my favorite design for a rear pocket. you can even slip a small water bottle in them and it rides more on your side than on your rear end), the front dedicated knife pocket and the front flap pocket. The front flap pocket is a good size to accommodate larger smart phones. I do quite a bit of bird watching so this pocket is really handy. I just tuck the flap inside the pocket and slip my iPhone in. Now I have quick access to my phone to record a sighting, drop it back in and keep going. These are my go to shorts for hiking as well.

UPDATE: years later, these shorts are still on great shape. I wear them all summer and use them on long multi day hikes into the mountains. Simply amazing and allows me to carry a weapon and spare mags. - Military Tested and approved! The cell phone pocket fits an iPhone 6 Plus, and allows the tip to stick out a bit... which is great because when you have headphones plugged in, it doesn't damage the jack! Or you can utilize the in phone speakers while walking! The material is super comfortable, yet durable. Anyone who has utilized 5.11 pants know that they last forever, wash well, and repel stains and damage from the environment. These shorts are 5.11 quality, and are very well engineered. The ripstop technology is the same in my ABU uniform. These seem a little expensive, but are actually a great price considering the premium materials and sewing. Great buy.

Great shorts overall. They fit well. True to size, with a bit of stretch in the waist. Love the extra belt loops which have plenty of room for my usual 1.75" wide belt. The front of these design wise, and the belt loops in front are well placed for carrying my (licensed) carry pistol. The smaller flapped pocket on the front left side is actually big and deep enough for most hand gun magazines. Love the reinforced corners on the front pockets. If you've ever had the pocket clip on your knives wear your pocket corners to shreds, you will too! My only slight gripe is the pictured pull me off the ground (?) strap over the right rear pocket. I have no idea what it could actually be used for and it gets in the way of reaching for your wallet. I carefully cut this strap off.

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Fantastic. Perfect fit. Great quality. Look great!

The delivery was fast n the items is intact n the wear is comfortable. Overall experience is excellent.

MI TROVO BENE CON QUESTO MARCHIO 5.11.....DALL'ABBIGLIAMENTO ALLE BORSE E ACCESSORI.....ANNI DI USURA MOLTO DISINVOLTA E ZERO PROBLEMI........TUTTO MOLTO OK

I love the 5.11 Taclite pants, This is my first pair of Taclite shorts - they are every bit as good as the pants. They fit as expected and have the perfect balance for me of wear resistance / toughness without feeling heavy. Of course - needless to say, but I'll say it, no knee pad insert pockets on the shorts like the pants have.