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surf's up shorts

$85.00 USD Sale Save
Size XS
Color neptune

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For more colors, check out the alder x Chaco cargo short

Meet the Surf's up cargo short, the all-activty summer short. Perfect for the beach, a hike, or enjoying town.

It's packed with features including:

  • Lightweight and ultra-comfortable Global Recycle Standard certified nylon blended with spandex so you can look good and feel good.
  • Quick-drying fabric that is perfect for aquatic adventures at the beach or lake.
  • Four-way stretch fabric that moves with you for every activity Four mesh-lined pockets fall your storage needs, including a side cargo pocket.
  • Comfortable adjustable elasticized waist band with internal drawstring Interior key clip to keep your items secure
  • A high-rise, simple and streamlined silhoutte that is super functional for all your outdoor adventures.

Ideal for activities like; hiking, camping, climbing, canoeing, kayaking, SUPing, traveling, medium to low-impact workouts, biking and looking cute on the go.

Items on sale are exchange only.

Made with 86% recycled nylon, 14% spandex (aka super durable and stretchy).

Care instructions
Follow these instructions to take the best care of your surf's up shorts:

  • Machine wash with like colours on gentle cycle.
  • Do not Bleach
  • Tumble dry low 
  • Iron low 
  • Do not dry clean

Our warehouse is based in Toronto, Canada. Orders take 1-2 business days to process before they are shipped, unless otherwise noted. You’ll receive a shipping confirmation email that includes your tracking number once your order has left our warehouse.

Customer Reviews

Based on 60 reviews
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Darby Babin
Decline in Quality

I have the old version of the Surf's Up shorts--they were longer in the middle to help with thigh rubbing/riding up, but that seems to have gone away? Or not be the same slant as before? Additionally, the new fabric is very thin. I've worn them a few times and they aren't as good as I hoped, but it's too late to return so I will keep wearing when I can. Disappointing, though.

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Sarah
Perfection

I love the cut of the shirt in the back. High rise. Longer length. Alder designs with such intention and thought. Every single time. High

We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review, Sarah! We’re glad to hear that the surf's up shorts work for you and all your adventures! :)

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Lynn
Would you recommend to a Friend: Yes
Share your body type: (e.g. hourglass, pear, apple, etc.): petite
Weight: 120
Fit: True to size
Height: 5'4"
Size purchased: S
Usual size: S
location: Toronto
Love the fabric, colour and style

I love comfort and these shorts are amazing. They fit around the waist in a comfortable way and yet roomy in the legs, yet complimentary. Amazing!

The rusty orange colour is perfect for summer, fall or packing them on trips for get away holidays. Thank you Alder!

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Anna L
Would you recommend to a Friend: Yes
Share your body type: (e.g. hourglass, pear, apple, etc.): Pear
Weight: 185 lbs
Fit: True to size
Height: 5'6"
Size purchased: L
Usual size: L
location: British Columbia
Super comfy, super cute

Love these shorts! The pockets are deep enough to hold my phone, my snacks, and my sunscreen and the fit is very comfortable and flattering. The elastic waist sits perfectly at my natural waist and I don't even have to worry about thigh rub with the 5" inseam. They're the cutest, comfiest shorts I own and I've been wearing them non-stop since they arrived.

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Manders
Would you recommend to a Friend: Yes
Share your body type: (e.g. hourglass, pear, apple, etc.): Hourglass long torso
Weight: 145
Fit: True to size
Height: 5'6"
Size purchased: L
Usual size: M
location: Philadelphia
2 legit 2 quit

I have been making the switch to buying more slow n susty fashion. This was my first alder purchase and def not my last. The quality is exceptional and the details are many. The fit is pert near perfect and I appreciate the leg circumf which equals capital Comf. I can wear these at my nat waist and still have crotch room or I can pull them down a bit for more leg cover. Love. For ref, I have 31” waist and 43” hips.