prAna Halle Women's 5" Short II

For function, durability, and summer comfort there is a substantial difference between nylon and polyester. Both nylon and polyester rate well for strength and durability, but nylon is stronger and stretchier than polyester, and nylon, unlike polyester, will absorb a small amount of moisture.. about 3-4%. Cotton, by contrast, absorbs a whopping 24-27 times its own weight in water. This all sugars off to nylon fabric having added evaporative cooling power over poly, being stretchier and easier to move in, and being nicely durable. The Prana Halle Women's Short II is made with ReZion™, the more Earth-friendly evolution of Prana’s bestselling performance fabric, it’s more lightweight to promote breathability and has a splash of elastane for added performance. With a slightly higher rise and more room in the thighs, this has a better fit for athletic activities, and the closure has also been updated, to a lower profile plastic closure that lays flat so as not to interfere with climbing harnesses and pack belts. This is a kick butt pair of shorts that dry quickly, have deep, secure, front hip pockets that will hold a phone, and a coin pocket for stashing an id and card in case a snack opportunity pops up. No longer do you have to choose between function and fashion.. now you can have both in the Halle.