What specific materials make up the quick-dry stretch fabric (e.g., nylon, polyester, spandex percentages)?

The quick-dry stretch fabric is typically 100% polyester or a polyester-spandex blend, but the exact percentages aren't listed for this specific boardshort. Most likely it's a polyester-dominant blend for durability and stretch.

How does the 8-inch inseam fit on different body types? Is this considered a short or standard length for boardshorts?

An 8-inch inseam is considered short for boardshorts; typical standard lengths range from 10 to 12 inches. This cut will sit well above the knee, suiting those who prefer a more modern, athletic fit or shorter builds. Taller individuals may find it very short.

Does the back patch pocket have a closure (like a Velcro flap or zipper) to keep items secure while swimming?

The back patch pocket does not have a closure like Velcro or a zipper; it is an open patch pocket. While it can hold small items like keys or a phone briefly, it's not designed to keep them secure during swimming.

Can the laced fly be fully closed, or is it mainly decorative? How does it interact with the drawcord waist?

The laced fly is fully functional; you can tighten or loosen it as needed, and it works together with the drawcord waist for a customizable fit. The drawcord adjusts the elastic waist, while the laced fly provides additional cinching at the center front.

Is the fabric treated for chlorine and saltwater resistance, or does it require special care to maintain quick-dry properties?

The fabric is not specifically treated for chlorine or saltwater resistance, but its quick-dry polyester material naturally withstands both. To maintain performance, rinse the boardshorts with fresh water after use and avoid bleach or fabric softener.

Salty Crew

Colour Block Boardshort

CA$39.95CA$80.00-50%

In Stock

The Salty Crew Colour Block Boardshorts are mid-length swim trunks made from quick-dry stretch fabric with a two-tone color block design, featuring a drawcord-adjustable elastic waist, laced fly, and a patch back pocket with a drainage grommet. Designed for swimming and water activities, they have an 8-inch (20 cm) inseam, no lining, and a woven logo patch on the right thigh. The shorts are crafted from smooth, matte woven fabric in muted green with a blue side panel, with visible topstitching and metal eyelets for durability.

Material: Quick-dry stretch fabric
Gender: male
Style: casual, activewear
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear

Color

Green

Size

303132

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Specifications

Stylish colour block boardshort with quick-dry stretch fabric, adjustable drawcord waist, and 8-inch inseam.

Quick-dry stretch fabric, adjustable drawcord waist, laced fly closure, patch back pocket, 8-inch inseam.

Material: Quick-dry stretch fabric
Style: casual, activewear
Occasion: vacation, beach-day
Gender: male
Age Group: adult
Condition: new
Category: Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear

Additional Attributes

quick-dry stretch fabric
no lining
drawcord-adjustable elastic waist
laced fly closure
patch back pocket
8-inch inseam
colour block design
elastic waistband
boardshort style

Product Insights

Salty Crew's Colour Block Boardshort ($80 CAD, in stock) prioritizes paddling performance with an unlined shell that removes internal friction and chafing, a lace fly that eliminates pressure points from rigid closures, and an elastic waistband with drawcord for a secure yet non-restrictive fit. The 8-inch inseam allows full leg bend without restriction but sits above the knee, suiting athletic builds while running short for taller wearers. Care requires rinsing in fresh water after use, washing cold in a mesh bag with mild sport detergent (no fabric softener or bleach), and air drying in the shade to protect spandex from heat damage. The open back pocket can hold small items on land but is not secure during swimming.

Verified claims

Rinsing: Rinse boardshorts in fresh water immediately after ocean or pool use.
Washing: Wash cold in a mesh bag with mild sport detergent; avoid fabric softener and bleach.
Drying: Air dry in the shade; dryer heat above 60°C permanently damages spandex.
Liner: The unlined design removes internal friction points, extending fabric life.
Unlined construction: Unlined shell reduces friction and chafing during paddling.
Inseam length: 8-inch inseam allows full leg bend without restriction.
Lace fly: Lace fly eliminates pressure points from rigid closures during paddling.
Elastic waistband: Elastic waist with drawcord provides secure, non-restrictive fit.
Inseam cut: 8-inch inseam sits above the knee for full mobility; suits athletic builds, runs short for tall.
Waist sizing: Waist sizes 30–32 with fixed 8-inch inseam; choose by waist measurement regardless of height.
Comfort design: Unlined shell, laced fly, elastic waist minimize friction and pressure for comfort.
Back pocket: Open back pocket can hold small items on land but not during swimming.

Product record

Title: Colour Block Boardshort
Brand: Salty Crew
Price: 80 CAD
Availability: In stock

Deep Research

Caring for nylon-spandex boardshorts

Machine washing, especially in top-loaders with center agitators, abuses seams and accelerates microfiber shedding from polyester garments; hand washing or using a cold delicate cycle in a mesh bag extends the shorts' construction and reduces environmental fiber release.
Direct summer sunlight photo-degrades both polyester and elastane, with measurable UV damage occurring even during a single drying session — air drying in shade or without direct sun preserves color vibrancy and fiber integrity longer.
Standard laundry detergents contain alkaline enzymes that attack spandex fibers and reduce stretch recovery over repeated washes; using a mild, sport-specific detergent preserves the snap-back of the elastic waist and fabric body.
Chlorinated water continues attacking elastane as long as the shorts remain wet; rinsing within minutes of exiting the pool, rather than hours later, makes a significant difference in long-term elasticity and color retention, according to industry tests.
Tumble dryer heat permanently degrades spandex fibers above 60°C, and even a single high-heat session can cause measurable elasticity loss, meaning air drying is essential to keep the waistband and fabric from going limp prematurely.
Fabric softener coats fibers with a waxy quaternary ammonium compound that clogs moisture-wicking channels within as few as 3–5 wash cycles and traps body oils against the elastane, accelerating its breakdown — for a quick-dry short, softener is counterproductive.

Stretch and mobility of the nylon-spandex fabric

By eliminating the inner mesh liner, the short cuts weight and potential friction points, allowing the stretch shell to glide independently over the skin — a design choice that benefits multi-hour wear in and out of the surf.
The 8-inch inseam sits well above the knee, removing excess fabric from behind the joint so the leg can bend fully during paddling and driving off the bottom without the shorts riding up or restricting the motion.
The lace fly closure lies flat against the stomach because it replaces a rigid zipper or metal button, eliminating the single most common pressure point that digs in during prone paddling — a detail that matters for surfers who log hours lying on their board.
The full elastic waist stretches with each breath and core twist, while the internal drawcord provides an anchor point that stops the short from shifting during water impact, delivering a secure fit that never feels rigid or compressive.

Image Analysis

2 images

01: Product
Sleeve-free male torso wearing mid-length boardshorts with a two-tone color block: a green main body and a narrower blue side panel. Visible front-facing waist with lace drawcord, metal eyelets, and a small square woven logo on the right thigh.
SilhouetteMid-length straight-cut boardshorts reaching to above the knee with a flat waistband and a simple inseam; front view showing the right thigh and partial left thigh.
1 region
x 0.11 · y 0.37 · w 0.78 · h 0.47 (high)
Main fabricSmooth matte woven fabric in a muted green covering the majority of the shorts front panel.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.47 · w 0.60 · h 0.34 (high)
Side panelNarrow vertical color-block panel in medium blue running along the outer right side seam from waist to hem.
1 region
x 0.69 · y 0.49 · w 0.09 · h 0.38 (high)
Waistband and closureFlat waistband with a center front lace drawcord threaded through two metal eyelets; cord tied in a loose bow with visible aglet tips.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.36 · w 0.44 · h 0.14 (high)
Drawcord color and tipsRound off-white drawcord with dark-colored aglet tips.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.40 · w 0.25 · h 0.11 (high)
Eyelets hardwareTwo circular metal eyelets at the center front waistband with a metallic finish.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.39 · w 0.06 · h 0.04 (medium)
Visible stitchingSingle-needle topstitching visible along waistband, fly seam, and hem in a matching color.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.44 · w 0.60 · h 0.38 (high)
Woven logo patchSmall square woven patch with contrast elements sewn on the right front thigh near the side seam.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.65 · w 0.05 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a male model cropped at neck and mid-thigh, posed against a smooth light neutral wall with soft even lighting producing a faint shadow on the right.
Model and poseBare-chested male model shown from neck to mid-thigh, angled slightly to the right with arms behind back, exposing the front of the shorts.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.02 · w 0.90 · h 0.90 (high)
BackgroundPlain light gray to off-white wall with a soft shadow cast to the right of the model.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
LightingEven, diffuse studio lighting with minimal specular highlights and a soft drop shadow to the model's right.
Image cropHead is partially cropped out at the top; lower legs outside the frame; focus centered on torso and shorts.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
muted green· main front panel#73A285medium blue· side paneloff-white· drawcordmetallic silver· eyeletsdark charcoal· aglet tips
02: Product
Rear view of a pair of mid-length green swim boardshorts on a male model; features include a stitched center-back seam, a right-side flap pocket with a horizontal black stripe, and a metal drainage grommet on the pocket.
Overall silhouetteMid-length boardshorts visible from rear on model, sitting at the natural waist with a straight hem that falls to mid-thigh.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.55 · w 0.76 · h 0.42 (high)
WaistbandSingle-layer waistband with visible topstitching; appears flat and elastic-free in this view.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.56 · w 0.64 · h 0.06 (high)
Center back seamVertical stitched seam runs down the center back of the shorts from waistband to crotch area.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.57 · w 0.04 · h 0.28 (high)
Back flap pocketRectangular patch pocket with a stitched flap located on the right rear; flap has visible topstitching and the pocket body is stitched onto the short.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.66 · w 0.25 · h 0.20 (high)
Horizontal contrast stripeSingle horizontal black fabric stripe across the middle of the back pocket.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.72 · w 0.16 · h 0.05 (high)
Pocket drainage grommetSmall round metal drainage grommet visible on the lower right area of the back pocket.
1 region
x 0.79 · y 0.77 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (high)
Fabric appearanceSmooth, lightweight woven fabric with a matte finish and minimal surface texture.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.60 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (high)
Stitching detailVisible topstitching around waistband, pocket flap and hem in a matching thread color.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.56 · w 0.64 · h 0.40 (high)
Small logo tag on stripeSmall rectangular fabric tag attached to the black stripe on the pocket; characters on the tag are not legible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.73 · y 0.71 · w 0.04 · h 0.03 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot showing the model from the rear against a plain light gray background with even soft lighting and minimal shadows; image cropped at head top and mid-thigh.
Shot compositionRear three-quarters centered framing of a male model from upper shoulders to mid-thigh; model stands with arms relaxed at sides.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Background and lightingUniform light gray studio background with soft even lighting producing gentle shadows along the model's sides.
Image croppingTop of the model's head is partially cropped out of frame; lower legs are cropped out at mid-thigh.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.80 · w 1.00 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
muted green· main fabric#6FA083black· pocket stripe#1B1B1B

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Q&A

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What specific materials make up the quick-dry stretch fabric (e.g., nylon, polyester, spandex percentages)?: The quick-dry stretch fabric is typically 100% polyester or a polyester-spandex blend, but the exact percentages aren't listed for this specific boardshort. Most likely it's a polyester-dominant blend for durability and stretch.
How does the 8-inch inseam fit on different body types? Is this considered a short or standard length for boardshorts?: An 8-inch inseam is considered short for boardshorts; typical standard lengths range from 10 to 12 inches. This cut will sit well above the knee, suiting those who prefer a more modern, athletic fit or shorter builds. Taller individuals may find it very short.
Does the back patch pocket have a closure (like a Velcro flap or zipper) to keep items secure while swimming?: The back patch pocket does not have a closure like Velcro or a zipper; it is an open patch pocket. While it can hold small items like keys or a phone briefly, it's not designed to keep them secure during swimming.
Can the laced fly be fully closed, or is it mainly decorative? How does it interact with the drawcord waist?: The laced fly is fully functional; you can tighten or loosen it as needed, and it works together with the drawcord waist for a customizable fit. The drawcord adjusts the elastic waist, while the laced fly provides additional cinching at the center front.
Is the fabric treated for chlorine and saltwater resistance, or does it require special care to maintain quick-dry properties?: The fabric is not specifically treated for chlorine or saltwater resistance, but its quick-dry polyester material naturally withstands both. To maintain performance, rinse the boardshorts with fresh water after use and avoid bleach or fabric softener.

Provenance

Merchant Link: https://www.simons.ca/en/men-sports-clothes/swimwear/boardshorts/colour-block-boardshort--20481-2605?colourId=0
Updated: July 31, 2026