Explore men's surf boardshorts in quick-dry stretch and recycled fabrics, with 17–21" outseams, secure pocket styles, and surf-ready prints from budget to premium.
Men's Surf Boardshorts
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5.0 (1)
Patagonia Hydropeak Side Shore Board Shorts - Men's 18" Outseam
$79
Billabong
73 Lo Tide 18" Boardshorts - Mist Green
$59.95
Billabong
73 Lo Tide 18" Boardshorts - Deep Blue
$59.95
O'Neill
Hyperfreak Mysto Scallop 19" Boardshorts
$35.99
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+1
O'Neill
Lennox Scallop 19" Boardshorts
$24.99
+2
Volcom
Men's Infuse Scallop Mod
$60
Volcom
Men's Lido Solid Mod
$55
Howler Brothers
Warlock Tech Boardshorts 17" - Warped Checkers : Dark Slate
$79
RVCA
Sands Elastic 17" Trunk
$51.99
Big 5 Sporting Goods
Nike Men's Merge 9" Hybrid Boardshorts
$24.98
Stio
Men's CFS Board Short - 10.5"
$79
+1
Stio
Men's CFS Board Short - 7.5"
$79
+1
Here are a mix of men’s surf-ready boardshorts (quick-dry/performance options, plus a few budget picks) in different lengths and styles.
Preferred length?
16–17 in
18 in
19–20 in
10–12 in (hybrid/shorter)
Waist style?
Lace-up (no elastic)
Elastic + drawstring
Hybrid (belt loops + stretch)
Best for?
Surfing (stay-put, minimal bulk)
Swimming/beach
All-day wear (pockets/comfort)
Suggestions
Show me more 18-inch surf boardshorts
I want lace-up boardshorts (no elastic)
I prefer elastic waist + drawstring
Keep it under $50
What’s the difference between boardshorts and swim trunks?