Shade Lite 4in Short - Women's
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Shade Lite 4in Short keeps us cool and comfortable with a breathable design and built-in liner for active days
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"I love these shorts for warm-weather adventures—they’re lightweight, breathable, and super comfortable. The soft mesh liner wicks moisture, and the high-waist elastic band provides a snug yet flexible fit. Whether I'm hiking, running, or just lounging post-adventure, these are my go-to shorts. Plus, the phone pocket at the back is a game-changer for hands-free movement!"
Whether we're hitting the trail, running errands, or unwinding after an adventure, the Shade Lite 4in Short is our warm-weather go-to. Designed with an ultra-lightweight feel and a soft, breathable mesh liner, these shorts keep us cool and comfortable no matter how high the temps rise.
The high-waist elastic mesh waistband delivers a secure fit without feeling restrictive, while the external drawcord ensures customizable adjustability. A back phone pocket and an internal envelope pocket provide convenient storage for small essentials, so we can stay hands-free and focused on the journey ahead. From trail runs to travel days, these versatile shorts are ready to move.
Details
- Lightweight, breathable shorts designed for active adventures
- Soft, moisture-wicking mesh liner for added comfort
- High-waist elastic band ensures a secure and flexible fit
- External drawcord with silicone stopper allows for adjustability
- Center back drop-in pocket securely holds a phone
- Internal envelope pocket stores keys and small essentials
- Item #MHWZAC4
- Material
- 100% polyester
- Fit
- regular
- Length
- mid-thigh
- Inseam
- 4in
- Pockets
- 1 center back, 1 internal envelope
- Waist
- elastic mesh, drawcord adjustable
- Activity
- hiking, trail running, road running, casual
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited lifetime
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Overall Rating
3.5 based on 6 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageAugust 24, 2025
Just ok
Definitely needed the XS, and I’m usually between XS and S. Still feels like a little too much material in the front, but the inner liner is on the smaller side. It would be nice for the sides to have a little more of a slit or notch to help with bunching. Color is great. And thick waistband is nice.
Originally reviewed on mountainhardwear.com
August 14, 2025
It’s better in black
Bought this and a pair in black, maybe something to do with the dyes, this pair is stiff with no stretch. I hoped to hike/run but the silky-ish material has no give and is very uncomfortable. Shame since the same pair I bought in black is one of my favorite shorts!!
Originally reviewed on mountainhardwear.com
August 14, 2025
Great all around shorts
I love these shorts, the only improvement would be to add some front pockets. I wish they also came in 5” inseam.
Originally reviewed on mountainhardwear.com
July 28, 2025
Butt hangs out
I bought these to run in and go to the gym. I have the 2” inseam. I have a big butt and relatively smaller waist. When I wear these, the waistband migrates up to my natural waist and the shorts settle in to be quite high waisted. There would be nothing wrong with this, except that with such a short inseam and open flowy cut to the shorts, my whole butt hangs out like I’m wearing little lingerie shorties. I’m trying to figure out how to mitigate this issue as I otherwise enjoy the shorts in general.
Originally reviewed on mountainhardwear.com
May 19, 2025
So comfy, airy, and lightweight
I bought a pair in black about a month or two ago and I'm so obsessed. They're so breathable and lightweight and feel so airy. The back waistband is smooth which is nice for when I have my backpack on for hiking as it doesn't rub or irritate. The front waistband feels like it would be too long of a band but again, with my pack on, it's long enough that it doesn't rub or irritate, but just lies flat underneath. Truly cannot recommend these shorts enough - my partner just bought 5 pairs in the men's version too!
Originally reviewed on mountainhardwear.com
May 8, 2025
Flattering and Lightweight!
Comfortable waistband, lightweight and wicks sweat well... also very flattering!
Originally reviewed on mountainhardwear.com
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