It's not critical to wear a garment under your board shorts. But, if you’re going to be in the water for extended periods of time and need added support, rash protection, and/or muscle stabilization, we recommend wearing Hurley compression under your board shorts.

Board short length is measured by the outseam (top of the waistband to the bottom of the hem) as opposed to the inseam. You’ll find our board shorts categorized by shorter (16” – 17” outseam), standard (18” – 19” outseam) and longer (20” – 21” outseam).

Elite is a classification of Hurley board shorts. Elite board shorts signify our highest quality board shorts and feature a welded seamless construction along with innovative. technically engineered waistbands.

Hybrid shorts are shorts that you can wear in and out of water. Hurley hybrid shorts feature lightweight, quick-drying material to make your transition from water to land comfortable.

Welded seams are used in lieu of a standard, sewn stitch. These seams are fused together via heat, creating a surface that’s flush with the skin to reduce chafing. Sewn seams are just like they sound. This type of construction will show a stitch visible to the naked eye.

“Swim trunks” refer to a pair of shorts designed for use in water but were not necessarily designed with performance in mind. Swim trunks typically feature an elastic waistband and mesh liner. Board shorts are designed for activity and sport in water, do not have a mesh liner, and feature a fixed waistband with a tie or drawcord that keep them locked in place.

Phantom is Hurley's stretch fabric. Phantom is lightweight, comfortable and quick drying. It's currently offered in two options: P60 (60% stretch) and P30 (30% stretch). Supersuede is an alternative board short fabric made of 100% recycled polyester. It is a soft, durable, non-stretch fabric. Phantom is Hurley's stretch fabric. Phantom is lightweight, comfortable and quick drying. It's currently offered in two options: P60 (60% stretch) and P30 (30% stretch). Supersuede is an alternative board short fabric made of 100% recycled polyester. It is a soft, durable, non-stretch fabric.

To keep your board shorts in the best condition possible, always hand wash in cold water and line dry. In terms of detergent, small amounts of gentle shampoo, dish soap or mild laundry detergent work best. Doing this not only helps keep your board shorts clean, but prolongs the life of the DWR coating on them. Care instructions are also listed on the inside of every pair of Hurley board shorts.

Board shorts with a scalloped hem have a scoop cutout on the outside of each leg. This cutout helps you move easier in high-performance situations. A straight hem is exactly what it sounds like - a straight edge all the way around the hem of the board shorts.

The waistband is the only substantial point of contact between the board shorts and your body. This allows it to react to your movements in the water and offer superior comfort and stability when you need it most.

Every pair of Hurley board shorts is a premium garment, but the variation in price comes from different constructions and attributes. A welded, heat-fused seam will cost more than a standard, sewn seam due to the technology involved. Features such as a highly-technical woven or fused waistband, or welded internal pockets can also affect the board shorts’ cost.