The Faro shorts are a super stretchy softshell short (try saying that quickly!). Ideal for active pursuits, when trousers would just get in the way, but you still need a technical feature set to see you through.
Whether you’re out on the bike, trekking through the Alps or enjoying some hot rock climbing somewhere exotic, the Faro fit the bill. Cut just above the knee, the high UPF fabric will prevent sun burnt thighs from ruining your day out, and the fabric stretch will let you move pretty much any way your body will let you!
There are plenty of pockets to stash your stuff. On the front - 2 YKK zipped hand pockets, one of which has a clip loop sewn in. On the thigh a zipped pocket with an internal pocket (fits iPhone). On the rear there is another zipped pocket.
Inside leg 10"
Features
Key Features
- Stretchy, wicking, wind resistant softshell
- C6 DWR finish and UPF 50 sun protection
- Technical semi-slim cut
- Diamond crotch for articulation
- Double stitched critical seams for durability
- 3 Year Alpine Bond
Vital stats
Fit
Regular
Construction
Fabric: 88% nylon, 12% spandex double weave, 166gsm
DWR: C6
UV Protection: UPF 50+
Weight
8: 208 g, 10: 215 g, 12: 221 g, 14: 233 g
Origin: China
Sustainability and Product Care
Sustainability
How It Is Made
Recycled Materials
We always choose the most environmentally preferable materials and are moving our entire range to recylced wherever possible.
Where It Is Made
Our products are made in the best factories in the world. We know the factories personally and they have all signed up to our Code of Ethics in our supply chain. This includes the Ethical Trading Initiative base code, fair pay, safe working environments, no child labour, no modern slavery, no bribery or corruption, no materials from conflict zones and humane farming methods.
All our factories sign up to our Code of Conduct. Find out where we make our product by visiting our Factories of Alpkit factory zone.
Reducing our carbon footprint
We are carbon neutral under PAS2060 and offset our Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 operations and transport emissions. We recognise that offsetting is not part of the solution but a point to pass through on a journey to Net Zero. Carbon Neutral is just a step in that journey.
We have joined the Science Based Targets Initiative which sets independent targets for us to achieve to do our bit to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Our targets are to halve our Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025 based on 2018 base year and reduce our total carbon intesnity by 15% every year to achieve genuine net zero by 2050.
End of life
When your partnership with this product is over send it back to us and we will pass it on to someone that needs it through our Continuum Project.
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Works Well With
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| UK | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | |
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Waist Inches CMs |
25.5" 65 |
27" 69 |
29" 74 |
31" 79 |
33" 84 |
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Hips Inches CMs |
35" 89 |
37" 94 |
39" 99 |
41" 104 |
43" 109 |
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| EU | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | |
| USA | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | |
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How to MeasureThis size chart indicates the body measurements our garments are designed to fit. Measure yourself as described below, and use the size chart to find your size:Waist - Measure around your waist at the narrowest part. Hips - Standing with your feet together, measure around your hips at the widest part. |
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How to MeasureThis size chart indicates the body measurements our garments are designed to fit. Measure yourself as described below, and use the size chart to find your size:Waist - Measure around your waist at the narrowest part. Hips - Standing with your feet together, measure around your hips at the widest part. |
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| Close fitting designed to conform to your body shape. | Slim and slightly contoured but not form fitting. | A comfortable fit that's not too tight, nor too loose. | A looser fit with a bit more space but not too baggy. |
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| A comfortable fit that's not too tight, nor too loose. | A looser fit with a bit more space but not too baggy. | ||