Men's TRU-SPEC Cotton Ripstop BDU Shorts (Zip Fly) Tactical Reviews, Deals, Problems and Guides

These are my new favorite shorts. The rip-stop fabric is of a weight that will hold up for a lot f years, but is not too heavy. The front pockets are solid. I am betting they will not blow out soon. The easy-access pockets in the leg cargo pockets are great. I use them constantly for phone, sunglass cases, knives, tools, etc. They fit great and they feel great.

The concept of "Desert Tigers" is also unique. That is what first caught my eye about these, and why I get comments about them from military, civilians and older vets. Reason: Tiger Stripe cammies were designed for the jungle. Using them in the desert is . . . ironic. That is why I get a lot of double take looks from vets and MIL. I just smile and say, "Yeah. I know. Cool, huh?" I wonder if the Air Force actually ordered a bunch of these and issues them, in pants and digitals, of course.

My wife asked me the other day if I am ever going to take these off. "Only to wash them, Baby," I said, "Only to wash them."

Last time I purchased 2 pair of these and 2 pair of the same style just with the hidden elastic built in. With in 3 weeks 2 of this style failed terribly......1 the pocket ripped at seam and went the entire seam up the side and down the side. The other pair the stitching pulled out in the side pockets and back pocket in about the the same time. Swore I'd not order from you again. These were on sale and popped up first on a google search, so I figured let's see how it goes. 3 weeks in and all 4 pair still look ok......so far

I'm very pleased. The material is 100% cotton for breathable comfort, and also has the rip-stop texture for durability. The camo pattern is very cool looking. The cargo pockets have pleats and are big enough to carry more than I need, and they secure with buttons. The brass YKK zipper is the standard of quality. Size and fit is as advertised in the sizing chart. I will enjoy these shorts for a long time. They are well worth what I paid.

It's the real colors-there have been authentic patterns but wrong colors being marketed in the recent past as VN tiger stripe. I like the knife/cell phone pockets in the bellows pockets. I thought the waist was on the small side of medium (usually 31-35") which are usually 35" w/ the side cinchers bringing it down to 31", but it seemed to be ca 32, but after wearing the material seems to be stretching out. Actually that pleases me as being a 32 in a 35 is sloppy.

I really, really love these shorts! The material is solid and will probably stand up to a lot of various activities, and the shipping was super fast! I purchased the Desert Stripe (L), my normal size for shorts, but they were falling off my hips. The adjustable waist tabs were a savior, though, as I was able to make them "normal" larges. I HIGHLY recommend the shorts, just be forewarned that the sizing runs big, so take advantage of the adjustable waist tabs or size down. Thanks for the great product!!

The shorts themselves seem okay enough, but they run so small we don't really know because husband can't wear them. I purchased hubby a size large which is supposedly a 36-38. My husband usually wears a 38, but needs to wear a belt with them or they fall off. A 36 can run a bit small in the hips and rear. When he tried on these shorts, he couldn't even get them buttoned or zipped. We will be exchanging for a larger size.

They are like my old woodland camo issued BDUs except in short length. I like them, nice ripstop cotton, everything seems well made. Material seems slightly thinner than milspec but I can't verify. Doesn't have the second inner button like on BDUs which is my only complaint. I will buy several denier cordura shorts next purchase when available, I think the cordura material might hold up to hard use better.

These shorts fit great and they are put together well. I like the cell phone pocket because it keeps the phone out of my way when I sit,as opposed to putting it in the side cargo pocket. The color, to me, seems closer to hunter green than od but every manufacturer varies. These are very nice. My side tabs work as well. Unlike some other brands I’ve used. Would recommend to others.

Been using the multicam bdu shorts for a couple of years now and decided to add the od zip shorts... good deal: low price, easy wash/dry and hard to find elsewhere.

Fit is true to size range and product is well made. All seams are tight and well finished. The pockets are generous and well positioned to be useful. Especially love the hidden cell phone pocket behind both cargo pockets. Very handy and no "pocket dials". Will be ordering more.