Rough and tough adventure shorts from the Norwegian mountains
These 7-incher field shorts from Norwegian brand Amundsen have a mighty following among rugged Scandi outdoorsmen, and you can see why. Everything about them is engineered to survive seriously rough treatment – from the bombproof stretch Cordura to the top-grade Scottish waxed canvas reinforcement yokes on the front and seat. They're the sort of shorts that you'll only ever need to buy once, and the hard-wearing waxed cotton from Halley Stevensons in Dundee will age beautifully as you put them through their paces year after year. The fitted design and seven-inch length are perfect for hiking and other active sports where you don't want baggy boardies flapping about – and they've got some nice little touches like a knife loop on the belt and a signature watch pocket in pale red British Millerain waxed cotton. Oh, and did we mention they look the business too?
- Mid-length outdoor shorts
- Made from stretchy Cordura (97% polyamide, 3% elastane)
- Reinforced front and back with waxed cotton canvas from Halley Stevensons
- Watch pocket in weathered red British Millerain waxed cotton
- Loop on right-hand side for a knife or other tool
- Stretchy Cordura (97% polyamide, 3% elastane)
- Reinforced front and back with waxed cotton canvas from Halley Stevensons
Amundsen shorts run on the small side. If you're on the cusp between two sizes, we suggest you take the larger size.
Metric (cm) Small Medium Large XL XXL Seat 92 98 104 110 116 Waist 78 84 90 96 102 Body Height 170-178 174-182 178-186 182-193 186-196 Inches Small Medium Large XL XXL Waist 30 33 35 37 40 Seat 36 38 41 43 45 Body Height 67 - 70 68 - 71 70 - 73 71 - 76 73 - 77 - Sustainability through Longevity: While the biggest polluters in the outdoor industry compete to make the most noise about recycling and other green initiatives, Amundsen focus on what matters most: fewer products. Through the use of quality materials, technology and craftsmanship, Amundsen continuously make sure your timeless and versatile garments last for generations.
Amundsen clothing is named after one of the greatest explorers ever to walk the Earth. No pressure there then. In fact, the company’s co-founder, Jørgen Amundsen, is a relative of the legendary man himself, and the brand’s designs are based on classic styles from the golden age of exploration. Throw in a generous dash of 1960s Nordic ski resort chic and you’ve got a unique range of good-looking kit that’ll get you noticed in all the right ways.
However, there’s nothing old-fashioned about the way Amundsen’s gear performs. Ruggedly built from merino wool and waterproof triple-layer cotton, these are serious expedition-grade garments built for a Scandi outdoor culture – a concept that the Norwegians call ‘friluftsliv’, or ‘open-air life’. It’s the idea that time spent enjoying the freedom of the outdoors should be a core part of your life, since it enhances just about everything else. Now that’s something we can all get on board with.
