Light, stretchy and with handy pockets, the Exploration Shorts are pretty much a summer hiking essential. The nylon-elastane fabric mix is durable but forgiving and, when combined with a gusseted crotch, ensures you enjoy full range of motion even on steep, stepped trails. The water-repellent finish brushes off light summer showers and two hand pockets, a rear pocket and two zipped thigh pockets provide plenty of secure storage.