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Men’s Backcast II™ Water Trunk
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Construction:
- Omni-Shade UPF 50 provides maximum protection for long hours in the sun
- Interior mesh brief
- Quick dry
- Relaxed fit
- Imported
Fabric:
- Omni-Shade 100% textured nylon poplin
Men’s Backcast II™ Water Trunk 4.5 5 88 88
oldies still goodies My husband has been wearing these shorts for years. They are always the same quality year to year. They are all purpose. Fishing, yard work, shopping, traveling, and anything else you can think of. If traveling they rinse out easily and are dry by morning.They wear well and the color doesn't fade.Highly recommended. April 6, 2013
Beautiful Upper Thigh Tan I can confirm that your thighs will be grateful for these shorts. Less importantly, they're comfortable, lightweight, durable, and the ladies love them. April 4, 2013
Thigh Tan These are some top notch shorts right here. I can remember the last time I bought a pair of shorts that gave me this good of an upper thigh tan.10/10 Would recommend. March 5, 2013
Love Columbia Water Trunks My 15 year old grandson loves Columbia water trunks. In the spring and summer we purchase them at Bass Pro Shops in Nashville. This is my first time to order them online and I'm very pleased. My grnndson particularly likes the carbon color. I ordered medium this time since he is very slim but still growing and I wanted some growth room. Typical GRAM. January 5, 2013
excellent shorts I've worn earlier version of these shorts for 9 years and extremely impressed how they've lasted. My older pair was size medium so ordered same size again without looking at sizing chart. Of course I needed to exchange for size small which fits fine and matches todays current sizing chart.I've worn these shorts mainly for just knocking around. They're very comfortable and stylish for casual dress. My 9 year old pair have worn like iron and this newer version seems to be same quality with addition of belt loops (superfluous in my opinion) and narrow pliers pocket (also superfluous).I see some reviewers use these shorts as swim wear, where they will function, but I've worn them mainly as comfortable casual everyday shorts. If you're in and out of water a lot these shorts will work great.Reference sizing: I'm 5'9" 148 lbs 31-32 inch waist and worn size med. for entire adult life of 40 years until recently. Now wear size small. December 24, 2012
good quality and features I had the older version of this product for the last 5 years and it looks almost as good as new.Ordered new version and looks and fits great-I use them for tennis and outdoor fun. December 12, 2012
Perfect Have 6 pair and might get some more. December 11, 2012
Personal favorite Good pockets, belt loops, fast dry, what's not to like? Usually wear xl but lg fits perfect. November 20, 2012
My college son loves them! He lives in these shorts and can go for days wearing them. Being and outdoor lover, these shorts take him everywhere. November 1, 2012
holds up to wear and tear and washing Bought for my husband replacing columbia shorts he has had for years and years. Every day, tennis, etc. Hopefully, these will last just as long....... September 19, 2012
Backcast II These shorts are great except the dark colors have white lining and they should be black. Also, the rear pocket is huge! Needs to be cut back in width and length. September 19, 2012
Unusual sizing Wear XL everything including earlier version of this product. This XL was at least XXL equivalent and had to be returned at extra cost. September 18, 2012
great fishing attire i wear these all summer long for casual wear around the place, we live on the river. August 28, 2012
Belt Loops? The belt loops seem out of place on this product and if they were to be used, more loops and a closer spacing would help their functionality August 27, 2012
awesome kayaking shorts very light, dries super fast ! i wear these while fishing and kayaking and really like them a lot. they have a drawstring and the mesh inner liners so you can wear them like a bathing suit and that is great on a hot day when you get out and wade a bit. August 26, 2012
Not really a bathing suit I bought this expecting it to be a bathing suit ("water trunk"). When it arrived, I saw a label on it that suggests it it made to be worn when fishing (or boating, etc.). It has belt loops, another hint that it's not a pair of swimming trunks. Unfortunately, I've gone on vacation and taking this with me as my only swimming trunks, so I'm forced to use it. I like how quickly it dries when I get out of the ocean -- the water beads up on it and falls away, but it's not as snug around my waist as I'd like. It does have an elasticized waistband, but not as strong or as wide as I'd like it. After this vacation, I'll probably just use them as camp or gym shorts and buy another bathing suit. August 15, 2012
Best swim trunks/shorts ever! There are the best swim trunks/active shorts I've had. The length is perfect for not getting in the way or sticking to you in very uncomfortable ways. Made of great, light, cool fabric. Very glad I purchased 3 pairs. August 14, 2012
Nice quality and perfect fit. This bathing suit fit perfectly and has a comfortable inner mesh. August 10, 2012
Great for everyday water activities These trunks fit great and work with low key water activities as well as those more intense days. They feel great! July 13, 2012
This is exactly what we wanted. Not like pedal pushers. Wondeful product. Pricey. Know that it will last. July 11, 2012
great for the water these shorts are very comfortable for use in the water and out of the water. They are well made. I would buy them again. July 3, 2012
Comfortable trunks Solid functional bathing trunks. Not sure need for belt loops. Fit and quality are good. Color is accurate as photo. July 3, 2012
Great Shorts I know these are called water trunks, but I use them for fishing, and for shorts in south Texas. They keep me cool in our hot humid climate and are easy to clean. I love the deep front pockets and the back zippered pocket. I have 4 of the colors and they are my number one go-to short for all occasions. Thanks Columbia for making such a great short! June 30, 2012
SWIM SUIT NICE FEEL NOT TO TIGHT LIKE THE POCKETS June 21, 2012
Fantastic and Active Shorts I have been buying the Columbia Backcast Water Trunks for many years. I wear them because they are functional, quick drying and last forever. I highly recommend them for any tropical or wet environment activity. June 10, 2012
This product is great The short are great, fabric are light and very comfortable. One issue M size are in fact L size. June 6, 2012
Best Trunk ever This is the best swim trunk I have ever owned. The fit is great, and they are extremely comfortable. I am on the water almost every day and they have held up to all the punishment. April 30, 2012
Pocket I love the shorts, however if you have an iphone with an Outter cover it will not fit in the smaller side pocket that seems ideal for the phonei am outdoors approx 300 days a year April 25, 2012
No complaints Fits and works just how I wanted them to. Great suit. April 24, 2012
Compfortable Fit These shorts have a perfect and compfortable fit. They are very fast drying and nice and cool on those hot days on the water. I am a full time fishing guide so these attributes are very important to me. April 21, 2012
Confortable This is my second pair of these. Great outdoor short for all kinds of activities. Highly recommend April 12, 2012
Swim Trunks Fits great and looks good too. Would definitely recommend this to others. April 11, 2012
shorts they fit weird around the waist, the draw string is thin and the elastic is flimsy, the inner liner is irritating while i sit. i am kinda particular when it comes to my shorts, had columbia shorts before and loved them but not these April 11, 2012
comfortable and easy to pack Great for swiming and boating. A real easy item to take on vacation since they pack in such a small space and dry quickly. April 8, 2012
I can't stop wearing them Bough them about a week ago and I can't stop wearing them. They are super comfortable and the perfect length. April 4, 2012
product is well designed and made. Very comfortable and fits well. April 2, 2012
Comfortable all day... These are the shorts that will keep you cool and dry all day. Perfect fit to keep you comfortable all day at work building a house, at the beach or on the boat... March 29, 2012
This product is everything that we were looking for. Great product. My husband loves them. March 19, 2012
Comfortable and fit well. I'm a full time guide who spends most of my time in the water (salt and fresh). So far these shorts have held up as well as my other Columbia products.Looking forward to many more years from them. March 9, 2012
GREAT PRODUCT! These Water Trunks are just what my Husband needed. Not for water activities actually, but he wears them around the house with a T-shirt. They are very well made and are comfortable to wear. February 28, 2012
Great Shorts I have 3 pairs of these shorts and wear them in rotation here in Hawaii. They are nice enough to wear out for dinner and tough enough to wear fishing (might want wash 'em in between those activities, they dry quick!). Excellent value, great quality. February 24, 2012
Great suit! Great looking and wearing suit--suitable for swimming or working out. Not too long or short. Columbia's sizes seem to run a size larger than most other companies, so if you normally wear a medium, you'll want a small. February 10, 2012
Great swimming/boating shorts For the purpose I wanted them for, these shorts are perfect. I think they might be a little short for wearing around as short pants (shorter inseam that many columbia water shorts) but they are perfect for water shorts. November 18, 2011
Shorts fit fine I now realise that I bought swim shorts. Did not expect the mesh lining. Still want quick dry fishing shorts that I can wear over norman underwear. Four years ago you made the perfect short. Was made of very light weight parachute rip stop fabric but no lining. Are they still available? A. Hurst November 8, 2011
Durable, Comfortable, like the pockets I use these mainly for Swimming. Had one pair for months with no issue - then one swim at LA Fitness La Verne and they completely faded. So ordered two more - since I like these so much - wanted a backup pair. Pocket is handy for keeping locker key secure while swimming laps. These are also great lake shorts also. October 30, 2011
Very Good for inactive water activities The water trunk should be designed by a water sports person. Then, the pockets would drain better and not turn inside-out when entering the water. The pockets should be stitched to keep them where they belong. Now they billow out and look foolish. As a pool fitness instructor, these work only if I don't jump into the pool. October 13, 2011
Awesome short These shorts serve various purposes very well. They dry fast which makes them great for the beach and outdoor activities like rafting or a hike that involves water. I also use them for working out where the pockets come in handy for holding keys and such. The length is great for leg exercises. October 3, 2011
Not for the pool I really love the fit and look of these trunks, however they bleach out pretty badly after a couple weeks swimming in the pool. My black trunks are now a dark gray. October 1, 2011
GREAT BUT ONE PROBLEM The Backcast II Water Trunk is a great product but has one shortcoming. It fits comfortably, is lightweight and dries quickly. But here's the one flaw: the mesh liner is very uncomfortable against the skin when sitting down for extended periods on a hot, sweaty summer day. I hope Columbia reissues this short the same except switches to a crepe liner or any type of liner that doesn't imbed in your skin like this mesh liner. August 11, 2011
Great shorts When I received the shorts I tried them on, good fit.Washed them and they came out great as for fit and color.I put them on today to go to the movies and they were just what I needed for comfort,hot weather and fit. August 7, 2011
Men’s Body Measurements (Inches)
| Tops | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| neck | 14 14.5 |
15 15.5 |
16 16.5 |
17 17.5 |
18 18.5 |
19 19.5 |
| sleeve length | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 |
| waist | 27 29 |
30 32 |
33 35 |
36 38 |
39 42 |
43 46 |
| hips | 32 34 |
35 37 |
38 40 |
41 43 |
44 46 |
47 49 |
| chest size | 32 35 |
35 38 |
38 41 |
42 45 |
46 49 |
50 53 |
| Bottoms | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| waist | 28 | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 |
| hip | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 47 | 49 |
| inseam | 30 - 32 - 34 | ||||||||
How to measure
- Neck: Measure at the base or thickest part of your neck.
- Chest/Bust: Measure at the fullest part of the chest, under the armpits and over the shoulder blades, keeping the tape measure firm and level.
- Waist: Measure around natural waistline, allowing tape measure to sit comfortably.
- Sleeves: Start at the center back of your neck and measure across the shoulder to the elbow and down to the the wrist. Round up to the next even number.
- Inseam: Measure from the top of the interior leg to the bottom of the ankle.
Men's Fit Guide
Performance
Body contouring fit conforms to movement.
Body contouring fit conforms to movement.
Active
Body skimming fit with end-use mobility in mind.
Body skimming fit with end-use mobility in mind.
Modern Classic
Universal, easy fit for comfortable range of motion.
Universal, easy fit for comfortable range of motion.
Relaxed
Most generous fit for a full spectrum of movement.
Most generous fit for a full spectrum of movement.
Shipping Information
| Shipping Method | Rate | Expected Delivery Time |
|---|---|---|
| UPS Ground | $6.00 | 3 - 7 Business Days |
| UPS 2-Day Air | $12.00 | 2 - 3 Business Days |
| UPS Overnight | $19.00 | 1 - 2 Business Days |
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Return Policy
- Returns are accepted within 30 days of the purchase date online or in-store.
- Your apparel must be in original and unworn condition, with tags still attached. Footwear returns must also include the original box.
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