Men's PFG Permit™ II Short
$45.00
With an incredible 10 pockets, this wicking and UV-repelling short artfully stashes your gear.
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Technologies
Omni-Wick™
WICKEDLY DRY.
Pulls moisture away from the body so sweat can evaporate quickly.
Omni-Shade™
ENJOY THE SUN SAFELY.
Blocks UVA and UVB rays to help prevent sunburn and long-term skin damage.
Details
PLENTY OF POCKETSCrafted with an incredible collection of 10 pockets, this super-wicking and sun-repelling short dries quickly and artfully stashes your stuff to keep you hands free out on the water.
Features:
- Omni-Shade UPF 30 provides great protection for long hours in the sun
- Omni-Wick advanced evaporation actively breathes and pulls moisture away from your skin to keep you dry and comfortable
- Quick dry
- Multifunctional pocket
- Utility loop
- Relaxed fit
- Inseam length: 10”
- Imported
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Uses: Fishing
- Style# 1494201
Fabric
Fabric:
- Omni-Shade, Omni-Wick 100% nylon
Size & Fit
Measurement & Sizes (Inches)
| Size | Pant Size | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 28-30 | 26-29 | 32-34 |
| S | 32 | 29-32 | 35-37 |
| M | 34 | 32-35 | 38-40 |
| L | 36 | 36-39 | 41-43 |
| XL | 40 | 40-43 | 44-46 |
| XXL | 44 | 44-47 | 48-50 |
Inseam varies by item
- 1. Neck: Measure at the base or thickest part of your neck.
- 2. Sleeves: Start at the center back of your neck and measure across the shoulder and down to the wrist. Round up to the next even number.
- 3. 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.
- 4. Waist: Measure around the natural waistline, allowing the tape measure to sit comfortably.
- 5. Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips.
- 6. Inseam: Measure from the top of the interior leg to the bottom of the ankle.
Performance
Body contouring fit conforms to movement.
Active
Body skimming fit with end-use mobility in mind.
Modern Classic / Regular
Universal, easy fit for comfortable range of motion.
Relaxed
Most generous fit for a full spectrum of movement.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping Information
| Shipping Method | Rate | Expected Delivery Time |
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| Standard | $6.00 | 5-7 Business Days |
| Expedited | $12.00 | 3-4 Business Days |
| Rush | $19.00 | 2-3 Business Days |
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Return Policy
Returns are accepted within 60 days of the purchase date online. Your apparel must be in original and unworn condition, with tags still attached. Footwear returns must also include the original box.
PLEASE NOTE:
Non-expedited shipments to the following areas can take up to six weeks:
- Alaska
- Hawaii
- Guam
- Puerto Rico
- US Virgin Islands
- APO addresses
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Reviews
Men's PFG Permit™ II Short is rated
4.7 out of
5 by
55.
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Scfatcats from
Perfect fishing shorts!
I am a full time fishing guide and these along with the blood and guts shorts are by far my favorite as I have every color in both. They are just as appropriate for out on the town as they are out on the boat.
Date published: 2019-06-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
NashvilleNative from
On the Go to In the Water
This lightweight short is perfect for those on the go; paired with a tee, tank or button down. The shorts are breathable and dry quickly when wet. Perfect for the lake, river, splash pad with the kids or any event that you may need to get wet but dry quickly. I got the 10” length which are fine but next purchase will be the 6” length.
Date published: 2019-06-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MangoMan18 from
Great Shorts
These shorts are comfortable and functional. They even accommodate my substantial beer belly. They are functional and can be worn anywhere I go in Florida. Great on the balcony for sunset or fishing on the boat
Date published: 2019-06-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Fisher69 from
Fishing
Bought to fish in. Excellent, comfortable and cool. Blood washes right out.
Date published: 2019-05-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Robert54 from
Great shorts !
I love the shorts very comfortable!
Date published: 2019-04-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
SeanTP from
So good i own 6 pairs
I love these shorts. They are very light weight and dry fast which is perfect for living in Florida. The pockets are great and plentiful. Would recommend these shorts to everyone.
Date published: 2019-04-02
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Dennyrelf from
reat shirts
love these can't wait till summer
Date published: 2018-12-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Kimmyvonm from
Fit
Great fit & comfortable
Date published: 2018-12-12
Rated 5 out of
5
by
dpb13 from
PFG Short
Great design and great material with great features
Date published: 2018-10-03
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Mattaimee from
Great product for the price.
Well fitting and good looking.
Date published: 2018-09-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
David926 from
The best active-wear shorts on the market
Perfect! I wear them fishing, golfing, camping, just about everywhere. PFG products are a piece of genius.
Date published: 2018-08-13
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Himalot from
Great shorts
Fit is great works well by the water dries fast
Date published: 2018-07-15
Rated 5 out of
5
by
spankypj from
PFG Permit II Shorts
Extremely satisfied with the whole process, comfortable and functional.
Date published: 2018-07-13
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Mimi132 from
Great shorts!
I bought these shorts for my husband. He usually wears a relaxed fit in jeans so the shorts fit but were a little snug. The fabric is great and he seemed very pleased with his gift.
Date published: 2018-06-29
Rated 4 out of
5
by
pvdf from
Very nice shorts
Light, comfortable feel.
I wish the cargo pocket was deep enough for my cell phone. Otherwise, just perfect for me.
Date published: 2018-06-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Lostcowboy from
Permit II Shorts
I am a wade fisherman along the Texas coast and the Permit II shorts have been the only shorts I wear. Fits right, great pockets, drys quickly and are durable. My uses don’t stop there the Permit II shorts are nice enough for casual wear. With the Texas heat you will find me doing yard work and operating my tractor in a pair of Permit II shorts. I love to bow hunt hogs and in the summer you will find me in a bow blind wearing a pair of Permit II shorts. Great product and the only shorts I need.
Date published: 2018-06-16
Rated 5 out of
5
by
calsranch from
Great pair of shorts
These are now the only shorts my husband will wear, he is able to wear them to work and here at home along with on the boat. They hold up great and can take the abuse he puts his clothes thru.
Date published: 2018-06-02
Rated 5 out of
5
by
HankD from
Longevity
I spend a lot of time walking the beach in South Florida with my fly rod. I need shirts that are light and durable. These shorts do the job far better than much higher priced shorts. Have yet to find anything better.
Date published: 2018-05-10
Rated 5 out of
5
by
vipermike from
Permit II Shorts
Comfortable, fit well, look great, priced right...what else is there?!?
Date published: 2018-05-03
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Sycamore from
All-around great shorts
These shorts are a great weight for summer activities and are very comfortable. I ordered the size I normally wear in jeans and found them to fit but just a touch small. I ordered the next size up and they fit better.
Date published: 2018-05-02
Rated 5 out of
5
by
itsmeglennv from
Lightweight and comfortable
Drys quickly. Very comfortable. Love it
Date published: 2018-04-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Joe55 from
Super comfortable
Just what I expect from Columbia: high quality, super comfortable!
Date published: 2018-04-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Inix7 from
Great Shorts
I’ve always worn the Silver Ridge shorts but I thought I would give the Permit shorts a try. I think I have found a new favorite. Great look and a great fit.
Date published: 2018-03-06
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Lacho from
Men’s PFG Permit short 10”
Perfect short for me! Lightweight as I live in the tropics! Functional with cargo pockets for easy access. Washes great with little or no ironing required. I will definitely order more colors!
Date published: 2017-12-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jagz from
Permit me II be honest
The PFG permit II is the most functional, versatile, comfortable, and toughest pair of shorts I own. This is the 4th pair I've bought ranging from size 32 to 36 (I retired after 24 years of active duty military service, so I've put on a few pounds). I use them for fishing, kayaking, camping, hiking, hanging out around the house, and even going out to dinner. Quick to dry, never bunch up or sag, and not a tear after lots of use and abuse. The elastic in the rear part of the waistband is comfortable and adjusts to any position or activity without stretching. The zipper has not given me any issues and the velcro has stayed true without wearing out keeping all the belongings in my pockets secure. I own a pair in every color and no fading whatsoever. Definitely worth the price and another quality Columbia product I would recommend to anyone.
Date published: 2017-09-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
NGAZ from
Great Product
This pair of shorts ... fantastic. Fit beautifully- just the right fabric & weight for Arizona. Launder terrific
Date published: 2017-09-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Wrinckel from
Men's PFG Permit
Excellent fit, excellent color. Just what I expected! I am only 5'5" and needed a 6 inch inseam. These short are perfect. Thank you,
Date published: 2017-07-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Frenchy from
Found at last...
The perfect short for a guy who doesn't like the long lengths of most shorts, has to have pockets, looks neat and must be black or navy. Great for hot weather and can be worn for outdoor sports, lounging, and even casual dress. Body build for person I purchased for is very trim and fit.
Date published: 2017-06-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
bibby59 from
great pair of shorts
These shorts are true to size and very comfortable. These are my second pair
Date published: 2017-06-11
Rated 5 out of
5
by
TNrunner from
Great shorts, but tighter than I expected
I ordered three pairs of these after I was unable to find Blood 'n Guts with pockets in the front like these. I ordered the same waist size as my BnG's, but these seem to be quite a bit tighter.
I was glad to see they were available in a 6" length as I don't like my shorts touching my knees.
The quality is excellent, so I'm sending these back and will buy the same thing in the next larger size.
Date published: 2017-06-08
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Furnsales from
Men's shorts
Great lightweight summer shorts
Date published: 2017-05-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Lone37 from
Excellent product
I wanted to see if these felt as good as the material of the shirts I bought and they are wonderful, lightweight and cool. I am hot natured and really love
Date published: 2017-05-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
pearce1 from
great pair of casual shorts
Love them. I'm buying more tonight!!!
Date published: 2017-05-13
Rated 5 out of
5
by
BWSC from
Best Shorts Ever
Light, comfortable and plenty of pockets.
Date published: 2017-05-04
Rated 4 out of
5
by
KCM36 from
Wonderful shorts
I own all three colors of these shorts and i love them. They are light, breathable, and offer coolness for the hot spring and summer days.
Date published: 2017-05-03
Rated 5 out of
5
by
EO565 from
Great
Love these shorts great value!
Date published: 2017-04-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Ron3095 from
Great Boat Shorts
I spend a lot of time out on the water, good boat shorts are important to me. I've been through many brands until I found these. The first pair fit and looked so good, I went out and got 5 more pair.
I don't know when exactly, (or why) American men started wearing very baggy shorts that came down to the knee or beyond. I got these shorts in the 6 inch inseam which is very comfortable and allows for unrestricted motion. I race sail boats or taking photographs of wildlife when I'm out on the water. Both activities require lots of motion. These shorts hold up well in both situations.
There are enough pockets but not too many. They dry quickly and look good - what more could you ask for from a pain of shorts.
Date published: 2017-02-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
1Bryan from
Nice Shorts
I have purchased these before and liked them enough to order two more pairs. Very comfortable with nice pocket design to carry what's needed.
Date published: 2016-09-27
Rated 5 out of
5
by
raybird from
Plastic Pants
My wife calls them plastic pants because of their feel when she washes them. I love them, they are very light and low maintenance.
Date published: 2016-08-17
Rated 5 out of
5
by
DROTH from
PFG shorts
Excellent fit keeps me comfortable keeps me from getting sunburned great for on the boat or a day on the beach
Date published: 2016-07-25
Rated 4 out of
5
by
txcaley from
Great casual shorts, order a size up.
Really happy with these light weight shorts except for the snug fit. Despite the bit of elastic in the waste, I would suggest ordering a size up from your normal size. 34s almost always fit me perfectly, but these were definitely snug around the waste for me. I still wear them, but they make me want to lose a couple pounds to get a better fit, and the waste band definitely pinches a bit. I've ordered a 36 to see how those will do because other than this sizing issue, they are the perfect shorts for fishing or hiking or the park. Tons of great pockets and a lot of well thought-out details. Really like the 6 inch length, which comes to just below mid thigh on me. (5'8)
Date published: 2016-07-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Yellowdog80 from
The Southern Comfort Short
Over the years I have had a number of pairs of sturdy all-cotton hiking shorts. They are fine for a multitude of uses and occasions. BUT they are not good for humid environments: the American South. Washing cars, doing lawn work, or exercise is not fun in wet utility shorts...The Permit II shorts allow for evaporation which keeps me dry "down under." These are now my outdoor shorts of choice.
P.S.- Companies from "up north" have overlooked a major market segment by not directing product choices to other locales. Summers are longer and warmer than Oregon-I liked visiting the Portland store several times- but a lot of sportsmen and women would respond to products designed for the American South (hint: See above)...Think about it. Please.
Date published: 2016-07-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
JB53 from
My New Go to Shorts
Neat , Sturdy and Comfortable. I especially like the 6" inseam option since the inseam on my long pants is only 30". Got four pairs and finally put my old shorts in the give away pile.
Date published: 2016-06-16
Rated 5 out of
5
by
ChuckChuck from
Best pockets
This is the second pair I own and I bought them because of the pockets. They are sown into the leg of the short and hold their contents very securely. I can pedal a bike or jog with a phone, wallet and keys without having them jostle around. The weight of the contents also feels to be carried by the waist and they never feel heavy or twisted.
Date published: 2016-05-24
Rated 5 out of
5
by
captrick222 from
Great Shorts
Lite weight great shorts.
Date published: 2016-01-12
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Captainfun from
Material too thin
I read about them being shorts made for fishing but I thought I'd give them a try for everyday use and work around my garage with power tools. I would like the shorts to be made of heavier material to stand up to everyday use. I'm still looking.
Date published: 2015-08-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
cudamon from
Great Summerweight Shorts
Very surprised as how light weight these are and very comfortable. Not sure about how long they'll hold up over time but really like the way they feel. Suggest following washing instructions for longer life. One thing is for sure, they'll dry out in no time if you get them wet!
Date published: 2015-08-04
Rated 2 out of
5
by
nbfd398 from
Not my favorite shorts
These are great in the heat and water. They fit small with the elastic waistband but are made of a soft thin material. I prefer the board short material like katuna. These are great for wade fishing and anything you don't have to bend over much doing. The crotch is too tight for my liking .
Date published: 2015-07-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
myreview from
Light weight and comes in short length
I really like these for two reasons; they're light weight and much more comfortable than cotton shorts. Also, I'm short and like the 6" length these come in. I use them for golf, boating and casual wear. Great shorts.
Date published: 2015-05-11
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Trout11 from
too small
They were to small and had no seat
Date published: 2014-02-06
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