DHaRCO Men’s Trail Shorts
The DHaRCO Men’s Trail Shorts in Black are designed to be the one pair of shorts you reach for every time—on the bike, after the ride, and everywhere in between.
Built with a lightweight ripstop 4-way stretch fabric, these shorts use a recycled nylon and elastane blend that delivers excellent freedom of movement, quick-drying performance, and genuine all-day comfort. DHaRCO positions these as a true hybrid short—equally at home on the trail, at the café, or straight into a post-ride swim.
The fabric is tough enough for regular MTB use but lighter and more casual than a full gravity short, making them ideal for riders who prefer a cleaner, less moto-inspired look. The reinforced crosshatch weave improves durability without adding bulk, while the no-snag crotch panel helps eliminate saddle interference when pedalling hard.
Practicality is handled by:
- 3 YKK pocket design
- Bonded adjustable waist tabs
- Mid-length 20” outseam
- Standard fit for easy everyday wear
The result is a short that feels technical without looking overly “race kit.”
This is exactly the type of product that fits Torque’s workshop-first, premium rider-focused approach.
Key Features
- Ripstop 4-way stretch fabric
- Recycled nylon construction
- Lightweight, quick-drying fabric
- Bonded adjustable waist tabs
- 3 YKK pocket design
- 20” outseam mid-length fit
- No-snag crotch panel
- Standard fit
- Trail-to-swim hybrid versatility
- Colour: Black
- Sizes: S / M / L / XL / 2XL / 3XL
Torque Collective Insight
These are the shorts for riders who don’t want full gravity kit every ride.
Not every ride needs:
- heavy downhill shorts
- oversized race styling
- bulky protection-focused kit
Sometimes you want:
lightweight + clean + technical
That’s exactly what these do.
They work brilliantly for:
- local trail rides
- after-work laps
- eMTB rides
- summer riding
- post-ride café stops
They also fit perfectly with the Torque brand—premium, understated, and properly rider-focused.
Black is the easy seller
Clean, versatile, and works with everything.
Fit & Sizing
Fit
These are a Standard Fit
If you know your size in DHaRCO Gravity Shorts, DHaRCO recommends taking the same size.
Size Guide (Garment Measurements)
| Size | Waist | Outseam |
|---|---|---|
| S | 40.5cm | 54cm |
| M | 43cm | 55cm |
| L | 45.5cm | 56cm |
| XL | 48cm | 57.5cm |
| 2XL | 50.5cm | 59cm |
| 3XL | 53cm | 60cm |
Who It’s For
- Trail and eMTB riders
- Riders wanting lighter everyday MTB shorts
- Riders who prefer understated premium kit
- Summer riding and all-day comfort