Author Topic: Skating in Board Short/Swim Trunks (Read 2297 times)

Heather Chandler · « **on:** June 07, 2016, 10:38:57 PM »

I went to Goodwill the other day and picked up 3 new pair of Summer shorts, one of which were a pair of Quicksilver board short/swim trunk, or whatever the hell they would be called. Basically just long shorts to middle of knee with that inner nylon undie thing. I cut that out and am just wearing them as shorts, and man, so good to skate in. Super thin and comfy. I normally just wear cutoff chinos and a belt, but I think I'm moving over to swim trunks. Plus, I guess you could theoretically be ready for a swim after a session. Anyone else partake?

max power · « **Reply #1 on:** June 07, 2016, 10:51:49 PM »

works for sublette.

mynameisnotjeff · « **Reply #2 on:** June 07, 2016, 11:48:41 PM »

They are pretty stretchy, I picked up a pair of Billabong board shorts and have been hooked on the feel. I only use them to cruise because of superstition

lampshade · « **Reply #3 on:** June 08, 2016, 04:41:21 AM »

I kind of support this, as long as the design is not too kook. I get that skateboarding is somewhat fashion focused, but we really don't use/and somewhat shun what is optimal. No dude in the NBA/NFL/cyclist/soccer is going to rock jeans or dickies when they are playing to look, "Core." I don't want to see skating in spandex, but some athletic innovations in gear would be nice. Even denim with a bit of stretch was pretty big.

Sk.A.T.A.N · « **Reply #4 on:** June 08, 2016, 06:21:56 AM »

When it's really hot I usually skate in boardshorts. I have ones that were the lightest/thinest ones i could find, they were also cheap as fuck, like 3euros on sale if i'm not mistaken. They are all black and over the knee (they have to be, otherwise you look like a dumbass). So comfy and so fresh. Lucas looks dope skating in boardshorts, you can do it too!

SodaJerk · « **Reply #5 on:** June 08, 2016, 07:01:42 AM »

I wear them all the time in summer. Got some sweet Pierre Cardin ones with the inner mesh thing and usually go commando in them for that breezy ball freedom.

N.L. · « **Reply #6 on:** June 08, 2016, 07:16:08 AM »

Unless your Raven Tershy, I feel skateboarding in board shorts is strictly a ledgetarian thing.

I also hate surfers. Not backing it.

concerned_parent · « **Reply #7 on:** June 08, 2016, 10:29:12 AM »

not the worst thing i prefer just normal shorts tbfh

Level 60 Dwarf Paladin · « **Reply #8 on:** June 08, 2016, 12:13:19 PM »

I have a couple of pairs that I skate in sometimes, the nylon shit gets super hot if you slide on a slam. Also freeballing it with the net runs the risk of them ripping and putting on a show.

sharkin · « **Reply #9 on:** June 08, 2016, 12:58:54 PM »

I skate in patagonia baggies a lot

good cause they got a lil belt on them and they're super thin/ spf 50 / pockets for wax or a tool if needed

CINCINNATI · « **Reply #10 on:** June 08, 2016, 01:26:10 PM »

Quote from: sharkin on June 08, 2016, 12:58:54 PM

I skate in patagonia baggies a lot

good cause they got a lil belt on them and they're super thin/ spf 50 / pockets for wax or a tool if needed

was just about to say this. best shorts I've ever owned. wear them for everything

Silky Johnson · « **Reply #11 on:** June 08, 2016, 01:54:49 PM »

I've mentioned this in the past on here but golf shorts are the truth, i have a pair of nike golf shorts which are made of their drifit material so i never get swamp ass wearing them, they also have elastic in inseam so they have some stretch. I found them at ross for $20

ice nine · « **Reply #12 on:** June 08, 2016, 02:04:57 PM »

i like the idea of skating in shorts but i dont like how socks look when wearing shorts, and i cant skate sockless, shit stinks too much

art hellman · « **Reply #13 on:** June 08, 2016, 02:09:49 PM »

shitdick22 · « **Reply #14 on:** June 08, 2016, 02:37:59 PM »

I only own swimming shorts. cut the net outta those jawns.

Sk.A.T.A.N · « **Reply #15 on:** June 08, 2016, 02:44:41 PM »

Quote from: Silky Johnson on June 08, 2016, 01:54:49 PM

I've mentioned this in the past on here but golf shorts are the truth, i have a pair of nike golf shorts which are made of their drifit material so i never get swamp ass wearing them, they also have elastic in inseam so they have some stretch. I found them at ross for $20

I saw some Nike golf pants at the outlet and they looked like some high tech dickies. They were really light and fresh. If I find some shorts I'll pick up some for the summer time for sure.

Level 60 Dwarf Paladin · « **Reply #16 on:** June 08, 2016, 03:04:30 PM »

Quote from: ice nine on June 08, 2016, 02:04:57 PM

i like the idea of skating in shorts but i dont like how socks look when wearing shorts, and i cant skate sockless, shit stinks too much

BRUH...
http://www.amazon.com/Hanes-Ultimate-X-Temp-Socks-Black/dp/B00FBD2H0W?ie=UTF8&keywords=x-temp%20socks&qid=1465423116&ref_=sr_1_4&sr=8-4

DCLOVE · « **Reply #17 on:** June 08, 2016, 03:14:30 PM »

I have these plain Blue Calvin Klein swim shorts that I wear a lot. They have front pockets and one for your wallet. Got em at Ross for like 10 bucks. Perfect for the summer.

pointandclick · « **Reply #18 on:** June 08, 2016, 03:25:56 PM »

any of the solid colored hurley/nike drifit shorts and pants are great for hot days. they just look like chinos.

MyUserName · « **Reply #19 on:** June 08, 2016, 04:44:14 PM »

To each their own, but I can't stand skating in shorts. Even when I was kid I couldn't do it. Just thinking about shinners on bare skin makes me shudder.

Silky Johnson · « **Reply #20 on:** June 08, 2016, 10:04:28 PM »

Quote from: Sk.A.T.A.N on June 08, 2016, 02:44:41 PM

Quote from: Silky Johnson on June 08, 2016, 01:54:49 PM
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I've mentioned this in the past on here but golf shorts are the truth, i have a pair of nike golf shorts which are made of their drifit material so i never get swamp ass wearing them, they also have elastic in inseam so they have some stretch. I found them at ross for $20
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I saw some Nike golf pants at the outlet and they looked like some high tech dickies. They were really light and fresh. If I find some shorts I'll pick up some for the summer time for sure.

You definitely should man, you'll be stoked.

N.L. · « **Reply #21 on:** June 08, 2016, 10:35:49 PM »

Skateboarding in so called 'Board shorts' increase the risk of mongolitis. Removing socks can lessen the risk somewhat but its not something I'd mess with.

Bare chested and bare foot ala lee ralph is really the only safe way to skate in board shorts.

Jonorhea · « **Reply #22 on:** June 09, 2016, 07:38:13 AM »

been rocking an assortment of Columbia, Polo, and Tommy trunks lately. I leave the nets in and just don't wear underwear. This is the first summer my legs have been tan since I started skateboarding.

ChuckRamone · « **Reply #23 on:** June 09, 2016, 08:46:54 AM »

why not a speedo if it's all about freedom of movement, keeping cool and practicality? obviously you are hopping on a skate fashion trend by doing this and justifying it to yourselves somehow.

CINCINNATI · « **Reply #24 on:** June 09, 2016, 12:48:25 PM »

Quote from: ChuckRamone on June 09, 2016, 08:46:54 AM

why not a speedo if it's all about freedom of movement, keeping cool and practicality? obviously you are hopping on a skate fashion trend by doing this and justifying it to yourselves somehow.

I heard borat style is gonna be big for 2k17

c-dock · « **Reply #25 on:** June 09, 2016, 12:50:03 PM »

Quote from: MyUserName on June 08, 2016, 04:44:14 PM

To each their own, but I can't stand skating in shorts. Even when I was kid I couldn't do it. Just thinking about shinners on bare skin makes me shudder.

Good to see I'm not the only one who feels that way

Level 60 Dwarf Paladin · « **Reply #26 on:** June 09, 2016, 04:05:03 PM »

Quote from: ChuckRamone on June 09, 2016, 08:46:54 AM

why not a speedo if it's all about freedom of movement, keeping cool and practicality? obviously you are hopping on a skate fashion trend by doing this and justifying it to yourselves somehow.

Are you fucking mad? Jesus Christ man, it's ok to wear shorts, relax.

yourfuckingdad · « **Reply #27 on:** June 09, 2016, 08:50:22 PM »

What's the point of this thread?

Author Topic: Skating in Board Short/Swim Trunks (Read 2297 times)

Heather Chandler

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