We are proud to introduce the new version of our Spartan Short 11" Inseam (formally "Standard Length") - featuring Schoeller’s® ecorepel® fabric technology. Inspired by nature & developed in Switzerland, ecorepel® is an environmentally friendly, high-performance water repellent technology that repels water whilst retaining fabric breathability.
When we set out to create the ultimate board shorts we wanted the perfect balance of form and function. So we took extreme performance Swiss fabrics and tailored them into great fitting trunks that we tested to near destruction on Maui and off its North Shore. (It took a long time.)
Regularly reviewed as the world's finest and best board shorts, our Spartan Shorts are luxurious, tailored, hydrophobic (water repellent) and built to last.
They are the only pair you'll need - both in and out of the water.
DESIGNED & TESTED ON MAUI
- Luxury four way stretch fabric by Schoeller® of Switzerland
- Light-weight, durable nylon
- Tailored, no-inseam three-pocket design
- PaddleSaver ® (Patented)
- KeyLeash
- Cable Management
- Built to last:
- Engineered fly with no metal parts
- Recycled, non-corrosive zippers
Available in 3 lengths:
- 11” Inseam (Standard Length) – 20 1/4 Inch Outseam (Size 32)
- 9” Inseam (Shorter Length) – 18 1/4 Inch Outseam (Size 32s)
-
7” Inseam (Shortest Length)– 16 1/4 Inch Outseam (Size 32ss)
Perfect for: Surfing, SUP (stand-up paddle boarding), foiling, sailing, boating, kite surfing, kayaking, windsurfing, canoeing, general fitness and life. Thanks to the stretch fabric and tailored fit, these shorts are optimized for use in and out of the water.
CONTENT:
88% Nylon, 12% Elastane (Exclusive of trim)
CARE:
For the best hydrophobic performance please follow the below care guidelines:
- Do not use fabric softener (or softener sheets in dryer)
- Machine wash, cold
- Line dry
- Do not use bleach
- Wash with like colors
- Do not iron
- Do not dry clean
- Not recommended for use in chlorine. If used in chlorine, wash after use.
To reactivate ecorepel® water repellency, tumble dry, normal, low heat at least every three washes.
FIT:
The Spartan Shorts are a progressive fit, tailored surf short. They run true to size, but slightly slimmer than some surf companies offer. If you are in-between sizing in other brands or if you are unsure which size to go with, we suggest taking the larger size in Spartans. If you are specifically looking for a looser fit, we suggest taking a size larger than you would normally.
Length Options: The Spartan Shorts are available in 3 lengths.
- 11” Inseam (Standard Length) – 20 1/4 Inch Outseam (Size 32)
- 9” Inseam (Shorter Length) – 18 1/4 Inch Outseam (Size 32s)
- 7” Inseam (Shortest Length)– 16 1/4 Inch Outseam (Size 32ss)
Our Spartan Shorts feel ever so slightly shorter than a normal brand with the same sizing dimensions due to our waistband construction being more rigid.
What's the PaddleSaver PAT® ?
The PaddleSaver is something we developed out of necessity. We've lost our board a bunch of times since we started stand-up surfing and we've had to swim back to shore, broken leash attached to leg, paddle in hand. So we thought that something that made swimming with a paddle easier might come in handy, something like the Bluesmiths PaddleSaver™. It won't stop you losing your board, but at least you and your paddle are going to make it back more efficiently to shore.
The Patented PaddleSaver is included with every pair of Spartan Board Shorts.
The Bluesmiths Difference
Daily Wear
These aren't your average board shorts: They're uniquely tailored to function as well on land as they do on the water.
Next-level, luxury Swiss stretch fabric, combined with a 3 pocket, no-inseam, low-bulk design and Bluesmiths’ streamlined fit means you'll perform and look good whether you’re out on the water or about town.
Plus, they’ll last: We eliminated self-destructive velcro and corrosive metal zippers, opting for recycled YKK plastic zippers and design solutions instead.
Performance
We've had some of the world’s best ocean athletes test these in the most rigorous conditions on the planet to ensure they aren't lacking anything in function.
These shorts stay drier and cleaner for longer.
Versatility
Perfect for: Surfing, stand-up paddle boarding, foiling, sailing, boating, kite surfing, kayaking, windsurfing, canoeing, general fitness and everyday life.
Plus, they're available in two lengths : Standard Length and Shorter Length (2 inches less).
Press Highlights
"they look and feel twice as good as your average boardshorts - and will last twice as long.”
![Outside Magazine]()
"freshest performance shorts we’ve ever tested”
![]()
"once you realize what Bluesmiths' Spartan board shorts are capable of doing, you’ll easily understand they’re worth every single penny."
![]()
★★★★★"perfect for the boat, and for the pool after racing"
![]()
"one of the most high-tech and sophisticated shorts in our line-up."
![]()
Men's Journal
Best Swim Shorts
"Designed and tested in Maui, these board shorts blend form and function. Made with luxurious four-way stretch fabric by Schoeller of Switzerland and water-repellent fabric technology, these are one of the most high-tech and sophisticated shorts in our line-up."