Flex Roc Utility Short men's

Usage:

• Designed for hiking and outdoor excursions, their flexible fabric and reinforced construction offer the durability and freedom of movement necessary to tackle varied terrains.
• Ideal for daily wear and urban activities, combining a classic and functional style with the comfort of stretch cotton for a versatile garment that adapts to any situation.
• Perfect for travel, as their practicality, resistance, and comfort make them an all-terrain garment that takes up little space and performs well in different climates and activities.
• Their "utility" design with functional belt loops and secure pockets makes them suitable for light work, DIY, or gardening, where resistance and the ability to carry small tools are essential.

Features:

• Incorporates Omni-Shade™ sun protection technology with UPF 50, which effectively blocks harmful UVA and UVB rays to protect your skin during long periods of sun exposure.
• Made with a stretch fabric that moves with you, providing superior flexibility and unrestricted comfort, whether walking in the mountains or in the city.
• A strategically placed gusset in the crotch improves mobility and significantly increases the garment's durability in a high-tension area.
• Equipped with side hand pockets and a back snap-closure pocket, ensuring secure storage for your personal items.
• Waist with belt loops that allow the use of a belt for a personalized fit or for hanging carabiners and other accessories, increasing its functionality.
• Features a Classic Fit, a universal and versatile cut that offers comfortable range of motion without being too loose or too tight.
• Available in two inseam lengths (18 cm and 23 cm), allowing the user to choose the length that best suits their style and coverage needs.

Materials:

• Made with a fabric composed of 98% cotton and 2% elastane, a blend that combines the natural softness, breathability, and resistance of cotton with the flexibility of elastane. This composition ensures durable pants, comfortable against the skin, and with the necessary elasticity to facilitate any movement.

Ecological Certifications and Brand Sustainability Practices:

• As a bluesign® System Partner, Columbia ensures that the textile processes used in products like this meet the highest standards for consumer safety, minimal environmental impact, and responsible resource use.
• The product complies with the brand's Restricted Substances List (RSL), a rigorous protocol that prohibits or limits the use of potentially harmful chemicals, ensuring the safety of the user and the environment.
• The brand adheres to the Turkmen Cotton Pledge, committing not to knowingly use cotton sourced from Turkmenistan due to forced labor concerns, thus promoting a more ethical cotton supply chain.
• Manufacturing is governed by Columbia's Standards of Manufacturing Practices (SMP), a code of conduct for suppliers that addresses fair labor conditions, health, safety, and environmental management in factories.
• Additionally, the brand demonstrates its commitment to sustainability through its participation in alliances and programs such as the AFIRM Group for chemical management, the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Climate Action Corps for climate action, and the Apparel Impact Institute (Aii) to promote resource efficiency in the supply chain.
• The commitment to transparency and labor rights is strengthened by adherence to the Transparency Pledge, the use of the Open Supply Hub (OSH) platform, and the commitment to Responsible Recruitment by AAFA and FLA.
• The brand actively supports environmental conservation and access to clean water through strategic partnerships with organizations such as Planet Water Foundation, National Park Foundation, and Conservation International.