Silver Ridge Utility Short women's

Use:

• Specifically designed for hiking and outdoor activities in warm and sunny climates, thanks to its lightweight, breathable fabric with excellent sun protection.
• An ideal travel companion, where versatility, the durability of ripstop fabric, and the functionality of its multiple pockets are essential for exploring new destinations with total comfort.
• Perfect for general outdoor activities such as nature walks, camping, or landscape photography, keeping the body protected and dry throughout the day.
• Its functional style also makes it perfect for daily use during summer, combining a classic design with a comfortable fit that easily adapts to an urban environment.

Features:

• Omni-Shade™ sun protection technology with UPF 50, which effectively blocks UVA and UVB rays to prevent sunburn and skin damage during long hours of exposure.
• Omni-Wick™ moisture-wicking fabric, which disperses sweat and moisture from the body to the fabric surface for rapid evaporation, keeping you dry and comfortable.
• Multiple functional pockets including hand pockets, large-capacity cargo pockets for extra storage, and a zippered security pocket for securely storing valuables.

Design and Fit:

• Straight cut (Active Fit) and mid-rise that fit the body without being tight, offering a modern and functional silhouette that promotes movement on any type of terrain.
• Waistband with partial elasticity at the sides that provides a flexible and comfortable fit, adapting to your movements without restrictions.
• Integrated removable belt that allows for a personalized and secure fit, ensuring the shorts stay in place throughout the activity.
• Gusseted crotch for optimal freedom of movement, a key design detail that improves mobility and prevents seam tension when taking large strides or climbing inclines.
• 13 cm inseam length, offering balanced coverage that combines protection and excellent freedom of movement for all types of activities.

Materials:

• Silver Ridge™ Ripstop fabric made from 100% recycled nylon, which helps reduce environmental impact by decreasing reliance on virgin resources. Its ripstop construction features a grid pattern of reinforcing threads that prevents tears and increases durability without adding weight, while nylon provides lightness, abrasion resistance, and quick-drying properties.

Eco-Certifications and Brand Sustainability Practices:

• bluesign® system partner, which ensures textiles are manufactured with the highest safety for the environment, workers, and consumers, minimizing the use of harmful substances throughout the supply chain.
• Product materials comply with Columbia's Restricted Substance List (RSL), ensuring they do not contain chemicals harmful to health or the environment, and are managed in accordance with the AFIRM Group.
• The use of 100% recycled nylon aligns with the brand's Material Traceability Program, promoting transparency and the use of more sustainable resources.
• Additionally, Columbia demonstrates a commitment to sustainability and ethics through its participation in various global initiatives such as the Higg Index to measure the environmental impact of factories (FEM), the Social & Labor Converged Assessment Framework (SLCP) for social audits, and the commitment to Supply Chain Transparency by publishing its supplier list on Open Supply Hub.
• The brand is a member of the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Climate Action Corps and supports the European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA), in addition to partnering with organizations such as Planet Water Foundation and Conservation International, reinforcing its commitment to environmental protection and access to clean drinking water.