Best Men's Athletic Shorts Under $100 (2026)
We ranked shorts under $100 by a value score combining verified user ratings, fabric and feature relevance (water-ready, sun protection, quick-dry), and overall durability indicators
This roundup covers men's athletic shorts under $100 geared toward performance, sun protection, and water-ready use, with emphasis on value and real-world features. Picks were chosen by scoring user ratings, core features like sun protection and quick-dry nylon construction, and overall value for the price range
Top Picks
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PFG Backcast IV Water Short - Men
Columbia PFG Backcast IV water shorts for sun protection and quick-dry comfort. Customers note quality, fit, and fast drying with deep front pockets as a plus
- sun protection
- quick-dry comfort
- durable materials
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Columbia PFG Backcast IV Water Short
Columbia water short made of 100% nylon with sun and stain protection. Quick dry comfort and durable fit. Customers note quality, comfort, and fast drying
- UV protection
- quick-dry fabric
- durable comfort
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Columbia PFG Backcast IV Water Short
Columbia PFG Backcast IV water shorts with sun protection and quick-dry nylon fabric. Provides UV ray shielding, rain resistance, and fast drying. Customers note quality, comfort, and a great fit with durable wear
- UV protection
- quick-dry comfort
- rain and stain resistance
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Columbia PFG Backcast IV Water Short
Columbia backcast IV water shorts with OMNI-SHADE and OMNI-SHIELD protections. Quick-dry comfort from textured 100% nylon; features deep front pockets. Customer note: great quality, comfortable fit, and fast-drying
- sun protection
- quick-dry fabric
- stain and rain resistance
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Columbia PFG Backcast IV Water Short
Lightweight nylon short with sun protection and quick-dry comfort. Customers note quality, fit, and durability with fast drying and a comfortable feel
- blocks UVA/UVB rays
- quick-dry wear
- textured nylon fabric
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Columbia PFG Backcast IV Water Short
Lightweight nylon shorts with sun protection and quick-dry comfort. Customers note quality, comfort, and durable fit for beach activities
- sun protection
- quick-dry fabric
- durable fit
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Columbia PFG Backcast IV Water Short
lightweight nylon shorts with sun protection and quick-dry comfort. customers note quality, comfort, and durability with a good fit
- sun and stain resistance
- quick-dry comfort
- comfortable fit
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Columbia PFG Backcast IV Water Short - Men's
Lightweight, quick-dry nylon shorts with sun protection and stain resistance. Customers note quality, comfort, and durable fit with fast drying
- OMNI-SHADE sun protection
- quick-dry nylon fabric
- stain and rain resistance
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Columbia PFG Backcast IV Water Short
Lightweight nylon shorts with OMNI-SHADE and OMNI-SHIELD protection, plus quick-dry comfort. Customer note: great quality, comfortable fit, and durable for ocean activities
- sun protection with skin cancer foundation seal
- quick-dry nylon material
- stain and rain resistance
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Columbia PFG Backcast IV Water Short
Lightweight nylon shorts with sun protection and quick-dry comfort. Customers note quality, comfort, and durability with a good fit for beach activities
- sun protection with Skin Cancer Foundation seal
- quick-dry nylon material
- stain and rain resistance