Backcountry BGA Tahoe Boardwalk Short - Men's

Adventure-ready Tahoe Boardwalk Short blends retro style with technical performance.

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"I love how these shorts transition seamlessly from water to trail. The stretch fabric moves with me while hiking, and the PFC-free DWR finish repels water like a champ. Whether I’m on a paddleboard or grabbing lunch in town, these shorts handle it all."

Designed for adventure seekers, the Tahoe Boardwalk Short combines retro styling with modern performance. Its 4-way stretch fabric provides unrestricted movement, whether we're hiking rugged trails, paddling across crystal-clear lakes, or lounging at the beach.

The double-weave construction ensures durability, while the PFC-free DWR treatment sheds water, dirt, and dust with ease. A hidden zippered pocket secures essentials, and an integrated drawcord waist keeps the fit dialed in. With UPF 50+ sun protection and all-day comfort, these shorts are built for wherever our summer adventures take us.

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Details

Versatile adventure shorts for trail, water, and everyday wear
Stretchy double-weave fabric enhances mobility and durability
PFC-free DWR treatment repels water, dirt, and dust
Integrated drawcord waist ensures a stay-put fit
Hidden zippered hand pockets keep essentials secure
UPF 50+ rating protects against harmful UV rays
OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified materials for responsible production
Item #BCCZ35A

Material: 90% nylon, 10% spandex 4-way stretch double-weave, PFC-free DWR treatment
Fit: regular
Length: mid-thigh
Inseam: 7.5in
Pockets: 2 zippered hand, 1 rear
Fly: drawstring, gusset
UPF Rating: 50+
Activity: beachwear, casual, paddle, hiking
Manufacturer Warranty: limited lifetime

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The Tahoe Collection

50+ UPF For All-Day Comfort

OEKO-TEK

OEKO-TEX Standard 100 Certified fabric

bluesign Approved Fabric

Fabric manufactured to a strict set of safety and environmental standards

Which Tahoe Is Right For You?

Tahoe Pro LT

Ultra-Lightweight With Cooling Tech

S.Café ICE-CAFÉ fabric technology for optimal odor control, UV protection, and cool-to-the-touch sensation.

Tahoe Sun

Breathable & Moisture Wicking

Polyester & spandex knit jersey with wicking, quick-dry finish.

About Tahoe Sun

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UPF 50+ Sun Protection

The Tahoe’s UPF 50+ rating means it blocks at least 98% of the sun’s UV rays, helping keep skin protected during all-day exposure.

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Performance-Driven Design

The Tahoe is made to move with you through any hot weather activity without getting in your way.

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Lightweight Breathability

The featherweight, moisture-wicking material feels cool even in high heat and humidity.

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About The BGA Brand

In 1996, Backcountry's founders set out to make the backcountry more accessible. That same spirit drives BGA today. Built on decades of gear experience, BGA delivers the quality, design, and durability you need to get where you're going. Our goal is simple: build reliable, responsibly made gear for people who actually get out there. From weekend missions to dawn patrol sessions, every piece is designed to perform, last, and earn a permanent spot in your kit.

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Built By Gearheads

We live and breathe the outdoors, so every stitch of BGA gear is made with a mission in mind. Designed in Park City at the foot of Utah’s Wasatch mountains—and tested by our Gearhead® Experts who use it every day—BGA styles are built to perform wherever the snow lands, trail leads or adventure calls.