Customer reviews for Columbia Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Columbia Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Re-engineered and ready for action, the Ultimate ROC short has retained all of the classic style and function of the original ROC pant, while gaining an active edge.
Overall rating:
(40 reviews) 40
Rating breakdown 40 reviews
5 Stars
17
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
3
1 Star
0
31 out of 40(78%)customers recommend this product.
Customer reviews for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Review 1 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
Versatile and Functional
PostedJune 2, 2013
Eureka1
Location: Ohio
Outdoor Experience: Professional Thrill Seeker (outdoors 53+ days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
4
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
I like the durability and functionality of the ROC shorts, especially the 11 inch inseam length. The zippered pocket keeps money and passport safe. Older versions of the shorts that I still wear had a heavier, more durable material and more belt loops. These are still great shorts, but I miss the prior version.
I would recommend this product.
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Review 2 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
Great shorts
PostedMay 24, 2013
Mike46
Location: Okinawa, Japan
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeFunction
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
The fit is nice with great length. Very well constructed, excellent in all conditions.
I would recommend this product.
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Review 3 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
JI49
PostedApril 20, 2013
JI49
Location: Norheast Iowa
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
Runs a Little SmallQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
Very good quality and style.
Length good but runs a little small in waist
Length good but runs a little small in waist
I would recommend this product.
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Review 4 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
Columbia is the best
PostedApril 3, 2013
yodaddy
Location: Tennessee
Outdoor Experience: Professional Thrill Seeker (outdoors 53+ days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
Great Pair of shorts for my lifestyle. These are durable for outdoors activities and look good enough to wear out on a date. Cant beat the guarantee either
I would recommend this product.
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Review 5 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
New Go-to Shorts!
PostedFebruary 21, 2013
TeddyOH
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
4
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
I have been looking for a new go-to pair of shorts for a couple years since North Face discontinued their A5 Utility Shorts. I have finally found them!!!
These meet all my requirements:
Inseam
I'm 5'8", and I don't like my shorts to hang way below my knees. Call me old fashioned, but it's not functional. Also, I wear shorts all the time. Long, baggy shorts just don't look good with a nice dress shirt going out to dinner or on the golf course.
I'm 5'8", and I don't like my shorts to hang way below my knees. Call me old fashioned, but it's not functional. Also, I wear shorts all the time. Long, baggy shorts just don't look good with a nice dress shirt going out to dinner or on the golf course.
Material
A lot of hiking shorts are synthetic or nylon material. While these may be okay for a trek or rafting adventure, they aren't so great for everyday casual wear. I like the 100% cotton look and feel. They are canvas, so they are tough and durable, but they feel a lot softer than some other brands' canvas. These go the extra distance with OmniShield. Trust me, wear a pair of shorts golfing a few times above 90 degrees, and you will see them discolored. While I haven't put these through the ringer on the links yet, the fact that they resist stains is great!
A lot of hiking shorts are synthetic or nylon material. While these may be okay for a trek or rafting adventure, they aren't so great for everyday casual wear. I like the 100% cotton look and feel. They are canvas, so they are tough and durable, but they feel a lot softer than some other brands' canvas. These go the extra distance with OmniShield. Trust me, wear a pair of shorts golfing a few times above 90 degrees, and you will see them discolored. While I haven't put these through the ringer on the links yet, the fact that they resist stains is great!
Pockets
Pockets are well placed and sized. The lack of cargo pockets is nice because it allows you to wear them in more upscale locations without standing out. Sure the small specialized phone pocket doesn't fit a smartphone, but big deal. I also read some complaints that the back pockets don't zip. Really? Do your jeans have zipped back pockets? Not necessary.
Pockets are well placed and sized. The lack of cargo pockets is nice because it allows you to wear them in more upscale locations without standing out. Sure the small specialized phone pocket doesn't fit a smartphone, but big deal. I also read some complaints that the back pockets don't zip. Really? Do your jeans have zipped back pockets? Not necessary.
I have 3 pairs in different colors. I also bought one pair of the cargo version. Exactly the same with cargo pockets and a 10" inseam. Still above my knees, and a little more rugged looking because of the cargos.
I rated 4 stars just because I haven't had them long enough to determine durability. Hopefully they last a few years.
I would recommend this product.
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Review 6 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
Solid all-around value
PostedNovember 24, 2012
PaulFS
Location: San Diego, CA
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
4
/
5
This is the second pair of this type shorts, however, one change was made since my last purchase. The connector at the top of the zipper has been changed from a metal button to a metal clip connector. The only shortcoming to a perfect functionality is that the new connector has a tendency to pop open under some stressful activity. Otherwise, they are a great buy for all-season use.
I would recommend this product.
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Review 7 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
Buy These
PostedNovember 8, 2012
machekfishing
Location: VA, NC
Outdoor Experience: Professional Thrill Seeker (outdoors 53+ days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
Sure they are just shorts, BUT they are my Favorite pair I own! Semi water proof, very durable, and if you spill, or get blood, or fish slime on them... splash it with water, and they are clean-ish?
I would recommend this product.
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Review 8 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
Disappointed in the changes.
PostedOctober 4, 2012
Piano
Location: Portland, OR
Outdoor Experience: Professional Thrill Seeker (outdoors 53+ days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
2
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
3
/
5
I have three pair of the previous generation of denim shorts which I really liked but they are worn out so I wanted to replace them. There are many less desireable features in these shorts compared with my old ones: The fabric on these new shorts seems more flimsy or a lighter weight fabric, like something I would find at Target. The finish seems rougher. The zipper (ideal, metal) feels resistant and catchy or rough like it will soon break, even though brand new. The old zipper (YKK, nylon) still functions perfectly and smoothly. The new button looks like a shotgun shell when closed. I like the old one better. I liked the right side security zipper pocket located in same place as regular pocket. The new one has zip pocket down the leg. Too hokey for me. I want my wallet where I can feel it. I miss the velcro pocket closures of the old shorts. Finally the pictures on the website completely got the color wrong. When I received the shorts I was surprised at the color. But I'm too lazy to go to the trouble to exchange them which would probably mean going downtown to the store...
I do not recommend this product.
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Review 9 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
Great short for short legged people
PostedSeptember 26, 2012
BIGGUYTRI
Location: Stockton, CA
Outdoor Experience: Professional Thrill Seeker (outdoors 53+ days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
Runs a Little SmallQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
Most cargo type shorts are too long. I'm hard to fit with a 29" inseam but this 9" short hits perfectly at the knees.
I would recommend this product.
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Review 10 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
Good looking and comfortable shorts
PostedSeptember 23, 2012
Fellrunner
Location: Portland, OR
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
I bought several pairs of shorts this year and these are definitely my favorites. They feel so soft and smooth. Rugged enough for mountain hiking but then still good looking enough for an evening out. Color is a very pleasant dark green.
I would recommend this product.
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Review 11 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
Most comfortable short I have every worn.
PostedAugust 26, 2012
edbb
Location: Bahamas
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
I live and work in the tropics and these shorts are perfect for everyday wear around the office/docks.
I would recommend this product.
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Review 12 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
the snap button?
PostedAugust 18, 2012
Rockwall85
Location: Boulder CO
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
3
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
1
/
5
Columbia come on why try to innovate something tried and true like the traditional button. I used to love your pants and shorts but your snap but is horrible. I hike, climb, hunt, fly fish and golf. The snap always comes undone. It gets worse over time. I refuse to buy from Columbia as long as they use this fastener!
I do not recommend this product.
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Review 13 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
disappointment
PostedAugust 11, 2012
Jaay
Location: New Orleans, La.
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
Runs a Little LargeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
3
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
3
/
5
The fit is not comparable to past Columbia shorts. Slightly larger than I expected; no velcro on the back pockets; and my main complaint is no longer is the 7.5 inseam offered,and because of the side pocket placement they cannot be shortened.
I do not recommend this product.
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Review 14 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
As expected
PostedAugust 10, 2012
dmjcsurf
Location: Southern New Hampshire
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
5
/
5
Great short, as advertised. Only problem I have is when you step into the short the lower right zippered pocket can catch your toes on the inside. Great short overall and would recommend to others!
I would recommend this product.
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Review 15 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
Good - but need improvement
PostedAugust 9, 2012
MichaelD
Location: Denver, CO
Outdoor Experience: Professional Thrill Seeker (outdoors 53+ days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
Runs a Little LargeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
3
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
4
/
5
I bought two pair of these shorts to replace 2 pairs of their predecessors and, at first, found them really quite nice. However, after wearing them twice (and washing them once) I noticed two things that caused me concern.
First - the front clasp button. I thought that the new style button was unique and slim lined. But unless you are wearing a belt (which I prefer not to wear with shorts) they are not very effective. About 80% of the time I sat down or bent over to pick something up - the button pops open. I usually get a bigger size in any pant I buy so that they can shrink to my waist (34). These shorts were quite a bit larger than expected (large 36") and the button is already popping open. They haven't even begun to shrink to my waist size. I am very dissapointed in this and am looking into having them altered/changed with a different option to replace the clasp button.
Second - the material. I am not a "thin" person nor am I fat. I am mostly"athletic" with muscular, thick legs. My legs rub together
as I walk, so as you can imagine, the material is already starting to become "lint frayed" in the crotch.
as I walk, so as you can imagine, the material is already starting to become "lint frayed" in the crotch.
Other than that they are very nice looking, comfortable, versatile and the pocket space is very ample. In my opinion, they are (obviously)not the same as their predecessors and need a retooling to make them great.
I would recommend this product.
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Review 16 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
Good, but ...
PostedJuly 23, 2012
JonsBlog
Location: Arlington, VA
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
5
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
4
/
5
These are excellent shorts, good quality, nicely constructed, but I have to be honest, I liked the prior version design (AM 4194 - made in Nicaragua) more than this current version (AM 4541 - made in Srilanka).
The currently available version lacks several features of the older version which I expected and was disappointed to find missing: Velcro pocket closures, a cell phone pocket, and a double right-side pocket with a zipper on one of them. This later version does have a separate zipper pocket on the lower right side, but it's not as convenient as the double pocket design was.
On the plus side, both seem to be made of the same heavy-duty pebble-grained cotton fabric, overall construction is good on both, and the redesigned waist snap fastener above the fly is significantly better. You'll like these, especially if you've never worn the earlier version.
I would recommend this product.
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Review 17 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
Don't mess with success!
PostedJuly 16, 2012
NickTD
Location: Florida
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeColumbia!! Ma Boyle! Please go back to the old ROC design! The low zip pocket on the side is useless! The zippered pocket inside/parallel to the right pocket was much more functional and convienient. I have loved and purchased your products for over a decade, the fit and durability is unmatched! But the new design changes in the past few years have not been for the better! Please go back to the old design or at least offer the "Classic ROC" shorts!
I do not recommend this product.
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Review 18 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
Good shorts
PostedJuly 6, 2012
Jonathan
Outdoor Experience: Everyday Adventurer (outdoors 20-52 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
4
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
4
/
5
Wish they were also offered with a 6" inseam. Gotta add - Columbia will spam email you to review the product if you give them your email address when you check out online. I definitely did not check any box to opt-in to any email marketing stuff but got an email anyway.
I would recommend this product.
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Review 19 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
The snap is car ap
PostedJuly 5, 2012
roland999
Location: palm desert, ça
Outdoor Experience: Professional Thrill Seeker (outdoors 53+ days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
True to SizeQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
3
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
3
/
5
Great looking short, the stitching is awesome, quality product except the snap is constantly popping open. Loose the snap and I will buy again.
I do not recommend this product.
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Review 20 for Men’s Ultimate ROC™ Short
Overall Rating
Discount Store Quality
PostedJuly 1, 2012
Shoddy
Location: New York
Outdoor Experience: Occasional Explorer (outdoors 0-19 days a year)
Employee: No
User Rated Sizing:
Runs Very Small
Runs Very Large
Runs a Little SmallQuality
How would you grade this itemʼs materials, construction and workmanship?
1
/
5
Function
How well this item performed in its intended use, and beyond.
2
/
5
In prior years my Columbia shorts were substantially sized and quality material. This year the material was very thin, feels shoddy and easily wrinkles when worn. These are not the Columbia quality I have received in the past.
I do not recommend this product.
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