Great fit, feels like a
"Great fit, feels like a second skin. Smart closure and sufficient stretch to never be inconvenienced surfing. Great cut and Looks really good. Perfect for surfing lifestyle. Highly recommend it particularly for warm region."
Outerknown Tahiti Pro APEX Evolution Trunk by Kelly Slater
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Our signature Apex Evolution Trunk by Kelly Slater 19" with Outerknown x Tahiti Pro branding on wearer's front right leg.
WSL branding on wearer's front left left.
Crafted from 90% NetPlus® Recycled Nylon, 10% Spandex.
Performance-centered design details throughout:
- Pitched forward side seams with vents for easier fit on the board.
- Unique arc and tangent shaped back pocket featuring a key loop and eleven laser cut drainage holes, one for each of Kelly's world titles.
- Engineered side seam taping.
- Soft touch interior waistband.
- Gusseted fly.
- Soft touch triangles at inner thigh touch points.
- Unique rubberized drawstring.
Outerknown Tahiti Pro APEX Evolution Trunk by Kelly Slater
Overall rating: 4.643357 / 5 from 143 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Outerknown Tahiti Pro APEX Evolution Trunk by Kelly Slater is praised for its exceptional quality, perfect fit, and sleek design. Customers appreciate its feel, especially in and out of the water, and its unique performance-centered features. While opinions on the material vary, the overall satisfaction with its length and construction is high.
Summary topics
- Wear Comfort (10%): Customers raved about the feel of the product, mentioning that it feels fantastic in and out of the water.
- Product Length (4%): Customers expressed satisfaction with the perfect length of the product, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.
- Overall Quality (9%): It was highlighted by customers that the quality of the product is exceptional, with great fit and construction.
- Product Fit (26%): A significant number of customers brought up that the fit of the product is good and perfect.
- Product Popularity (20%): Many customers brought up that these trunks are their all-time favorite and the best they've ever owned.
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Review highlights
- "I like the new length and material great to surf in and run, good all round board shorts will get more." —
- "Perfect fit, right length, dry fast and look great!!" —
- "bought a couple of pairs of these for the summer, perfect fit and material for pool or ocean." —
Reviews
Four stars because previous versions
"Four stars because previous versions I prefer over these. Fit is a little snug compared to prior models, materials are not as soft and smooth, waist band is a little more stiff. Closure/fly system is however better on these and the stretch is just as good. I did have a seam tape issue that Customer service took care of right away. Would I say size up if you are replacing your original Apex trunks? Maybe try one size larger. I’m still breaking the three that I purchased in hopes the fit relaxes a little."
I really liked the dotted
"I really liked the dotted pattern, reminds me of the native Australian paintings. The fabric is soft, feels good on the skin and is a bit thicker than previous APEX trunks without any compromise to its stretch. The only thing I didn’t like much is the zipper pull on the back pocket, on this APEX Evolution version OK went with a little cord instead of keeping the regular metal zipper pull. Apart for that I totally love these trunks!"
Only reason for 4 stars
"Only reason for 4 stars is I like the originals better. The fabric was much softer and the fit a little more true. The Evolutions are still great. They feel more durable but not as soft or flexible as their predecessor. The initial fit was a bit snug but after a few sessions they seem to have “broken in”"
Only reason for 4 stars
"Only reason for 4 stars is I like the originals better. The fabric was much softer and the fit a little more true. The Evolutions are still great. They feel more durable but not as soft or flexible as their predecessor. The initial fit was a bit snug but after a few sessions they seem to have “broken in”"
Tight, rough and not free flowing
"These fit awkward and are honestly uncomfortable. The cut is “slim” I. e. made for scrawny dudes that wear girl jeans and have no package. The material is part sand paper. It’s shocking that one of the world’s greatest surfers would create a mediocre board short that costs a second mortgage. Nothing against KS or the brand, love their clothes, I’m just sorely disappointed in their board shorts which should be a core piece of their lineup in my opinion."
Overall a great pair of
"Overall a great pair of shorts. I love the way they are cut, super stylish, but also minimalist. They are lightweight and comfortable, perfect for why I bought them (for surfing). My only negative feedback, which is not major, I’d remove the velcro at the front tie down location. I think removing the velcro connection would make it even more comfortable, and a little easier to put on. I feel the velcro will eventually wear out due to daily laying on my stomach from surfing and I’ll need to replace the whole item sometime. I give these shorts 5 stars and highly recommend them."
Great shorts but don’t get sun block on them…
"I use Freaks of Nature mineral sunblock, and it stained my trunks pretty badly. They’re great shorts, but now I have this ghost of sunblocks past lingering on them. 😂 Hopefully it’ll wash out eventually. Other than the staining, I really like the shorts."
These are the best swimsuits
"These are the best swimsuits in all categories: fit, durability and performance. The complimentary styles are the tip of the iceberg. True to size, Minimal color fade, etc."
These are the best boardshorts
"These are the best boardshorts in the business. I only wear Apex Evolution boardshorts. Perfect for the water, beach and chilling at the surfside restaurant after a long day. Simply the best."
