What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"I like these for climbing days when I want something tough but not stiff. The fabric holds up to rock scrapes, and the pockets are genuinely useful without getting in the way of movement."Warm-weather sessions on rock feel smoother when the Royal Robbins Crux Short keeps us moving freely and confidently. The ripstop cotton blend offers dependable abrasion resistance for low traverses, textured slabs, and long approaches, while the added stretch gives us the mobility to high-step or stem without resistance. A standard fit keeps the feel relaxed on hot days, letting us focus on movement instead of adjusting our kit. Functional storage rounds out the design with drop-in hand pockets, a front cargo pocket for quick-access essentials, and two rear patch pockets for small extras. The elastic at the back waistband delivers a secure, no-fuss fit under a harness or pack belt. Durable enough for granite and sandstone yet comfortable for daily wear, the Crux Short supports any rock-bound plan.