Roark HyTide – The Land-to-Water Specialist

The HyTide is the short our staff recommends for those "undecided" days. It’s designed for the guy who starts his morning with a coffee downtown and ends it drifting in a bay on Okanagan Lake. Featuring a clean, fixed-waist silhouette, it looks like a premium chino short but behaves like a professional-grade boardshort.

The secret is the 4-way stretch performance fabric. It’s incredibly lightweight and treated with a high-speed DWR (Durable Water Repellent) finish, meaning you’ll be bone-dry just minutes after climbing back onto the swim platform. No more sitting in soggy shorts while you grab lunch.

Pro-Shop Specs:

• Hybrid Construction: Internal drawstring for a secure fit in the water, combined with traditional belt loops for a "town-ready" look.

• The Fabric: A durable, high-stretch blend that resists abrasion from trail brush while remaining soft enough for all-day wear.

• Vernon Utility: This is the "Swiss Army Knife" of shorts. It’s tough enough for a dusty hike at Grey Canal but looks sharp enough for a sunset dinner.

Key Features & Technical Details:

• Fit: Modern Classic / 19" Outseam (Sits just above the knee)

• Fabric: 4-Way Stretch High-Performance Blend

• Utility: Quick-dry DWR coating to prevent water absorption

• Pockets: Mesh-lined drainage pockets and a secure zippered back pocket

• Hardware: Heavy-duty rubberized buttons and premium zippers

• Vibe: Technical / Versatile / Adventure-Ready

Why the HyTide belongs at Attridge:

• The "One-Short" Philosophy: We know our customers value gear that does more. The HyTide replaces three pairs of shorts with one high-quality piece.

• Staff Approved: This is our go-to for road trips. You can pack light because this short handles everything from a formal dinner to a spontaneous cliff jump.

• Lakeside Durability: Unlike cheap hybrids that sag when wet, the HyTide maintains its structure and fit whether you're bone-dry or fully submerged.