Creativity and outside-the-box product design is what won us over in awarding Patagonia a Platinum Pick. The first thought that came to mind when we discovered the DAS Light Short was, “what is this used for?” Upon further research, several practical uses came to mind and made us realize we need the DAS shorts way more than we realized.

For example, these shorts can be worn inside or outside of your pants. In situations were you need extra warmth riding a freezing chair lift, the user can wear inside your pant for that extra layer for comfort and insulation. And when once you’ve warm up, the DAS shorts have a quick release full-length side zips that easily allow you to unzip and slide out of pant vents and stored away for later. And because of the ease of entry, the DAS can be especially handy in the backcountry when you want to have a seat on a rock or the cold snow by creating an extra layer of waterproofing and padding, thus keeping your outerwear dry.

Due to its 65g PlumaFill synthetic insulation, the Patagonia DAS Light Shorts deliver ultralight, weather-resistant warmth exactly where you need it.

MSRP: $249