Octa Short

$175.00
Features

• Lightweight, stretch, breathable Japanese ripstop nylon
• 9 1/2 “ drop
• OCTA grid insulation – fast wicking and fast drying prevents super-cooling
• Fast drying
• Elastic, adjustable waist
• Unisex - size down one size for women

Octa Short

The new '25 Octa “cool-weather” short is built to float — literally. Thanks to its lofty Octa grid insulation and a soft, lightweight nylon shell, this short sits off the skin, regulating temperature without weighing you down. It takes the edge off cool-morning workouts and adds lightweight warmth under a shell when seasons shift. Whether you’re slipping them on post-surf or lounging après-Onsen, the Octa short delivers style, comfort, and performance

Size: XS-XL

Weight: Lightweight and packable, size medium weighs 6.7 oz / 190g.

Fit: Unisex sizing - sizing down one size for women works usually; men's expect to regular size for best fit.

Sizing Chart: Size Guide

Activity: Cool weather insulation / Winter Running / Cross Country Skiing / Hiking / Spring Ski Touring

OCTA INSULATION

"Zero-Gravity Insulation"

Design Inspiration

The OCTA® structure mimics the architecture of an octopus’s tentacle system —
flexible, dynamic, and complex. This isn’t just a visual analogy: the tentacle-inspired
radial grid structure helps regulate heat and moisture.

Structure
  • 8-way radial fiber stack: Polyester fibers are arranged like spokes around a
    hollow center, reducing weight and increasing airflow.
  • Touchpoints + Air Pockets: The network of tiny air pockets retains warmth,
    while fast-wicking contact points rapidly move sweat and humidity away from
    the body.
Performance Benefits
  • 50% lighter than traditional fleece.
  • Enhanced moisture management.
  • Quick-drying and thermally efficient.
  • Dry-air cushioning provides next-to-skin comfort

In essence, OCTA® insulation blends biomimicry, thermal engineering, and material science
into a lightweight, high-function textile ideal for demanding environments.

The Go Anywhere Do Anything Layer!

"The perfect soft shell light insulation for high output activities. Insulation only where it matters, minimalist design to keep it simple. Perfect for moving fast in the alpine."

[Verified Customer Review]

Customer Reviews

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Bronte S.
Shorts I never thought I needed

I love my Octa shorts for the versatility they have. I never thought a lightly insulated short would be so useful! I not only can wear them over leggings for cold mornings or nights but as the seasons change they're so great for long windy and brisk runs. I also used them recently for rock climbing and love that they sit below my harness. They're unisex and I wear an XS with normally being a 27 waist.

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Annie
Surprising - love these!

In Bozeman’s variable late-winter conditions, these insulated shorts delivered. I wore these over light baselayer leggings and they felt like an ideal balance of warmth, breathability, and freedom of movement (light!) for both trail runs and Nordic ski sessions. My new go-to piece for training in the cold shoulder-season temps/mornings. Recommended!

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