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Birdwell Beach Britches- best board shorts?

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I’m looking for some board shorts/SUP shorts that will last more than a couple of years. I hear good things about Birdwell. Any other recommendations?

Cheers,

Paul.

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Birdwell's are just fine.

Also Quicksilvers, Rip Curl, and there are more.

I don't think any one of them is better than the other.

Should be able to get more than a couple years from any of those.
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I don't doubt their quality, but$80/pair is pretty steep.
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Also interested in quality shorts.
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went to order the tac 2.0 a few days back and they are out of stock. they make good stuff
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I usually check Sierra Outpost to see what they have cheap......

https://www.sierra.com/mens-swimwear~d~9678/
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I have had some Rip Curls and Quicksilvers going on ten years.
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I've used Birdwell's since I was a little surfer kid.....yes, they're expensive, but the quality is there.
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Birdwell is classic and the original, but price is a little steep these days.
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I have some friends who worked on "Once Upon A Time In Hollywood" and Brad Pitt bought the whole crew these jackets. Very well made...

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I dig that jacket and have considered buying a few times.
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I’m looking for some board shorts/SUP shorts that will last more than a couple of years. I hear good things about Birdwell. Any other recommendations?

Cheers,

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Thanks for all the suggestions. I ordered a pair of Birdwells to see how they are. Love the jacket, Craigster.

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