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Swim trunks for shorter men.

Under 5 foot 8. 17 reviews on which length stops the trunks wearing you.

Customer photo from Rick H. wearing Speckle - Maroon 7"Customer photo from Jose P. wearing Wild Splatter Pink - 5"Customer photo from Ken M. wearing Cookie Black V2 - 5"Customer photo from Fred T. wearing Fluro Aqua - 5"Customer photo from Keith T. wearing Faded Leaf - Ash 3"Customer photo from Craig T. wearing Dragon Scale - Blue 3"

Standard swim trunks are cut for a 6 foot man and hit a shorter man at the knee, which shortens the leg further. The 3 and 5 inch inseams fix that. 17 reviews come from men who give a height under 5 foot 8, and every one is five star. The 3 inch is the classic choice; the 5 inch works for men who want a little more cover without going near the knee.

17reviews mention shorter men
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The prints these buyers chose

In their words

Literally the best ever swim shorts I have worn. I used to be a board short guy, but no longer. These are great to be on the beach. In the pool. And o...
Ron G. · Verified purchase · Faded Ocean - 5"
The fit is right on, I like the length as I am 5'7" and do not like swim trunks at or below the knee. I bought 1 pair and liked them so much bought 2 ...
Russell P. · Verified purchase · Blue Camo - 3"
Shorts look great on my husband, he is a shorter guy 5'9" and they are great on his body. Also they are fitted to his legs. They are super soft as well.
Donna H. · Verified purchase · Golden Pineapple Black Swim Shorts - 3"
The quality of this bathing suit was far better than I expected. The fit is perfect and the 5" length is perfect for a shorter guy.
Sam F. · Verified purchase · Cookie Black V2 - 5"
Perfect fit. I am 5 ft 3 inches tall and 150lbs. I received numerous compliments on the vibrate colors and fit. I bought 3 pairs!
Chris S. · Verified purchase · Faded Waves Oasis - 5"
Just what he was looking for, with the fun print, built in underwater, no elastic, and the shorter inseam for his shorter legs!
Holly B. · Verified purchase · Jelly-Ink - Purple - 3"
I like the fact that you offer a 3 inch short I have short legs and it works out well however they do run small. I normally wear a 3233. I bought a large and they fit perfect. They were a little pricey, but worth it. You should run specials every now and then.
Joan W. · Verified purchase · Make Waves Blue V2 - 3"
Great fit. I sm 5'7", around 170lbs and it fits just perfect. This is the third one bought.
Yohel B. · Verified purchase · Neon Orchid Magenta 3"

Frequently asked questions

3 inch or 5 inch at 5 foot 6?
3 inch for the beach, 5 inch if you want one pair for everything. Both sit well above the knee at that height.
Do the smaller sizes run true?
Yes. S is a 29 to 31 inch waist. Go by waist; the length is what changes the look.
Anything to avoid?
The 7 inch. It is cut for taller men and will hit the knee.

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