808 Pop Pocket - Brown/Paprika
- Made in USA
- machine washable
- Lifetime warranty
The 3-second version
- Eight-inch inseam hits mid-thigh for versatile length
- Full-sized side pocket fits large phones and stays secure
- Reinforced seams at stress points resist blowouts
- Hang dry only—no machine drying allowed
- Must wash separately on cold gentle cycle
- Heavier construction than ultralight performance trunks
Why it's on GiftsFeed
Classic eight-inch boardshort with side phone pocket and lifetime guarantee
Most boardshorts either blow out at the seams after a summer or come with performance features you'll never use. This sits in the middle: built tough enough to last years, comfortable enough to wear daily, with a side pocket that actually fits a phone without sagging underwater. The lifetime guarantee backs durability claims that most surf brands only imply. If you cycle through cheap trunks every season or own technical surf gear that spends most of its time in a drawer, the 808 makes sense as the one pair you actually wear.
Good gift when
- People who want one pair of trunks for surf and everyday wear
- Anyone tired of flimsy boardshorts that split after a season
- Those who prefer mid-length cuts over very short or knee-length styles
- Buyers willing to pay once for trunks that last years
Skip it if You need the absolute lightest weight for competition surfing or prefer trunks you can toss in the dryer without thinking about care instructions.
Also in 1 other colour: Brown/Paprika, Dark Olive/Olive
Specs
- Inseam
- 8 inches
- Fabric
- 100% SurfStretch (water-repellent, quick-dry stretch)
- Construction
- Double and triple-needle reinforced seams
- Made In
- USA
- Pocket Features
- Full-sized side pocket, wax pocket
- Hardware
- Nickel-plated grommets
- Guarantee
- Lifetime (materials and workmanship)
- Care
- Machine wash cold gentle, hang dry only, no bleach
- Fit
- True to size (order normal pant size)
- Available Sizes
- 28, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 38, 40
What's included
- 808 Pop Pocket boardshorts in Brown/Paprika
If you're giving it
- You'll need their size
Requires waist size selection; arrives in standard packaging without gift presentation.
The details
The 808 Pop Pocket delivers a mid-thigh length that works in the water and out. At eight inches, the inseam sits between the too-short and too-long camps, offering enough coverage for everyday wear without the drag of a longer leg. The stretch fabric moves through a full range of motion, whether you're paddling out or just walking around town.
The side pocket runs full-sized, built to hold large phones without printing through or sagging when wet. The placement keeps access easy while staying clear of waistband interference. A dedicated wax pocket sits ready for surf wax or small essentials, and nickel-plated grommets speed drainage after you're out of the water.
Construction leans into durability. Double and triple-needle seams reinforce stress points throughout, and the water-repellent fabric sheds moisture quickly once you're dry. The SurfStretch material resists the wear that comes from salt, sand, and sun exposure. These are sewn in the USA and backed with a lifetime guarantee that covers defects in materials and workmanship.
The Brown/Paprika colorway pairs a neutral brown base with warm paprika accent details. Sizing runs true to standard pant measurements, with waist sizes from 28 through 40. Care requires cold-water machine washing on gentle cycle and hang drying—no bleach, no dryer heat.
Medium-length stretch surf trunk made in the USA with reinforced seams
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Questions
- Do these run true to size or should I size up?
- They run true to size. Order your normal pant waist size. The stretch fabric provides some give without requiring you to size up for comfort.
- Can I put these in the dryer?
- No, these must be hang dried. Machine drying can damage the fabric and void the lifetime guarantee. Wash separately on cold gentle cycle and air dry only.
- Will the side pocket hold a phone securely in the water?
- The side pocket is full-sized and designed to fit large phones. It stays secure during normal surf and swim activity, though it does not have a zipper or closure.
- What does the lifetime guarantee cover?
- The lifetime guarantee covers defects in materials and workmanship. It does not cover normal wear from use, damage from improper care, or issues caused by machine drying against care instructions.
- Are these good for activities other than surfing?
- Yes, the eight-inch length and side pocket make them versatile for everyday wear, swimming, beach activities, and casual use. The quick-dry fabric transitions well from water to land.
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