On Your Skin
100% Merino Wool. Not Polyester.
100% Australian Merino wool in a tight plain weave. No polyester, nylon or elastane in the fabric.
Size Guide - Men's Shorts
| Size | Waist(where your waistband sits) | |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | S | 32-33"81-84 cm |
| 31 | 33-34"84-86 cm | |
| 32 | M | 34-35"86-89 cm |
| 33 | 35-36"89-91 cm | |
| 34 | L | 36-37"91-94 cm |
| 35 | 37-38"94-97 cm | |
| 36 | XL | 38-39"97-99 cm |
| 37 | 39-40"99-102 cm | |
How to measure
- Waist: measure where you wear the waistband.
4 Reasons To Pre-Order The Merino Wool Walkshort V2
01No Plastic
Nothing Synthetic In The Fabric
Most shorts are polyester or nylon. These are merino. Here is what that gets you.
In The Wash
Nothing To Shed
Polyester sheds microplastic fibres every wash. Merino does not. And it barely needs washing, because it is naturally odour resistant, so you can just air it out between wears.
Finish
No Chemical Coating
Many shorts are treated with a water-repellent finish called DWR. These are not. The fabric is just merino, so there is nothing on it to wear off against your skin or wash into the water.
02Built better
Construction Notes
Are These For You?
We would rather you know before you buy than send them back.
Made For You If
- You would rather not have plastic against your skin all day
- You want a short that works hiking and everyday life
- You want to wear them multiple days without needing to wash.
- You already know what Merino can do
Probably Not For You If
- You like a slim, stretchy cut
- You think wool is only for jumpers
- You would rather stick with synthetic
- You want the cheapest pair on the rack
Sound like you? Choose your size
03The Pre-Order Price
$140 Now. $170 After.
This price runs once, before the first run lands, and ends on Sunday 22 November. Only 100 pairs are being made.
$30off the $170 price
$15shipping saved, pre-order only
$45total saved
60Day
Guarantee
Guarantee
04Risk Free
The Right Size Guarantee
Wear them. If the size is off, we swap them for free.
- Free size exchanges for 60 days
- Returns accepted within 60 days.
- Free shipping on every pre-order, worldwide (normally $15)
Questions before you order? Email zack@marineo.com.au and I'll get back to you.
Pre-Order Now
Save $30. Pre-sale ends Sunday 22 November. Ships early December.
I was working on boats in the Whitsundays, Australia and I could not find a good pair of natural fibre shorts I could also swim in.
It annoyed me for two or three years before I built my own natural fibre brand MARINE|O.
The original Merino Walkshort came first and has sold 140+ pairs. The Merino Wool Walkshort V2 adds a back pocket, front pockets and a crotch gusset, at no extra cost.
ZackFounder, MARINE|O
Made from Nature. Not Plastic.
Pre-Order Now- Free Shipping, Pre-Order Only
- Free Size Exchanges
- Ships early December
The Natural Boardshorts
100% long staple cotton for the water. Same rule: no synthetics touching your skin. Also in pre-sale now.
Learn MoreFrequently Asked Questions
What is a pre-order?
You buy them now, we make them, and they ship as soon as production is ready (early December). You get the pre-order price of $140 and free shipping.
When will mine ship?
We ship in early December. Everyone's pair goes out together once production is finished. We will keep you updated along the way.
When am I charged?
You are charged in full when you place your order. Paying now locks in your pre-order price and reserves your pair before production ends.
What if the size is wrong?
Size exchanges are free for 60 days. We send the new size and you return the old pair.
What is your returns policy?
Returns are accepted within 60 days, pre-orders included. Return postage is paid by customer, see full policy HERE
What if the date slips?
Production timelines can move. If anything changes, we’ll email you straight away with a new date. You can cancel for a full refund any time before your order ships, no questions asked.
How much is shipping?
Free on every pre-order, worldwide. After the pre-order period, shipping is free on 2 or more items.
What are they made of?
100% Australian Merino wool, a plain weave made with Woolmark’s OPTIM™ technology. The fabric contains no polyester, nylon or elastane.
Will they shrink in the wash?
Not if you look after them. Wash cold on a gentle cycle with a wool-safe detergent, hang them to dry and skip the tumble dryer, which is what shrinks wool.
Can you swim in them?
Yes. They are designed for multi day hikes and dry quick after swimming. Rinse them with fresh water after saltwater or chlorine and hang them to dry.
How fast do they dry?
Quickly. Although they are merino, they dry fast after swimming or washing and are made for life around the water.
Is there a waterproof coating on the fabric?
No. There is no DWR or chemical coating finish.
Do they shed microplastics?
No. Merino is a natural fibre, so there is no plastic to shed in the wash.
How do I wash them?
You barely need to. Merino is naturally odour resistant, so most of the time you can air them out between wears. After a swim or a hot day, rinse them with fresh water and hang them to dry. For a full wash, use a cold, gentle cycle with a wool-safe detergent. No bleach or fabric softener.
Are they too hot for summer?
No. Merino regulates temperature and lets air circulate, so they are comfortable in hot weather.
Which size should I get?
It is best to use the size guide and measure your waist where you wear your shorts.
The waistband is adjustable, so the fit is forgiving, but if you are between sizes we recommend sizing up.
Is there stretch in the fabric?
No. It is a 100% Merino wool plain weave with no elastane, so there is no stretch like synthetic boardshorts. The natural fibres soften and relax slightly with wear, but the shorts keep their shape.
What is the waistband like?
An adjustable buckle waistband with a grosgrain belt, so you can set the fit yourself.
Do they have pockets?
5 actually. The Walkshort V2 has a back pocket, 2 side pockets and 2 zip pockets. Room for phone, keys and a wallet.
What is the length?
The outseam is 19 inches and the shorts sit just above the knee.
What does the crotch gusset do?
It is a dedicated gusset panel in the crotch that spreads the load across the seam instead of one spot, so you get more room to move and less strain on the stitching.
Where are they made?
They are designed in Australia and made in China, because that is where the specialised OPTIM™ Merino fabric and factory expertise are. After more than a year of searching we could not find another factory able to make this fabric to the same standard. The merino itself is Australian superfine merino.