Our 12 favorite pairs of golf shorts for summer 2025

USA Today

12-07-2025

There are few better ways to beat that heat than freeing up your lower half, and when you're on the golf course, you need to feel comfortable in order to play well.
Golf shorts might seem like one of those fashion pieces where once you've seen one, you've seen them all. That couldn't be further from the truth, though. Hundreds of brands are coming up with new fabric technology and unique styles to keep your wardrobe fresh and fun.
That can be a lot to sort through, though. But worry not, we've got you covered. Here are our 12 favorite golf shorts that you can sport on the course this summer.
Bonobos - Course Legend Shorts
You know exactly what you're getting when you buy Bonobos: moisture-wicking, stretchy clothing that will still suffice for any sort of dress-up occasion. The Course Legend Shorts check all these boxes and then some. There's elastic on the inside of the waistband, but it's not visible from the outside, and the slide-snap closure is a unique pivot from your typical button.
Chubbies - Fairway Short
Chubbies has been a pioneer in the shorts game in recent years and they continue to impress with their Fairway Short. Offer in nine different colors, the 7-inch inseam provides solid leg mobility, but the highlight of this short is its thicker polyester blend, ensuring that no underwear lines will be visible on the golf course or wherever you may be sporting these shorts this summer.
B. Draddy - Big Daddy Short
Here we have the priciest piece on this list, but the Big Daddy Short from B. Draddy is worth every penny. They're constructed with a mix of high-grade Peruvian cotton and TENCEL, a sustainable and comfortable material made from wood. They look as classy as it gets, and their unstructured waistband promises comfort for every occasion this summer, especially on the golf course.
PGA Tour Apparel - Solid Active Waist Golf Short
In search of something that will be kind to your wallet? These are the shorts for you. PGA Tour Apparel's Solid Active Waist Golf Short offers a classic looking and a comfortable fit for less than $50. The DRIFLUX technology wicks sweat while the SUNFLUX technology helps protect your upper legs from UV rays, while the active waistband is sure to keep you mobile.
Original Penguin - Flat Front Solid Golf Short
Original Penguins' Flat Front Solid Golf Short comes in several different colors, but this bright blue, or as it's technically known as "Amparo blue," will definitely stand out among your fellow golfers. The shorts themselves are 100 percent polyester and display a clean, contemporary look that will go with just about any shirt and hat you'd like to pair with them.
Peter Millar - Shackleford Performance Hybrid Short
Need versatility? Peter Millar has you covered. Its Shackelford Performance Hybrid Short is made of a polyester and spandex blend fabric for extra water resistance and rapid drying, so they can even double as swim trunks. But they don't sacrifice style, either, with a flat front and a sleek design to keep you looking sharp on the golf course.
Adidas - Ultimate365 Textured Golf Shorts
Unlike your typical flat-front shorts, this pair from Adidas is textured, setting you apart from the rest of your group on the golf course. They are made of 100 percent breathable polyester, and 42 percent of that is from recycled materials — which has become Adidas' calling card in recent years. They come in five different colors and 10 different sizes, meaning there's an option for just about everybody.
Rhoback - Looper Delta Short
Quality and class. That's what Rhoback is after with its Looper Delta Short, which provides both. The shorts are constructed with the brand's signature FreeStride fabric, made from nearly 50 percent recycle polyester, which promises extra mobility and resistance to wrinkles — a big plus for those mornings you're pulling your outfit out of the dryer to make an early tee time.
Puma - 101 Solid Golf Short
A classic look that will keep you cool at a reasonable price point. What more could you want? Puma's 101 Solid Golf Short features mesh pockets and a quick-dry waistband, perfect for those summer days where the sweat can become an issue. They come in five different colors and 10 different sizes so you can find the exact pair that fits your needs.
Nike - Victory Dri-Fit Golf Shorts
Nike has been a staple in the golf apparel game for a long time now, and these shorts speak to that. They're classic, breathable, stretchy and, of course, they have that signature Nike swoosh made famous on the golf course by the likes of Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy. The Victory Dri-Fit Golf Shorts feature a 7-inch inseam and they're offered in eight different colors, including some unique hues like mineral teal and mars stone.
TravisMathew - Wanderlust Short
A lower-body take on TravisMathew's signature Wanderlust Jacket, these shorts are perfect for all summer activities and ensure that you look good wherever you're headed. The stretchy fabric is micro-ripstop — a sewing method that makes it resistant to wear and tear, meaning they won't need to be replaced for a while.