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Bloc Short
£41.99 £49.99
Bloc are your boulder-problem solving companions. With them you can reach higher footholds, execute awkward moves and bridge with ease. They’re tough, organic cotton bouldering shorts built for dynamic movement and all-day comfort at the crag. Tackle off-width cracks, powerful heel hooks and delicate layback arêtes from Font to Froggatt.
- High stretch, organic cotton fabric for climbing comfort
- A gusseted crotch for movement
- Low-profile elastic waistband fits neatly under a harness
- GOTS certified cotton uses less CO2 and less water to produce
Designer’s notes
“For Bloc we wanted to create shorts that are more flexible than you are and would never hold you back mid-climb. A diamond-shape gusseted crotch and a touch of spandex in the fabric both help to keep the limbs loose. The fabric also allowed a slimmer fit than standard so you can see where you’re placing your toes.
Climbing shorts need to be durable, especially if being subjected to rough Peak District grit. Cotton is a naturally hard-wearing material so was the obvious choice. We finished Bloc with a simple, low-profile elastic waistband that’s easy on and comfortable with a harness. Four pockets mean you don’t have to leave valuables hanging around.”
Ronnie, Clothing Design Manager
Features
Key Features
- Stretchy twill fabric is super comfortable and allows unrestricted climbing
- Gusseted crotch and articulated legs for complete freedom of movement
- Low-profile elastic waistband fits neatly under harnesses
- Durable and hard-wearing organic cotton fabric
- Sits just above the knee to stay out of your way
- Cotton is exceptionally breathable in hot weather
- Four jeans-style pockets (deep enough to actually use!)
- 3 Year Alpine Bond
Vital stats
Fit
Slim
Construction
Fabric: 98% Organic cotton, 2% spandex (200gsm)
Weight
197g (M)
Origin: China
Sustainability and Product Care
Product Care Information
Wash your shorts on a delicate cycle at 30ºC or handwash with lukewarm water. Use a non-biological detergent or pure soap but don't use fabric conditioners or softeners. Rinse thoroughly in clean water and line dry, or tumble dry at a low heat. Store above dog chewing height.
Repairs
We have dedicated Repair Stations in our stores and we're fully equipped to breathe new life into your old kit. This includes spare parts, patches, new zips and wash and reproofing of your down and waterproofs. Pop into any store or contact us online for more info.
Alpine Bond
If one of our products does not meet your expectations upon delivery, or if during its lifetime does not live up to the demands placed upon it, please return it to us for repair, replacement or refund. If the problem is our fault then we will do this to your satisfaction. If it’s your fault then we will help out the best we can. Find out more about our Alpine Bond here.
Sustainability
How It Is Made
Organic CottonThese shorts are made from Global Organic Textile Standard certified organic cotton. Organic cotton farming produces significantly less CO₂, uses less water and eliminates the use of harmful pesticides. And it feels great!
Where It Is Made
Our products are made in the best factories in the world. We know the factories personally and they have all signed up to our Code of Ethics in our supply chain. This includes the Ethical Trading Initiative base code, fair pay, safe working environments, no child labour, no modern slavery, no bribery or corruption, no materials from conflict zones and humane farming methods.
All our factories sign up to our Code of Conduct. Find out where we make our product by visiting our Factories of Alpkit factory zone.
Reducing our carbon footprint
We are carbon neutral under PAS2060 and offset our Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 operations and transport emissions. We recognise that offsetting is not part of the solution but a point to pass through on a journey to Net Zero. Carbon Neutral is just a step in that journey.
We have joined the Science Based Targets Initiative which sets independent targets for us to achieve to do our bit to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Our targets are to halve our Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025 based on 2018 base year and reduce our total carbon intesnity by 15% every year to achieve genuine net zero by 2050.
End of life
When your partnership with this product is over send it back to us and we will pass it on to someone that needs it through our Continuum Project.
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Works Well With
Standard delivery to UK addresses is free over £30.
Next Day deliveries will be shipped same day if you place your order before 2pm Monday - Friday.
If you are not happy or have changed your mind, you can return your unused product within 123 days of placing the order for a refund.
Simply return it to us, free of charge, with all the original packaging.
Men's shorts size guide
| Size chart | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
| Waist (in.) | 28 | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 |
| Waist (cm) | 71 | 76 | 81 | 86 | 91 | 97 |
| EU | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 |
| US | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 |
How to measure
This size chart indicates the body measurements our garments are designed to fit. Measure yourself as described below and use the size chart to find your size.
Waist
Measure around your waist at the narrowest point.
Fit Guide
Tight
Close fitting designed to conform to your body.
Slim
Slim and slightly contoured but not form fitting.
Regular
A comfortable fit that's not too tight, nor too loose.
Relaxed
A looser fit with a bit more space but not too baggy.