Fabric for Nylon Shorts
Nylon shorting is deliberately thin — a 84 gsm median — so it dries fast and packs down. Ripstop adds tear resistance without adding weight.
587 fabrics · 39–132 gsm · order from 1 yard · swatches in about 4 days
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Weight decides how nylon shorts fabric behaves more than any other spec. These ranges are measured from what we actually stock.
Most ordered for nylon shorts
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Nylon Shorts fabric FAQ
What weight fabric is best for nylon shorts?
Most nylon shorts fabric sits between 39 and 132 gsm. Nylon shorting is deliberately thin — a 84 gsm median — so it dries fast and packs down. Ripstop adds tear resistance without adding weight.
Which fabrics are used for nylon shorts?
On SWATCHON, nylon shorts fabric is most often plain weave, ripstop and twill. You can filter by construction, fiber composition, weight and stretch to narrow it further.
Can I order a small quantity of nylon shorts fabric?
Yes — order from 1 yard, with no traditional mill minimums. Swatches come first so you can check hand-feel and color before committing to yardage.
How do I check the fabric before ordering?
Order a swatch book for any fabric — every color of that fabric is included, and it reaches you in about 4 days worldwide.