O'Neill Hyperfreak Tech Panel 18in Boardshort BLF2 32
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A Tech Panel Boardshort for Surf Days
People landing on the Hyperfreak Tech Panel are usually comparing O'Neill's newer boardshort styles, and this one is built to look sharp whether you're surfing or lounging on the sand while carrying real performance features. Hyperfreak Pro Stretch adds maximum flexibility, and the anti-rash Hyperthread inseam keeps you comfortable through a full day out.
Construction Details
This is a men's boardshort with an 18 inch outseam and an 8 inch inseam, sitting above the knee. It is built with Hyperfreak pro stretch using Repreve recycled fibers and finished with O'Neill Hyperdry DWR. A flex tie drawcord adjusts the waist, and an ergonomic side zip pocket holds small items securely. The anti-rash inseam and anti-rash Hyperthread lining are there specifically to reduce chafing, and the style has a printed side panel detail.
Who Should Wear This Boardshort
The shorter 18 inch outseam and above the knee fit make this a good fit for anyone who wants a trimmer, more athletic cut for active surfing rather than a longer, baggier boardshort. The anti-rash inseam construction matters most if you spend long stretches paddling, since a standard sewn seam is usually the first spot to cause irritation on a long session.
Fit, Wear, and Care
Use the flex tie drawcord to lock in the waist before paddling out, and rely on the ergonomic side zip pocket for anything you need to keep secure in the water. After time in salt water, rinse the boardshort in fresh water to protect the Repreve fabric and printed panel, and air dry it rather than using high heat so the Hyperdry DWR finish holds up over repeated wear.
About O'Neill
O'Neill is the original California surf lifestyle brand, founded in 1952. The Hyperfreak Tech Panel sits within O'Neill's current performance boardshort lineup.
Why Buy It at Island Water Sports
Island Water Sports has outfitted South Florida's surf and beach community since 1978. We stock the Hyperfreak Tech Panel because the anti-rash construction and quick dry finish hold up to the daily saltwater and sun our team surfs in, and we can help you compare outseam lengths before you buy.
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Specifications
- Brand
- O'Neill
- Product
- O'Neill Hyperfreak Tech Panel 18in Boardshort BLF2 32
- Gender
- Male
- UPC
- 196559724846
- MPN
- SP5106003
- Feature
- Men's boardshorts
- Feature
- 18" Outseam/ 8" Inseam - above the knee fit
- Feature
- Hyperfreak pro stretch with Repreve®
- Feature
- O'Neill Hyperdry DWR
- Feature
- Flex-tie drawcord
- Feature
- Ergonomic side zip pocket
- Feature
- Anti-rash inseam
- Feature
- Anti-rash Hyperthread
- Feature
- Printed side panel detail
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the anti-rash inseam on the Hyperfreak Tech Panel?
- It is an anti-rash Hyperthread inseam construction built to keep you comfortable and reduce chafing during longer sessions.
- What is the outseam length on this boardshort?
- It has an 18 inch outseam and an 8 inch inseam, sitting above the knee.
- Does this style have a pocket?
- Yes, it has an ergonomic side zip pocket.
- What is Hyperfreak Pro Stretch?
- It is O'Neill's stretch fabric technology in this boardshort, built with Repreve recycled fibers for added flexibility.
- What is the printed side panel on the Tech Panel boardshort?
- It is a printed side panel detail that is part of this style's design.