Family Owned
Our family’s passion for performance outdoor clothing and manufacturing dates back to the 1920’s and the creation of the Southern Hemisphere’s first down-filled sleeping bags.
New Zealand Made
Our clothing is 100% designed and made right here in New Zealand. We are committed to exceptional quality, supporting local jobs and upholding Aotearoa’s manufacturing expertise.
Sustainability
Making clothing that lasts reduces environmental impact. Repurposing offcuts minimises waste and our repair service maximises garment life. Learn more about our initiatives here.
Josh Brinkmann (verified owner) –
I wore these almost everyday for 2 months whilst journeying from London to Mongolia to raise money for The Yellow Eyed Penguin Trust. I would have worn them everyday except in Iran it was not culturally sensitive to be wearing stubbies. They are tough and dry really fast. Great for tramping, swimming, being outside, being inside, showing off your legs and walking foreign cities. The internal zip up pocket is just big enough for a kiwi passport, or a Galaxy S10+. It’s nice knowing that no matter how active you are, your valuables will remain safe in your pocket. These are my new favourite pair of shorts and I wear them every opportunity I get.
Nathan D (verified owner) –
Having a purple pair of super-stubbies that matches my legionnaire hat… Heaven. These shorts are excellent for running, climbing, partying, travelling, and generally showing you mean business. Quick dry, easy to wash, durable, with the best pockets. Bought a pair for my Mum, they are so good.
Edward (verified owner) –
Initially, the price almost dissuaded me from purchasing these shorts. But after taking the plunge, and giving my first pair of Taslan shorts a fair flogging for a year, I can honestly say they are worth every cent. They dry ridiculously quick, (seriously, blink and you will miss it) and are far more durable than the fabric weight would suggest. I have worn them though scrub, sliding down rocks and scree, and there isn’t even a loose thread. When the team at Earth Sea Sky say ‘super durable’ they mean it. Also, the pockets are almost perfect, roomy, but they don’t flap around when you have them full, overall, a really well designed and even better made piece of kit.
So if you are still kicking round the hills in some tatty old cotton rugby shorts, shout yourself some Talsan shorts, you will not regret it.
Jett (verified owner) –
These shorts are perfect. I wear them pretty much everyday, anywhere, beach, farm, or city. They’re comfy, tough as nails, and practical. The zip-up pocket is just the right size for a phone and keys, and gives you one less thing to worry about. They dry quick, and fit well. I’ve got no worries about this pair wearing out, yet I’ll probably be picking up another colour soon because they’re just that good
Kent Murray (verified owner) –
I’m instructing outdoors all year round and these are my favourite shorts. The design is perfect, the taslan fabric is super tough, they clean and dry easily. They’re pretty much good for everything – sailing, bush, PT, yoga, running, swimming, yard work or kicking back at home or the beach. I’m going to let all my other shorts die and just keep several pairs of these in my quiver.