MEC Swift Shorts - Women's
MEC Swift Shorts - Women's
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Description
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Description
For grueling spin classes to casual spins around the block, these shorts will add another level of comfort to your workout. Quick drying, with a comfortable chamois, they make the clock tick a bit faster when you're cranking.
- Made of moisture-wicking polyester and spandex.
- Flatlock seams prevent rubbing or chafing when your legs are pumping.
- Wide, smooth waistband provides a comfortable fit.
- Chamois adds comfort to any ride.
Fit guide
Each year, we set goals and track our progress; here are the highlights from our most recent results. More information is available on our Transparency and Reporting page.
Products
The largest part of our environmental and social footprint – we work to reduce these impacts as much as possible.
Bluesign®-approved fabrics
In MEC clothes and sleeping bags to lessen our impact on the environment.
2016-17: Goal achieved
2017-18 goal: 100%
Environmentally preferred
Products with PVC-free, or at least 50% recycled, organic cotton, or bluesign-approved content.
2016-17: Goal achieved
2017-18 goal: Increase
Fair Trade Certified™ MEC Products
MEC paid into a special fund managed by the factory workers who made them.
2016-17: Goal achieved
2017-18: Increase
Products returned
Because they were defective (as a percentage of sales).
2016-17: Goal achieved
2017-18 goal: < 1% of sales
responsible sourcing
We believe our gear should be made in a way that respects the people who manufacture it.
Factories met or exceeded expectations
Based on our Code of Conduct standards for working conditions.
2016-17: Goal not achieved
2017-18 goal: Increase
Factories with unacceptable violations
We’re working with them to correct these issues, or MEC will seek a new supplier.
2016-17: Goal achieved
2017-18 goal: Maintain zero
Operations
Includes product transportation and logistics, as well as the development and operations of physical and e-commerce stores.
Carbon footprint
From product transport, waste, energy use, and business travel.
2016-17: Goal not achieved
2017-18 goal: Reduce
Waste diverted
Recycled, donated or composted, instead of going to the landfill.
2016-17: Goal achieved
2017-18 goal: 92%
Litres of water
Used in our buildings.
2016-17: Goal not achieved
2017-18 goal: Decrease
Member experience and community engagement
MEC exists to inspire and enable everyone to live active outdoor lifestyles. We’re a member of 1% for the Planet to help support Canadian environmental causes.
Active members
Of the members who made a purchase at MEC over the past 10 years, 41.1% of them made a purchase in 2016-17.
2016-17: Goal achieved
2017-18 goal: 38.9%
Member satisfaction
Satisfied or very satisfied with service in stores.
2016-17: Goal achieved
2017-18 goal: 90%
In-stock items
On the store floor and available for purchase.
2016-17: Goal achieved
2017-18 goal: 99.5%
To community initiatives
As part of our 1% for the Planet commitment.
2016-17: Goal achieved
2017-18 goal: 1% of sales (previous year)
Employee engagement
With every conversation, every piece of advice, every transaction, bike fitting, clinic or event – we bring it.
Employee engagement
Our score in a survey that tells us how well MEC supports and engages employees.
2016-17: Goal achieved
2017-18 goal: Increase
Financials
Our goal is to be financially viable in the short-term and the long-term, and we’ll continue on our path of measured growth.
Inventory turns
Times we sold through and replenished our inventory.
2016-17: Goal achieved
2017-18 goal: 2.29
Annual sales
Thanks for supporting MEC!
2016-17: Goal achieved
2017-18 goal: Increase
Tech specs
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Tech specs
| Weight | 164g (Small) |
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| Ideal for |
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| Fabric content |
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| Pockets | 1 back zippered |
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Windproofness
A windproof garment does not allow any air to permeate the fabric. A garment with windproof panels has panels of fabric that are totally windproof, but the rest of the garment may not be windproof. A wind-resistant garment resists some wind, but not as much as a garment that is windproof. |
None |
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Finished inseam
The finished inseam measurement of the garment. |
7in. (M) |
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Gripper elastic
Gripper elastics prevent the cycling shorts from riding up and leg and arm warmers from sliding down. |
No |
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Antimicrobial treatment
A treatment that inhibits bacteria growth and reduces odour. |
No |
| Chamois | Yes |
| Made in | El Salvador |
Size chart
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Size chart
| XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | |
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| 0 - 0 | 0 - 2 | 4 - 6 | 8 - 10 | 12 - 14 | 16 - 18 | 20 - 22 | |
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Natural waist
(cm)
(in.)
Measure at the narrowest circumference of your waist. |
64.5 25½ | 66.5 - 68.5 26¼ - 27 | 70.5 - 72.5 27¾ - 28½ | 75 - 77.5 29½ - 30½ | 81.5 - 85 32 - 33½ | 90 - 95.5 35½ - 37½ | 101 - 106.5 39¾ - 42 |
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Low waist
(cm)
(in.)
Measure approximately 5cm (2in.) below natural waist. |
73.5 29 | 75.5 - 77.5 29¾ - 30½ | 79.5 - 81.25 31¼ - 32 | 83.75 - 86.25 33 - 34 | 90.25 - 94 35½ - 37 | 99 - 104.25 39 - 41 | 109.75 - 115.5 43¼ - 45½ |
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Hips
(cm)
(in.)
Stand with feet together and measure at fullest circumference. |
86.5 34 | 89 - 91.5 35 - 36 | 94 - 96.5 37 - 38 | 99 - 101.5 39 - 40 | 105.5 - 109 41½ - 43 | 113 - 118 44½ - 46½ | 123 - 128.5 48½ - 50½ |
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Inseam
(cm)
(in.)
Measure inner leg from crotch to just below the ankle bone. |
75 29½ | 75 29½ | 75 29½ | 75 29½ | 75 29½ | 75 29½ | 75 29½ |
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Petite inseam
Measure inner leg from crotch to just below the ankle bone. If your leg length is shorter or equal to the 'petite' size inseam on this chart, pick a 'petite' if available. 'Petite' pants also have a slightly shorter rise. Not all pants are offered in 'petite' sizes.
Petite inseam
(cm)
(in.)
Measure inner leg from crotch to just below the ankle bone. If your leg length is shorter or equal to the 'petite' size inseam on this chart, pick a 'petite' if available. 'Petite' pants also have a slightly shorter rise. Not all pants are offered in 'petite' sizes. |
71 28 | 71 28 | 71 28 | 71 28 | 71 28 | 71 28 | 71 28 |
- Natural waist
- Measure at the narrowest circumference of your waist.
- Low waist
- Measure approximately 5cm (2in.) below natural waist.
- Hips
- Stand with feet together and measure at fullest circumference.
- Inseam
- Measure inner leg from crotch to just below the ankle bone.
- Petite inseam
- Measure inner leg from crotch to just below the ankle bone. If your leg length is shorter or equal to the 'petite' size inseam on this chart, pick a 'petite' if available. 'Petite' pants also have a slightly shorter rise. Not all pants are offered in 'petite' sizes.