Saxx
Fan Palm Swim Short
The Fan Palm Swim Short is a men's swimsuit from Canadian brand SAXX, featuring a light, fast-drying non-cling stretch fabric with a built-in boxer brief. Designed for swimming and water activities, it includes a micro mesh 3D BallPark Pouch front that reduces skin-on-skin friction, a semi-elastic fly waist with button and drawstring, and slant pockets plus a rear zip pocket. With a 5-inch (13 cm) inseam, this swim short offers functionality and comfort, and SAXX swimwear liners are commonly praised in user reviews for being soft, stretchy, and ultra comfy.
- Gender
- male
- Style
- casual, sporty, athleisure
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Color
Specifications
Lightweight swim shorts with built-in pouch and brief, featuring quick-dry stretch fabric and secure pockets.
Light and fast-drying non-cling stretch fabric, built-in boxer brief, micro mesh 3D BallPark Pouch, semi-elastic fly waist with button and drawstring, slant pockets, zip pocket.
- Material
- Main materials: 88% polyester, 12% spandex; Lining: 87% polyester, 13% spandex
- Style
- casual, sporty, athleisure
- Occasion
- vacation, beach-day, casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Swimwear
Additional Attributes
- Light and fast-drying non-cling stretch fabric
- Built-in boxer brief
- Micro mesh 3D BallPark Pouch front for skin-against-skin friction prevention
- Semi-elastic fly waist with button and drawstring closure
- Slant pockets on sides
- Zip pocket at back
- 5-inch inseam (13 cm)
- Stretch fabric for comfort
- Non-cling design
Product Insights
The Fan Palm Swim Short by Saxx combines a permanently sewn-in BallPark Pouch and compression liner to prevent chafing and ride-up, delivering a close, secure fit ideal for men under 5'8" or with muscular thighs, though the fixed liner sacrifices loose-fit flexibility and demands cold wash and hang-dry care; its stretch shell, high-hip slant pockets, and rear zip pocket (an exclusive design) offer a modern, sporty look, and at $49.95 (44% off $90) it represents the lowest-priced Saxx 2-in-1 swim trunk with a rear zip pocket.
Verified claims
- BallPark Pouch
- Buyers report the built-in liner is ultra comfy and the pouch prevents chafing.
- Liner security
- The sewn-in liner and stretch shell reduce leg movement that causes chafing.
- Body fit
- Flatters men under 5'8 and those with muscular thighs.
- Style
- Modern, sporty look popular in fashion-forward circles.
- Sizing
- Order the same size you wear in Saxx underwear; if between sizes, consider sizing up for a looser fit.
- Fit design
- Hip pockets, stretch fabric, and liner deliver a close, secure fit.
- Pockets
- Slant pockets sit high to prevent droop; rear pocket is zippered for security.
- Built-in liner
- Permanently sewn-in brief anchors short to prevent ride-up.
- Stretch shell
- 88% polyester, 12% spandex shell prevents pocket bagging and hem flare.
- Hem line
- Stretch shell, compression liner, and hip pockets prevent hem flare.
- Ride-up prevention
- The built-in compression liner helps prevent ride-up during swimming, volleyball, or walking.
- Pouch stability
- The micro mesh 3D BallPark Pouch separates and supports to reduce skin-against-skin friction during movement.
- Permanent liner
- Liner is permanently sewn in; cannot be removed for a loose fit.
- Zip pocket
- The rear zip pocket is currently unique to this Simons model in the SAXX swim range; the Oh Buoy trunk uses a rear security key loop instead.
- Inseam length
- 5-inch inseam: stretch contour prevents flaring and gives a modern athletic fit.
- Built-in brief
- Permanent built-in 3D BallPark pouch replicates underwear fit; order same size.
- Care requirements
- Machine wash cold and hang dry; avoid bleach, fabric softener, and ironing to protect stretch and color.
- Price value
- At $49.95 (44% off $90), it is the lowest-priced Saxx 2-in-1 swim trunk with a rear zip pocket.
- Key features
- Features the micro mesh 3D BallPark Pouch and a rear zip pocket that is currently unique to this Simons model.
- Quick-dry stretch fabric
- The lightweight fabric is fast-drying, and the polyester-spandex shell has enough stretch to contour the thigh without bagging out.
- UV protection
- The product information does not list a UPF rating or UV protection feature, so buyers should treat it as non-UPF-rated swimwear.
Product record
- Title
- Fan Palm Swim Short
- Brand
- Saxx
- Price
- 90 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 10 sourcesUses
Swim days with built-in support
A mid-length swim trunk made for swimming and beach wear, with a light, fast-drying, non-cling stretch fabric and a 5 inch inseam. The built-in boxer brief with a mesh BallPark Pouch front is designed to prevent skin-against-skin friction, and slant pockets plus a back zip pocket hold small items poolside.[1,2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Fan Palm Swim Short: Choose this if you want swim shorts with a built-in boxer brief and Saxx's micro mesh 3D BallPark Pouch front, which the brand says prevents skin-against-skin friction. The light, fast-drying, non-cling stretch fabric (88% polyester, 12% spandex) comes in a 5-inch inseam with an elastic drawstring waist, slant pockets, and a rear zip pocket. Note that the friction-prevention benefit is the manufacturer's stated purpose rather than a verified user outcome, and this colorway is offered in black with a white palm tile print, in sizes small through extra-large.[1,3] | Sunset Stripe Swim Trunk: Choose this if you want swim trunks with the support of a built-in boxer brief, including a micro mesh 3D BallPark Pouch front designed to prevent skin-against-skin friction. The light, fast-drying, non-cling stretch shell (88% polyester, 12% spandex with 4-way stretch) has a 7 inch (18 cm) inseam, drawcord-adjustable elastic waist, slant pockets, and a rear flap pocket with a metal drain grommet. The look is a multicolor horizontal stripe print, so it suits swimmers who want a mid-length, patterned trunk rather than a plain solid.[4,5,6,7] | Tropical Palm Tree Swim Trunk: Choose this if you want swim trunks designed for all-day comfort in and out of the water: a light, fast-drying, non-cling stretch shell (88% polyester, 12% spandex) with a micro mesh 3D BallPark Pouch front that is described as preventing skin-against-skin friction, an elastic waist with a drawcord adjuster, and a 5 inch (12.75 cm) inseam with vertical slit pockets plus a rear patch pocket. The Patterned White colorway features a dense all-over tropical palm and small pink flamingo print in blue tones on a light background, with X-LARGE and XX-LARGE sizes listed. Keep in mind the pouch's friction prevention is a stated design intent rather than a reported outcome, and one rear-view image shows no exterior drawstring on that side.[8,9,10] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Men's swim shorts worn by a model, visible from waist to mid-thigh, black fabric with a repeating white palm/ornamental tile print, elasticated waistband with visible white drawstring bow, side pockets, straight hem.
- Overall silhouetteMid-length swim shorts worn at the waist, visible from just above the waistband to mid-thigh, straight hem across the legs.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.55 · w 0.64 · h 0.35 (high) - PatternAll-over repeating square tile print showing small stylized palm motifs and decorative borders in high-contrast white on a dark background.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.55 · w 0.64 · h 0.35 (high) - Waistband and drawstringElasticated waistband with a visible central white drawstring tied in a simple bow at the front.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.62 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high) - Side pocketRight-side (viewer left) inset pocket opening visible along the side seam; fabric of pocket matches the shorts pattern.
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (medium) - Fabric appearanceMatte woven or quick-dry fabric with no visible sheen; print edges are crisp against the dark background.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.60 · w 0.50 · h 0.25 (medium)
Other
Lifestyle studio shot showing a male model wearing the shorts with a mint-green cable-knit sweater draped over shoulders, neutral textured wall background, even directional lighting creating soft shadows, and a tall plant prop at the lower right.
- Model stylingMale model shown from head to mid-thigh with a mint-green cable-knit sweater draped over his shoulders and two layered necklaces.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.03 · w 0.60 · h 0.65 (high) - Towel/sweater propCable-knit sweater or towel in a pale mint green draped symmetrically over both shoulders and hanging down the front and back.
1 region
x 0.29 · y 0.10 · w 0.40 · h 0.50 (high) - Background textureOff-white or warm beige textured plaster wall with visible trowel marks and slight vertical seam near center.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Plant propCluster of tall narrow green leaves from a potted plant visible at the lower right edge of the image.
1 region
x 0.85 · y 0.66 · w 0.13 · h 0.31 (high) - Lighting and shadowWarm directional lighting from the right creates soft shadows on the model's body and a shadow cast on the wall to the model's right.
Colors
deep black· shorts base#0A0E13bright white· print and drawstring- Overall silhouetteMid-length swim shorts worn at the waist, visible from just above the waistband to mid-thigh, straight hem across the legs.
- 02
Product
Side-detail view of printed swim shorts showing elastic waistband with drawstring, patterned outer shell, visible inner mesh liner at hem, and a side pocket opening. A model's torso, hand, and upper thighs are partially visible and occlude the garment edges.
- Outer shell patternBlack swim-short outer fabric printed all over with a repeating white palm-tree and geometric tile motif arranged in rectangular panels.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.78 · h 0.72 (high) - Waistband and drawstringElasticized waistband with a visible tied flat drawstring in a light beige/cream color emerging from two eyelet openings at the front-left side; drawstring forms a loop and two hanging ends.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.10 · w 0.20 · h 0.24 (high) - Inner liner visibleLight gray inner liner or brief material is visible along the short hem, peeking below the outer shell on the front and inner thigh area.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.78 · w 0.50 · h 0.15 (high) - Side pocket openingVertical side pocket opening visible on the right side seam (viewer left) partially integrated into the printed fabric.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.30 · w 0.15 · h 0.30 (medium) - Small printed mark near hem“Small two-character white marking reading 'XX' positioned near the lower right front hem of the outer shell.”
1 region
x 0.74 · y 0.64 · w 0.06 · h 0.07 (medium) - Fabric finishOuter fabric appears smooth with a matte finish and no visible texture such as terry or knit; print edges are crisp.
- Visible seams and hemCurved front hem with topstitched seam visible; vertical side seam and waistband seam visible where elastic is gathered.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.12 · w 0.70 · h 0.72 (high)
Other
Cropped studio shot showing model wearing the shorts from the hip to mid-thigh against a neutral light gray background. Strong even lighting with soft shadowing; the model's right hand rests against the short's right side.
- Shot compositionCropped waist-to-thigh view framed slightly from the front-left of the model, focusing on the right-front portion of the shorts.
- BackgroundUniform light gray studio background with no visible props.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Model hand and torsoModel's right hand and forearm appear at the right edge of the frame and the model's bare torso is visible above the waistband; both partially occlude the garment edges.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.06 · w 0.26 · h 0.60 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even lighting from the front-left produces mild shadowing under the hem and at the inner thigh crease but does not conceal pattern details.
Colors
black· outer shell#0C0E0Ewhite· printbeige· drawstringlight gray· inner liner#B1B1B1- Outer shell patternBlack swim-short outer fabric printed all over with a repeating white palm-tree and geometric tile motif arranged in rectangular panels.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a pair of black swim shorts with an all-over white tile-style palm/foliage print, elastic waistband, and straight hem hitting above mid-thigh, shown on a model.
- View and fitRear-facing swim shorts worn by a model, sitting at the natural waist with the shorts' hem ending above mid-thigh.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.52 · w 0.72 · h 0.40 (high) - WaistbandElasticized waistband with visible gathered fabric around the waist; waistband follows the short's top edge without a visible external drawcord.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.48 · w 0.64 · h 0.09 (high) - Pattern layoutAll-over grid of rectangular tiles in white printed on a dark background; each tile contains a stylized palm or botanical motif and small decorative border lines creating a repeated checker of panels.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.56 · w 0.72 · h 0.34 (high) - Center back seamA vertical seam or fabric join is visible at the short's center back running from the waistband toward the hem.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.50 · w 0.10 · h 0.36 (high) - HemStraight turned hem at the leg openings with a single visible stitch line, creating a clean short-length finish.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.82 · w 0.66 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing model from the rear against a plain light gray background with even lighting and minimal shadows; image is cropped above the model's hips and below the mid-thigh.
- BackgroundUniform light gray studio background without props or visible pattern.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionCentered rear view of the model; image cropped just above the model's shoulders and includes full visible torso down to the shorts hem.
- Lighting and shadowEven, soft studio lighting with subtle shadows that reveal the model's musculature and fabric texture; no strong directional highlights.
- Model presenceMale model shown from the rear with arms relaxed at sides; head partially visible in upper right but face not shown.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.70 (high)
Colors
black· shorts base#0E0E10white· printed motif#C2C4C4- View and fitRear-facing swim shorts worn by a model, sitting at the natural waist with the shorts' hem ending above mid-thigh.
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4502487 | Fan Palm Swim Short - Black - Small | CA$49.95CA$90.00 | Yes |
| 4502488 | Fan Palm Swim Short - Black - Medium | CA$49.95CA$90.00 | Yes |
| 4502489 | Fan Palm Swim Short - Black - Large | CA$49.95CA$90.00 | Yes |
| 4502490 | Fan Palm Swim Short - Black - X-Large | CA$49.95CA$90.00 | Yes |
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Reddit Insights
2 threads · r/BuyItForLife, r/swimmingpoolsReddit users express strong satisfaction with Saxx swimwear, highlighting the comfortable and soft liner, though specific mention of the Fan Palm model is absent.
Users praise the liner comfort and overall quality of Saxx swimwear, with one stating they will only buy Saxx.
Themes
Use Cases
- Swimming
- General summer wear
Source Threads
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Have you tried SAXX brand swimwear? The liner is super soft, stretchy and ultra comfy. I will only buy swimwear from SAXX after trying them last year.
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