Wholesale Pocket Shorts for Outdoor, Athletic & Workwear Programs
Simplstc Apparel carries wholesale pocket shorts — a utility-first shorts category that puts functional storage alongside athletic construction. Pocket shorts range from 5-pocket golf shorts and 6-pocket cargo shorts for outdoor and workwear programs to running shorts with phone pockets and zip-pocket performance styles for active athletic programs. If your program carries phones, tools, or gear during activity, pocket shorts solve what standard drawstring athletic shorts can't.
Wholesale pocket shorts programs serve golf tournament organizers, outdoor recreation and field programs, construction and workwear businesses, fishing and hunting brands, running clubs and triathlon programs, cycling studios, fitness brands, and lifestyle retail collections where functional storage is a non-negotiable requirement.
Browse parent category Wholesale Shorts. See also Performance Shorts and Mesh Shorts.
Wholesale Pocket Shorts by Style
5-Pocket Shorts & 5-Pocket Golf Shorts — classic 5-pocket jean-style construction in performance stretch fabric; the standard for golf programs and corporate athletic wear.
6-Pocket & Cargo Shorts — side cargo pockets plus standard pocket construction for maximum utility in outdoor work, trails, and field programs.
Running Shorts with Phone Pocket — zippered side or interior phone pocket on performance running shorts for active carry during running and training.
Bike Shorts with Phone Pocket — compression biker shorts with phone pocket for cycling programs and fitness studios.
Compression Shorts with Phone Pocket — compression liner with integrated phone pocket for triathlon, endurance, and multi-sport programs.
2-in-1 Shorts with Phone Pocket — outer performance layer plus compression liner with phone pocket; single garment for running, cycling, and multi-sport athletes.
Zip Pocket & Zipper Pocket Shorts — secure closure for keys, ID, and valuables during active programs.
Patch Pocket Shorts — applied back pocket construction for lifestyle-fashion and heritage brand programs.
Bulk Pocket Shorts for Large Orders & Program Inventory
Bulk wholesale pocket shorts programs are most common for golf tournaments and country clubs (men's 5-pocket performance golf shorts in bulk with embroidered logo), outdoor work and field crews (6-pocket cargo shorts in bulk with screen-printed company name), running clubs and fitness brands (running shorts with phone pocket in bulk for member merchandise), and retail buyers building an outdoor lifestyle shorts inventory.
Volume pricing on all bulk pocket shorts programs at Simplstc Apparel — automatic discounts at every quantity tier, no minimum on most blank styles:
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Golf tournament programs: 20–500+ men's 5-pocket performance golf shorts with embroidered logo
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Outdoor work crews: 12–200+ 6-pocket cargo shorts with screen-printed company name
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Running clubs: 12–100+ running shorts with phone pocket for member gifts or uniform programs
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Lifestyle retail buyers: assorted colors and sizes across 5-pocket and zip-pocket styles for floor inventory
For complete outdoor program uniform packages — shorts plus matching performance tops — call +1 773-245-6241 for a bundled quote.
Custom Pocket Shorts — Decorated for Brands & Programs
Custom wholesale pocket shorts are available decorated from 12 pieces with no setup fee. Pocket shorts are decorated by programs across every industry — embroidered golf club logos on 5-pocket golf shorts, screen-printed company names on cargo shorts for outdoor work crews, and DTF brand graphics on running shorts for fitness brand merchandise drops.
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Embroidery — the standard decoration for 5-pocket golf shorts and cargo shorts; company logos, club crests, and program names on left hip or right thigh placement; holds through repeated washing without distortion on woven performance fabrics
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Screen Printing — bold logos and program text on cargo shorts and outdoor work shorts; the most cost-effective option for crew identification programs at 20+ quantity
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DTF Printing — full-color brand graphics on performance pocket shorts for running clubs, cycling studios, and fitness brand retail programs
Custom pocket shorts programs are quoted with complete decoration cost included — no hidden setup fees. Call +1 773-245-6241 for a same-day quote.
Blank Pocket Shorts for Decorators & Retail Buyers
Blank wholesale pocket shorts are available for embroidery shops, screen printers, DTF decorators, and retail buyers building pocket shorts inventory for outdoor, athletic, or lifestyle programs. Unlike standard mesh and performance shorts, pocket shorts serve a more specific decorator client base — primarily golf programs, outdoor brand accounts, and workwear-adjacent businesses — and are typically ordered in lower quantities per style with higher per-unit decoration value.
Best-selling blank pocket shorts categories:
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Blank 5-pocket performance golf shorts — the most decorated pocket shorts style; embroidered logos on hip placement for golf tournament programs
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Blank cargo shorts for outdoor work programs — screen-printed company name programs for landscaping, field, and outdoor work crews
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Blank running shorts with phone pocket — fitness brand merchandise programs
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Blank zip-pocket performance shorts — endurance sports and triathlon programs
Shop all blank pocket shorts at Simplstc Apparel. For decorator-specific bulk blank pricing on any pocket shorts style, call +1 773-245-6241.
Phone Pocket Shorts Buying Guide — What to Look for
'Phone pocket' means different things on different shorts. Here's how to evaluate whether a phone pocket will actually work for your program before you commit to a bulk order:
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Pocket location. Side-seam pockets that go deep into the shorts are most secure during running. Waistband pockets distribute weight higher and can shift during activity. Interior liner pockets on 2-in-1 shorts are the most secure but require the liner to fit snugly.
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Opening width. Modern smartphones are 2.8–3.2 inches wide. The pocket opening needs a minimum of 3.3 inches to insert without forcing. Older 'phone pocket' designs were sized for pre-2015 phones — verify current phone compatibility before bulk ordering.
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Zipper vs open. Open pockets risk the phone bouncing out during running and jumping. Zippered pockets are more secure but require stopping to access. For running programs, zippered phone pockets are strongly preferred.
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Fabric stretch around the pocket. Stretchy fabric around the phone pocket allows larger phones without the pocket pulling or sagging. Rigid woven pocket fabric causes sagging if the phone is heavier than the design anticipated.
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Headphone cable access. Programs using wired earphones need a pocket design that allows cable routing from pocket to ear — waistband pockets often handle this better than side pockets.
Looking for a specific phone pocket configuration? Call +1 773-245-6241 — we'll find the right style from our wholesale pocket shorts catalog for your program.
FAQs
What types of pocket shorts does Simplstc Apparel carry?
We carry 5-pocket golf shorts, 6-pocket cargo shorts, running shorts with phone pocket, bike shorts with phone pocket, compression shorts with phone pocket, 2-in-1 shorts with phone pocket, zip pocket shorts, zipper pocket shorts, patch pocket shorts, and cargo shorts for outdoor, workwear, running, and cycling programs.
What are the best running shorts with a phone pocket?
The best running shorts with phone pocket have a deep side-seam zippered pocket (3.3+ inch opening for modern smartphones), stretchy fabric around the pocket to prevent sagging, and a secure zipper that stays closed during active running. Call +1 773-245-6241 to confirm which styles in our catalog fit your specific phone model.
Do you carry 5-pocket golf shorts in bulk?
Yes. 5-pocket performance golf shorts in stretch-fabric construction are available in bulk with custom embroidery for golf tournament programs, country club merchandise, and corporate athletic gifting. Call +1 773-245-6241 for bulk availability and pricing.
Can I get custom cargo shorts for my work crew?
Yes. Wholesale cargo shorts with screen-printed company name or embroidered logo are available from 12 pieces with no setup fee for outdoor work crews, landscaping programs, and outdoor education staff. Call +1 773-245-6241 for a same-day quote.