REI Co-op Sahara Bermuda Women's Score Card — The Feather & Arrow Collective
REI Co-op Sahara Bermuda Women's
Gear Score Card
Date: July 2026
Overall Rating
8.6
out of 10.0
Weight
238g (women's medium)
Available Sizes
Women's: XS–3XL
Performance Scores
Weight
8.2At 238g in a women's medium, the Sahara Bermuda is 18% above the category average of 202g — the heaviest short in the women's evaluation, reflecting its longer bermuda-length coverage.
Coverage
9.6Best-in-test coverage in the women's evaluation. Bermuda-length inseam provides maximum sun protection and comfort for long trail days, travel, and desert hiking.
Sun Protection
9.4UPF 50+ construction provides excellent UV protection across the full coverage area. Preferred for exposed high-altitude and desert terrain.
Comfort & Fit
9.1Women's-specific patterning with relaxed bermuda fit provides all-day comfort on long trail days. Elastic waistband with drawcord delivers a secure, adjustable fit.
Pocket Storage
9.3Best-in-test pocket configuration in the women's evaluation. Multiple pockets including zippered security pockets — ideal for travel and day hikes.
Durability
9.0REI Co-op nylon construction offers reliable durability for sustained trail and travel use. Reinforced stress points hold up well under regular use.
Value
9.1Strong value for a UPF 50+ bermuda short with best-in-test coverage and pocket storage. REI Co-op member pricing improves value further.
Versatility
9.0Bermuda length and clean aesthetic transition well from trail to town and travel. Most versatile coverage option in the women's evaluation.
Technical Specifications
Expert Verdict
The REI Co-op Sahara Bermuda Women's delivers best-in-test coverage and the strongest pocket configuration in the women's evaluation. The bermuda-length inseam provides maximum sun protection and comfort for long trail days, desert hiking, and travel — preferred by women who want more coverage than standard shorts. At 238 grams, it is the heaviest short evaluated, but the UPF 50+ construction, best-in-test pocket storage, and strong REI Co-op value make it the definitive choice for coverage-focused hikers.
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Data Sources: All specifications, weights, and performance data are sourced exclusively from manufacturer published specifications, technical documentation, and peer-reviewed materials science research. No independent physical testing was conducted. Scores reflect comparative analysis of manufacturer data relative to category averages.