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5 Reasons Hard Working Men Are Switching to These Natural Gym Shorts
Your gym shorts are petroleum plastic. Here's why that matters and what to wear instead.
Fabric
Toxic Chemicals
Breathability, Sweat Wicking & Odor Resistance
Microplastic Exposure
100% organic cotton +
100% Merino wool
None - 3rd party tested + OEKO-TEX Certified
Naturally breathable, Merino wicks sweat & fights odor
Protects from Microplastics
"The Other Guys"
100% Plastic (polyester, nylon, spandex)
Often contains high levels of BPA, Phlates and PFAs
Polyester traps heat, sweat & odor causing bacteria
Loaded with Microplastics
Once you see the comparison, the choice is obviouss.
1. Made of 100% natural fibers - not plastic synthetics
Most “performance” shorts are made from plastic. Ryker shorts are made from organic cotton and Merino wool, no plastic-based fabrics. You spend thousands on supplements, recovery, and clean food. Why sweat in plastic?
2. Third Party Tested - No Toxic Hormone Disruptors
Big Brand plastic fabrics often contain endocrine disruptors like BPA and PFAs - these chemicals have been shown to impact testosterone and fertility.
Not Ryker. We're third party tested - absolutely ZERO BPA, PFAS or Phthalates. See our full lab test here.
3. The Merino Liner Keeps You Cool, Dry, and Stink-Free All Day.
Merino wool wicks moisture away more effectively than polyester. It's also naturally antimicrobial, which means it controls odor.
The result: no clammy feeling and no stink after a hard session. Wear them for a two-hour workout, and then again the next day. They'll still be fresh.
4. Fits just like big brands. Without the plastic.
Same athletic cut and range of motion as any big brand short. Full stretch for squats, deadlifts, climbing, whatever you throw at them.
These aren't flimsy 'health product' shorts — they're built for real training and real work.
5. Protects from Microplastics & Toxins
Natural fabrics & 3rd party non-toxic test results means you're protecting yourself from the microplastics & toxins found in traditional activewear.
Because you shouldn't be wearing toxic plastic.
Natural Fiber Gym Shorts With A Compression Liner
The Apex Short - (100% Organic Cotton + 100% Merino Wool Liner)
100% organic cotton outer short + 100% organic Merino wool liner
Organic cotton from GOTS-certified sources + fabrics from OEKO-TEX certified partners
Fits just like Lululemon shorts
Naturally stretchy, temperature regulating and odor resistant
$66.00
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Description
- 100% organic cotton outer short + 100% organic Merino wool liner
- Organic cotton from GOTS-certified sources
- OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified fabrics & dyes
- Our fabrics are 3rd party tested BPA, PFAS and phthalate free - see report here
- Our Merino wool is not superwashed - it's processed using an organic, plastic-free treatment - learn more here
Enough with the polyester shorts with the toxic liners. Switch to Apex shorts made with natural fibers.
Guaranteed to be the most comfortable gym short you've ever worn.
Size Chart
Runs small - we recommend sizing up!
Materials and Care
Shorts: 100% Organic Cotton
Liner: 100% Organic Merino Wool
Care Instructions: Machine wash on cold with gentlest setting available. Wool specific setting if possible. Gentle washing avoids felting and shrinking.
Lay flat to dry. Do not tumble dry.
Wash only when needed - Merino naturally avoids odor, meaning less washing is needed!
Shipping & Returns
FREE Shipping on orders $150+.
If you don't love it, return it (unused) in 90 days for a full refund.
Care Instructions
Cold wash & hang to dry.
Great product!
Been eliminating plastic as much as possible and just started with doing the same with my activewear. Came across these Ryker shorts and not disappointed at all. Sized up one size as recommend to a large as I normally wear medium and the fit is great. The quality also surprised me as I wasn’t expecting much due to these being organic cotton, but they seem pretty durable. I prefer these over my Nero ones as well. Quality on these seem to be better.
Just try them once and you won’t look any further. Hands down, the apex shorts are the most comfortable shorts I’ve ever worn. They’re great for workouts, lounging, sleeping.. honestly, I have a hard time not wearing these everywhere!! I was looking for something without synthetic materials and just assumed I’d be sacrificing health for comfort. The reviews are spot on. The merino wool Ryker uses does not itch at all!!
This is the second occasion I have worn them, and unfortunately, the zipper on the side pocket has already broken. They are exceptionally comfortable, and I am hopeful that this is an isolated incident. I will likely consider purchasing another pair. Regrettably, due to having worn them, they are no longer eligible for return.
Wildly comfortable. I haven't noticed any increase in temperature (compared to other shorts/underwear) when I work out with them. Super happy especially because they are free from plastics and toxins. Trying to transition all my underwear and workout apparel to these slowly since they are a premium price.
Certified & Lab Tested
Our products use certified materials & 3rd party tests to guarantee our gear is free of harmful chemicals.
GOTS Certified Organic Cotton
Grown without pesticides or harmful chemicals, our cotton is safer for your skin and better for the planet.
OEKO-TEX Certified Materials & Dyes
Our facilities only use OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified materials - to avoid the toxins found in traditional apparel.
Third Party Lab Tested
Completely free of BPA, PFAS ("forever chemicals"), and phthalates - so you can trust you're safe.
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Why First Responders and Tradesmen Are Switching...
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Daniel D.
HVAC Technician
Texas
Gym shorts that aren't made of garbage.
"Heard about polyester being plastic on a podcast. Read about the chemicals and the microplastic. No reason to be wearing it. Tried Ryker and they're legit. 100% natural fabrics, they hold up, and the Merino liner handles sweat way better than any synthetic I've worn. Bought two more pairs."
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Eric W.
Fire Captain
Colorado
Comfortable, tough, and no plastic chemicals against my skin.
"I'm in activewear all day — training, on shift, at the gym. When I found out polyester is literally petroleum plastic with BPA and forever chemicals, I switched. These fit great, last well, and I'm not absorbing chemicals through my skin for 12 hours a day. That matters."
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Jeremy L.
Law Enforcement
Texas
Got two kids. Started paying attention to what's in everything.
"My wife started us on organic food a few years back. Then I started looking into what else we're exposed to — and found out my gym shorts are made of plastic shedding chemicals onto my skin. Switched to Ryker. They're comfortable, they last, and I'm not absorbing BPA for two hours a day. Simple."
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do these compare to synthetic brands like Lulu?
Our shorts fit & perform exactly like your Lulus - same athletic cut & range of motion. We've also meticulously designed them with a specialized knit & weave to give them stretch without elastane blends.
The difference is what they're made of. Big brands are made of polyester & nylon (petroleum based plastic). We use 100% organic cotton & Merino wool.
Same fit and function, zero plastic fabrics, zero endocrine disruptors. Most customers who switch tell us the merino liner actually handles moisture and odor better than any synthetic they've worn.
What's the science behind the harms of polyester?
We get it - health claims can often feel like noise. But here's what the research actually shows: peer-reviewed studies have linked polyester undergarments to reduced sperm count, and independent testing has found BPA levels in major activewear brands at up to 40x the legal safety limit. PFAS - classified as 'forever chemicals' by the EPA — are commonly used in moisture-wicking treatments on synthetic fabrics.
Chemicals like BPA and PFAS have been shown to be endocrine disruptors that can impact testosterone and fertility - even at small levels of exposure.
This is why we publish our third-party lab results showing zero BPA, zero PFAS, and zero phthalates in our gear. You can view them here.
Why is it $99?
Organic cotton and merino wool cost substantially more than petroleum-based polyester — because they're not derived from plastic.
Most premium activewear brands charge $70-100 for shorts made from materials that cost a fraction of what ours do. We charge $99 for shorts made from certified organic, independently lab-tested natural fibers. Most of our customers spend more than $99/month on supplements alone. Our shorts are a one-time investment in removing a daily source of endocrine disruptor exposure.
We're proud that we're still priced competitively to premium brands like Lululemon, Vuori, and Rhone - despite using high quality, 100% natural materials.
What size should I get / will your products shrink?
We almost recommend customers "size up" from whatever they wear in synthetic brands. For example, if you're a medium in Lulu shorts, opt for a large in Ryker.
This is because our gear tends to run a bit small + shrinks ~5% in the wash. This is inherent to a high quality natural fiber.
"Pre-shrunk" cotton is often treated with harmful chemicals to make it that way - and that's not what we're about.
We always recommend washing on the most gentle setting available + laying flat to dry to reduce shrinkage.
What's the return policy?
90-day returns on unworn products. No questions asked. We want you to be confident in the purchase, and we stand behind the product. If it doesn't work for you, send it back.
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