Critically, I can not get sufficient of those pants. At this value level, I anticipate the perfect, and I can actually say that they’ve exceeded my expectations. The million pockets (okay, eight) are tremendous helpful for storing my telephone and little doodads as I hike, climb, and go about my outside life. I like them for mountaineering. They’re breathable with out feeling (or sounding) too “swishy,” like some hiking-specific pants, and the excessive waist sits completely above my hips, so carrying them with a pack is A-plus. From the entrance, they seem like regular button-up pants, and the again has an elastic waist that ensures consolation and has but to stretch out, even after tons of washes and drying on the most well liked setting. (I do know, I do know, it is dangerous for my garments, however I do it, okay?)
I felt nervous mountain climbing in them for the primary time. CERTAINLY, they’d fail the no-snag check on the wall (most pants do, and it is fairly affordable). However nope! They appear recent because the new-fallen snow, even on the knees. And that is after in depth put on on the fitness center AND climbing exterior. Are you aware how a lot butt-scooting I did scrambling in Purple Rocks? A ton. And even the butt nonetheless seems regular. Hikerkind, think about me a fan for all times!
Promising overview: “I ordered these pants for a current journey to Chile (Patagonia). I wore them for 4 straight days in all types of climate circumstances — excessive winds, drizzle, and chilly breezes off glaciers. They carried out completely — heat, breathable, and versatile! All whereas being enticing trying, too. In my 50s I do not purchase something that does not operate nice and look nice. Having the appropriate gear lets you deal with the expertise. Thanks for getting it so proper, Hikerkind. This is not going to be my final buy. The rise is on the excessive facet, so if you’re sitting some, watch the waist measurement. I used to be grateful for the marginally looser match.” —Katie G
Get them from Hikerkind for $198 (out there in sizes XS–3XL and two colours).