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Not only are they adored by hikers, but everyone from nurses to retail workers are incorporating them into their wardrobe.
The women’s pants are available in 18 colors in sizes XS–3XL, and the men’s version is available in three colors in sizes XS–3XL. (Note: for the women’s pants, a number of reviewers suggest sizing up.)
Each has deep zippered pockets so you can stash your phone and other hefty items comfortably, then zip them right up to ensure they’re extra secure. (The women’s version has two pockets at the side and one at the back, and the men’s version has two at the side and back.) As someone who has been unwillingly subjected to women’s pants with either no pockets or insultingly small, shallow pockets, this is nothing short of awesome.
They’re also highly durable, with one reviewer mentioning their pair got caught on an aluminum decking during a construction job, and their pants not only didn't rip, but they also didn't even snag. Okay, I’m listening.
According to reviewers, they’re the perfect pants to pack for travel since you can roll them up super tight, using up almost no room in your luggage.
The adjustable drawstring waist will help these fit even if you’re feeling bloated or have some fluctuations in weight. And strikingly, folks of all body types love them, including tall, petite, and plus-size reviewers.
One reviewer’s adult son was so impressed by her pair that he asked if they made them in men’s. Luckily for him, they do.
And finally, reviewers say they also do a great job protecting against mosquitoes.
These pants are exactly what I’ve been looking for, so I’ll be stocking up on a pair or two, too.
“I wore these pants daily on an 8-day backcountry canoe trip for which I wanted good sun coverage. They held up great! They dried quickly (important on a canoe trip) and breathed well. I’m as happy with them as I would have been with a pair of pants from REI, which were all $50+ more expensive. Zipper pockets were nice ― particularly enjoyed the thigh pocket, which fit a standard iPhone + small map and fun-size candy and was accessible while seated in the boat. For sizing reference, I’m 5′3″ and 125ish lbs, and a small worked well and still had room for me to slip a pair of long underwear under on our coldest day.” —Ana
“Love this pants! They can be dressed up or dressed down. They are wrinkle-free and lightweight, contain four different zippered pockets, and the drawstrings at the ankles can be pulled or not pulled, depending on if you want a jogger/hiker pant look or causal pants look. These are super comfortable — I ordered two pairs and loved them so much that I immediately went online and ordered two more pairs in different colors. They fit true to size — I’m 5'11" and approximately 113 pounds — an XS fit me perfectly with a nice loose fit. Highly recommend these. I think they’d also be great for travel — they are so lightweight they would not take up much room at all in a carry-on bag.” —Lucy Van Der Laan
“I am 67 years old and love to garden. I wear these pants for sun protection along with a white long-sleeved crew neck. They have worked great, and I do not overheat in them. The fabric is lightweight and breathable.” —Smartlady