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    REI Sahara Convertible Pants with No-Sit Zips - Women's Petite

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    The REI Sahara Convertible petite-size pants with No-Sit Zips feature an innovative design that makes converting from pants to shorts and back again easier than ever before!

    • Side zippers run the full length of the lower legs; together with thigh zippers they allow quick conversions without having to sit down
    • They also preclude the need to slip lower legs sections over messy boots when converting from pants to shorts along a muddy trail
    • Color-coded thigh zippers help you easily tell the right leg from the left leg when converting back to pants
    • Lightweight nylon faille fabric dries quickly, resists pilling and is easy to pack away in a backpack
    • Fabric is treated with a Durable Water Repellent finish to repel moisture and stains
    • With a UPF 50+ rating, fabric provides excellent protection against harmful ultraviolet rays
    • Flat front waist flatters and smooths the figure; includes snap closure, belt loops and a removable webbing belt
    • Mesh pockets bags enhance ventilation and allow water to drain
    • Gusseted crotch facilitates freedom of movement for increased comfort
    • Topstitching throughout flattens seams and reduces abrasion
    • Front angle-entry pockets; right side has a hidden zip pocket inside
    • Zippered back pockets; pleated patch flap cargo pockets with bellows provide roomy storage space
    • Articulated knees provides a comfortable fit
    • Sahara petite pants feature a relaxed, easy fit

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    REI Sahara Convertible Pants with No-Sit Zips - Women's Petite Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Hiking
    Nylon / nylon blend
    Nylon
    Yes
    No
    No
    Yes
    Yes
    Yes
    High
    No
    29.5 inches
    7 inches
    Women's
    Fabric type
    Fabric
    Sun-protective fabric
    Waterproof
    Moisture wicking
    Quick drying
    Side cargo pockets
    Convertible
    Pant rise
    Insulated
    Inseam (in.)
    Shorts inseam (in.)
    Gender

    REI Sahara Convertible Pants with No-Sit Zips - Women's Petite Customer Reviews

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    REI Sahara Convertible Pants with No-Sit Zips - Women's Petite
     
    3.5

    (based on 35 reviews)

    66%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Lightweight (27)
    • Allows free movement (23)
    • Comfortable (22)
    • Breathable (21)
    • Durable (12)

    Cons

    • Too long (14)
    • Poor fit (6)

    Best Uses

    • Casual wear (11)
    • Hiking (11)
    • Sports (5)
    • Camping (3)
      • Fit:
      • Feels too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        62% 

        (18 reviews)

        Feels too big

         
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual/ recreational (21), Enthusiast (8), Gym rat (4)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (33)

    Reviewed by 35 customers

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    4.0

    Fits the bill

    By Michele NW

    from Seattle, WA

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    See all my reviews

    Verified Buyer
    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Camping
      • Hiking

      Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants with No-Sit Zips - Women's Petite:

      These pants are comfortable and have held up on day hikes as well as backpack trip. The belt is unnecessary but I suppose it's nice for those that might need it. I'm happy with this product and have purchased a second pair for multi-day trips.

      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Comment on this review

       
      4.0

      Great pants, but not petite

      By somecraziness

      from Florida

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      See all my reviews

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • Too Long

      Best Uses

      • Camping

      Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants with No-Sit Zips - Women's Petite:

      I just got these and love them, but I agree with others that they are not petite. Luckily I'm just about 5'5", so they are alright with shoes on. The fit is good. I'm an 8/10 with a bit of fluctuation and the 10 fits me great when sitting them a bit below my natural waistline. Some don't like the fit, but I'm more athletic and not curvy, so I think they're great.

      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Comment on this review

       
      4.0

      Great pants

      By Galscorpio

      from Seattle Wa

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      See all my reviews

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Allows Free Movement
      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Durable
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Casual Wear
        • Hiking backpacking

        Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants with No-Sit Zips - Women's Petite:

        I love these pants. I'm 5'1 and a thick size 6...in other words, I've got a big butt, big hips, big thighs and big calves but a tiny waist and these pants are awesome too hike in.
        I hate when my hiking pants get pushed down by my pack when I'm on the trail and I don't want to squat down and feel like I'm going to bust the thigh seams, I have neither issue with these pants. I like the velcro pockets and length is just right for me... I have the khaki and the shale but an olive color would be nice as well...

        • Fit:
        • Feels true to size
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Comment on this review

         
        2.0

        weird fit!

        By LMS

        from AZ

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

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        Site Member

        Pros

          Cons

          • Poor Fit

          Best Uses

            Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants with No-Sit Zips - Women's Petite:

            What are they thinking? Billowing around the ankles and calves, tight in the thighs. a lot of athletic women have thick thighs, but who has ankles like an elephant? I'm pretty sure that's a medical condition... I hate to have to buy men's pants, but I think that's what it's coming to. They may not be flattering, but at least they won't tourniquet my thighs...

            • Fit:
            • Feels too small
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Comment on this review

            (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

             
            1.0

            Not Petite Length

            By Tee Bee

            from Pocono Mts. PA

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            See all my reviews

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Allows Free Movement
            • Breathable
            • Lightweight

            Cons

            • Too Long

            Best Uses

            • Casual Wear

            Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants with No-Sit Zips - Women's Petite:

            I bought these for backpacking.They have some nice features- the fabric is attractive- lightweight and quick-drying. Nice pockets. The fit was generous in the waist and seat- I could have lived with that since I like a thermal layer in cold weather. The deal-breaker ended like it always does for those of us who are short: the length was not petite! I am 5' and need a 27-28" inseam. These were 30" and dragging on the ground! I should have read all of the reviews on these pants. Alot of people complained about the length.REI really needs to reassess what they call "Petite". Sadly, I have sent these back.

            • Fit:
            • Feels too big
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

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            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            I love these pants!

            By High Desert Artist

            from Terrebonne

            About Me Avid Athlete

            See all my reviews

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Allows Free Movement
            • Breathable
            • Comfortable
            • Lightweight

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Hiking

              Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants with No-Sit Zips - Women's Petite:

              I just bought my second pair of these pants. I love the roomy fit, yes, they are loose, BUT on a recent trip to the Mohave desert I experienced both heavy now and high 90's heatr. In the former there was room for a pair of Patagonia fleece tights underneath, and in the latter, I appreciated the air movement the roomy fit provided. Just bought a 3rd pair for my husbands birthday present. And thanks REI for the petitie sizes!

              • Fit:
              • Feels true to size
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

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              5.0

              Great rain gear for camping/backpacking

              By Nuannaarpoq

              from Charlotte, NC

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              See all my reviews

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Breathable
              • Durable
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Casual Wear

                Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants with No-Sit Zips - Women's Petite:

                Great product. I am very happy with it!

                • Fit:
                • Feels true to size
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                Comment on this review

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Nice pants

                By Darbymom

                from Pittsburgh, PA

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                See all my reviews

                Verified Buyer
                Site Member

                Pros

                • Breathable
                • Lightweight

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Sports

                  Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants with No-Sit Zips - Women's Petite:

                  Nice pants. Like the zip off bottoms. A little snug in the upper thigh, but I have heavier thigh; so they are OK for ladies with heavier legs.

                  • Fit:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

                  Comment on this review

                  (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  4.0

                  Close to Perfection!

                  By Bond Girl

                  from Franklin, TN

                  About Me Gym Rat

                  See all my reviews

                  Pros

                  • Allows Free Movement
                  • Breathable
                  • Comfortable
                  • Durable
                  • Lightweight
                  • Stylish

                  Cons

                  • Would Like "olive" Too
                  • Would Like Permethrin On

                  Best Uses

                  • Casual Wear
                  • Gym
                  • Safari Outdoor Adventure

                  Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants with No-Sit Zips - Women's Petite:

                  I love the way these cute pants fit! Bought them for safari in Tanzania. Bought 2 pairs in khaki, but would also like them if the color "olive" was a choice. They make them in a charcoal but they may be too hot in the 92-94 degrees African sun. One great suggestion, too, would be to make them with Permethrin "bug-off" in the fibers. That would be of great advantage to me on safari and for anyone who camps, hikes, fishes, or mountain climbs. Because of this, I've bought Permethrin spray and will apply it to my " NON-bugs-off clothes" before we go. I'm not normally a petite, but the 10 petite does fit me especially wonderfully in the length. Because of the zippers down each leg to the bottom, there would be no way for me to hem them if I'd bought the regulars. Love the convertible zip-off legs above the knee for shorts. All in all, I'm excited to wear them on safari when I go very soon:-). I can write an update later!

                  • Fit:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

                  Comment on this review

                  (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  4.0

                  Good Product

                  By Walker12

                  from Buffalo Center IA

                  About Me Casual/ Recreational

                  See all my reviews

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                        Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants with No-Sit Zips - Women's Petite:

                        great product

                        • Fit:
                        • Feels true to size
                        • Was this a gift?:
                        • No

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