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REI Sahara Convertible Pants - Men's 32" Inseam

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Keep going rain or shine! These quick-drying pants are treated to block UV rays, plus they convert to shorts—just in case the sun sticks around.

  • Quick-drying Supplex® nylon is soft, lightweight, durable and wrinkle-resistant
  • Fabric provides UPF 50+ sun protection, shielding skin from harmful ultraviolet rays
  • Hand pockets with key/coin pocket; two cargo pockets and back pockets with rip-and-stick closures
  • Left cargo pocket has separate cell phone pocket for convenience; right cargo pocket has a zippered closure for extra security
  • Both cargo pockets have grommet holes for drainage
  • Elastic waist with built-in nylon webbing belt for a secure fit
  • Gusseted crotch facilitates freedom of movement for increased comfort
  • Lower-leg side-seam zippers allow easy on/off over footwear
  • Machine wash cold, tumble dry low; do not use bleach or softeners

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Item 746908

REI Sahara Convertible Pants - Men's 32" Inseam Specs

Specification

Description

StyleZip-off pants
Inseam32 inches
Shorts inseam8.5 inches
Adjustable waistYes
FabricSupplex nylon
Sun-protective fabricYes
GenderMen's

REI Sahara Convertible Pants - Men's 32" Inseam Customer Reviews

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REI Sahara Convertible Pants - Men’s 32” Inseam
 
4.2

(based on 54 reviews)

89%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (51)
  • Lightweight (50)
  • Allows free movement (48)
  • Breathable (44)
  • Durable (34)

Cons

  • Poor craftsmanship (6)

Best Uses

  • Casual wear (33)
  • Warm weather (28)
  • Backpacking (10)
  • Hiking (10)
  • Sports (9)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Enthusiast (23), Frequent exerciser (10), Runner (6), Hiker (5), Competitive athlete (4)

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Dec

13

2008

(16 of 16 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

My Favorite Three Season Hiking Pants

By BenSSE

from Reading, PA

Pros

  • Allows Free Movement
  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Lightweight

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Base Camping
    • Hiking/Backpacking
    • Mission Trips

    Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants - Men’s 32” Inseam:

    I own over half dozen hiking pants, two of which are these, and these are my favorite for three season wear. I’ve worn these for week-long backpacking, day hikes, base camping, and a mission trip to rural India.

    Pros:
    - They are light weight.
    - They dry quickly.
    - They are very comfortable.
    - They do not pile.
    - So far, all the dirt and stains have come out in the wash, including field washing with “Campsuds.” I have gotten these seriously dirty.
    - The zippered cargo pocket is great! I can feel confident with putting my wallet and car keys in that pocket, and not worry about them falling out along the trail somewhere.
    - Having ankle zippers are great! My first pair of convertible pants lacked these, which means taking off my boots with those to put the pants legs off and on; I’ll never buy convertible pants without ankle zippers again.

    Cons:
    - On the one pair, the snap broke, which I replaced with a button, as I didn’t want to discard my favorite pants (fortunately, the belt kept my pants up on that trip).
    - There is no right/left leg indicator, so occasionally I end up trying to reattach the wrong leg bottom.
    - My wife tells me none of my convertible pants are very stylish for around town wear, but I bought these for function not style. For hiking and third world mission trips, the style is just fine.

    Mixture of Pros/Cons:
    - The zippers are light weight, and therefore less durable, but so far I have had no zipper problems.
    - It has a built in belt, which feels comfortable when wearing a pack (no rubbing). However, it means when I pack a second pair of these, I’m also packing the extra weight of that additional built in belt, and once you drop pack (or at base camp) you cannot attach your pocket knife sheath to the belt. With only one belt loop, you can’t choose to wear your own belt with these pants.

    If these would have been my first hiking pants, I would not have bought the others pairs that preceded these. Those previous pants make me appreciate these all the more.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • Fit:
    • Feels true to size

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (16 of 16 customers found this review helpful)

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    May

    6

    2008

    (7 of 21 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    Cheap Junk

    By ST0267

    from Chicago, IL

    About Me Weekend Warrior

    Pros

    • None

    Cons

    • Poor Craftsmanship

    Best Uses

    • none

    Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants - Men’s 32” Inseam:

    Went to the local REI to buy 2 pair, left with nothing. I could not unzip the legs on either of the 2 pair I tried. I tried with the pants on and off, there was no way of unzipping one leg on each pair. Of course these were made in China. REI, make a decent pair of pants in a country with quality control. People don't mind paying for quality.

    • Fit:
    • Feels true to size

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    (7 of 21 customers found this review helpful)

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    Sep

    21

    2008

    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    I keep buying these over and over

    By Chris the Scientist

    from Darwin, Australia

    About Me Frequent Exerciser

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Allows Free Movement
    • Comfortable
    • Durable
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Hiking

      Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants - Men’s 32” Inseam:

      I do field work in tropical Australia and I've had at least 3 pairs of these over the last several years. The climate here puts everything through the ringer, and these pants have stood their ground better than most. They're light enough for hot, muggy nights chasing frogs around the rainforest, and durable enough to last through a lot of trips through the bush.

      I've had some problems from time to time with the zippers, but nothing fatal. Also, would be nice to have some indication on the legs about which is which for easier reattachment.

      My most recent pair just gave out after about 2 years (the leg of the shorts split), but that was after hard use on 3 different continents. No worries recommending these as I just ordered another pair.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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      Dec

      27

      2007

      (6 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

       
      1.0

      Zipper and button problems

      By CanoeMan

      from Northern Michigan

      About Me Gym Rat

      Pros

      • Allows Free Movement
      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • Poor Craftsmanship

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Warm Weather

      Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants - Men’s 32” Inseam:

      I have had several pairs of these pants, but my last, a 2007 Christmas gift, will be the last pair. I have had a zipper fail in 16 months and when I went to put on my new pair Christmas night the button above the zipper was detached (broken), so I could not even try them on for fit! This used to be a good product back in the late 90's, but I will look for a higher quality product for my next purchase.

      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

      (6 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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      Nov

      23

      2007

      (5 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

       
      3.0

      Zipper problems

      By bryantp

      from Tokyo and Colorado

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Allows Free Movement
      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • Zipper problems

      Best Uses

      • Casual Wear
      • Running
      • Sports
      • Travel
      • Warm Weather

      Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants - Men’s 32” Inseam:

      Taking mine back. Front zipper keeps opening. Apparently, these have a variety of zipper problems. Otherwise, nice pants. Hope they fixed them.

      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

      (5 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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      Jan

      6

      2009

      (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Lightweight and convienent.

      By sacred

      from Knoxville, TN

      About Me Frequent Exerciser

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • Restricts Movement
      • Shorts section too short

      Best Uses

      • Hiking/Backpacking
      • Warm Weather

      Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants - Men’s 32” Inseam:

      I have worn this for my daily wear and it is my staple pack pants. Some drawbacks are that the shorts section is to short. This is not flattering for guys. Maybe in the 70's but not today. Other than that I love these pants. They have held up to some moderate hiking wear and are great on a hot day. They breath very well. It might also be beneficial to make the ankle section slightly wide so it can fit over the boots.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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      Mar

      27

      2009

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Very comfortable

      By johnnelia

      from Pittsburg, ca

      About Me Frequent Exerciser

      Site Member

      Pros

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

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Hiking

        Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants - Men’s 32” Inseam:

        Excelent pair of pants...just got back from a hike today and the pants performed wonderfully. Best pair of hiking pants i've had.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • Fit:
        • Feels true to size

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Aug

        25

        2008

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        3.0

        Bad zippers

        By The Adventurous1

        from Colorado

        About Me Weekend Warrior

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Allows Free Movement
        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Lightweight

        Cons

        • Poor Craftsmanship

        Best Uses

          Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants - Men’s 32” Inseam:

          I have 3 pairs of these pants and have been wearing them for a couple of years. I've got two different model years. They are great pants, very comfortable and dry quick. I wear them around town and on serious hikes. My only issue with these pants are the zippers. On the first pair the crotch zipper tap broke off. On the second pair, the leg zipper broke. And finally, on the third pair, the zipper on the cargo pocket is somehow jammed closed. REI needs to upgrade to better zippers. I love these pants and this is so frustrating! Sending them back again...to get replacements.

          • Fit:
          • Feels true to size

          Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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          Feb

          12

          2009

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Worth the Money

          By skhunt

          from Augusta, GA

          About Me Frequent Exerciser

          Pros

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

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Casual Wear

            Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants - Men’s 32” Inseam:

            This is my second pair, these pants are very comfortable. I highly recommend.

            • Gift:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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            Oct

            19

            2008

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            Great pants.

            By Jimmy R.

            from Kentucky

            Pros

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

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Casual Wear
              • Hiking

              Comments about REI Sahara Convertible Pants - Men’s 32” Inseam:

              Good, durable pant from REI. These are my favorite pants to hike in, with my North Face cargos being a close second. These pants have all you could ask for when it comes to hiking/climbing attire. The only thing that I can find to complain about is that there is only 1 beltloop. Although there is a built-in belt, I would still like the option of wearing an exterior one to hold a field knife.

              • Gift:
              • No
              • Fit:
              • Feels true to size

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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