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The North Face Paramount Convertible Pants - Men's 32" Inseam
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The North Face Paramount Convertible Pants - Men's 32" Inseam

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Adapt your comfort to changing climate conditions with the versatile Paramount Convertible pants by The North Face.

  • Zip-off pant legs create shorts with a 7.5 in inseam; extended ankle zippers let you slip them off easily over boots
  • Abrasion-resistant nylon fabric features a Durable Water Repellent finish that causes water to bead up and roll off
  • Offers very good protection from the sun: Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UPF) of 30
  • Rear and side cargo pockets with rip-and-stick closures secure trail and travel essentials
  • Front slash pockets provide additional storage; zippered coin pocket on right side
  • Constructed waistband includes belt loops and a zippered fly; included webbing belt lets you fine-tune the fit
  • Machine washable for easy care

Please note: The North Face products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.

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Item 762163

The North Face Paramount Convertible Pants - Men's 32" Inseam Specs

Specification

Description

StyleHiking/travel
Inseam32 inches
Shorts inseam7.5 inches
Adjustable waistYes
FabricNylon
Sun-protective fabricYes

The North Face Paramount Convertible Pants - Men's 32" Inseam Customer Reviews

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The North Face Paramount Convertible Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam
 
3.0

(based on 19 reviews)

53%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (18)
  • Breathable (15)
  • Allows free movement (13)
  • Lightweight (13)
  • Durable (5)

Cons

  • Poor craftsmanship (8)

Best Uses

  • Casual wear (11)
  • Hiking (11)
  • Backpacking (5)
  • Travel (5)
  • Camping (4)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Conditioning exerciser (3), Frequent exerciser (3), Weekend warrior (3)

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Mar

8

2009

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Best Pants I've Owned

By Trail Rat

from Madison Wi

About Me Conditioning Exerciser

Site Member

Pros

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

Cons

  • Poor Craftsmanship

Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Casual Wear
  • Cold Weather
  • Hiking
  • Traveling

Comments about The North Face Paramount Convertible Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

I would have to say that these pants are the best pants that I have owned. I have used two pairs of these pants almost exclusively for the past two years and they have been excellent.
The only complaint, as I have seen others have found as well, is the rear seam. This I have had to have had sewn three times total for both pants in the past two years.
Besides this, however, I can find no other fault. The pockets are deep for traveling or hiking, large enough to hold a wallet and passport, a nice zippered pouch for coins, and a comfortable look and feel.
I intend on purchasing a few more pairs, although the ones I have still look and are working great, just in case The North Face decides to discontinue these.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED by myself!

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

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Feb

20

2009

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

I love these pants.

By Chandman

from Las Cruces, NM

About Me Occasional Exerciser

Site Member

Pros

  • Allows Free Movement
  • A lot of storage
  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Durable
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Fabric Shrinks

Best Uses

  • Camping
  • Casual Wear
  • Hiking

Comments about The North Face Paramount Convertible Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

I own two pair of these pants, learned quickly with the first pair to NEVER dry these pants in a dryer, even on low heat, fortunately they didn't shrink too much and after some use stretched back out. I've owned one pair for two years and wear them at least once a week (sometimes more) and have gone on every camping/hiking trip I've made and I haven't had any of the quality issues that I've read here, these pants are just as tough as denim jeans, but they're light and will fit in a small area in a pack. I love 'em and will buy more.

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

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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May

9

2008

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Best pants I own

By Scott the REI Customer

from US

Pros

  • Allows Free Movement
  • Breathable
  • Comfortable
  • Lightweight

Cons

  • Not as durable

Best Uses

    Comments about The North Face Paramount Convertible Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

    I own two pairs of these pants. They fit very well and dry extremely quickly I usually only take 1 pair with me on a weekend camping trip, since if I fall in the river, I know I can dry these pants in about 20 minutes. They are also fairly stylish and I sometimes wear them out. They're very comfortable and I love wearing them around the house. My only problem is that the seams on the crotch seem to be coming loose (after wearing them a total of about 3 days on a backpacking trip). They haven't fallen apart, but it concerns me that the pants may split after another couple weeks of use. The fabric also seems to change after washing a bit, and they "pill up" slightly. I still love wearing them though.

    • 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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    Jan

    8

    2009

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    Waist snap pulled out.

    By rayw

    from Gig Harbor, WA

    About Me Frequent Exerciser

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Allows Free Movement
    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • Lightweight
    • Warm

    Cons

    • Poor Craftsmanship

    Best Uses

    • Casual Wear

    Comments about The North Face Paramount Convertible Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

    Second complaint on the same pair of pants. After sewing up the butt seam, now the waist snap has pulled out. For[$], this is a very poor product. A joke.

    • Gift:
    • No

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

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Dec

    3

    2008

    (1 of 13 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    I will NEVER buy Noth Face again!

    By eriepaddler

    from Lorain, Ohio

    About Me Conditioning Exerciser

    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Comfortable

    Cons

    • Poor Craftsmanship

    Best Uses

    • Hiking/Backpacking

    Comments about The North Face Paramount Convertible Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

    ...

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

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

    (1 of 13 customers found this review helpful)

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    Jul

    14

    2008

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    Nope

    By RJ THE FJ

    from Denver, CO

    About Me Weekend Warrior

    Site Member

    Pros

    • None

    Cons

    • Poor Craftsmanship

    Best Uses

    • Casual Wear

    Comments about The North Face Paramount Convertible Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

    I had a pair for 6 Mo. Lots of abrasion wear and the seat ripped out. My REI brand Convertibles seem to be more durable... NF was very friendly and offered to repair them.

    • Fit:
    • Feels true to size

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

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Jul

    2

    2008

    (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    Crotch seam tore on two pairs

    By TX Ciclista

    from Fort Worth, TX

    About Me Rarely Workout

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Allows Free Movement
    • Comfortable
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Poor Craftsmanship

    Best Uses

    • Casual Wear

    Comments about The North Face Paramount Convertible Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

    I bought thse because I could wear them to work as pants them take the legs off for the weekend. I figured "North Face has a reputation for quality" and that the pants would last for years. Wrong. Shortly after the warranty was up, the crotch seam in both pants started to come undone. It's not noticeable so I can still wear them, but I'm terribly disappointed. I've *never* had a pair of pants do this to me.

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

    (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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    May

    31

    2008

    (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    Not so good anymore

    By bryantp

    from Tokyo and Denver

    About Me Gym Rat

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Allows Free Movement
    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Poor Craftsmanship
    • Seat keeps tearing out

    Best Uses

    • Casual Wear

    Comments about The North Face Paramount Convertible Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

    Used to be my favorite but quality has slipped a lot. Seat keeps tearing out. Now looking for a substitute.

    • Fit:
    • Feels true to size

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

    (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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    May

    7

    2008

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Versitle Pants

    By partimebiker

    from Salem, OR

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Allows Free Movement
    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • Cool Wet Weather
    • Durable
    • Versatile

    Cons

    • Shrink in the length

    Best Uses

    • Casual Wear
    • Cool Wet Weather
    • Hiking backpacking
    • Sports
    • Travel
    • Warm Weather

    Comments about The North Face Paramount Convertible Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

    Very good hiking pants in warm weather but I also wore them while it was snowing with temps at the freezing line and they kept me comfortable. I wouldn't hesitate to wear them cross-country skiing in much colder weather with a good base layer. Plenty of pockets and things like keys, wallets, and pocket trash stay secure due to good pocket closures. Good fabric and construction for outdoor use. These pants also pack nicely for travel.

    Only thing I'd improve is to move the cargo pockets along the sides of the thighs instead of towards the front (I cram my cargo pockets when hiking and find it annoying to walk when the pockets are loaded just above my knees. Also, the drier shrunk a little length and some circumfrance in the thighs but REI exchanged them for another pair and I'll either air dry from now on or use more caution in keeping the drier temp cool.

    • Fit:
    • Feels true to size

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    May

    7

    2008

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Nice Pants

    By Underdog

    from Raleigh, NC

    About Me Weekend Warrior

    Site Member

    Pros

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

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Running

      Comments about The North Face Paramount Convertible Pants - Men's 32'' Inseam:

      I loved these things. Great pants if you start out your hike in the cool morning and need shorts about midday. They aren't lined, so don't think that these will keep you warm in temps under 40, but they definitely keep the wind off of you when you're stuck on top of the mountain. Plenty of pockets and nice 1/4 zip on the bottom of the legs.

      • Fit:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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