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$REI Taku Pants - Men\'s - 34" Inseam$

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REI Taku Pants - Men's - 34" Inseam

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The REI Taku pants, in a 34 in. inseam, are a versatile option for your backcountry pursuits. Waterproof, breathable stretch fabric provides the ultimate in comfort and the ultimate in protection.

A great selection for aerobic activities in cold conditions when you may encounter windy, wet weather; think alpine touring, climbing, snowshoeing and spring skiing
Seam-taped, breathable 3-layer REI Elements® laminate blocks rain and winds to 60 mph; high-wear areas are reinforced to resist abrasion
4-way stretch fabrics, articulated knees, gusseted crotch and athletic fit enhance freedom of movement
Internal back elastic belt adjusts waist circumference with shaped rip-and-stick tabs; zip fly and snap closure
Soft, brushed tricot waistband lining wicks moisture away from body
Thigh vents allow air movement and help regulate body temperature
Lower leg zippers with 3 in. wide gussets fit easily over footwear; hem drawcords cinch the fit
2 hand pockets feature welded, water-resistant zippers; rear pocket has flap closure

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REI Taku Pants - Men's - 34" Inseam Customer Reviews

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REI Taku Pants - Men's - 34" Inseam

4.6

(based on 9 reviews)

89%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Breathable (7)
Comfortable (5)
Durable (4)
Good size/fit (4)
High-quality material and stitching (3)

Cons

Best Uses

Casual wear (5)
Freezing conditions (4)
Travel (4)
Backpacking (3)
Camping (3)

- Sizing:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  100%
  (3 reviews)
  Feels too large
- Waist:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  80%
  (4 reviews)
  Feels too big
- Length:
- Feels too short
  
  Feels true to length
  
  60%
  (3 reviews)
  Feels too long

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (5)

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 9 customers

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Dec

2009

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great Looks, Flawless Performance!

By SMRG

from Warrenton, VA USA

About Me Outdoor Professional

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Pros

Breathable
Durable
Good Fit
Lightweight
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Fitness
Freezing Conditions
Humid Weather
SAR
Travel
Wet Weather

Comments about REI Taku Pants - Men's - 34" Inseam:

Nine months ago, I made the following 'review' somewhere; I can't recall the website.

"I've worn this jacket every day since I purchased it two months ago, it's been run in, hiked in, backpacked in, and slept in. It's been rained on, poured on, snowed on, stepped on (kids don't respect anything) and yes, showered on (I had owned my gear for almost a week; I couldn't wait any longer for it to rain!). Last weekend I attended a Search and Rescue Field Exercise in the Shenandoah Mountains; it was 35 degrees and rained the whole weekend, and I had a 35lb backpack on the whole time. We spent a good part of our time walking up and down the side of the mountain performing mock 'sweep searches' through the woods, pushing through thick brush and climbing around rocks and over trees. I thought for sure that the sticker bushes would destroy something, the Taku pants (and jacket) held up incredibly well. I definitely feel that I've made a solid purchase that I will enjoy for a long time to come!"

Now that I've owned my Taku Pants (and Jacket) for about a year now; I can honestly say, overall these pants have performed flawlessly. As an avid outdoorsman and a member of a mountain search and rescue team, I have put quite a few 'miles' on these pants if you will. Whatever the weather (Rain or Snow), whatever the task (Running, Backpacking, Hiking, Search & Rescue, Casual Wear), these pants have been up to the task and have proven themselves time and time again. If I'm not wearing them (which, isn't that often lately with all the rain and snow) I take them with me wherever I go. Purchasing my Taku gear has been one of the best gear investments I've ever made.

Also, it appears that at least two 'new' versions of these pants have been released in the past year, REI is constantly improving their products and trying to make them better, and that's awesome for those of you who are reading this review. You have the opportunity to purchase 'better versions' of the already awesome product what I currently own.

Member #643
Shenandoah Mountain Rescue Group

Jan

2010

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

All purpose winter pant.

By Monkesquire

from Southern New Hampshire

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Breathable
Durable
Good Fit
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Fitness
Freezing Conditions

Comments about REI Taku Pants - Men's - 34" Inseam:

Fit great. Not baggy like alot of winter pants. Wore on a recent backpacking trip in the presidential range, New Hampshire. -18degrees with moderate winds. These pants put up with miles of snowshoeing and the coldest weather I've experienced. FLAWLESS! REI is not paying their designers enough.

Jan

2010

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Excellent all around pant

By Tornado Wolf

from Green Bay, WI

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Breathable
Durable
Effective Waterproofing
Good Fit
Lightweight
Quiet
Versatile
Very flexible

Cons

Best Uses

Freezing Conditions
Skiing
Winter camping

Comments about REI Taku Pants - Men's - 34" Inseam:

These are the best pants I believe can be had for under $200. I purchased these for use cross country skiing, hiking over rugged terrain that requires extreme leg movement/flexibility, and winter backpacking. The fit is somewhat snug, but true to size. The flexibility offered by the fabric is excellent. These pants wear like a softshell, but are waterproof. I have only used them for 15miles skiing, one three-day backpacking trip, and one dayhike, but am confident that these are well worth their price. I cannot comment on durability over extended use, but they seem to be of excellent quality.I can only note the following shortcomings...- There is no way to secure the pant to a boot. This is a feature on all the snowboarding pants I've had, and I find it very helpful when hiking through deep snow. I will be adding this feature to my pair.- There is no zipper access form the side to get through the pant at the hip. I enjoy this feature to get at any pockets under the snow pants.- umm...that's it.I am extremely satisfied with this product.

Jan

2011

4.0

Check off 'pants' on winter gear list

By Tumble

from Seattle, WA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
Waterproof

Cons

Durability

Best Uses

Winter Sports

Comments about REI Taku Pants - Men's - 34" Inseam:

I was in a pinch before a climb of Mt. Rainier when I picked these up. I've used them for mountaineering, skiing, and even cycling when it rains (ankles rolled up for cycling).

These pants can handle all weather. They are an excellent, comfortable shell, and are easy to fit. The mid-calf zipper with a button at the ankle makes fitting them snugly over your boots easy. Pull tights all around perfect the fit. My other shell gear is top shelf, brand-name, but these pants hold their own in keeping me dry all around. Seeing other much more expensive, pants, I can't imagine the benefit they could possibly give me over the Taku.

Simply put, in my winter pursuits, my pants are not an issue since I bought these.

The material is soft and strechy, and fitted over plastic boots I've already got a couple of small tears. I don't know how they'd hold up with a lot of scratching and scraping, they seem as tough as a pair of swim shorts.

Jan

2011

5.0

Did the trick five days straight

By Rich in Kenya

from Berrien Springs, MI

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Pros

Breathable
Comfortable
High-Quality Material and Stitching

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Camping
Casual Wear
Hiking
Travel

Comments about REI Taku Pants - Men's - 34" Inseam:

The Taku pants kept me comfortable and dry on a 5 day backpacking trip on Mt. Kenya. The zip vents kept me cool Velcro/elastic waist band adjusted easily to accommodated under-layers. If you want all-weather pants that are comfortable, you can't do better than the Taku. I only wish they had heavy duty fabric at the knees and ankles and maybe seat. So far, no holes or wear apparent. But I would feel better if the high wear areas were reinforced.

Jan

2011

5.0

Did the trick five days straight

By Rich in Kenya

from Nairobi, Kenya

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Pros

Comfortable
High-Quality Material and Stitching

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Camping
Casual Wear
Hiking

Comments about REI Taku Pants - Men's - 34" Inseam:

Bought these pants when I was in the U.S. over the summer. Used them on a 5 day backpacking trip up Mt. Kenya. I wore them almost continuously. They were comfortable and dry. Kept out water and wind. After a hard trip they still seem like new. Will they do the trick trip after trip? I don't see why not. Note: I'm 6'5" and these pants could be an inch longer. Bought the longest REI had to offer.

Dec

2010

(0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

REI Taku Pant Review

By 14erBagger

from Outside, Earth

About Me Professional/Guide

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Pros

Comfortable
High-Quality Material and Stitching

Cons

Not Enough Pockets or Features
Poor Fit

Best Uses

Comments about REI Taku Pants - Men's - 34" Inseam:

I bought these for a month long mountaineering course in the North Cascades. But they proved to be problematic when putting them on with boots. The bottom opening is not even close enough to being big enough to put them on with tennis shoes, much less mountaineering boots. This is a big flaw for my uses. Also, you may want to size up in the waist if you plan on wearing layers underneath, especially because its got that cool tightening feature for when you need them tighter.

But in general, they look sweet, are super comfortable, and plenty long in the inseam, which is awesome. I just wish they had a full or 3/4 length zip instead of just to the ankle.

All this saying I have not wore them outside at all and I will be returning them, most likely for the Arc'teryx B eta AR pants.

Nov

2010

5.0

Best pants for the money

By Allen der Wanderluster

from Hermagor, Austria

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Amazing
Breathable
Comfortable
Durable
Flexible
Packable
Waterproof

Cons

Best Uses

Backpacking
Camping
Casual Wear
Hiking
Travel
WET weather
Winter Sports
Work pants

Comments about REI Taku Pants - Men's - 34" Inseam:

I am still in awe of how well these pants perform. I spent 6 months living in a tent working in Alaska doing trail work. These pants made my life a lot easier and more comfortable. I gave up wearing my carhartts and pretty much wore these pants almost everyday for 6 months. While other people were either soaked or scrambling to put on rain pants, I was neither. I worked in pouring rain for hours upon hours and they held true to their waterproofing and when it got to hot I opend the thigh vents. I find them to be invincible. One day I stabbed my leg by accident while working and while I was bleeding under the pants, the pants didn't even have a sratch or a tear. I still don't understand why they weren't cut. I used these as my main shell when snowboarding or hiking in winter weather. I just wore a pair of thicker thermals underneath and I was perfectly fine. An example of their amazing feats would be when I decided to climb a ridge line and the snow got too deep, so I turned around and slid down the mountain on my butt. My thermals were still dry and the pants dried within minutes.
Although I've been raving about these pants there are a few things that I would change. Even though they kind of have built in gaiters there isnt a way to attach them to your boot so they really dont work. Another possible feature would be to have a bit of mesh that covers the gaping hole in the thigh. If you are in the snow and need to open them, it's possible snow will come pouring in. Especially if you forget that you opened them. Other than that they have lived up to my expectations and are worth every penny!!

Dec

2009

(0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

This will keep you dry

By bill sizer

from Woodbridge, VA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Breathable
Good Fit
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Wear
Freezing Conditions
Travel
Wet Weather

Comments about REI Taku Pants - Men's - 34" Inseam:

During the Blizzard of 2009 in the Washington, DC area, I wore these pants and they kept me dry and warm as a second layer. They appear to be well made and the draw string on cuffs is a real nice touch.