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REI Acme Pants - Men's 32" Inseam

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The men's REI Acme soft -shell pants with a 32 in. inseam perform in cold weather. They provide a great microclimate for movement-intensive outdoor sports.

  • Acme pants thrive in all conditions except for high heat and humidity; think late-autumn hiking, mountain biking, mountaineering and backcountry skiing and packing
  • Schoeller® Dryskin fabric offers excellent breathability, minimizing sweaty buildup during sustained vigorous activity
  • It also provides great water- and abrasion-resistance and 4-way stretch comfort; windproof to 16 mph
  • Zip fly, snap front and belt loops let pants double as urban wear
  • Crotch gusset allows unlimited range of motion and articulated knees maximize mobility and minimize bulkiness; flat seams eliminate chafing
  • Gusseted ankle zippers let cuffs slide over footwear and "gaiter" grommets let you secure them with a cord; narrow, bonded rip-and-stick tabs adjust cuffs
  • Sleek, reverse-coil welded zippers on hand and thigh pockets; 2 rear zip welt pockets
  • REI Acme pant's have an easy, classic fit

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Item 823936

REI Acme Pants - Men's 32" Inseam Specs
Specification
Description
Best use
Hiking
Nylon / nylon blend
80% nylon/10% polyester/10% spandex
Brushed tricot backer
No
No
No
No
Yes
32 inches
1 lb. 2 oz.
Men's
Fabric type
Shell fabric
Shell lining fabric
Sun-protective fabric
Windproof
Waterproof
Insulated
Side cargo pockets
Inseam (in.)
Average weight
Gender

REI Acme Pants - Men's 32" Inseam Customer Reviews

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REI Acme Pants - Men's 32" Inseam
 
4.7

(based on 15 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • High-quality material and stitching (15)
  • Comfortable (13)
  • Breathable (11)
  • Lightweight (8)
  • Packs small / compresses (6)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Hiking (13)
    • Backpacking (10)
    • Camping (7)
    • Casual wear (6)
    • Travel (4)
      • Waist:
      • Feels too small

         

        Feels true to size

         

        100% 

        (13 reviews)

        Feels too big

         
      • Length:
      • Feels too short

         

        Feels true to length

         

        100% 

        (11 reviews)

        Feels too long

         
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Avid adventurer (7), Casual/ recreational (7)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (15)

    Reviewed by 15 customers

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    4.0

    REI Acme Pants - Men's 32" Inseam by REI

    By hiker husband 1

    from cullman, alabama

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    See all my reviews

    Verified Buyer
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    Pros

    • High-Quality Material and Stitching
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Bulky

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • Camping
    • Hiking

    Comments about REI Acme Pants - Men's 32" Inseam:

    none

    • Waist:
    • Feels true to size
    • Length:
    • Feels true to length
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Comment on this review

     
    5.0

    These are miracle pants

    By Wasatch snowshoe nut

    from Salt Lake City, UT

    About Me Professional/Guide

    See all my reviews

    Verified Buyer
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    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • High-Quality Material and Stitching
    • Lightweight
    • Nearly Waterproof
    • Packable

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Backcountry Skiing
      • Snowshoeing

      Comments about REI Acme Pants - Men's 32" Inseam:

      I put these pants through the wringer while snowshoeing this winter in the Wasatch Mtns of Utah, and they were great. On several long snowshoe trips in snowy and windy conditions, friends advised me to wear hardshell pants. But I went ahead and wore these and they did not let me down. They breathe like a charm, fabric does not fray with abrasion and use, wet snow does not wet out or penetrate them, and even wallowing in deep snow these pants kept me dry. I should have bought 2 pair.

      • Waist:
      • Feels true to size
      • Length:
      • Feels true to length
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Comment on this review

       
      5.0

      Great Pants!

      By SampleFive

      from Austin, TX

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      See all my reviews

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • High-Quality Material and Stitching

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Camping
        • Cycling
        • Hiking

        Comments about REI Acme Pants - Men's 32" Inseam:

        Bought this to use during cold weather cycling and have ended up using them for so much more. I go geocaching with the kids a lot and now always wear these pants when I do because of how durable they are. Climbing up the side of a rock face to find the next cache and the pants have enough flex not to get in the way.

        • Waist:
        • Feels true to size
        • Length:
        • Feels true to length
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Comment on this review

         
        5.0

        I'd buy them again

        By Rick

        from Yuba City, California

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        See all my reviews

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • High-Quality Material and Stitching
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Casual Wear
          • Hiking

          Comments about REI Acme Pants - Men's 32" Inseam:

          I bought these for snowshoeing. These pants were pretty comfortable, and fit just right. Plus, they also kept me warm out there in the snow. I liked the lightweight, stretchy material. I would buy them again!

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

          Comment on this review

           
          5.0

          Total Satisfaction

          By Harmonized Motion

          from Raleigh NC

          About Me Avid Adventurer

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          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Comfortable
          • High-Quality Material and Stitching
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Backpacking
            • Casual Wear
            • Hiking
            • Work

            Comments about REI Acme Pants - Men's 32" Inseam:

            When I purchase a pair of pants, their ability to stretch when I crouch is very important. Most pants need to be pulled at the knee as soon as you start to bend over. From a full upright position, I can drop my rear into a horse stance with my butt lower than my knees before I feel to need to adjust these pants. They are stain resistant and very comfortable. I highly suggest them.

            • Waist:
            • Feels true to size
            • Length:
            • Feels true to length
            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Comment on this review

             
            4.0

            Great Cycle Pants

            By JCubed

            from VA

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            See all my reviews

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • High-Quality Material and Stitching

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Bike

              Comments about REI Acme Pants - Men's 32" Inseam:

              I have worn these pants every weekend since I purchased them. I volunteer for a bike patrol on weekends on a local tow path and with cycle briefs these are awesome! They shed water and mud and are warm but not "too" warm. I only wish I could get other colors than "Coal" and I would buy 2 more pair.

              • Waist:
              • Feels true to size
              • Length:
              • Feels true to length
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Comment on this review

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Good all around outdoor pants

              By JohnSaltFish

              from Raleigh NC

              About Me Avid Adventurer

              See all my reviews

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              Pros

              • Breathable
              • Comfortable
              • High-Quality Material and Stitching
              • Stretchy

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Backpacking
                • General Outdoor Wear
                • Hiking
                • Xc Ski

                Comments about REI Acme Pants - Men's 32" Inseam:

                I really like these pants. The material and construction are a step up from the Mistral pants. I used them for three days of XC skiing in New Hampshire and they were great with temperatures in the low 20's. I look forward to wearing them for hiking and fishing.

                • Waist:
                • Feels true to size
                • Length:
                • Feels true to length
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                Comment on this review

                (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Not for tall people

                By PSJ

                from Portland, OR

                About Me Avid Adventurer

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                Pros

                • Breathable
                • Comfortable
                • High-Quality Material and Stitching
                • Lightweight
                • Packable

                Cons

                • Too Short

                Best Uses

                • Backpacking
                • Camping
                • Casual Wear
                • Hiking
                • Work

                Comments about REI Acme Pants - Men's 32" Inseam:

                First off let me say that these pants are awesome!!! Perhaps some of the most comfortable and versatile pants I've owned. That being said, these are not made for tall people. Why REI chose not to offer these in a 34" inseam I don't know. Even though I love the pants, I had to return them because I felt like I was wearing capris! REI please make these available in a longer version next year!!!!!!!

                • Waist:
                • Feels true to size
                • Length:
                • Feels true to length
                • Was this a gift?:
                • No

                Comment on this review

                (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                L O V E = Acme Pants

                By mikey the guy

                from Colorado Springs, Colorado

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                See all my reviews

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Breathable
                • Comfortable
                • High-Quality Material and Stitching
                • Packable

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Backpacking
                  • Camping
                  • Casual Wear
                  • Hiking
                  • Travel

                  Comments about REI Acme Pants - Men's 32" Inseam:

                  Love these pants. They have become my favorite pants I own. I have had them for a little over a year now and I seem to wear them more and more to the point that I am definitely purchasing a second pair. I wear these pants every chance I get when the weather is cooler (except when out with the girlfriend - she hates the look of these pants). I wore them to work one day (manager for a grocery store) and I swear I was able to move and work 2 times faster not having to worry about dress pants getting in the way. I would wear these everyday to work if I could get around the dress code.

                  For fall, winter, and early spring hiking/biking/walking/snowshoeing these pants are the best! I even wear them sledding here in colorado when the snow starts building. I recommend these pants to be worn in temperatures below 45degrees due to the excellent warmth. The wind resistance is the best feature when out hitting the terrain.

                  I wear these while climbing 14ers when the temperature is below 20 degrees and they work perfectly with a simple mid-weight base layer for those cold summits.

                  I've been machine washing/drying these pants for over a year now and the DWR finish is still holding strong (I've washed them in a DWR detergeant solution once since purchase).

                  Durability - can we say look brand new!?!
                  Love these pants!

                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

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                  (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  The best cool-weather softshell

                  By Philip in AK

                  from Coastal Alaska

                  About Me Avid Adventurer

                  See all my reviews

                  Site Member

                  Pros

                  • Athletic Fit
                  • Breathable
                  • Dries quickly
                  • High-Quality Material and Stitching
                  • Wind resistant

                  Cons

                  • Ankle Closure
                  • Needs Integrated Belt
                  • Rear Pocket Flaps

                  Best Uses

                  • Backpacking
                  • Hiking

                  Comments about REI Acme Pants - Men's 32" Inseam:

                  I own a pile of softshell pants from Arcteryx, OR, Mtn Hardware, Salomon, Cloudveil, Patagonia.... you name it, and these REI Acme pants are my #1 favorite go-to pants for hiking and hill country XC skiing. The material is just a bit thicker, warmer, and more wind resistant than your typical shoftshell, so I mainly use these pants for fall/winter/spring pursuits (I use the slightly lighter REI Mistral pants in the summer). The fit is athletic with a nice, non-restrictive cut. The knee articulation is just right with narrow, straight legs. The material has enough stretch that even though they are relatively form fitting it doesn't bind, and it holds it shape perfectly with no bagging or getting saggy with age (mine are 2 years old).

                  All that said, there are areas that could be improved. The thigh pocket could be moved to the side of the leg (but not moved lower) and given a bias cut so that it fits a slightly larger item. As it stands, I can slip a very light hat in there or a small map, but not much else. The rear pockets have a silly, thick material flap over the zipper which adds bulk that can be uncomfortable under a heavy pack. The women's version has very low profile rear zippers. Why not the men's? The velcro at the ankle is useless if you hike through any brush. It opens and just flaps around. Plus snow gets in the velcro and it never sticks again. Use a strong/positive snap instead. I'd love to see a nice integrated webbing belt and lose the current belt loops.

                  Otherwise a great, great product. I'd buy them again in a heartbeat.

                  • Waist:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Length:
                  • Feels true to length
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

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