How to Choose Hiking Pants

These durable soft-shell pants from KUHL are ideal for tough trails and variable conditions. They're resistant to abrasion, wind and water. A brushed interior backer adds comfort and warmth.
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View the KUHL Klash Product LineView all KUHL Women's Hiking Pants| Best Use | Hiking |
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| Fabric | 72% nylon/20% polyester/8% spandex; PFC-free durable water repellent (DWR) |
| Pants Rise | Mid |
| Pant Fit | Standard |
| Pant Leg Style | Straight |
| Inseam (in.) | 30, 32, 34 inches |
| Gender | Women's |
| Weight | 1 lb. 3 oz. |
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I needed pants for cold weather hiking etc- these are great. They fit a little looser in the legs than I prefer, but don't feel tight when I add a base layer under. Very conformable, and warm, and while I haven't worn them in soaking rain, seem pretty water-repellant in snow. I've done lots of walking in sub freezing weather, and stay warm. I'm 5'8, 140, and a size 10 fits perfectly- size 8 (which I usually wear) was a little too tight in the hips. They seem like they will be very durable.
If I could have designed the perfect pants for being outdoors in the winter, but not for skiing, these would be them. I wanted lined, warm pants, but not bulky ski pants. (Though with long underwear may be great for skiing.) They feel nice and soft and fit perfect. Having the inseam option was great. I do a lot of strength training so big thighs and butt for my size and the pants fit perfect. 5'4 138 lbs size 10, 30 inseam.
These are not at all like the old great Kuhl Klash pants. They are much thicker/heavier - more like a snow pant. The also run really large through the thighs and stick out like balloons. I wear the old ones for golf on cold/windy days in Montana and high altitude Arizona. I love them because they are light enough to wear thermals under or not. These new ones would be very hot with thermals. And they are too hot to wear on a windy day with temps in the 60’s. I tried the 4’s and the 6’s. Neither fit and out of three pairs, all three pairs were different thicknesses. I would not recommend these.
These are my new favorite. Thin warm layer inside without adding any bulk. Comfortable and quality. Hope they make more colors!
These pants are suited to a variety of settings - I have used them hiking, backpacking, and trekking in snowy conditions. I appreciate the durability, moisture-resistant and repelling outer, soft lining, and thickness that maintains warmth in colder temperatures. Even better is the flexibility which is essential for most of the outdoor activities I engage in. Thoughtful features such as the boot clips on the leg cuffs, zippered pockets, and drawstring are useful and convenient. I have also worn these traveling by plane and car and the color and style make them suitable for less casual restaurants and settings as well.
I had these in my cart for weeks and I finally made the purchase. I normally wear a 6 in Kuhl pants but due to the reviews I got both 6 and the 8 in a 32 inseem, and the 8 fit best for the room allowing flexibility with ease, and to layer if necessary. I have worn them all week to walk the dogs in 20-30 degree weather and they keep me warm. They have a nice fit and feel to them. I especially like the bottom boot zipper. Can't wait to hike in them!
I have 3 pairs of these pants. They are the best fall/winter every day pants. Rain and snow beads off the material. 5 pockets that fit my iphone the size below the pro easily. I can't say enough about these pants. They are expensive so buy them on a sale day! 5'5" 125lbs -8 short fits comfortably.
The 34 inch inseam was surprisingly short. Kuhl, please consider 36 inch inseams instead. Also, the fabric/color on this pant is odd. I got the Gotham, which was almost pure black. I would have preferred a charcoal. Finally, the fit is a bit weird. The crotch seemed tight on this pant and the thighs baggy. It isn't a particularly soft pant at all. Nothing cuddly about it. Compared to Kuhl's Frost pant, the Klash is a disappointment. I wouldn't recommend it.
I really was hoping to love these, the fabric and details are great but the fit is not flattering. Im 5’7”/150-155, usually wear an 8 or 10 and tried both… they were both really baggy in the thighs and I’m fairly muscular. These might fit well on someone more pear shaped or with a bigger booty.
Normally wear a Kuhl 4 with good fit. These were too small in waist and too large in hips. Stiff fabric which probably would soften with washing. No love this time.