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Set off on a trek, flight or spontaneous adventure in the women's Mountain Hardwear Dynama/2 ankle pants. They boast easy stretch and water resistance for comfort wherever you roam.
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View the Mountain Hardwear Dynama Product LineView all Mountain Hardwear Women's Hiking Pants| Best Use | Hiking Travel |
|---|---|
| Fabric | 94% nylon/6% elastane |
| Sun-Protective Fabric | Yes |
| UPF Rating | 50 |
| Moisture Wicking | Yes |
| Quick Drying | Yes |
| Pants Rise | Mid |
| Pant Fit | Standard |
| Pant Leg Style | Tapered |
| Inseam (in.) | 28 |
| Gender | Women's |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| XS | S | M | L | XL | 1X | 2X | 3X | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Numerical Size | 0-2 | 4-6 | 8-10 | 12-14 | 16 | 16 - 18 | 20 - 22 | 24 - 26 |
| Chest | 32-33 | 34-35 | 36-37 | 38.5-40 | 41.5 | 43 - 45 | 47 - 49 | 51 - 53 |
| Sleeve Length | 30-31 | 31-32 | 32-33 | 33-34 | 34 | 32 | 32.75 | 33.5 |
| Waist | 25-26 | 27-28 | 29-30 | 31-33 | 34.5 | 36 - 38 | 40 - 42 | 44 - 46 |
| Hip | 35-36 | 37-38 | 39-40 | 40-41.5 | 43-44.5 | 45 - 47 | 49 - 51 | 53 - 55 |
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
SHORT: 30 inch inseam.
REGULAR: 32 inch inseam.
LONG: 34 inch inseam.
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These pants are my favorite purchase in 10+ years. I love Mountain Hardwear and have enjoyed their products for a long time. These pants are perfect. Amazing for travel, can be worn casually, can be dressed up for work. I’m in a business dress/business casual environment and these are better than any other pants. Perfect ankle length, amazing fabric, flattering fit. Going from office to an outdoor hike is totally doable! PLEASE BRING THESE BACK!!! They are amazing pants and I need more :) I would love to have these without the zip pocket so they are that much easier to dress up for travel and work. The pockets are substantial enough to carry a phone and small wallet. I really hope REI carries these again.
These ankle pants have a 28" inseam, and that is my perfect inseam for everyday pants! That might be ankle length for a lot of people, but not for us "shorties." They are so comfortable, I could wear these pants every day - but I'm going to Iceland and Norway, and I needed hiking pants. I'm going to buy another pair and return the others that did not fit like this - perfectly!
These are my favorite pants for work and everyday. I bought the first pair off a sale rack, rare since I wear 3X. I loved them and bought two more pairs. Then I saw them on the clearance list and I bought the last two pairs available. And now they’re back at REI. Yay!
Ooooh these are so good, almost great! I wore them camping in the summer heat, and they were breathable and easy to keep clean. I bought the 2x, and it's a little big in the waist, but great from the hip down. I would like to see the next iteration have a drawstring or be a little more compressive, as they wanted to slip down a little bit. I bought the version one of these pants last year and returned them as they had an ugly cargo pocket, the new version doesn't have that, and they look sleek and streamlined. I love these pants.
These are ok. It would be nice if there were at least belt loops at the waist or, even better, a sinch waist but it doesn’t have either. They’re very loose in the waist, which is disappointing because these are good pants otherwise.
I LOVE these pants! I'm in Texas where it's going to be extremely hot until October, and these are nice and light, sweat wicking, and quick drying, and even though I got the black ones I've been nice and cool. I'm also a new mom, so all the pockets are an absolute must, as is easy cleaning and stretch so I can play on the floor with my baby. I also did yoga in them and they were excellent. So these pants get 100% in functionality. Also, they look pretty nice! I wouldn't give a presentation in these, but I would definitely wear them to work (I don't have a dress code, though), out and about, and for most casual settings. The only very slight flaw is that there's no waist adjustment. These don't fall down at all, but I usually prefer a little bit of drawstring or something to keep them firmly in place. They fit perfectly right now, though, so it definitely just depends on your shape if the waist will work for you. I'm a size 16 in just about every brand, and the 1x is perfect. I'm actually back on the site because I'm going to order a second pair. Highly recommend!
Love these bought another pair. Love that these have SPF. They are great in dry heat. I normally by 3x in REI products and 2x in other. I went with the reviews and decided on 2x and am happy about all the reviews. They remind me a bit of a spotless travel pant I let a friend borrow. Have been so happy to be able to get mountain hardwear in Plus. 226 lbs currently, 5’2 curvey got 2x. The pants are not cropped on me but a nice length.
This is the third pair of these pants I have purchased. They are perfect for long-distance air travel as well as expedition trips. They stretch easily and do not bind when sitting or climbing.
These are my fav pants ever. Fit is perfect. Can go to trail to river to dinner and stays looking great. Impressed by how quickly they dry!
REI, please don’t ever stop selling these pants!! Great quality, lightweight. Versatile. Whether you’re camping, traveling, running errands at home, or even just around the house, these pants are amazingly comfortable. I go back to them time and time again. The best pants I’ve every owned!