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prAna Stretch Zion Slim Pants II - Men's
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From the climbing crag to the conference room, the prAna Stretch Zion Slim Pants II go anywhere with their modern look, hardworking details and updated, recycled construction.
- Made with recycled nylon, ReZion™ fabric is tested to ensure it stacks up against the original; it's lighter to promote breathability and performance
- ReZion performance fabric resists abrasion and wrinkles while providing UPF 50+ sun protection; fabric has a subtle sheen, which helps to achieve maximum durability
- PFAS-free durable water repellent (DWR) finish sheds moisture and stains
- Roll-up leg snaps, webbing-adjustable waistband and a ventilated inseam gusset are ready for bouldering, scrambling and more
- Mesh-lined pockets; zippered dual-entry cargo pocket on right thigh; concealed zippered coin pocket with an elastic key loop; back patch pockets with a flap on the right
- Slim fit through the hips and thighs
- These pants fits the same as the original Stretch Zion Straight Pants at the waist but with an updated fit through the legs, giving them a tapered look and feel
- Low-profile plastic closure lays flat for added comfort and compatibility when wearing a climbing harness or backpack with hipbelt
- Plus, the webbing on the button is anchored with 4 bar tacks, distributing tension across the waistband for added strength and durability
Imported.
View the prAna Stretch Zion Product LineView all prAna Men's Hiking Pants| Best Use | Hiking Rock Climbing |
|---|---|
| Fabric | 95% recycled nylon/5% elastane |
| Sun-Protective Fabric | Yes |
| UPF Rating | 50+ |
| Quick Drying | Yes |
| Side Cargo Pockets | Yes |
| Pant Fit | Slim |
| Pant Leg Style | Tapered |
| Inseam (in.) | 30, 32, 34 inches |
| Gender | Men's |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
prAna Clothing - Men's
| XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL | 28 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | S Tall | M Tall | L Tall | XL Tall | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest | 33-34 | 35-37 | 38-40 | 41-43 | 44-46 | 47-49 | 51-54 | 35-37 | 38-40 | 41-43 | 44-46 | |||||||||||
| Sleeve Length | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 37 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | |||||||||||
| Waist | 30-31 | 32-33 | 34-35 | 36-37 | 38-40 | 42-44 | 45-46 | 28 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Zion vs. ReZion
Bozo3 years ago
There’s been a lot of fuss about the changes made to these pants, so I was interested to see for myself. Zions were the first dedicated hiking/backpacking pants I purchased, and while I’ve tried others to see if there’s a superior product out there—Outdoor Research Ferrosi, Kuhl Renegade Rock, etc—I always come back to the Zions for their fit and fabric. Here are the main differences I’ve observed. In each of the product images, the Zions are on top and the ReZions below.
1. Color. While the Zions were a solid dark gray, the ReZions have almost a greenish tint to them. As other reviews have mentioned, the ReZions have an odd sparkle to them, sort of like TV static. I also noticed a lot of loose, curly white fibers on the ReZions (not the cat hairs present on my Zions), something I didn’t observe with either pair of my Zions.
2. Leg opening. It’s wider. It’s only about an inch or so, but I’ve been wearing two pairs of Zions almost exclusively for a year and it was instantly noticeable to me when I put the ReZions on for the first time. I’m waiting on an email back from prAna about whether this was an intentional design change or just a quirk of the individual pair I purchased.
3. Hardware. The Zions had a metal zipper and grommeted metal button. The ReZions have a flexible rubber zipper and a plastic button. That could be a positive change, but the plastic button is attached by a strap sewn to the waistband rather than a grommet. This seems like a probable point of failure, but one that would likely lie outside the scope of the one-year warranty from prAna.
4. Tags. Zions had a physical tag, ReZions opted for comfort tags. I see that as a move in the right direction assuming they don’t start flaking off with heat and sweat.
They do feel somewhat softer than the Zions, but that may be attributable to the fact that I’ve been wearing mine for the better part of a year straight. My final verdict will be heavily dependent on durability, and I’ll circle back to this review in a few months with an update on that.
Bozo
Bay Area, CA
47 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
They ruined the Zion pants with this refresh
Toddeclark3 years ago
The Zion pants were hands down the best climbing pants made. The Zion 2s are not. They do not fit the well at all and they are cheaply made. When I asked the salesperson what happened they informed me that Columbia bought Prana. It makes sense. I have never been a fan of Columbia’s products. They’re ill-fitting and cheaply made. They made a big mistake changing these pants. Climbers are going to have to find something else.
Toddeclark
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40 people found this review helpful
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prana lover gone bad
prana is going downhill? oh no...
1 year ago
new material is weak at best pilling stringing broken seam pulls
Age:55–64
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'9"
No, I do not recommend this product
JD67
Massachusetts
Great pants, terrible fabric that pills badly
1 year ago
I've been a big fan of Prana Stretch Zion pants for a while and a pair I bought about three or four years ago is still going strong after thousands of miles worth of walking in them. Unfortunately, the new pair I bought barely a year ago – version II – isn't holding up well at all . I don't mind the new lighter and softer fabric or other updated details in the new version like the plastic button and slightly more narrow side pockets. However, the newer fabric has been pilling very badly – not just in the crotch, where a certain amount of wear and pilling might be expected, but nearly all over the pants, especially near the pockets and fly. I take good care of all of my clothes when I wash them, so I don't think it's a laundry issue, and in any case, the previous versions of these pants that I have exhibit no similar pilling after several years of wear. Hopefully Prana will address this in the next version. In the meantime, I'm debating whether to return these before my window closes in another couple of weeks.
Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'10"
No, I do not recommend this product
PNW Hiker
Seattle WA
Great hiking pants, probably my favorite so far.
1 year ago
So far these are probably my favorite hiking pants that I own. I like that they are more slim and form fitting as most outdoor pants are pretty large and baggy, and I'm a slender guy. The fit on these is fantastic. I appreciate the integrated waist belt but I wish it wasn't so one sided. The fabric is pretty comfortable but can feel a little scratchy, I'm not sure what it is thats in the blend but it feels a little scratchy. I like the limited stretch of the fabric, they don't feel super stretchy and they keep their shape very well. The pockets are nice but I wish the front pockets were zippered shut, although they are pretty deep so its unlikely things will fall out. The only problem is the back pockets don't fit my phone. I would also like to see a version possibly without the cargo pocket. Its at a weird location on the hip/knee and the pocket is so small I don't really know what I would put in there. They would be much more versatile without the pocket.
Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Yes , I recommend this product
C H N
New York
Two month review: great features. Poor durability
2 years ago
I've heard a couple warnings about the new ReZion fabric and Prana allegedly ruining a good thing. This was my first foray into the company and was impressed out of the gate with the thigh pocket features, zippering, and hidden key pocket. The front pocket with its two zips is especially useful for stowing a phone when wearing a well-fitted harness. The only odd thing I'd change about the pockets is the rear right pocket having a top flap that I believe is intended to stop items from slipping out during activities—more often it just makes me want to not put things in it. The bad: whew, I can't believe how easily this thing snags, and threads pull quite easily. I haven't bushwhacked in these or anything, and have only been indoor and outdoor climbing on not-sandstone rock, which _should_ be simpatico with what the pants are designed for. In the grand scheme of things, the pants still work great, but I was expecting to get at least another couple years—certainly didn't expect as many snags in two months of moderate activity.
Age:25–34
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'5"
No, I do not recommend this product
Akb
PNW
Comfy but ugly
6 months ago
Very comfortable but started to pull up after one wash. Now after three washes they look terrible. Really too bad love the fit and comfort
Age:65–74
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'8"
No, I do not recommend this product
Bryce
Prana ruined my favorite pants
7 months ago
The Prana stretch Zion slim pants were my favorite climbing pants. They held up relatively well and had a great fit. I just purchased two new pairs as my original two pairs were very worn.. Unfortunately, in the recent iteration with the Rezion fabric, this is not the case. The button was swapped to plastic which is much harder to fasten and unfasten, and the stitching that attaches the button completely pulled out on my second time wearing them. Also, the rezion fabric feels cheaper and has a sheen to it that is visually unappealing. Sad to see a favorite product get re-iterated to such poor quality.
Age:35–44
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'10"
No, I do not recommend this product
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tahoe nv
Defective Fabric - Microplastic Nightmare
1 year ago
Just gonna let the photos do the talking. These pants are only a few months old. Prana customer service leaves a lot to be desired. Will be avoiding this brand.
Age:25–34
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:6'0"
No, I do not recommend this product
Subtropical
Failing after three wears
1 year ago
I purchased a pair of these in my local REI a couple of months ago. I liked the fit, and I found the material very comfortable. I was prepared to enjoy these for a long time. I was not prepared for the buttonhole to begin failing after three wears. After only three wears the stitching is already badly frayed. It's so bad that the button doesn't always go through the hole correctly. Sometimes it goes between the frayed stitching and the buttonhole, so the pants are hard to get on but even harder to get off. I've worn button fly pants for years, and I've never experience this type of fraying at the buttonhole. The fabric always wears out before the buttonhole frays. Since these pants are already failing after wearing them only three times, I don't expect I'll be able to wear them for long. Save your money. Buy something else.
Age:55–64
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'0"
No, I do not recommend this product
Matt W
Great fit but flammable
2 years ago
I am a huge fan of the fit and comfort of these pants. I purchased this updated model recently and upon wearing them on my first adventure I was surprised to find them smoking as I was standing near a fire “not in the fire”. The pants melted into hard plastic and I am fortunate this did not happen against my bare skin. I wrote prAna’s customer service about the circumstances and this is not clearly part of their warranty. They offered a small discount towards another pant. I write this to share - stay clear of all heat sources in these pants. They will melt.
No, I do not recommend this product
Buttonless Billy
The fly button will break.
2 years ago
I wouldn't purchase these again until they have corrected the fly button. The first pair of these I purchased over a year ago had a metal riveted fly button. The newer pairs have a fly button that threads through webbing. The plastic bit that holds it all together is fragile and will break. So far, out of five pairs, two of have broken. prAna will not provide replacement buttons and instead wants to replace the entire pair of pants which kind of goes against the whole "sustainable" bit plastered all over prAna's website. So if you buy these, be prepared to figure out a solution to the weird fly button thing they have going on when it inevitably breaks.
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'5"
No, I do not recommend this product
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