Delivering premium technical performance on the trail and superior comfort in the office, the men's KUHL Transcendr pants provide wear-everywhere flexibility for any environment.
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Features
Stretch fabric with rugged abrasion resistance and a water-resistant treatment
2 hand pockets, 2 back pockets and 2 stealth cellphone pockets
13 out of 17 (76%) reviewers recommend this product
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MA
Rated 2.0 out of 5 stars
Many great features with one huge let-down
1 year ago
I really want to love these. They hit a ton of great notes:
1. Super comfy.
2. Nice amount of stretch.
3. Zippers on all pockets.
4. Cuff elastic for warmer days or biking.
5. Don't immediately scream "HIKING PANTS" when you wear them around. Very nice casual pants in addition to sport uses.
6. They upgraded the button from the terrible snap style most of their other pants/shorts have. It feels more secure.
7. Soft lining on the waistband for wearing a backpack or climbing harness.
8. Internal tie for waist, for backpack or harness.
9. Soft pockets, better than mesh on some others.
Truly, these would have been my favorite travel pants, but for a couple of things.
1. PILLING. I've had these a couple of months and worn them maybe four or five times. I'm already seeing pilling on the fronts of the legs, which isn't a high-wear area like the inside of thighs. I'm not sure how sturdy this material is, but it's worrying, especially for such expensive pants. I think Kuhl needs to go back and make a new version. My Renegade Rock pants, which are admittedly a bit more "snowpants" sounding, have not pilled at all, despite having owned them for several years. I would happily take this design made with the RRP material.
2. Minor gripe, but I prefer the shape of the front hand pockets on the Renegade Rock. They don't have zippers, but stuff is less likely to fall out when the openings are more horizontal. It's also more comfortable to jam my hands into. Might be personal preference, but it's important when I'm planning to use them a lot.
3. Colors. Renegade Rock comes in seven colors, this comes in two. They really need to add the nocturnal blue as a jean replacement color, and ideally brick red or something similar. Plus straight black, because these would honestly work fairly decently in a semi-formal setting if you're traveling lightly.
In the mids, these are warmer than many soft shell pants. I like this, since I have Renegade Rock, Zions, and others which work better in warmer weather. But they have less venting and are thicker, so be aware of this if you want to use in higher temps.
If they can fix the pilling issue, and offer more colors, this will likely become my regular cooler-weather pant. I do love so much about them. But until the quality of the fabric is improved, I can't recommend it.
Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:6'0"
No, I do not recommend this product
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Rich
Chicago
Rated 1.0 out of 5 stars
Love these pants
4 months ago
Love these pants! I wear them hiking and for travel. The material is thin enough that it is cool on warmer days and the cut is generous enough so that on cold days I can layer a thermal weight base layer underneath. The zipper pockets are a must for overseas travel and the placement of the pockets are perfect so I can keep accessories in place without hindering my movements.
One thing that is a negative, it seems the material is pilling on the front thighs after just a couple of washes in gentle cycle, using Nikwax tech wash, and line drying. Maybe it's a one-off. I'll start wearing another pair to see if the same thing happens.
Yes , I recommend this product
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Customer Service
4 months ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. If you are experiencing a problem with one of our products that you feel is the result of a defect in material or workmanship, please submit a warranty request through [this link](https://www.kuhl.com/warranty/) so we can take a look. We'll be happy to see how we can help.
mpriest
Rated 2.0 out of 5 stars
Ripped Easily & Not as Good as cheaper REI brand
1 year ago
I bought these pants for a summer trip to Iceland and also a pair of the regular-degular REI pants like this. These were a splurge compared to the REI pants. My wife and I got caught in a light rainstorm and she was wearing REI pants. These pants were much less water-resistant than the REI pants that cost significantly less. These pants also ripped at the ankle on only the second wear.
The only reason I'm giving two stars is because they are comfy.
No, I do not recommend this product
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Tom
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
Great soft shell pants
3 months ago
Great soft shell pants, perfect for a winter hike. With a base layer underneath they provide the perfect amount of protection from the wind to keep you warm while being just breathable enough to prevent overheating.
Age:25–34
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'1"
Yes , I recommend this product
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RodNapa
Napa CA
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
The best pants ever
3 months ago
I have every color made of these pants. They are good for everything, hiking, rock climbing, and casual wear. They are simply the most comfortable and best looking outdoor and indoor pants that I own.
Age:75 or over
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'2"
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Chris
Detroit, MI
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect hiking/hunting pants.
6 months ago
Great pants! Light, flexible, and seems durable. I’ve tried several different pants for hiking, these are my favorite so far.
Probably not ideal for really cold weather, but throwing a decent base layer under them would take you below freezing pretty easy I think.
Age:35–44
Weight:225–250 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Yes , I recommend this product
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1TimeRunner
Madison, WI
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
Everything the description says and more
1 year ago
These are awesome. The fit is great and I love the flex/stretch features of the pants. It really makes active walks/hikes much more enjoyable. Water sheds easily to keep you dry and comfortable. (Tested in a light rain for a short time)
Age:55–64
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:6'0"
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Dark Storm
Portland Oregon
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars
Great, but not black
6 months ago
They fir well and I like the fabric. The pictures online made them look black, but they are actually a dark smokey green. Dark Storm isn't very descriptive when indicating color. Side pockets are too small for a standard cell phone, but you can keep some small thin stuff in there, like your credit card and ID.
Overall I like them though.
Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'2"
Yes , I recommend this product
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HB
Arabian gulf
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
Comfortable as always
8 months ago
I wanted a pants for my trip to London that keep me warm in a cold weather, It exceeds my expectation. It was very comfortable and warm in the cold weather ( 7 c ) , and also protect me in the light rain..
I even didn’t use any other pants in the trip for six days because it was very comfortable like a training pants, I wish they would bring another Colors.
Yes , I recommend this product
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Billy
Venice, Florida- now Paris
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
European Escapade
5 months ago
One week now on the road. London and now Paris. Love the fit and functionality of the pants. Zippered pockets keep me secure from pickpockets and side pocket for I phone is perfect because I’m using it continuously for directions, purchasing tickets and of course photos. Worn them every day without a wash and they look amazing.
