How to Choose Hiking Pants

Constructed from FlashDry™ fabrics with a water-repellent finish to help you stay dry, the men's The North Face Lightstride pants are suited for your next day on—or off—the trails.
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View all The North Face Men's Hiking PantsBest Use | Hiking |
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Fabric | 86% recycled polyester/14% elastane |
Moisture Wicking | Yes |
Quick Drying | Yes |
Pant Fit | Standard |
Pant Leg Style | Jogger |
Inseam (in.) | 26 inches |
Gender | Men's |
Weight | Unavailable |
Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL | 30 IN Waist | 32 IN Waist | 34 IN Waist | 36 IN Waist | 38 IN Waist | 40 IN Waist | |
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Chest | 33–35 | 36–38 | 39–41 | 42–44 | 45–48 | 49–52 | 53–56 | ||||||
Sleeve Length | 33 | 33.5 | 34 | 34.8 | 35.5 | 36.3 | 37 | ||||||
Waist | 27–28 | 29–30 | 31–34 | 35–38 | 39–42 | 43–44 | 29–30 | 31–32 | 33–34 | 35–36 | 37–38 | 39–40 | |
Hip | 33–34 | 35–37 | 38–40 | 41–43 | 44–46 | 47–49 | 50–52 | 35–36 | 37–38 | 39–40 | 41-42 | 43–44 | 44–45 |
Inseam | 31.5 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 | 32.5 | 32.5 | 31.5 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32.5 | 32.5 |
TALL: Some shirts, pants and jackets are available in tall sizes, which generally means an inseam that is 3 inches longer and a rise that is 1 inch longer, a shirt or jacket body that is 2 inches longer and sleeves that are 2 inches longer than regular sizes.
SHORT: Pants are available in short sizes. These have an inseam of 30 inches.
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[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought these pants to bring on a 5 day trip to Yosemite. Half of the trip was spent camping on the valley floor and the other half was spent hiking/backpacking through the backcountry and up to the top of Half Dome. I wore these pants everyday and loved them. They were light and comfortable, but still durable enough to protect me from the elements. The temperature ranged between 50-80 F and the pants were perfect for any temperature in that range. I'm sure they'd be fine in colder or warmer settings. I didn't think I'd like the no back pockets/front zip pocket combo, but I ended up liking it a lot. I think I'll buy another pair of these in a different color. For reference, I'm 5'8" 160 lbs. and the medium fit me perfectly.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] So far I am loving these pants. They have more of an athletic material compared to cotton, which I prefer. They breath well and I like how they feel when I move around in them or when I am laying around on the couch. I really like the material, the waste band, and the ankle cuffs. The only issue I have with them is the pockets. The pocket above the knee looks good, but I have a hard time believing I will ever find a use for it. The pants also offer a zippered pocket, but it is located in a strange place (on the hip) and is too small for my liking. I would prefer at least 1 zippered pocket on the back that is big enough to fit a wallet.
Can be worn athleisure but more technical fabric and features than some might want. Fabric is light, stretchy and drapes well. Fabric closer to windbreaker material than sweatpants, so not as soft and a bit noisier in motion than some might want. Went with a Large for a baggier and longer fit even though I’m a spot on Medium. Has a slightly shorter inseam than I’d want. Love the placement of back zippered pocket at hip and bonded pocket at knee perfect for iPhone. Hand pockets are open and roomy, but no internal tech or coin pockets.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Pleasantly surprised by these pants. Love the tapered fit and stretch of the fabric. They're very lightweight, making them ideal for hikes, runs, travel days or even more strenuous sports such as tennis or soccer. I'm 5'11 with a 36 waist and the large size was perfect ... until they got overcooked in the dryer and became flood pants. But I liked them so much before they shrunk on me that I ordered a replacement pair and gifted the first ones to my brother-in-law who is a physical trainer and wears them dang near daily. So, yeah, let these bad boys air dry and they'll be a go-to pant for any occasion.
Very nice fabric and made well with great features. The problem is the front slash pocket do not lay flat against the body. I assume that is why the models have their hands in the front pocket for most of the images as well.
Great pants if you want capris. They have a 27" inseam and you were probably expecting a 30" or 32" inseam. BEWARE they are not pants, they are capris. LOOK at PHOTO to see the length of these.
Absolutely love the pants, however, there is a stretch/pull in the pants after one use and no strenuous activity/wear.
These have an inseam of 26 in. as listed. At least in the L size. I didn't think this would be the case across all sizes and made the purchase. I'm 6ft and they fit like capris. If a 26 in inseam fits how you would like, these seem to be excellent warm weather pants, and I'd recommend. The fabric is very lightweight. I can't speak to the durability in application but they feel like they would hold up. Because of this, I'm torn at the moment as to if I will return them. With crew socks on they are comfortable.
The pants fit great especially for me as I’m a short King so for those of you who are a bit taller they may be a little frisky in the ankle area. They are super comfortable and handled the couple of hikes I used them with perfectly.
The pants are true to size and fit the bill for what was needed