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Patagonia Quandary Pants - Men's
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Designed for all-day comfort and unconstrained movement, the men's Patagonia Quandary pants have plenty of pockets for stashing your hiking essentials.
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- Made of stretch-woven NetPlus® material with 96% postconsumer recycled nylon and 4% spandex
- NetPlus postconsumer recycled nylon is made from recycled fishing nets to help reduce ocean plastic pollution
- PFC-free durable water repellent (DWR) offers versatile coverage on the trail
- Sits on the waist with a regular rise and is not too loose and not too tight in the seat and thighs
- Curved waistband contours to the natural shape of the hips and provides a close fit to keep pants in place
- Best for lean to medium builds
- Metal button closure with zipper fly and drawstring
- 2 front pockets, 2 back pockets (back-right pocket is zippered), and 1 right-thigh zippered pocket
- Left-front pocket has a built-in repair patch for fixes on the go
- Reinforced loop on front-right pocket
- Added articulation behind the knees allow for a full range of motion
- Cut straight from knees to ankles
- Roll-up cords with button fasteners for added versatility
- UPF 40 sun protection—only covered areas are protected; the protection offered by this item may be reduced with use or if stretched or wet
- This product has been tested in accordance with Australian/New Zealand test methods AS/NZS 4399 or AATCC 183 or EN 13758
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View the Patagonia Quandary Product LineView all Patagonia Men's Hiking Pants| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Fabric | 96% postconsumer recycled nylon/4% spandex plain weave/PFC-free durable water repellent (DWR) finish |
| Sun-Protective Fabric | Yes |
| UPF Rating | 40 |
| Pant Fit | Standard |
| Pant Leg Style | Straight |
| Inseam (in.) | 30, 32 inches |
| Gender | Men's |
| Weight | 10.9 ounces |
| Sustainability | Product meets the bluesign® criteria Contains recycled materials |
Patagonia Clothing - Men's
| XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest | 33 | 35 | 37 | 40 | 44 | 47 | 50 | 56 | |||||||||||||
| Sleeve Length | 30 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | |||||||||||||
| Waist | 26 | 28 | 29-30 | 31-33 | 34-36 | 37-40 | 42-44 | 49 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 39 | 41 | 43 | 45 |
| Hip | 32 | 34 | 36 | 39 | 43 | 46 | 49 | 55 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41 | 42 | 43 | 45 | 47 | 49 | 51 |
| Inseam | 30 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
Inseam varies depending on style.
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Derek1 year ago
One star in this product is a Karen type travesty. I own at least four or five pairs of quandary pants and even bought a new pair in the last few weeks. I wear them almost every day to the point where they start to fall apart. My first pair developed a hole in the crotch after about eight years of constant wear. They can be worn in a variety of environments but I wouldn’t swim in them! Upgrades whines or not, they are a great pair of pants for me because they aren’t smothering like a cotton pant. They are airy in the summer and maybe a little light during real cold weather but do the job for inside work. My gripe would be they’ve gone up in price, but what hasn’t?
Derek
Omaha, Nebraska
11 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Unexpected 2024 Patagonia Quandary Pants changes
kenchall1 year ago
The former (2023) Patagonia Quandary pants were my favorite. The pockets, zippers, and gusset were great and very comfortable. I was surprised at the changes made by Patagonia. They are less comfortable and the zipper configuration was lousy. I will be taking these back to the local REI store.
kenchall
TX
16 people found this review helpful
Derek
Omaha, Nebraska
My go to
1 year ago
One star in this product is a Karen type travesty. I own at least four or five pairs of quandary pants and even bought a new pair in the last few weeks. I wear them almost every day to the point where they start to fall apart. My first pair developed a hole in the crotch after about eight years of constant wear. They can be worn in a variety of environments but I wouldn’t swim in them! Upgrades whines or not, they are a great pair of pants for me because they aren’t smothering like a cotton pant. They are airy in the summer and maybe a little light during real cold weather but do the job for inside work. My gripe would be they’ve gone up in price, but what hasn’t?
Age:45–54
Weight:250–275 lbs.
Height:6'3"
Yes , I recommend this product
Chas
Not A Good Upgrade
1 year ago
The Quandary Pant has been updated for 2024. I'm not sure what they did with the fabric but it is no longer stretchy or have that nice soft touch. The fabric feels harsh, the crotch and the seat don't feel as comfortable, and when you machine wash them they look awful, lots of wrinkles in the fabric. They moved the leg accessory zipper pocket to the side and higher up, that's OK and the rear pocket now has a zipper. Overall, I don't get why Patagonia had to drastically change an outstanding pant and make it worse. Two stars is the best I could give.
Daniel
Too tight in the thighs for me
11 months ago
I was looking for a pant exactly like this, as the fabric is super lightweight and looks like it would work well in hot environments. However, the fit doesn't work for me. I'm 5'7'', 150lbs, 30 in waist. I bought the 32x30 but the thigh and crotch area is very tight, restricting movement and not good for a hot environment. I have this problem with most pants, but not the Prana Stretch Zion, which is a competing pant. I was looking for a thinner and lighter stretch zion and I guess I'll keep looking.
Height:5'7"
Age:35–44
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Andrew
Bad redesign
11 months ago
The updated 2024 pants feel totally different than their previous version that they had for years, which I loved. These felt stiff, inflexible and just plain wrong. I immediately returned them and then scoured the internet to find pants in the previous style which I could buy instead. Luckily I was able to find a pair, but it wasn't easy. Hopefully Patagonia will revisit this redesign.
No, I do not recommend this product
Claire Bear
Chicago
Nice lightweight material, poor fit
1 year ago
I wear a 30 in inseam and was happy to see Patagonia offers these pants in a "short" option. Unfortunately, these short pants with a 30 in inseam are much too long. I cannot see how they are actually a 30 in inseam. The pants are also very baggy, too much so for a slim build. I really liked the lightweight material. Shame the fit is off.
Age:45–54
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'6"
No, I do not recommend this product
kenchall
TX
Unexpected 2024 Patagonia Quandary Pants changes
1 year ago
The former (2023) Patagonia Quandary pants were my favorite. The pockets, zippers, and gusset were great and very comfortable. I was surprised at the changes made by Patagonia. They are less comfortable and the zipper configuration was lousy. I will be taking these back to the local REI store.
Age:55–64
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'9"
No, I do not recommend this product
Dvo
California
Daily use , durable comfort
1 year ago
Bought a pair of these in 2023 which i probably wore 300 days out of last year. My daily pants. I wore them daily at home but also in the Sierra, backpacking Desolation Wilderness, Point Reyes, exploring the California cosst. The most comfortable pants ever ans very durbale. After 1 solid year or hard usage they finally developed a hole/-tear in the butt. So i used my dividends to order a new pair this week and i'm happy and thoroughly impressed again.
Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Yes , I recommend this product
speygeek
Pacific Northwest
great for hiking
1 year ago
I have been looking for summer hiking pants for years to replace a now out of production model from Patagonia. I thought I had looked at these before, but looked again this year and they are exactly what I was looking for. So many other brands are catering more to fashion than function and for me at least are tight in the calves or thighs. The quandry pants allow for plenty of movement for scrambling and crawling over things. They are light enough to use on warm days and dry fast after crossing streams. Very comfortable.
Age:55–64
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'7"
Yes , I recommend this product
PAUL
Raleigh, NC
GREAT CHOICE - GREAT FIT
1 year ago
Excellent fabric weight, durability, and stretch factor for articulating mobility. Fit and finish is top-shelf (as with all Patagonia product). Generous pockets (two zippered for security) make these a great choice for travel and casual daily wear, in addition to hiking and other outdoor activity. Taper in legs is just right without being too snug. I'm 5'9", 152lbs and wear the 32waist x 30inseam.
Age:65–74
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'9"
MarineMilwaukeeMaintMatt
Sacramento, CA
lightweight, durable, breathable
10 months ago
My absolute FAVORITE pants for “home maintenance repair”. Been wearing them for 4 months and still no rips! But just in case you do, they come with extra fabric on the inside for that sole purpose. LOVE THEM!
Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'11"
Yes , I recommend this product
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