Arc'teryx  Essent High-Rise 26" Leggings - Women's

Upon wearing the pants, my first reaction is how soft and high quality the fabric feels. It’s also snug, but not too tight, and the top never rolled down so it really feels like a nice second skin. I’m 5’4, ~124 lbs and usually wear a size 4 in pants but even so I have worn some leggings where the top rolls down slightly so I’d have to constantly pulling up my pants. I’ve worn this one for hiking and colder weather workouts as I noticed this is great at keeping heat in. I would likely also wear this under snowboard/ski pants when the slopes are colder as well. This is also my only leggings (and hiking pants) where my phone fits perfectly in the pockets! That may honestly be my favorite parts of these pants.

These leggings are fantastic!! Fit nice and snug and hold everything tight in a good way. The thickness is great but in the summer may be a little warm. It was perfect for hiking in 60 degree temps. The pockets on the side are so smooth you almost can’t tell they’re there! So no weird lines on your thighs which I loved. The fabric is slick so although I ended the hike with mud on them it brushed off easily. I’m 5’6” and weigh 130 and went with a 6. Usually in pants I’m a 4 or 6 but I’m glad I went with the 6. My only tiny gripe would be I wish the waist was a little thicker or firmer to prevent it from rolling around. But these leggings are so awesome and I’m having a hard time taking them off.

I have some leggings for occasional wear, but I have never felt fabulous wearing them. But these leggings are a game changer for me, wore them all week! I love the fit and the way they feel. The leggings stay right in place all day long and I never feel the need to adjust them. Pockets on each side are lovely too, a bit higher than I have seen but still comfortable, maybe more so. I am 5'3 and 135 pounds and am wearing size 8.

As a trail runner who typically prefers shorts for warm weather runs, I was wasn't sure how much I'd like these. They're are incredibly lightweight and breathable, making them ideal for warmer weather runs or or hikes. The material is soft and smooth against the skin. I also appreciated the light compression, which provided a supportive feel without being restrictive. I put these leggings to the test on a recent trail run in Moab, and they impressed me even more. I was scrambled over rocks throughout the run, and the leggings held up perfectly – no tears or snags. Based on this experience, they seem durable enough for at least indoor climbing, and potentially even some light scrambling outdoors. The two side pockets are large enough to comfortably fit my average-sized smartphone, which is a major plus. However, I did find that the leggings tended to slide down a bit when I ran with my phone in one of the pockets. They did fine loaded down with dog treats and waste bags though! While I typically prefer shorts for warm weather runs, these leggings are a great option for those who prefer more coverage. They are breathable enough for warm temperatures. These will definitely be my go to for shoulder season. Fit For reference, I'm 5'4" with a 26" waist and 38" hips, and a size 4 fit me perfectly.

I love leggings and have them in all different brands. These are definitely very well made and are the thickest material without being hot. I have a few pairs that are thick but they are too warm, these kept me at the right temperature. As soon as you put these on you're going to feel like you need to get outdoors as they just feel more substantial. I've worn these several times now both hiking and running. I ran through some branches while in the woods and thought for sure they would snag, however, the material seems very high quality and is as good as new! These pants stretch offer good stretch and yet are still very supportive. Oftentimes leggings pull down when running, especially with phone or headphones in the pockets and these did not! Yay! Due to how supportive these are, if you're between sizes maybe size up. I do like the two leg pockets but miss the small waist pocket that some leggings have for holding quick carbs or a key. I found that the top of the leggings did roll down a bit when bending over, which generally doesn't happen but besides this, they really are high quality. I feel like after washing the material got even better. I'm very happy with these!