How to Choose Hiking Pants

Whether you're hiking rugged trails or exploring urban landscapes, the women's Free Country Get Out There Convertible Pants offer style, comfort and performance in one versatile package.
Imported.
View all Free Country Women's Hiking Pants| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Fabric | 92% polyester/8% spandex |
| Quick Drying | Yes |
| Convertible | Yes |
| Side Cargo Pockets | Yes |
| Pants Rise | Mid |
| Pant Fit | Standard |
| Pant Leg Style | Straight |
| Inseam (in.) | 30 inches |
| Shorts Inseam (in.) | 8.25 inches |
| Gender | Women's |
| Weight | 10.4 ounces |
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The pants themselves are really nice and I want to love them. However there’s nothing between the large metal zipper and your flesh. As you hike the metal just rubs against your skin and causes extreme chafing. They are absolutely useless and a waste.
Unfortunately, these pants will have to go back. They are made with a thin, somewhat stretchy material, and the length is good (5'9"). The material accentuates every bulge. They are high-waisted, sitting right at the navel, but the side panels at the waist have no rigidity and show a muffin-puff. They are snug in the thigh and not flattering when sitting down. The zippers are a bit scratchy and tight, as well, so they are uncomfortable. I bought my normal size (L), but I don't think sizing up is going to help due to the fabric.
Finally I found convertible pants without zippers and buttons. Materials are stretchy and very comfortable. My only complaint is they don't offer other lengths. I'm 5'2", and it's kinda long for me. I usually wear short inseam with other brands. Hope they will offer more colors. I hope REI won't discontinue these pants.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Pants are are good quality zip off with a more slim/snug fit & runs long ( im 5ft 1 inches) i prefer convert pnts i can throw a base layer under when needed. They are made well, maybe size up. . Im sending back as my curvy body type and preference for less slim fit. for me the snug fit is uncomfortable, I do not wear yoga pants,and tgese are not that body hugging but if you prefer a more slim fit tgese are for you. . . convert pants tend to run snug or too baggy. . . loking for that happy medium!
Sadly, these do not have a zipper on the side of the lower leg. So you have to TAKE OFF YOUR HIKING BOOTS to actually remove the pant leg. I mistook the thick looking side seam to be a zipper. Not what I was looking for. So disappointed. If they ever redesigned these - put 2 cargo pockets and make them deep enough to actually hold a phone. Back pockets would be nice. And of course - side zippers on the lower legs for easy removal.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are exactly what I was looking for, very neat and clean cut. Very sleek to wear. I am 5’3. 5” 138 pounds and medium fit perfectly. The length was a bit long but my hiking boots will resolve that issue. Light, easily packable by rolling up for my Yellowstone vacation. Will be good for rain, drizzly days, easy to care for too.
I never actually tried these on. I ordered a size small online and received a size large. I returned them to the store nearest me and the very nice clerk placed an order for a replacement size small. When this package arrived I once again received a size large. At this point when I returned them to the store I just asked for a refund.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Theses are very comfortable pants but a little snug where the shorts are attached, but not super tight. I am in the process of losing 5-10 lbs, so these work for me. However, for a loose fit, size up. I am 5'2 and weigh 155. I ordered medium. I am satisfied with the overall purchase.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I tried the medium first which was to tight around the waist and okay around the thigh where the zipper is. Sized up to a large and the waist was huge while the zipper around the thighs were way tighter than the mediums. Debating on if I should return the larges too.
If you're looking for pants where the lower leg has a full zipper to make it easy to get them off...keep looking. These aren't them. No side zipper at all so you have to take off your hiking boots to remove the lower leg. Seriously, who wants that?