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 equipped and ready for your next day on—or off—the trails.
Imported.
View all The North Face Men's Hiking PantsBest Use | Fitness Hiking |
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Fabric | 140 g/m2 86% recycled polyester/14% elastane with non-PFC DWR finish; back of lower legs: 127 g/m2 80% polyester/20% elastane; thigh pocket: 138 g/m2 88% recycled polyester/12% elastane plain weave |
Sun-Protective Fabric | Yes |
UPF Rating | 40+ |
Pant Fit | Standard |
Pant Leg Style | Tapered |
Inseam (in.) | 27 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.
[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.
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 been fantastic all around pants. For hiking, they're lightweight and cool, but I've used them in colder weather and they keep the wind out. I've used them without an inner layer in weather below 10 degrees and into the 60s with equal comfort. And they look good enough to wear out for casual errands. With a home office, I can dress comfortably, so I've bought a few pair just to have a selection when I'm not doing in person meetings. Great product.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love some lightweight pants like this. The zippered rear pocket being closer to your hip is great for being able to put something in there and not having to sit right on it. Also the thigh zippered pocket is big enough for a wallet or iphone 13 mini. BUT the length/ inseam of this pant is not what you'd normally expect. It is definitely a shorter cut and will always leave your ankles exposed unless you normally have to get a "short" version of a pant. If I'm sitting they start to go about a 1/5th of the way up my shin. Huge miss that there isn't a longer length option. The pockets are shorter than the ones in the Lightstride shorts which is really odd and another small bummer of these pants. If you have an XL iPhone it will stick out of the top. I want to order another pair, but I don't know if I'll get use to the short inseam on these.
These pants are very comfortable. I wear them every day around town or to the office. They are lightweight. They are cool, but I will put them to the test when temperatures drop. I wear them for hiking, but I think they could handle some cross country skiing if I layer things right. The pockets are great. They hold wallet, keys, phone without feeling clunky and without spilling stuff when I sit or walk.
Liked these so much I bought a second pair. I use them primarily for hiking. They feel high quality and well made. I like how they are hemmed high, allows for just a little bit of air flow through the bottom. Good elastic at the hem also allows for pulling them up on your calves for more air. They break the wind surprisingly well and are water resistant. 5'10, 165lbs medium fits perfectly.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are great for casual wear, the gym, rowing, even running. They're not warm though. Also, while I didn't have this issue because I wash in cold and air dry, the material will shrink asnd hike up your calves if hot wash/dry. Only made note of this in the review because it can happen and if it does, well, hope you like capris...