How to Choose Hiking Pants

Transition from town to trail with these Outdoor Research pants. The nylon blend stretches, resists abrasion and repels moisture. A hidden zip pocket on the right thigh secures small essentials.
Imported.
View all Outdoor Research Women's Hiking Pants| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Fabric | bluepass certified 94% nylon/6% spandex |
| Sun-Protective Fabric | Yes |
| UPF Rating | 50+ |
| Quick Drying | Yes |
| Pants Rise | Mid |
| Pant Fit | Standard |
| Pant Leg Style | Tapered |
| Inseam (in.) | 27.5 inches |
| Gender | Women's |
| Weight | 7.9 ounces |
| Sustainability | Contains bluepass certified material |
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I lllooooovvvee these pants. So comfortable, flattering (love the back pockets to hide any booty imperfections). HOWEVER, I sat on a picnic table, which ripped the seams on both back pockets.. messing up the look on the outside, and subsequent holes in the pockets on the inside because it’s all sewn together. No way to hike/scramble/log hurdle in these. Glad I can return, as I haven’t even owned a week!
Bought these recently for a late fall trip to Tahoe. Temps in the mid 30’s, low 40’s. Worked out great on the trails. They have enough stretch for easy movement and comfort, and for wearing a base layer underneath if needed. Wind and water resistant. Wore them out on a boat after an early morning hike, and water splashes were not a problem. They are lightweight, breathable but protective, dry quickly, and are stylish enough to wear off the trail. Front pockets, discrete thigh zipper pocket and rear pockets are well placed and easy to access. Wore them on an early morning brisk hike, then out on a boat, and to a lakeside lunch. Super comfy. Highly recommend
I love these for travel on a cold airplane on a hot summer day or for riding my bike around town or for hikes when I am on a trail and don’t have to worry about my ankles getting wet! They are attractive. My only complaint is the internal waist cinch cord doesn’t seem to stay cinched and if I put my phone in a pocket the pants start to sag. I got a size large and probably could’ve gotten a medium but they do fit well everywhere and are just tight enough on my thighs but maybe a little too loose at the waist. I wish there was a better mechanism for locking the cinch cord. I am 5’6” and 152 pounds. (I don’t like tight clothes.)
I like how these pants are snug enough to create a tighter-looking fit around the legs and my bottom but loose enough for there to be space to move! Also great for any windy/misty days to keep your legs warm
I’m very pleased with these pants; comfortable to wear, have a sliming fit and can be worn for hiking, travel and wet weather wear. I think that I will be able use a liner layer in order to wear in colder, winter weather as well. For sizing, I am 5’3” tall and about 125 lbs. I bought a size small with the 27.5 inch inseam and - bonus - I don’t need to hem them.
I bought these because I need new traveling pants and really like the oyster color for summer. I love that these are pull-on and easy to wear. They are stylish yet comfortable and utilitarian (not too much so for everyday wear). The ankle length is great for warmer weather!


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