Pants
Miles upon miles were logged in pants from Arc'teryx, REI, Patagonia, Prana, The North Face, and Columbia.
We put all these pants to the test to see which reigned supreme. The high-performance Ferrosis shown here are ready for almost any adventure you are.
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Not all pants are created equal. Our era is one of jeans engineered to climb in, designer sweats and ultralight hiking pants. This is a good thing. Lucky you, we've worn them all, and more. Our all-star team of testers has taken the road less traveled when it comes to rain pants, hiking pants (men and women), yoga pants, and the best pants for skiing. We buy everything from the stores, just like you do, then test them over months. Our reviews are 100% unbiased. That's our guarantee.
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Best Hiking Pants of 2022
This comparative hiking pants review looks at pants that are light and airy, as well as heavy and durable, for hiking long distances or short, traveling, climbing, working, and...
Best Hiking Pants for Women of 2022
To help you find your next pair of women's hiking pants, we've tested nearly 45 models over 10 years to bring you the top options. We tested them head-to-head from pants that roll-up...
Best Rain Pants for Women of 2022
We analyzed over 30 models before purchasing the best 10 to put through extensive testing, so you don't have to. There's a saying in the Pacific Northwet: There's no such thing as bad...
Best Yoga Pants of 2022
From down dog to happy baby, our team of yogis put 13 of the best yoga pants through the wringer to determine which pairs live up to the hype.
Best Rain Pants of 2022
Choosing a pair of rain pants is an unwanted bear of a task. We've done the dirty work, which involves sorting through the massive market and deciding on the best 13 to purchase for testing.
Best Long Underwear of 2022
With temperatures dropping, it's time to prepare to play outside in the cold. We've compared 11 of the best long underwear options on the market, side-by-side, to bring you a...
Best Long Underwear for Women of 2022
Are you looking for your next long underwear bottom? After sifting through 80 different options out there, we chose 10 of the best. We wore each while battling the high seas North of...
Best Ski Pants of 2022
We have done the work for you, swapping pants until we could generate the most authoritative comparisons possible. The result is a comprehensive assessment of the ski pants market. If...
Best Ski Pants for Women of 2022
With a plethora of women's ski and snowboard pants on the market, it can be overwhelming to decide which pair is right for you. But don't worry—we narrowed it down to the top 13 pairs...
Best Budget Sweatpants for Women of 2022
After extensive research, our experts purchased the 9 most promising pairs of women's sweatpants available on the market, performed an in-depth analysis, and present the pros and cons of...
Best Budget Pants for Women
Our experts researched the best women's pants and purchased the top 10 products to test using our hands-on approach. From rugged work-wear to go-anywhere pants, we have a style that has...
Best Budget Pants of 2022
Is the thought of replacing your favorite but old and worn-out pants daunting? We researched 25 of the best-selling pants available before taking a deeper look at 10 of the best-looking...
Best Jeans of 2022
Have you been scouring the internet to find the perfect pair of men's jeans? Our expert gear testers put the nine most popular options up to a rigorous head to head test.
Best Jeans for Women
Are you looking for the best women's jeans? Our testers did the homework for you and put nine of the most popular jeans on the market through rigorous testing.
Best Budget Sweatpants of 2022
Looking to stay cozy in a new pair of sweatpants? After researching 25 highly regarded pairs, we extensively tested the 10 best to help ease your search.Recent Gear Reviews in Pants
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REI Co-op Midweight Bottoms Review
These midweight bottoms do the job of keeping you warm and dry, even when you're on a budget. Warm yet still breathable,
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Kari Traa Rulle High-Waist Review
This lightweight synthetic bottom offers incredible modern style, noticeable comfort, and sufficient breathability, at an affordable price.
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Outdoor Research Ferrosi Pant - Women's Review
We love these flexible, breathable, and flattering hiking pants. The durable fabric stands up to constant wear. You'll appreciate it since they work so well for so many activities.
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Outdoor Research Ferrosi Pants Review
These leg-covers are the best overall hiking pant because of their breathability, a great combination of comfort and mobility, and a variety of features that make them versatile.
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Alo Yoga High-Waisted Airbrush Review
One of our favorite pairs of yoga pants, we loved them for almost all types of yoga, thanks to their stretchy but supportive material.
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90 Degree by Reflex High Waist Powerflex Review
A simple and inexpensive option. The material looks good, and although it isn’t the most comfortable or breathable fabric, it fits well, is easy to move in, and looks good on. If you are...Pants Learning Center
How to Choose Ski Pants for Men
Whether you ski or snowboard, you'll have to cover your legs with something. We break down the choices you'll make to ease the shopping process in this article.
How to Choose Hiking Pants
Choosing the correct hiking pant can be a difficult task, with many different factors going into your decision. In this article we analyze some of the important questions that you should...
How to Choose Hiking Pants for Women
With hundreds of hiking pants available today and dozens of dream trips to various climates on your tick list, it can feel nearly impossible to find the perfect pair of hiking pants for...
How to Choose Rain Pants
There is a lot of difficult to decipher with terminology when it comes to waterproof/breathable fabrics and it can be hard to figure out what construction method might be best...
How to Choose the Perfect Pair of Men's Long Underwear Bottoms
Ready to trade your dingey cotton long johns for a modern pair? Today's models fit, feel, and function MUCH better than the ones you grew up with
How to Choose Ski Pants for Women
Ski pants are sometime left as an afterthought when assembling one's gear, but it's one that should not be overlooked. Important for staying dry and comfortable on the mountain, it is an...Ad-free. Influence-free. Powered by Testing.
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