Do you think these pants will be durable and comfortable for an archaeologist out in the hot sun and DIRT? Is the material thin and nylon-ish (like athletic pants), medium weight, or heavy-duty?
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Thin rip stop type material like Army ACU pants. The fabric it has little grids or hashtag, squares. There's no padding in the thickness like a Carhart pant would be and thinner than a pair of Dickies. They are not waterproof but water beads up some on them but will soak through a little.
384777
Probably durable but they seem to hold heat in when the sun is shining on them.
384778
Definitely will do well in the dirt. The material is between medium and heavy-duty. Very durable and comfy! Not too much ventilation though--I used them while in equatorial Africa and survived, but was a bit hot.
384779
The pants are thin but the knit is very tight so I wouldn't say they are "like athletic pants" but definitely thinner and more lightweight compared to other Tac pants. Dirt will be no problem for these pants.
1069254
It depends on your metabolism. The pants are excellent for tropical environs but I would wear them in the Sierra wilderness trek during the sunny day hiking but they are not heavily durable so I think you need something a bit more of a tuff weave for backpacking in wilderness alpine rough conditions.
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I bought a pair of them in different colours. Waist size is critical when selecting your item and fitts rather Ok. The feeling when wearing this wide built trousers is very comfortable although different if compared with other brands more fitted. If you want this garment to hike this is a good choice. I have been along Atacama desert and more then happy. Good luck hope having helped
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They're more poly than cotton, but having worn BDU's for the better part of my life, I can say they're top notch. They're water resistant, the pockets are well placed and keep their shape well. Honestly I have no complaints. I wear then to work when I have to, and I work on an Army base where a lot of other contractors wear them. They're a little above standard cargo pants, I highly recommend them.Des Specht
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They seem to be keeping the color fine. I have a few pair of the navy ones I've had for a few years and they've done fine. They aren't as good as say the Arc'teryx or Massif pants I have... But they're not $300... For the price point they're at, I haven't found anything as good or better.
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I would say it's tougher than Dockers without a doubt. I have found the material to be very comfortable in summer and winter and to be of a good strong material, soft yet strong.
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They probably wouldn't be too warm, but I would personally choose lighter pants if it was that warm (I live in Michigan - 50 degrees feels warm outside to me!). I wear these sweatpants outside to jog or walk when it's 30-40 degrees, but my body temp heats up by jogging. After you wash these a few times, they sort of lose a tiny bit of the fuzz inside, but I still love them. If it's 30 degrees or colder, I'll wear these + some running tights underneath. Sorry if this doesn't answer your question! If it's 50-60 degrees outside and I wear these pants, I'd probably wear a short sleeve shirt as long as it's sunny. They probably wouldn't be too warm, but I would personally choose lighter pants if it was that warm (I live in Michigan - 50 degrees feels warm outside to me!). I wear these sweatpants outside to jog or walk when it's 30-40 degrees, but my body temp heats up by jogging. After you wash these a few times, they sort of lose a tiny bit of the fuzz inside, but I still love them. If it's 30 degrees or colder, I'll wear these + some running tights underneath. Sorry if this doesn't answer your question! If it's 50-60 degrees outside and I wear these pants, I'd probably wear a short sleeve shirt as... » Read More They probably wouldn't be too warm, but I would personally choose lighter pants if it was that warm (I live in Michigan - 50 degrees feels warm outside to me!). I wear these sweatpants outside to jog or walk when it's 30-40 degrees, but my body temp heats up by jogging. After you wash these a few times, they sort of lose a tiny bit of the fuzz inside, but I still love them. If it's 30 degrees or colder, I'll wear these + some running tights underneath. Sorry if this doesn't answer your question! If it's 50-60 degrees outside and I wear these pants, I'd probably wear a short sleeve shirt as long as it's sunny. « Show Less
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I think the pant not suitable for a very hot climate (hot and humid) place.It's medium thickness,not very light weight,but good bresthable.
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Yes. They are slightly lighter than denim jeans, but warmer than traditional cargo/hiking pants. (If in doubt, take a pair of footless tights - but unless it gets into the sub-freezing temps, I don't think you'd need any under layer. )
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I can't answer for these pants since I returned them due to poor fit. But I have similar nylon pants, and YES, they can feel cold in the early morning, especially if its windy. Once I get hiking I warm up, but I sometimes wear tights under the nylon pants if the weather is really chilly.
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Hi there- The pkg doesn't say what the material is. They are black, semi-pliable & they wear quite well. I walk a lot in my work & I'm pleased with them. The only problem I've had is they occasionally get caught on low pile, closed loop carpet. Best Regards- Will R
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I have the duty pants and they aren't that low. I can't stand low riding pants, but these seem to keep me covered whenever I squat or bend over. I wear mine about an inch below my belly button (im 6 foot and have a pretty long torso though). Hope this helps!
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They are quite thin. I was happy in the mountains in spring, but they won't work for a winter hike. They are loose fitting but not baggy - underarmor would probably be fine, but nothing bulkier than that.
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I have run a spartan in these pants. I ran in a full plate carrier with a gasmask and these pants with boots. These pants held up just fine and I still wear them today for field geology and other outdoor activities. Just know these pants will weigh you down and limit your mobility, something you do not want to risk during OCRs since it could put you at a greater risk for injury.
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I found mine to be a good fit/comfortable everywhere but the crotch (and no, not making a sexual joke). The pants were kind of baggy/a little large for size, and I've read that for others as well for various sizes- that they tend to run a little large. I thought they were comfortable except for this one aspect, when I sat down being the most uncomfortable down there. FYI: these snow pants are rather cheap- zipper isn't great and the straps/elastic sides stretch easily so these are not something I'd recommend for constant use but maybe a one time/couple time casual outing.
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I have not yet had a chance to test drive these particular pants, though I am working on it. That said, these are nylon. I hear that before Underarmor invented wicking sportswear fabric, nylon was terrible stuff. I even believe it, as I had a horrible nylon sweater that would make me sweat in negative temps. However, nylon and polyester and other synthetic fabrics are in most athletic clothes, and they are both comfy and breathable, as well as quickly wicking away moisture. (And, in the case, moisture is sweat from hiking.)
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Bradford W. these are great RAIN pants, they will keep you dry from rain. However, they are not wading pants. If you are going to use them for rain protection while fishing, then yes excellent choice, if you plan to wade into the water no, not designed for that.