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Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
from Rhode Island on 3/13/2008
I sent it back, didn't fit well,
from Northern Shenandaoh Valley on 1/18/2008
Bought three of these for my son who is to spend his Spring semester in New Zealand. The versatility of the zip offs, and nylon construction will be very beneficial. He tried out one pair on a recent hike and is very pleased. His only complaint concerns the waist being tighter than expected compared to other similar size clothes.
from Chicago on 7/15/2007
I can only say that I wish more cloths were as well designed, well made and practical as these pants. That they manage to be so stylish in spite of their obvious practicality is nothing short of amazing.
from Glendale, NY on 5/12/2007
I ordered a size 32. It was so tight that I couldn't even zipper it.
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from Burke, VA on 5/3/2007
Much better than the North Face and Mountain Hardware convertible/zip-offs I have had in the past - pleasantly surprised by this products durability and versatility.
from Finger Lakes Region, New York, USA on 4/29/2007
As a cabinetmaker, I appreciate tools greatly. These pants are a great tool. The vertical zip pockets on the front thigh are especially handy for money clips, pda's, knives, cell phones etc. The material is highly durable and washable. I have 3 pairs and wear them daily. Good looking, too.
from Honolulu, HI on 4/26/2007
Good Product, will buy again
from New Hampshire on 4/5/2007
These are the best pants that I own. Currently I own 6 pairs of these. They are the best for backpacking as they dry so fast and are VERY lightweight. I use them from all types of treks ranging from backpacking to kayaking to whitewater rafting.
from Ligonier, PA on 4/2/2007
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from St. Somewhere on 3/4/2007
Great product if the size issue gets resolved. Will consider purchasing these next season.
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from Montague, MA on 2/27/2007
I got what I paid for.
from Pasadena, MD on 2/23/2007
Ordering on line you take that chance that everything won't be perfect. The pants fit ok and I will wear them, in fact I am wearing them right now, but if I had tried them on in a store, I probably would not have purchased them.
from Grand Rapids Michigan on 2/15/2007
Took them to Sudan in 113 degree days and they performed well. Light weight, many pockets and look nice. Took other's suggestion on sizing up one size and they fit well.
from Centereach, Long Island, New York on 2/12/2007
The pants are a little on the tight side. [...]
from Albany, NY on 2/6/2007
I always take a 34 waist and these are very tight. [...]
from Rhode Island on 2/1/2007
I was disappointed to find that these pants did not have zippers at the ankles. Other zip-off pants do.
from Philadelphia, PA on 1/29/2007
Great pants. Nice and light, and very breathable. I will get a lot of use out of them, through Spring, Summer and Autumn. Take up very little room when traveling and look good enough to wear to work. Sized correctly.
from Morrisville, PA on 1/22/2007
The color was the problem as it was not the desired shade of gray.
from Kansas City on 1/22/2007
When I buy jeans I usually wear a 34/34. I had read previous reviews on these pants claming that they run a little small. Based on this, I ordered size 36. When I tried these pants on, I couldn't even get them buttoned b/c the waist was so small. As far as length, they were about 2 inches from hitting the tops of my running shoes. [...]
from Painesville, OH on 1/22/2007
Needed to be just a very little bigger in the waist for a size 32.
from Miami, FL on 1/19/2007
I liked my first pair so much that I purchased 2 more in different colors. I'll never go back to other pants again.
from Northborough, Massachusetts on 1/17/2007
It was great
from west warwick RI on 1/17/2007
I need these pants, do to the fact i just lost my right leg. The ease of the zipper lets me look great.
from San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua on 1/15/2007
I love these pants. Tried several brands as I live in the tropics of Nicarauga. Lightweight, stylish, I'm ordering several more. Killer buy too!
from Eastern PA on 1/10/2007
Love the style. Got 2 right-size pair as a gift, but had to return for next size up. Not sure why the waist is too tight in these, but they are.
Glad to see quick-drying, and can't wait to test on the kayak. Is it true that this is the 'new style', but being discontinued because not enough interest?
from Hartford, CT on 1/6/2007
It's a light and comfortable fit. They are a little short as I'm 6'2" and you can't adjust the pant leg
from Augusta, GA on 1/3/2007
Bought pants on-line. Size said 34". Taped measurement is 30". So much for on-line shopping at EMS....at least where pants are concerned.
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from Wellington Colorado on 1/3/2007
Very stylish. Lightweight and quick drying. Just enough pockets without looking like your wearing saddlebags on your hips. True to size.
from Tyngsboro, MA on 1/3/2007
Liked the pants but had to return them becasue they were too short. I don't usually have problems with length.
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from Clifton Park, NY on 1/3/2007
Light-weight, breathable pants. The color is good, hides the mud. They look cool enough to wear out even when I am not hiking.
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from NYC on 1/2/2007
i bought these pants just before leaving for kilimanjaro and they were just what i needed (though not so much for colder weather). lightweight, super packable, and plenty of storage space. when i got back i bought them in the other 3 colors too. plus they can become shorts- i can't wait for summer to come again!
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from Virginia on 1/2/2007
Good Choice
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from Seattle on 12/7/2006
An elastic portion of the waist band would be nice. Other pants of this style have them and it allows you to be more active.
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from Chicago on 12/6/2006
Glad I read some comments about sizing and consequently ordered a size larger. They fit just right.
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from Guilford CT on 12/6/2006
Buy next size bigger
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from Binghamton NY on 12/5/2006
Overall these are nice pants, But there are 2 very serious flaws:
1:Restrictive fit around the hips-I've gotten used to it, but it is very tight arount the hips, to the point where it is difficult to even reach in the pockets. I wouldn't call it uncomfortable, but definitely restrictive. The waist itself fits fine.
2: The front pockets and inner cargo pockets are made of fragile mesh- the material can be easily snagged and damaged by items you put in your pockets, and I would be surprised if I don't develop holes within a few months.
The slight decrease in weight and perhaps increase in breathability is definitely not worth having pockets you can't trust. I have avoided using the zippered cargo pockets so I don't damage them, which is a shame because they would be very useful if I could use them.
If these flaws were fixed they would be the best pants I own and I would buy several more
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from Phoenix, AZ on 12/4/2006
They run a bit small. I usually wear 32x32, but had to return a pair of these for 34's. The length was fine. I love all the pockets! They are well articulated - I wore them on a couple of desert climbing outings and didn't feel constricted on any moves. They also kept me warm on a cold, wet morning(45F - yes, it does sometimes rain in the desert), and cool on a hot afternoon(approx 90F).
from Flagstaff AZ on 11/12/2006
poor supplex material - very crunchy, and shorts are too long.
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from new haven, CT on 11/2/2006
Good overall quality. Could use more flexibility in choosing lengths.
from Ashaway, RI on 11/2/2006
Extemely versatile, Excellent construction! Nice fit if you buy a couple of sizes up. Had to exchange the first pair and go up two sizes.
from Florida/New Hampshire on 11/1/2006
These are the greatest, most comfortable, and fit just right for my family. I tried the womens and they are too low in the hips; however, the mens are a great fit for all men and women. We all got a size large than what we normally wear and they are perfect. We salt water fish, hike, bike and camp in these and run around socially with them. EXCELLENT PANTS....BUY THEM!!
from Colorado Springs, CO on 11/1/2006
I bought these pants for climbing because I have always gotten incredible wear out of EMS hiking pants. These are an improvement over older styles. I especially like the pockets and their design and locations. I like these pants so much that I am also wearing them everyday instead of blue jeans!
from East Longmeadow, MA on 10/9/2006
fits way too tight in the seat, otherwise it is a good product. [...]
from Machias, NY on 10/6/2006
pretty good, a bit lighter weight than I expected, also had to haved them hemmed, don't think they will hold up as well to the abuse I will put them through as other brands will.
from Rochester, New York on 10/5/2006
Hiked two of the Adirondack high peaks and the pants were light weight but very durable. I fell acouple of times and the pants never ripped. I highly recommend this product.
from San Francisco, CA on 10/2/2006
The fit is a little tight. I would reccommend one size bigger than what you normally wear.
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from Central MA home of the `06 Nobel Prize on 10/2/2006
[...] has built much better pants. I don`t like the belt loops. They would be much better if they had an integral band and an elastic scruntch at the waist sides, improving the fit at the waist.