Good Pants?

I hunted in 5.11 pants (got a 2 for $30 deal some months ago) this weekend, fell in a reservoir, soaked them, and had a very chilly ride home.

Definately not good wet warmth, but otherwise terrific tacticool pants
 
cash2006 said:
I hunted in 5.11 pants (got a 2 for $30 deal some months ago) this weekend, fell in a reservoir, soaked them, and had a very chilly ride home.

Definately not good wet warmth, but otherwise terrific tacticool pants
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Were they the cotton or nylon ones?
 
k-spar said:
Were they the cotton or nylon ones?
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I am willing to bet they were the cotton/canvas?? I bought two pair of canvas and a pair of nylon. The "deal" on the nylon were each $30 and 2 pair of the canvas for $30. I like them both. Both have thier use but they both fit differently. Bought some of their shorts also.

KR
 
I don't have a problem using denim, Carhartts, 60/40 BDUs, or my 5.11 cotton/canvas for my outer pants, even in winter and snow. For rain in the summer I use a long poncho over the above. In cold weather I add polypro longjohns and if stopping I'll put on oversized polar fleece pants. For true wet weather or long term exposure I've got a pair of insulated Gor-Tex bib overalls. Too bulky for most activities but great for ice fishing or snowmobiling. I've always meant to get a couple pair of Woolrich wool hunting pants but so far haven't.
 
I've read many good things about Guide Gear nylon pants. I bought some but they didn't fit me well. They were well-made and very reasonably priced ($20)

http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/cb.aspx?a=151500

My favorite outdoor pants are the REI Mistrals made out of Schoeller Dynamic fabric. It's very breathable and tough. Definitely more expensive, though.
 
I like my Swedish military wool pants. Lots of pockets, durable comfortable and non-wicking. They have been to the top of Mt Rainier and St Helens and numerous other glacier and snow trips.

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Does anyone have any experience with the flannel or pile lined denim pants offered @ LL Bean/Eddie Bauer?
 
Swoop said:
Does anyone have any experience with the flannel or pile lined denim pants offered @ LL Bean/Eddie Bauer?
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I used to have a pair of LL Bean flannel lined jeans but they wore out, they were well constructed but I just wore 'em too much. I got a pair of fleece lined bean jeans last year and they almost never leave my legs in the Winter. They're quit warm and cut the wind well when skating, the relaxed fit is quite generous with a large excess in the rear, but this makes them ideal for layering. The denim is softer and tougher than my cheapo Walmart jeans and the colour has yet to fade substantially. Stress points are bartacked and every seam is double stitched. The pockets are also deep and well positioned. I find denim an excellent material in a dry cold but I have no experience with them in a wet cold. They are also surprisingly heavy which could obviously be a factor if you want to carry them around.
 
Unless you are gonna be sittin around camp fires a lot I would go with a good pair of fleece pants !
I have two pair of Mountain equipment Ultra Fleece base camp pants, they are twice as windproof as standard Polartec 200, quick drying, light-weight and really tough( I have been through brambles and all stuff with no damage ), they also still feel comfy even in heavy rain as they never seem to wet out.......one of my best buys ever !!!!
 
Fiddleback said:
Without a doubt in my mind the best outdoor gear for men, both price wise, and ruggedness, is at Duluth Trading Company!!!!

Google them. Their stuff is awesome.
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I have to agree here totally. I get their catalogs on a regular basis, Duluth has some awesome gear!
 
I spend a lot of time outdoors taking care of our animals and have amassed a huge amount of gear, always on the look-out for the best stuff for nasty weather. So, I have come to the conclusion that Filson is awesome. I have the Double Hunting Pants and the Bib Overalls. They have an oil finish so are wind and rain resistant. When they get dirty I just hose em off and let them air dry. The fabric is very tightly woven and they have stood up to the roughest treatment.
 
k-spar said:
Appropriate clothing is often mentioned in this forum, but we almost never discuss what's out there and what's good to use.

I've been on a never ending search for a good pair of outdoor pants.
For field mapping geology right now I wear a pair of double-kneed carhartts, which are great and very durable, but I don't like the fact that they are cotton.
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Geologists and surveyors do some mean bushwhacking, nothing like walking down a trail at all.

I've seen a lot of outdoor pants and IMHO, there is nothing offered that is as tough as Carhartts. The hiking industry is looking for light weight and breathability. The closest I have seen is some heavy nylon pants that REI made at one time, but they won't hold a candle to the Carhartts, or the Duluth Firehose pants mentioned elsewhere.

I have a pair of Rail Riders and they are okay, and Columbia, North Face, and others make similar weight pants. The guy who posted on the upland hunting pants has a good point too-- spendy stuff though.

I like to wear polyester long johns under light breathable rain gear (Marmot Precip) when I'm hiking in all-day drizzle. That's about the lightest and most waterproof CYA combo I can think of. What this is all about is getting soaked far from your vehicle and not being able to make it back, so you're looking for something to hike out in and/or keep you warm and dry while you build a fire and dry out your Carhartts. My summertime hiking backup is a pair of Golite Whim wind pants that are just 4oz -- and would last about 60 seconds off trail.
 
I think the best pants I own are the ones I got from Backyard Outfitter in their Woolrich Elite line of cargo pants. These are the thickest fabric, heaviest thread stitching and overall the best pants I've ever worn that wear and last better than anything else I've found. The pockets are the best ones around for withstanding the wear and tear of Waving knives a lot also.

Oh yeah. If you like jeans well I have favorites of those also. My all time favorite is a brand called Triple X but I think they were discontinued. I've managed to find a pair now and then in good repair at thrif stores and good will stores that I snag right away when I see these triple stitched heavy fabric jeans but after they became harder to get I started buying the Eddie Bauer jeans. Their pants may be made in China for all I know but they hold up, are well made and heavy. I've never had better than these two for good well made jeans and I wear all types.

If you can still find the old Osh Kosh overalls anywhere those are old time favorites of mine too but they discontinued their adult line of clothing unfortunately. I managed to stock up on those before hand but one day when those are worn away I guess I'll have to find a sub for those too. Probably Carhartt at that point. Those seem to be up there in durability too. I know I like their jackets a lot.

STR
 
I would look into snowboarding pants, There are many different manufacturers. If you look at your criteria I think it will work.

Most of them are waterproof or water resistant at least (nylon or synthetic) I have several pairs that have cordura nylon (Very tough) along the front and on the seat of the pants. If you have ever been snowboarding you would know why. I have used mine quite a bit during cold outdoor activities and they have held up great. Coupled with ECW polypro they work for me.

Take a look it might work for you.

Paul
 
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