Mens convertible trousers

[gerardcarey]

I'm looking for the brand name or supplier of convertible trousers that have a zip pocket, the entry to which is inside the main pocket.
Thanks in anticipation
Gerard

 

[vicrev]

Haven't seen any & believe me, gerard ,I haunt the outdoor clothing shops,the trousers sound good,I'd certainly buy a pair, I like the idea of a concealed zipped pocket...................Vicrev

 

[Espero]

The North Face Paramount Peak convertible pants have a zippered pocket near the right front pocket, but not inside. http://www.thenorthface.com/catalog/sc-gear/mens-paramount-peak-convertible-pant.html

 

[gerardcarey]

I met an English guy wearing them while we were walking in New Zealand. I think he said he got them in Europe. Italy or France maybe?

 

[vicrev]

Sounds a like France,the French are big on gadgety things , I'm over to France in D ecember,Ill checkout our local outdoor gear shop & any success will let you know..........,..........Vicrev

 

[gerardcarey]

Sounds a like France,the French are big on gadgety things , I'm over to France in D ecember,Ill checkout our local outdoor gear shop & any success will let you know..........,..........Vicrev

Tks mate
Maybe, http://www.craghoppers.com/kiwi-convertible-trousers-51623.html
But can't quite see how 'inside' the security pocket is, and 35% Cotton 65% polyester, and weight 510g.

 

[vicrev]

See what you mean.......I'm into Anaconda tomorrow,Il'l ask, I find them very helpful..........510g a tad heavy?......vicrev

 

[vicrev]

just weighed my Columbia zip-offs 210 g.......very pleased with them,100% omni dry nylon, dry in 10 minutes & have had one hell of a workout,unfortunately no hidden pockets........Vicrev

 

[GreatDane]

Macabi skirts have a zip pocket inside the right pocket.

 

[vicrev]

If they work for you Great Dane go for it, It's your Camino.............Vicrev

 

[JennyH94]

Hi Gerard and Lads et al ...
Furthering the discussion on Great Dane's comment ...
'Looks like the Macabi Skirt for Men could be a goer! Their website says their pockets are so roomy they can hold half a kilo of trail mix! With or without the bag I ask myself! If you check out the controversial "Gender Differences on the Camino" thread from a few months back you could have an entertaining meander to the Macabi website but if you want to take a short-cut, google Macabi Skirt for Men and be likewise entertained! The manufacturer's promise is that this skirt for men is a healthy sporting option (read the small print!) that will take you from a 200 mile hike in the Sierra Madre to dinner in Dubrovnik, though they don't mention an Aussie BBQ!
Cheers - Jenny

 

[Bajaracer]

I'm looking for the brand name or supplier of convertible trousers that have a zip pocket, the entry to which is inside the main pocket.
Thanks in anticipation
Gerard

Mountain Khakis might have what you're looking for, the side cargo pocket has a zippered pocket under the flap and a rear zip pocket and side zip pocket.

 

[pnwPilgrim]

just weighed my Columbia zip-offs 210 g.......very pleased with them,100% omni dry nylon, dry in 10 minutes & have had one hell of a workout,unfortunately no hidden pockets........Vicrev

Vicrev, I've been looking at those too, and wonder: how well do the lower sections remove over boots? Or do you have to de-shoe first?

 

[gerardcarey]

'Looks like the Macabi Skirt for Men could be a goer!

I have already determined that if I come across a man on the Camino wearing this disgraceful piece of clothing that I will give him a damn good slapping.

 

[gerardcarey]

Or do you have to de-shoe first?

Columbia zip-offs are my current trousers and you have to get your shoes off.

 

[vicrev]

No, pnwPilgrim..The pants split partly up the sides & are held together by velcro, with a press stud down the bottom,they slide over my boots O.K...........................Vicrev

 

[vicrev]

Gerard,Ive come over all shivery............Vicrev

 

[pilgrim b]

Gerard,Ive come over all shivery............Vicrev

Take that skirt off then vicrev what did you expect!!!

 

[pilgrim b]

Rohan UK do several weights of trousers all with internal zip security pockets but don't do any zip offs . At least they didn't, try their site and enquire this url will take you there : http://www.rohan.co.uk

Ps Just taken a look "Trailblazers" very expensive but Rohan bags are worn by many walkers here in the Uk and are renowned for their long life wear, and dry out after a storm within five to ten minutes .

 

[vicrev]

It,s a kilt !!! !.............

 

[daesdaemar]

Sierra Trading Post (SierraTradingPost.com) has been a good source of discounted outdoor travel gear. I have a couple pairs of pants as you describe from them.
Also, REI.com another good source.

 

[gerardcarey]

Rohan bags are worn by many walkers here in the Uk

Thanks, not bad pilgrim, weights ok. Reasonable price too. I've considered sniping off the little zip hand toggle. This would make it much more difficult to access the contents as you'd have to slide the zip across with a fingernail. The contents would then be more secure.

 

[vicrev]

Went to Anaconda today, pwbPilgrim,no such luck,thousands of pants,none with a concealed pocket.........Vicrev

 

[Deleted member 3000]

Fishermen prefer zippers to velcro or snaps, so put fishing pants on your search itinerary. Finding an internal zippered pocket may be hard. Fishing pants are almost always quick drying for the obvious reason.

 

[pilgrim b]

Thanks, not bad pilgrim, weights ok. Reasonable price too. I've considered sniping off the little zip hand toggle. This would make it much more difficult to access the contents as you'd have to slide the zip across with a fingernail. The contents would then be more secure.

I had a word with one of the Rohan managers yesterday ,they are open always to suggestions at head office, and I asked them to think about returning to their inside security pocket when they next produce the trousers.
I looked at them yesterday in shop so to speak and the tag is under a pocket flap just below the belt line making your suggestion difficult for you to open the pocket, as for the dippers much more difficult to say? Thinking out loud though, it is as equally difficult to open as the inside security pocket!
Any way they are doing a deal at the moment reducing them by 20% in the sale so I have bagged a pair 38 waist. Just wouldn't get in your kilt Vicrev far too shivery.

 

[Bajaracer]

Mountain Khakis Granite Creek convertible trousers have a hidden zippered pocket in the side cargo pocket.

 

[vicrev]

I like the look of those pants Baj,the triple stitching too, where are they available from ?........the only downside I can see is you will lose the pen when you start walking..............sorry ,I just cant help myself.........keep smiling.......Vicrev

 

[vicrev]

Sorry pilgrimB,no way your getting into my kilt...we havent been introduced...........Vicrev

 

[Bajaracer]

I like the look of those pants Baj,the triple stitching too, where are they available from ?........the only downside I can see is you will lose the pen when you start walking..............sorry ,I just cant help myself.........keep smiling.......Vicrev

These are Mountain Khakis Granite Creek, I got mine from Ebay, the pen is for reference to scale.

 

[Deleted member 3000]

http://www.mountainkhakis.com/products/men/pants/mens-granite-creek-pant.cfm

http://www.mountainkhakis.com/products/men/pants/mens-granite-creek-convertible.cfm

http://www.amazon.com/Mountain-Khakis-Granite-Creek-Convertible/dp/B004HHOVY8/ref=pd_sim_a_4

 

[pilgrim b]

Ho Ho Vicrev very drole !!!!

 

[Bajaracer]

I'm looking for the brand name or supplier of convertible trousers that have a zip pocket, the entry to which is inside the main pocket.
Thanks in anticipation
Gerard

Are the Mountain Khakis Granite Creek Convertibles what you are looking for?

 

[Diogo92]

I'm not sure, but last time I was in a Colombia shop here in Portugal, I think that I've seen a pair of trousers with that kind of pocket. The thing is that, they where not convertible

Best Regards
Diogo

 

[gerardcarey]

Are the Mountain Khakis Granite Creek Convertibles what you are looking for?

They look like the best so far. Thanks mate

 

[Bajaracer]

I used both the Granite Creek trousers and shorts, very comfortable and more durable than most, the hidden pocket inside the cargo pocket held my US passport and credential in a ziploc bag and my wallet in the zippered seam pocket. I plan on using them again for the Via de la Plata next year.