- Time of past OR future Camino
- Frances 2022
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Thanks, I'll take a look. And I agree, those zip offs are unfortunate when you're trying to look a little nicer.I had the same problem as you when I was gearing up for my CF in 2022. I thought I'd settled on a pair of Columbia convertible pants, but the material felt uncomfortable and the fit was too shapeless.
I ended up buying a pair of Prana Stretch Zion pants and they were the perfect choice.
I’ve had Columbia zip offs in the past and didn’t care for them. I bought a pair of Kuhl zip offs and just spent 20 days in Columbia hiking all over the place. I like them so much I’m thinking about buying a second pair. They aren’t the easiest to attach the legs while you’re wearing the shorts part, but I got better with time. One other thing, they were extremely comfortable and I never even knew I was wearing convertible pants.I've avoided zip-off convertible pants because I found them uncomfortable. But the idea behind them is so useful, I'm reconsidering.
On me, they chafe where the zipper is. I don't have especially thick thighs, so I'm not sure why it bothers me. I'm wondering if other users here have specific brand suggestions or comments.
I'm interested in something with at least a couple of cargo pockets. I tried some Columbia brand ones that I returned. Also, a couple higher end brands whose name I don't remember that I tried on at the local outfitter.... all irritated me.
The last time I was traveling when the weather got too hot for me, I ended up hacking off the legs of one of my pants to create shorts!
Thanks, I'll take a look.I bought a pair of Kuhl zip offs and just spent 20 days in Columbia hiking all over the place. I like them so much I’m thinking about buying a second pair. They aren’t the easiest to attach the legs while you’re wearing the shorts part, but I got better with time. One other thing, they were extremely comfortable and I never even knew I was wearing convertible pants.
Thanks. Do you mean the Kuhl's or the Pranas?I use the same. They work a treat
Señor Jacques, are the Prana Stretch Zion pants quick dry?I had the same problem as you when I was gearing up for my CF in 2022. I thought I'd settled on a pair of Columbia convertible pants, but the material felt uncomfortable and the fit was too shapeless.
I ended up buying a pair of Prana Stretch Zion pants and they were the perfect choice. They're not exactly zip-off convertible pants: instead, they have snaps at the bottom of each leg so you can roll up the pants from the ankle to just below the knee and keep them secured. Having the extra ventilation on my calves when things got too warm proved to be just the ticket. (They're also discreetly ventilated in the inseam gusset, which is a feature I wish all hiking pants would have.) The understated cargo pocket was the perfect size to fit my credential and passport, so I always had them on me instead of having to worry about keeping them in a seperate bag, and there's a "hidden" zippered coin pocket as well which fits some emergency cash/cards or even a minimalist wallet.
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The fabric is soft and has just the right amount of stretch., And perhaps best of all - they're nicely tailored and don't scream "long distance hiking pants", which meant I could wear them in the cities I visited after my walk without looking too unkempt. They're not the cheapest pants, but I still wear the pair I bought almost two years after my walk so I've gotten a good amount of use from the initial investment. And you can get 20% off your first order when you sign up on the Prana website.
REI sell a line called the Sahara convertible cargo pant. I have used them on all six of my Caminos. They are made of 100 nylon, are windproof, and even if soaking wet (from rain) usually dry enough to wear in about 30 minutes.I've avoided zip-off convertible pants because I found them uncomfortable. But the idea behind them is so useful, I'm reconsidering.
On me, they chafe where the zipper is. I don't have especially thick thighs, so I'm not sure why it bothers me. I'm wondering if other users here have specific brand suggestions or comments.
I'm interested in something with at least a couple of cargo pockets. I tried some Columbia brand ones that I returned. Also, a couple higher end brands whose name I don't remember that I tried on at the local outfitter.... all irritated me.
The last time I was traveling when the weather got too hot for me, I ended up hacking off the legs of one of my pants to create shorts!
There's a store in Westbrook, just outside of Portland. That's a bit of a drive from Rockland admittedly.Given that you live in Maine, USA, you should have access to an REI - somewhere.
I have considered but never purchased zip offs because the zip seam is always stiff and would be annoying. Also, (more important) I like long pants for the sun protection! I have Marmot pants that roll up about 25cm with a tab to secure. But for the Camino I just wore standard hiking pants (Australian brand Mountain designs or an old Macpac pair).I've avoided zip-off convertible pants because I found them uncomfortable. But the idea behind them is so useful, I'm reconsidering.
On me, they chafe where the zipper is. I don't have especially thick thighs, so I'm not sure why it bothers me. I'm wondering if other users here have specific brand suggestions or comments.
I'm interested in something with at least a couple of cargo pockets. I tried some Columbia brand ones that I returned. Also, a couple higher end brands whose name I don't remember that I tried on at the local outfitter.... all irritated me.
The last time I was traveling when the weather got too hot for me, I ended up hacking off the legs of one of my pants to create shorts!
Señor Jacques, are the Prana Stretch Zion pants quick dry?
Agree, used Kuhl zip offs for 2023 CF. Quick drying if/when wet.I’ve had Columbia zip offs in the past and didn’t care for them. I bought a pair of Kuhl zip offs and just spent 20 days in Columbia hiking all over the place. I like them so much I’m thinking about buying a second pair. They aren’t the easiest to attach the legs while you’re wearing the shorts part, but I got better with time. One other thing, they were extremely comfortable and I never even knew I was wearing convertible pants.
I have worn Columbia brand ones on every Camino I've done since I started doing Caminos again. I'm not sure if they are the same brand as the ones you used. My son, who walked the 2016 Camino with me really liked them, too. I would go and check which model they were. I'd go and check but I am out of town, visiting with my sister after some hospitalero training over the weekend. When I get back home later this week I can check.I've avoided zip-off convertible pants because I found them uncomfortable. But the idea behind them is so useful, I'm reconsidering.
On me, they chafe where the zipper is. I don't have especially thick thighs, so I'm not sure why it bothers me. I'm wondering if other users here have specific brand suggestions or comments.
I'm interested in something with at least a couple of cargo pockets. I tried some Columbia brand ones that I returned. Also, a couple higher end brands whose name I don't remember that I tried on at the local outfitter.... all irritated me.
The last time I was traveling when the weather got too hot for me, I ended up hacking off the legs of one of my pants to create shorts!
Thanks for posting the photos. Lots of KUHL zip-off fans around here. But they are sure not giving them away, are they?Concur, Kuhl is comfortable, cool looking, and with an excellent fit, compared to the several brands of convertible pants that I bought over the years at REI. Kuhl zippers have bothered me the least. Kuhl has a fabric liner on the inside of the convertible pants’ zipper, which keeps the zipper away from your skin. (See photos of my husband’s pants.)
Check out the Cresta Pants from LL Bean! Having tried and tested a variety of brands I find them to be the best on 2 Caminos. They also have an inner flap liner that covers the zipper teeth inside the pants to prevent rubbing. I actually just did a deep dive into these pants in a recent video on my youtube channel if you are interested! Oh and here is a photo of the zipper flap!I've avoided zip-off convertible pants because I found them uncomfortable. But the idea behind them is so useful, I'm reconsidering.
On me, they chafe where the zipper is. I don't have especially thick thighs, so I'm not sure why it bothers me. I'm wondering if other users here have specific brand suggestions or comments.
I'm interested in something with at least a couple of cargo pockets. I tried some Columbia brand ones that I returned. Also, a couple higher end brands whose name I don't remember that I tried on at the local outfitter.... all irritated me.
The last time I was traveling when the weather got too hot for me, I ended up hacking off the legs of one of my pants to create shorts!
Got my new pair last winter in a clearance sale, should have bought two - but then, that was before I became a Camino addict…..
Of course, they don't say which model, but looking at the website, I'm pretty sure they are Silver Ridge. I've got pretty chunky thighs. I can't count the number of "lifetime guarantee" Tilley pants I wore through in the thighs as a result when I was still wearing them. But I haven't had any problems with these Columbias, either with them being tight or wearing through.I have worn Columbia brand ones on every Camino I've done since I started doing Caminos again. I'm not sure if they are the same brand as the ones you used. My son, who walked the 2016 Camino with me really liked them, too. I would go and check which model they were. I'd go and check but I am out of town, visiting with my sister after some hospitalero training over the weekend. When I get back home later this week I can check.
Hi Stephen - you might want to explore OR ( Outdoor Research) clothing. Some of the zip off pants had the zip overtop of fabric so to not touch your legs.I've avoided zip-off convertible pants because I found them uncomfortable. But the idea behind them is so useful, I'm reconsidering.
On me, they chafe where the zipper is. I don't have especially thick thighs, so I'm not sure why it bothers me. I'm wondering if other users here have specific brand suggestions or comments.
I'm interested in something with at least a couple of cargo pockets. I tried some Columbia brand ones that I returned. Also, a couple higher end brands whose name I don't remember that I tried on at the local outfitter.... all irritated me.
The last time I was traveling when the weather got too hot for me, I ended up hacking off the legs of one of my pants to create shorts!
I took 2 pairs of North Face zip-offs. They will soften up every time you wash them. Never use any fabric softener or tumble drier cloths. It stops them wicking moisture effectively.I've avoided zip-off convertible pants because I found them uncomfortable. But the idea behind them is so useful, I'm reconsidering.
On me, they chafe where the zipper is. I don't have especially thick thighs, so I'm not sure why it bothers me. I'm wondering if other users here have specific brand suggestions or comments.
I'm interested in something with at least a couple of cargo pockets. I tried some Columbia brand ones that I returned. Also, a couple higher end brands whose name I don't remember that I tried on at the local outfitter.... all irritated me.
The last time I was traveling when the weather got too hot for me, I ended up hacking off the legs of one of my pants to create shorts!
I felt the same as you. However, this last October I needed to save some weight and my REI zipoffs were the solution. It ended up being cold and rainy so I wore them as long pants almost exclusively. They worked well. They were lightweight and no rubbing or chafing. I was happy to have them.I've avoided zip-off convertible pants because I found them uncomfortable. But the idea behind them is so useful, I'm reconsidering.
On me, they chafe where the zipper is. I don't have especially thick thighs, so I'm not sure why it bothers me. I'm wondering if other users here have specific brand suggestions or comments.
I'm interested in something with at least a couple of cargo pockets. I tried some Columbia brand ones that I returned. Also, a couple higher end brands whose name I don't remember that I tried on at the local outfitter.... all irritated me.
The last time I was traveling when the weather got too hot for me, I ended up hacking off the legs of one of my pants to create shorts!
The only hiking pants I wear are REI Sahara Convertible Pants (https://www.rei.com/product/202030/rei-co-op-sahara-convertible-pants-mens)I've avoided zip-off convertible pants because I found them uncomfortable. But the idea behind them is so useful, I'm reconsidering.
On me, they chafe where the zipper is. I don't have especially thick thighs, so I'm not sure why it bothers me. I'm wondering if other users here have specific brand suggestions or comments.
I'm interested in something with at least a couple of cargo pockets. I tried some Columbia brand ones that I returned. Also, a couple higher end brands whose name I don't remember that I tried on at the local outfitter.... all irritated me.
The last time I was traveling when the weather got too hot for me, I ended up hacking off the legs of one of my pants to create shorts!
Try ordering online. Size up, per my experience.There's a store in Westbrook, just outside of Portland. That's a bit of a drive from Rockland admittedly.
Totally agree, they are worth the money.I’ve had Columbia zip offs in the past and didn’t care for them. I bought a pair of Kuhl zip offs and just spent 20 days in Columbia hiking all over the place. I like them so much I’m thinking about buying a second pair. They aren’t the easiest to attach the legs while you’re wearing the shorts part, but I got better with time. One other thing, they were extremely comfortable and I never even knew I was wearing convertible pants.
No, they’re competitors.I have no issues at all with my Kathmandu zip-off pants. Wore them in CF 2022 and will be taking them again this year; might even buy a second pair as they’re so handy and comfy. Kathmandu is a New Zealand brand which I believe also owns Macpac, purchased in Australia - recommend them, cant fault them. .
That's definitely one of the handiest things about them.If the lower leg sections get muddy or dirty, zip them off and rinse or wash in any convenient water source. I have used fuentes (fountains), rain barrels, and even a stream once. Once you wring them out, they air dry in about 30 minutes. THAT is why I love these pants.
I wore Columbia zip off. Very light and dried quickly. I walked May18- June 28 2023. When I got into June I zipped them off and just wore them as shorts the rest of the trip. In fact they're still zipped off, I will have to zip them back on for this May-June camino. Was a little cool a couple days in May so it was nice to have them as long pants.I have worn Columbia brand ones on every Camino I've done since I started doing Caminos again. I'm not sure if they are the same brand as the ones you used. My son, who walked the 2016 Camino with me really liked them, too. I would go and check which model they were. I'd go and check but I am out of town, visiting with my sister after some hospitalero training over the weekend. When I get back home later this week I can check.
I’m not a fan either. My long hiking pants have elastic in the ankles that can be pulled tighter to shorten.I am not a fan of zip off pants. Apart from the chafing they are a pain to convert from one to the other. Far easier to have separate shorts and long pants.
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