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?
384776
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.
222839
I'm an EMT in South Carolina. As far as these types of pants go, they are alright in the heat... they are much more lightweight than some. However, none of them breathe particularly well. I have to wear dark blue ones, maybe a lighter color pant would be cooler.
2237146
I bought these pants in the summer and they have done well on cool mornings until fall. I would not consider them winter pants. I have been camping with them and put them on in the morning and that was ok. It really depends a lot on your personal preferences.
131625
yes they are, there heavy duty pants that most of the contracters use in iraq where its 115+i hike the grand canyon in them last yearand it was really hot. these pants are almost like wearing shorts
1468664
Sorry, got really busy. I just weighed the pants and they came out to 308 grams or 10.86 oz. So both the listed weight and description weight are off. Maybe it's a generic weight for a smaller size?
213988
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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The material is a nearly perfect and very lightweight (6.14 ounce fabric weight) 65/35 polyester/cotton, breathable durable ripstop blend that feels very comfortable against your skin. However, the only stretch is in the action waist band but nothing in the actual fabric.These shorts are also nearly wrinkle free after washing and dry fairly quickly when wet. They are great for wear in the subtropical climate that I work and live in. If you are looking for something heavier say a canvas material for cooler climates that do make a 8.5 oz. canvas cargo short that may be better that environment. Hope this helps! The material is a nearly perfect and very lightweight (6.14 ounce fabric weight) 65/35 polyester/cotton, breathable durable ripstop blend that feels very comfortable against your skin. However, the only stretch is in the action waist band but nothing in the actual fabric.These shorts are also nearly wrinkle free after washing and dry fairly quickly when wet. They are great for wear in the subtropical climate that I work and live in. If you are looking for something heavier say a canvas material for cooler climates that do make a 8.5 oz. canvas cargo short that may be better that... » Read More The material is a nearly perfect and very lightweight (6.14 ounce fabric weight) 65/35 polyester/cotton, breathable durable ripstop blend that feels very comfortable against your skin. However, the only stretch is in the action waist band but nothing in the actual fabric.These shorts are also nearly wrinkle free after washing and dry fairly quickly when wet. They are great for wear in the subtropical climate that I work and live in. If you are looking for something heavier say a canvas material for cooler climates that do make a 8.5 oz. canvas cargo short that may be better that environment. Hope this helps! « Show Less
638139
It's a start. If he has an insulated pair of blue jeans over them he should be fine. May want to look at the expedition weight they are warmer.
2053738
Not at all! I love these pants! I just wish they were a little warmer because I would wear them all year long! They are the most comfortable pants I have ever worn (without a sound).
1659020
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.
396463
I would describe the material to be similar to jeans and would think they would be fine for use at the gym or for yoga. The only thing I would consider as "odd-ball" is there is a tag on the front (which you can see in the the picture) and the bottoms don't have as much taper at the ankle as other karate pants.
141553
They are sweat pant material with an open bottom, no elastic. I'm 6'4" 220 pounds and XL/TG fit well. These are good sweatpants.
1095130
it's not as heavy as my Norwegian military wool socks but they are not lite hikers either I wore mine deer hunting in NE pa. with high quality uninsulated Gor-Tex boots, was warm enough, they fit tight no seams and with adequate cushion. I'm happy.
131624
yes they are, there heavy duty pants that most of the contracters use in iraq where its 115+ i hike the grand canyon in them last year and it was really hot. these pants are almost like wearing shorts
954626
Well, may be medium. Pants are roomy, but need to be worn carefully because material is easy to tear apart, not for active outdoor time.
2237145
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.
310042
It's been a while, Al, but I seem to recall no unusual sizing issues. I sent it back, however, because it was too heavy for backpacking. If you're planning on standing in one place (on a boat or something,) this would be the ticket. I'm going to guess it'd be a medium?