Duluth dry on the fly pants for wade fishing

Charismatic Megafauna said:

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plant science guy said:

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But the "bib-less overalls" made of indigo died heavy twill that we all love were invented in The West (California IIRC) for drier climates. Sometimes what works best is something else.

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Had to Google that. California sounds right

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Bib-less overalls are how Levi's first marketed their jeans

ccard257 said:

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Charismatic Megafauna said:

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Prana stretch zion

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I have a pair of the Brion, which is what they used to call the the non-cargo pocket version. I don't even remember when I bought them but it has to be over 10 years ago. They have been my go-to rock climbing and cool weather hiking pant for all of that time and still look good enough for occasional office wear.

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This is what I came to post...the Prana Brion are my absolute favorite pair of pants.

The Zion has the weird built in strap/belt that I don't like - these have a normal waist. They're perfect for anything.

I've had mine for 10 or 11 years....still on my first pair....hike Big Bend and the rockie mountians multiple times a year in them, backpacked the Grand Canyon in them, hiked the 100+ miles of the West Highland Way in them.....but still nice enough that I wore them to a nice dinner with a sports coat in Barcelona a couple weeks ago.

LIght weight and dry very fast.

Bass Pro shop makes a descent pair of hiking pants.... both redhead and ascend.

What's wrong with wearing jeans hiking? Fishing and wading I'm wearing shorts.

I'm just giving you a hard time too!

The correct answer is Ketl. I have several pairs of these and I wear them all the time. Great for travel or just knocking about.
https://ketlmtn.com/products/tomfoolery-chino-travel-pant-straight-fit?variant=40602601586754

Lifetime repairs
https://ketlmtn.com/pages/warranty-and-repairs

Gunny456 said:

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What's wrong with wearing jeans hiking? Fishing and wading I'm wearing shorts.

I'm just giving you a hard time too!

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we are going to be in Yellowstone and Grand Tetons. I am wanting to buy for that trip specifically and then get follow on utility. So I am thinking enough to be warm in the early mornings and for when we rent a boat on lake yellow stone. But cool enough for hiking. And dry enough for rafting.

Sound wisdom.

Lululemon ABC Chinos are pretty much all I wear. They wrinkle free, breath well and are super stretchy.

AgDad121619 said:

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Spent most of my career in a hot production environment and wore jeans through it all. Hated how heavy and wet they would get when you were sweated down but wouldn't be caught in anything else.

After getting a few pair of synthetic "hunting" pants for elk hunting , I really noticed a difference. Found the wranglers at Walmart and now I don't wear jeans for working in the yard or everyday wear kicking around the house. The jeans are for going to dinner and out. And the Wranglers aren't different than the name brands except you can buy 3+ pair for price one of the brand names.

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Yep. Ditched the jeans for outdoor wear several years ago. I too still wear them for "going out", just not sweaty dirty work. Also ditched TP in the truck for "baby wipes". Not sure how we ignored that one for decades. I still wear FRC jeans for work but even those materials have improved. Hard to wear/work in Wrangler denim anymore.

I've been pretty happy with some pants I got at Academy last year.

Magellan Outdoors Men's Heritage 5 Pocket Pants

98% cotton. Not as durable as blue jeans, more durable than most "hiking" pants.

MouthBQ98 said:

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I also have a couple of the wrangler AT pants. I like them for hiking and camping. A bit heavier than fishing pants but still light weight and comfortable and relative quick drying.

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Assuming they are boot cut? I hope? I am gonna order some.

I just hate tearing up a good pair of well worn in jeans when I am doing something thorny or sharp outside. Seems like just when I get my wrangler jeans how I like em, I tear out the inseam or the back left pocket almost rips off.

I love Kuiu attack pants. Probably a 40-80 degrees type pant. Super comfortable. They go on sale a few times a year.

goatchze said:

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I've been pretty happy with some pants I got at Academy last year.

Magellan Outdoors Men's Heritage 5 Pocket Pants

98% cotton. Not as durable as blue jeans, more durable than most "hiking" pants.

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I've got 5 or 6 pair that I wear when I'm working outside. They used to be $20 a pair.

The wrangler pants are pretty much straight leg, maybe a bit casual fit. I wear mine with hiking boots or shoes mostly.

Kuiu katana

Oruc Reis said:

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Kuiu katana

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Why those over the Tiburon or Attack?

Cowboys would have all worn Nikes too.

I second the TSC field khakis. I wear them preaching on Sunday and in any field or activity throughout the week! Find them on sale for $15 and get ya some!

I have two pairs of these. One pair has lasted about 6 years and still gets worn regularly. Really light and good for hiking and wearing under waders.

https://www.outdoorgearlab.com/reviews/clothing-mens/hiking-pants/outdoor-research-ferrosi-pants

Kuhl - Ryder Lite. Great daily wear pant. Weight is good for Texas summers and winters. I'd call them a mid weight. They hold up really well. Look and fit is just right.

If you want lightweight quick dry pants for wet wading - Free Fly bamboo. I've got 3 pairs of those, they can't be beat for that application. Wear them in full sun even in the hottest summer days to keep from getting burned by the sun or jellied when wet wading.

Like the kuhl recommendation
Don't see the bamboo pant on the free fly website.

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Oruc Reis said:

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Kuiu katana

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Why those over the Tiburon or Attack?

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They are a little more abrasion resistant

Oruc Reis said:

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Naveronski said:

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Oruc Reis said:

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Kuiu katana

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Why those over the Tiburon or Attack?

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They are a little more abrasion resistant

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Good to know. I've been looking at all three but haven't made it to Dallas to look in person.

Here you go:

https://freeflyapparel.com/products/mens-breeze-pant-dark-khaki

dr_boogs said:

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Here you go:

https://freeflyapparel.com/products/mens-breeze-pant-dark-khaki

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I second this. Have 3 pairs. Use them in the hot and the cold.

Naveronski said:

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Oruc Reis said:

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Kuiu katana

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Why those over the Tiburon or Attack?

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More stretch and thinner than the attack

https://www.cryeprecision.com/G4-Hot-Weather-Combat-Pant?quantity=1&color=Khaki

I kid.

I have always wanted to try their stuff but can't justify the price

While we are on the subject of lighter, more comfortable quick dry pants, I'll add that the Kuhl Response shirts are the best warm weather outdoor shirts. I've probably bought every color of the short and long sleeve response shirts. Perfection.

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DargelSkout said:

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I like Wrangler all terrain cargo pants. I know you said no cargos, but they are not the typical style of cargos with the big pockets. Just a small zipper on the side of the pants. Which I don't even use. I thought they wouldn't hold up well because they're pretty light weight. But I've put them through a lot over several years, and they've held up well.

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these looks exactly like what I am looking for. How do they handle water?

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I'll give a strong 3rd reco on these. If you're flexible on colors, you can sometimes find them on Amazon for less than $25 too! They're a heavier canvas-like material and not completely water repellent.

AKHG at Duluth. Very comfortable. Durable.

plant science guy said:

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Charismatic Megafauna said:

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plant science guy said:

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But the "bib-less overalls" made of indigo died heavy twill that we all love were invented in The West (California IIRC) for drier climates. Sometimes what works best is something else.

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Had to Google that. California sounds right

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Bib-less overalls are how Levi's first marketed their jeans

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They'd look better covered in grass stains and popsicle juice They look like clothes my toddler wears.

For all of you Prana fans, what fit do you like? After reading this post, I liked the idea of the belt thingy on the Zion pants and bought some on eBay.

They were the straight leg fit and while the waist fits fine, the legs are tight; like they are meant to people who don't lift.

Oruc Reis said:

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Kuiu katana

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FYI these are on sale 25% off today.

https://www.kuiu.com/products/kutana-stretch-woven-pant-ash?variant=40340364853406