How to Buy Convertible Pants
So, what are the waterproof, lightweight, UV protection must-haves for hiking at Yosemite or in New Zealand, backpacking in Europe or Haleakaia National park, fishing in the Ozarks or the Outer Banks, swimming between the Greek Islands or lounging at your campsite?
Dad and the boys may answer: Summer, it's going to get really hot; and, there will be bugs. We want to keep this casual. Sturdy
pants that can withstand really tough conditions, a lot of pockets. We need long pants and walking
shorts, and not a lot of luggage.
Suggestions: Okay! Cotton/nylon, Under Armour
convertible pants for the whole family, with reinforced stitching. The lower pants have cuff zippers so you won't have to remove boots to zip off the lower pants. Not tight and not too loose, for every season.
Perhaps, the popular Mountain
Hardwear convertible pants, also for everyone, with 6-10 Velcro pockets to stash gear and gadgets; reinforced seat and knees. Fleece lined, relaxed fit for easy range of motion, 50+ UPF for serious sun exposure.
More choices:
Columbia Silver Ridge or
ExOfficio convertible insect-repellent pants; wrinkle and sweat resistant.
MOM and the girls may say: We need travel pants that can zip off to become really cute
short pants. Is it possible? Will they hang just right? We'll need to have our cameras, sunscreens and balms on us at all times, without being weighed down and looking tacky. Impress us with some bells and whistles, like comfortable lining and reinforcements in crucial areas.
More Suggestions: Ah, Royal Robbins Zip N Go
convertible pants. Breathable material and fun features: adjustable hems, button closures at the ankles to keep out the tiniest of creatures. And,
cargo pocket on one leg to Velcro in and store the zipped off pants.
And, when you get there, you may also need these Camino convertible pants - full length, convertible to
Capri pants AND knee shorts. Elastic waist. Oohlala.