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The best pants.

I have been wearing OR pants for years. I have both the Ferossi and Ferossi lite. I’m in Alaska and wear them for everything from everyday at work (hospital), mountain biking, hiking, backpacking, backcountry skiing in the late spring, even took 2 pairs for a 14 day Backpacking trip across Japan. The pants are durable, comfortable, breathable, shed dirt/water. I have 6 pairs of pants in the Ferossi line, and will be loyal to them for years to come.

Comfy and cute!

I have purchased multiple pairs of these pants for daily wear, hiking, and climbing. They are super stretchy and comfortable, and as a tall woman I really appreciate the extra long inseam option! The colors are nice, they seem durable, and they are a cute fit as well. I'd certainly recommend these hiking pants for anyone looking to update their wardrobe for the spring or fall hiking season! Happy hiking!

Size

Super breathable, great fabric and color options but really only a summer pant. Not super season-universal. Also they don’t have my size, so I had to size up so it’s slightly big on me.

Superb fit and holding up well

Lightweight but can withstand bushwhacking. Pants don't lose shape even after days of hiking through damp brush. Finally a pant that fits a small waist and athletic thighs. I'm 5'8, 28" waist and size 4 fir perfect.

Comfort, maneuverability, and class

The material and fit for these pants is exceptional. Easy to move in with adjustability at the ankle as well as the waist make these pants ideal for daily wear and play.

Best climbing pants!

Solid fit with lots of stretch for climbing. My first pair lasted me years. I’m looking forward to another run with these awesome pants!

Love these!

Love the feel, stretch, and fit. The only things I’d change is the pocket on the leg. I can feel it as I’m wearing them. I’d definitely buy them again.

Comfortable, good looking and functional pants

I've used these pants for travel, hiking, etc. and they are perfect. They are a nice, comfortable material, warm enough for cool hikes. I've also used them on warm days and did not get sweaty or clammy. They will suit the needs from a casual walk to an all day hike!

Perfect Travel pant

Wonderful fit, wonderful material and they are the perfect travel pants. Wife and I went to Europe for nearly 3 weeks and she wore them heaps of times and really enjoyed their functionality .

The Do It All Pants

I've been wearing ferrosi pants for years. They're so comfortable and they've been through it all. Backpacking, hiking, kayaking, and lounging. They wash up real nice. Never got a nick or hole. One pair that's a lighter color stained because of tree sap 😵‍💫 guess that means I can buy another pair then 😎

I have several pairs of Ferrosi pants which I have faithfully worn exclusively since 2017. They are so comfy, stretchy, and true to size. I have worn them on a 4-day backpacking trip in the Grand Canyon, up and down peaks in Colorado, and on other scrambling adventures in New Mexico and Utah. I love them so much that I have separate Ferrosi pants just for work. However, despite my absolute love and loyalty to these pants, they do rip. In fact, I have ripped 3 pairs. Highly recommend for beginners to experts. Just be careful out there, watch for rocks and anything that can snag the material.

My wife's favorite pants.

My wife lives these pants. I get her a couple pairs in different colors. She's a teacher and always gets compliments when she ears them. I have many pairs as well. I hiked the PCT last year with a Ferrosi convertible pants, so I can attest to their comfort and durability. They stretch nicely. They breath very well. They're soft and they look good. If you've never tried anything from the Ferrosi line, do yourself a favor. You can't go wrong whether you choose pants, jacket, or pullover.

I love these pants!

I saw these and tried them on. Great fit so I thought I’d try them out on a three day backpacking trip instead of my heavier hiking pants. They were so great I went and bought another pair. Now they r my go to hiking pant. They r so light so my pack isn’t weighed down. I can slip them over my shorts easily in the morning and when it warms up I take them off. Back on in the late afternoon. I was worried about them not being waterproof. I shouldn’t have. Got soaked the first day and after the rain the pants had dried themselves!

Great Pants!

Before I bought these pants, I thought I didn't like hiking pants... These fit and look great AND have functional pockets! The ferrosi materials is awesome because it dries quickly, breaths super well, and is comfortable on your skin. They do stretch out a bit as you wear them, but I haven't had an issue with them being saggy and they shrink back up when you wash them.

OR Ferrosi Pants Great Style and Functionality

They are super comfortable and they fit great. Very flattering. They are comfortable to wear now in the hot Texas heat. I plan to layer tights under them next month while in chilly Vermont if needed. They take up little space in my luggage and are versatile enough to wear hiking, climbing, out to lunch, or for a casual dinner. I purchased 3 colors.

Awesome Pants

The pants fit really well, look good, and feel good. What else could you ask for? The pants are casual, but I still feel comfortable wearing them in front country and back country settings alike. Also, I personally only try to wear natural materials (wool, cashmere), so I was skeptical about the pants. However, they are light, breath well, dry quickly, and clean easy. I don't feel stuffy in them at all.

Do-it-all pants, unfortunate fit

Outdoor Research really nailed the fabric and design with their Ferrosi line. These pants have stretch, durability, and breathability that makes them perfect for outdoor climbing in all but the coldest weather. Unfortunately, as others have noticed, these pants are unnecessarily tight around the quadracep area, while being a little slack at the waist and ankles. Hopefully the new model will fix this fitting issue, as it is an otherwise awesome pant!

Best comfortable field pants around!!!

As a wildly ranger, pockets are a necessity…along with comfort (as I live in the pants I wear in on my ‘hitches’). These were immediately comfortable. Pockets with zippers are GREAT! Only downside is the fabric pills in high wear spots, especially where my 75L pack rests on my hips. I foresee needing a new pair every 2 seasons but for prodeal price it’s an okay trade off since the comfort is 12/10. The waist tie is also excellent..I have no need for a belt now (but have the option for one…esp. if first aid is a priority [tourniquet]). Overall, the best pants I have worn in my 7 seasons but slightly saddened by the piling. Will buy again as there is a trade-off for comfy but not longevity

Women’s Ferrosi Short

These pants feel like you don’t have anything on. They are extremely lightweight and very stretchy, amazingly comfortable. The only thing I didn’t care for was the string inside the pants. These have become my favorite work pants. Absolutely wonderful

Love them

Super comfortable pants. True to size. Fit my body type which more boyish with strong thighs and not much hips or change in waist.

Great hiking pants!

I love these hiking pants. They are lightweight and stretchy. I wore them multiple times on a week long trip, and have also hiked extensively in them. They have held up great. The side pocket is the perfect size for a phone. Very comfortable.

Good hiking pant

I like the material and higher waist on these pants! The blue is a flattering color and nice addition to my hiking apparel. I would suggest sizing up if you have a little more curve since it hugs pretty tight in the thighs and then flares a bit.

Lightweight & comfy!

Material is super thin — breathable on those hot days. Runs a little large in the waist, but it has like a built in tie if you don’t want to wear a belt. I wish they had a tall option, because at 5’10”, I am flooding in these pants. I would still buy again despite that. So comfy!

Thin Fabric

I will wear these pants for hiking. I'm always looking for hiking pants to wear for work and the fabric is too thin in this model, which is probably meant to be that way to make it breathable, but these are not perfect for what I was looking for. I have found in the market thin fabric that feels and looks comfortable. I don't recommend these pants for women's cargo and tough environments, the fabric is so thin that all imperfections in your skin, legs will show up. I don't have cellulite, but I have seen other people wearing hiking pants that look similar to these ones and I can see their cellulite.

My favorite pants

Love these. I have two pairs in different colors. I get many compliments on them while hiking. They are comfortable and the waist height is perfect. Love the side zipper pocket AND the back zipper pocket. For sizing, I am 5'4" and a muscular 130 pounds, and the size 4 fits me well. I hike frequently in the Grand Canyon and these pants have withstood at least 4 hikes in there so far. I am also a climber.

Fantastic Pants

These pants are amazing. They were the first product I've ever bought from outdoor research and they won't be my last, completely blown away by the quality. I was worried about the sizing but they fit true to size. I'm 5'6 135 lbs and my normal size 4 fit perfect. Definitely will be buying more pants and other outdoor research products.

Comfortable stretch, convenient pockets

These pants are very comfortable. The waist is soft and the drawstring convenient for when the fabric loosens up or I lose a little weight. The pockets have good depth. It's nice to have a drop-in cargo pocket with zipper. Yes, it fits a phone. That quick access is nice for phone photography. The legs are straight and not too narrow. The reason I gave one less star is that -for better or worse- the fabric loosens up a bit with wear between washes.

I am really impressed by these pants. The fabric is soft, light and has a lot of stretch. I’ve worn them on two short hiking trips and also on the river on a canoe camp trip. The fabric resists light spray/rain and dries quickly if they get really wet. I even snagged them and was able to snip off the thread leaving no trace of the snag. I’m 5’9”/128 lbs, size 4R fits well with a little extra room. I keep the bottom cuff cinched so the length is perfect. If I wanted to wear them straight leg however they would be a bit short. I’ll be ordering more of these!

Love these pants

Wore these pants on a recent wilderness trip. They were my go to pants. The material is great. It didn’t hold wrinkles, dried quickly, and looked dressy enough to wear to nicer restaurants when paired with a nice blouse.

I wanted a comfortable, durable softshell pant. Only time will tell on the durable part, but the comfort was obvious the first time I tried them on. I wanted this pant for hiking, but I've thrown them on to meet friends at taprooms because they are so comfortable. I'm was already a big fan of OR products, and this purchase only strengthened my loyalty to the brand.

Flattering and comfortable

These pants really fit nicely through the butt and hips, which is a change in how most outdoor pants look. Plus they are very stretchy and comfortable.

love the pockets!!

Absolutely love these pants. They have 5 pockets- which is LIFE CHANGING & are super light weight. I’m 5’5 and 150 lbs and ordered a size 6- they are a little big. So I’d recommend you size down. I will definitely be buying another pair.

Comfortable for hiking, fishing, or going out on the post. Lightweight and stretchy. I like the extra pockets. Definitely recommend. Sizing was good. I ordered a size 4 (135 lbs 5’6”)

Favorite hiking pants

I'm going with these as my new go-to hiking pant. They are lighter, more flexible, and more comfortable than any other pants I've tried

Great light weigh pants

These are comfortable, quick drying, and fairly rugged. I have only noticed some pilling of the fabric on all my Ferrosi pants after a while, but it seems to largely be an esthetic issue more than a durability one as I've had a pair for several years since pilling and done several multi-day backpacking trips with them without issue. I know it's not the most important thing, but I appreciate that they come in colors other than gray, navy, olive, and tan.

Best outdoor pants!

I wore these pants for 14 days straight on a climbing trip and they were awesome! The stretch is perfect and theyre super comfortable.

They are a bit long and so I will have to role them up. I like the material but as far as wearing them, I haven’t yet because of the cold temps this time of year. They are definitely what I thought they would be so I am anxious to try them out.

Great pants, lightweight and comfortable. Very nice for hiking, can also be worn casually. I am tall, so should have ordered the long version instead, otherwise all good.

Durable style and function for play and work

Co-workers, fellow kayakers, climbers, even strangers compliment these pants and ask about them. I love 1. Quick dry fabric for water sports, sleek clean lines suitable for business casual then overnight backpack! 2. Wash and line dry. 3. Gusseted knees enhance mobility for climbing, hiking, getting in and out of boats

These pants are flexible and breathable. I bought them to use as climbing and have found that they work great for that and everyday wear. I try not to use them outdoor climbing when I know there will be a lot of contact with the wall, bc the durability is the only thing that seems to be lacking. I say this bc not long after I got them, I started to notice some areas where the fabric has acquired a nubby texture from where the threads have come out of place. This could be user error though. Overall, love the fit and style. Deep pockets! Great zippered side pocket! I appreciate the streamlined look that they managed to pull off for such a practical and fairly technical pair of pants. I always get asked about them when I wear them and recommend them every time!

These pants are great for both hiking and climbing. I've taken them hiking in wet and snowy conditions as well as climbing on abrasive off widths. I love the fit and weather/abrasion proofing of the material. Anyone can use these pants for outdoor adventures and they translate to a good look for in-town ventures. The one downside is the hip pockets are really high so if you're the kind of person who likes to put their hands in their pockets, these might not be the most comfortable pants to do that in. The zippered thigh pocket is great though. Very easy to zip/unzip with one hand.

The most comfortable all-around pants!

Not only do these pants have a flattering fit, but they also stretch when you move which makes climbing and hiking in them all the more enjoyable.

Love 'em

Awesome fit for my short-waisted frame, and the inseam is perfect (I am 5'6.5"). Lightweight fabric is ideal for warm to cool weather wear.

Impossibly comfortable

I was skeptical (they have the comfort and stretch of a yoga pant), but they held up nicely to rock scrambling with plenty of opportunity to rip and snag. They fit perfectly per the fit guidelines on OR's website.

Favorite hiking pants!

I’ve had these pants for about 6 months now and put them to the test on several multi week backpacking trips. They’ve come hiking with me in Nicaragua, Guatemala, and in the US Southeast during the summer and fall. I’ve found them to be suitable across the board. Even when it was very hot and humid they breathed well and protected my legs from bites and stings. They’re durable and won’t get ripped by walking through brush. For reference, I’m 5’8” and 135 lbs and the 6 fits well.

Known as "the best pants in the universe"

I love love love these pants! At my house, they are known as "the best pants in the universe" because I wear them all the time. The elastic at the waistband is super convenient. I love the zippered leg pocket and that there are front and back pockets that reach deep so you can fit lots in them. They are super stretchy and I wear them almost every time that I go climbing at the gym. I originally ordered the Long because I am 5'8" and mostly legs so I was on the edge, but ended up ordering the regular. I wear the longs with the bottoms rolled up into capris and often wear the regulars with the elastic at the ankles cinched (more my style and works better for climbing in my personal opinion). I love hiking in these and just wearing them around the house. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because the elastic at the ankles can leave dents in the skin (nothing major) for a while after wearing cinched and the rear end has started to thin/pill a bit after about a year of (constant) wear. Still have yet to rip though! Love them!

These are great! Super comfortable, water resistant and well made. And ladies- the pockets are big enough to actually put stuff, like a cell phone, in them.

great hiking pants

These pants fit well, are comfortable, yet lightweight and move with you. First time out, I wore them on an overnight backpack and loved them! I ordered another pair.

Great pants

Lightweight but still warm. Holding up well while hiking or biking. I like that I can roll them up and they breath well when it gets warm, but also tough for their weight and block the wind a bit.

Extremely comfy and versatile

I love these pants! I have two pairs in two different sizes: I use the smaller size when I’m going on hikes, and the larger size to lounge around in. The smaller pair is tight enough to avoid snagging on underbrush, but remains relaxed enough to allow for unimpeded movement. They have stretched out a little as I have worn them frequently. I bought a size up after receiving my first pair in hopes that I could use the larger pair as lounge pants. They’re perfect! I’m sure I will be using these more when I break out the long johns come winter.

Great field pants

These pants have been great for field work so far. They are super stretchy, quick drying, and have adjustable cinching to keep the pant legs where you want them. I also love that they have real pockets, which is surprisingly difficult to find when it comes to women’s pants. The back pockets and a small side pocket have zippers to keep important items secured. I’m usually a size 12, but sized up to a 14 to have a little extra room.

Fairly durable but comfortable outdoor pants

Wore these on a trip to Glacier and they seem to put up with abuse fairly well so far, despite being light and breathable. Took a few falls and they haven't shown signs of rips or snags yet. Super comfortable. They do fit a bit looser than the Ferrosi shorts; I might try my next pair in a size smaller than my Ferrosi shorts size.

Great lightweight field pant

I work in a hot/desert field environment and these pants are awesome. Very comfortable right off the bat, lightweight and dry quickly. I (135 lbs, 5' 9" with an athletic build) ordered size 4 - they are form fitting but stretch easily; they hit right around the ankle so they are functional with work boots but might look a bit short otherwise. I got the black pants and they transition well between being in the field and back into the more professional setting of the office.

Absolute favorite pants of all time.

These pants go everywhere with me. Breathable, fast drying fabric and amazing fit. I do everything from fish to hike and bike in there pants.

Perfect Pants

I have read a million positive reviews about these pants, and finally decided to make the jump. My only regret is that I didn’t do it sooner. The pants are INCREDIBLY lightweight but don’t feel cheap, and they fit so well. As someone who is decently muscular (5’6”, 170lbs), finding pants that fit my quads and my waist is a challenge. These not only fit all those areas perfectly, they’re also not restrictive through a full range of motion (squatting/stepping/lunging/etc). And for what it’s worth, my partner is a big fan of how they fit me. I decided to purchase a pair of men’s and a pair of women’s (men’s being 32” waist, women’s being a size 12) as sometimes men’s pants fit me better. I love the feel/fit/look of the women’s miles beyond the men’s. Also worth mentioning that these pants look great with just a t shirt, but look surprisingly nice with a polo for a quick classier look as well I haven’t been able to test the durability yet, as they’ve been my office pants for a few days. But I’m going to be buying MANY more pairs anyway, so I’ll try to review those in that way down the road.

These pants are super comfortable! They are great for working outdoors, with quick dry and no sweat smell. I find the tie on the inside quite useless but I don't notice it when wearing them.

Comfortable, light weight, flattering. Gives where you need give and doesn’t restrict when hiking, no matter how steep. Pockets are actual pockets. Ladies, you know the struggle.

Am I wearing pants or pajamas?!

Just wore these for the first time yesterday on my mountain bike. They are PERFECT. Insanely comfortable, it felt like I was wearing scrubs or pajamas. Breathable, super soft fabric. Hope they hold up, expect they will as all my other OR gear does. The only downside is I won't be able to justify buying other colors when these last a long time :) The ankles are the perfect amount of tight for biking but also loose to pull over boots. Pockets? Nice and deep. Honestly, I've been through a ton of technical pants and these are probably the only pair I'll buy the rest of my life. I wear a size 8 and got a size 8, a little snug at first but then quickly stretched the perfect amount.