A very nice pair of trousers. The material is great, lightweight yet sturdy, with enough stretch for vigorous activity without feeling like “tech” fabric or “athleisure” apparel, and they don’t bag out or lose their shape after continuous wear. The fit is perfectly anonymous with good flow and drape while not being baggy or sloppy. Construction is flawless, not a stitch out of place.
There are two points that keep these from being five stars:
1) the branding on the outside left thigh, while not egregious, limits their application. With more subtle branding these could be dressed up and be perfect for any occasion. Maybe not the intended use case, but this would be a huge plus for me.
2) I am between sizes and the cut is just a bit off for my frame. The combination of a lower rise and the elastic waist leads to a bit of “plumber’s crack” when in a deep squat or high stepping. A smaller size would likely fit better on my waist but at the cost of the rest of the pant being a touch too tight. Very minor issue, but noticeable.
Altogether, I am quite pleased with these pants. They are like a supremely elevated pair of Dickies, which is exactly what I was hoping for.
