Men's | Not Yet Reviewed | Trousers & shorts

If you want a convertible option that allows you to take shorts and trousers in one then Lowe Alpine Atacama Zip-off Pants are a great option. Exceptionally comfortable with an articulated knee for freedom of movement, an ultra-violet protection factor of UPF50 and a zip at the bottom of the leg to get them on and off over boots. Three ...

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Páramo Maui Cargo Trousers 2010

Páramo’s Maui Cargo Trousers are so Ray Mears they could whittle their own canoe. They are hugely functional with a hidden passport-sized zipped pocket, two large thigh pockets and an external multi-tool stash point. The material is cool, breathable and quick-drying but not as flimsy as others we looked at. The articulated knee makes them very comfortable. Review by Matt ...

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Patagonia Borderless Pants 2010

£60.00

Part of the ‘Common Threads’ recycling programme, the Patagonia Borderless Pants feature four zipped pockets, a lightweight cool feel and just a hint of stretch, making them a good option for climbing and scrambling or simply leaping over security gates to catch your plane. Review by Matt SwaineFirst published in Trail magazine April 2010

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Craghoppers Bushman 2010

£50.00

Craghoppers Bushman are zip-off trousers with zips at the bottom of the legs to allow you to take them on and off over walking boots. Sizeable cargo pockets make these functional, one zipped pocket offers security, and the Nosquito treatment will keep bugs at bay while the SPF of 40 will keep the sun off. I found the regular size ...

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Vaude Farley Pants 2010

£65.00

Perfectly designed for walkers heading overseas, Vaude’s Farley Pants offer sun and mosquito protection and are fast-drying. Offering great comfort thanks to the soft Supplex material and elasticated hipbelt, these were one of my favourites in the test. These offer a 3/4 length option and plenty of secure pockets, and they are one of the most comfortable on test.

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Keela Paraguay Zip Off 2010

£40.00

With their slightly stretchy fabric the Keela Paraguay Zip Offs are the closest thing to a dedicated pair of walking trousers we looked at. They are light and comfortable, and allow for great freedom of movement. The zip-off legs mean they double as shorts and they feature zipped security pockets at the leg. Quick-drying, with sun protection: the best choice ...

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The North Face Trekker Pant 2010

£49.00

The North Face’s Trekker Pant are an excellent option and definitely functional enough for some hill-walking, with enough stretch in the material to offer an excellent range of movement. No zip-off legs, but once again you can raise these to a 3/4 length, which I personally much prefer. Comfort is enhanced by a softer waistband and there are five very ...

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Berghaus Departure Pant 2010

£60.00

With Berghaus’s Departure Pant, just a hint of stretch in the fabric really aids comfort on these excellent trousers. Zips at the ankle make getting them on and off over boots easier and zipped pockets at the rear and on the thigh offer secure stowage for non-bulky items. The sheer comfort and practicality of these easy-dry trousers make them a ...

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Merrell Meridian 2010

£50.00

Light and airy with just a hint of stretch to the material make Merrell’s Meridian trousers a great option for walkers heading abroad. They feel pretty good on, but I found them slightly too light and baggy to be entirely comfortable: ideal for hot weather but a bit too loose for my tastes. With an excellent ultra-violet protection factor (UPF) ...

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Haglöfs Mid Trail Pant 2010

£75.00

The Haglöfs Mid Trail Pant are a durable pair of trousers that aren’t as light and airy as others we looked at but do feel more robust and might suit a wider range of climates. A secure inner pocket and a zipped leg pocket on both legs will accommodate a passport, traveller’s cheques or mobile, and you can cinch in ...