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Haglöfs Lite Split Pant 2010

£80.00

The Haglöfs Lite Split Pants are very practical trousers. Firstly they have the essential feature of a convertible trouser that is going to be used when backpacking and hill-walking – and that is lower leg zips. These zips extend almost to the knee so you can whip off the lower legs without removing your boots. You can nip in the ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Craghoppers Nosilife Convertibles 2010

£60.00

Craghoppers is well-known for its range of trousers, but the Nosilife Convertibles boasts the addition of NosiLife, the world’s first permanent insect-repellent fabric, according to the manufacturers. The material feels like cotton and is very comfortable, and of course it should help keep away those insects in summer when you bare your legs most. There are two seat patch pockets ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Lowe Alpine Atacama Zip-Off Pant 2010

£60.00

The Lowe Alpine Atacama Zip-Off Pants have a broad range of great features. The fabric is a mini-ripstop so, if torn, at least the tear won’t extend too far across the trouser due to the ripstop design. The fabric is fast-drying like other fabrics here too. The trousers also have double stitching to increase durability in the long term. To ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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The North Face Paramount Peak Convertible 2010

£59.00

The Tekware fabric is relatively heavy, which gives the The North Face Paramount Peak Convertible trousers a much more durable and hard-wearing feel. There’s also double stitching throughout, to again enhance durability. A crotch gusset improves comfort too while an elasticated waist with a belt means this should fit most people. The trousers feature calf zips so the lower legs ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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Mountain Hardwear Mesa Convertible Pant 2010

£55.00

My favourite convertible trousers are the now discontinued Mountain Hardwear Convertible Pack Pant. The new Mountain Hardwear Mesa Convertible Pant does retain one feature from these old classics, though – the smooth micro-chamois waist lining, which makes the waist area extremely comfortable under a pack hipbelt. The Mesa also has an elasticated waist with an integrated belt, which is ideal ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
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Royal Robbins Zip N Go Pant 2010

£50.00

Royal Robbins makes a wide range of travel clothing and much of it is extremely practical, but more significantly some of the range extends into sizes not catered for by other brands. Their Zip N Go Pants go from size 6 to 22 for women for example! The fabric is quick-drying nylon like most others here. But you also get ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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Outdoor Research Equinox Convert Pant 2010

£50.00

The Outdoor Research range of outdoor clothing is relatively new to the UK, but the brand is well-established in the USA and has an excellent reputation for practical backpacking gear. The Equinox Convert Pant is a lightweight trouser made from quick-drying nylon. It has a fairly standard range of features so you get belt loops and a crotch gusset to ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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Keela Paraguay/Rio Zip Off Trouser 2010

£40.00

It would be easy to assume that for £40 you would not get very good trousers. But the Keela Paraguay/Rio Zip Off Trousers are superb, and far more impressive than their price suggests. The big advantage is the fabric, which is a lightweight stretch nylon. This makes the trousers incredibly comfortable while retaining a conventional style. The waist is elasticated ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
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Regatta Geo Extol Zip-Off 2010

£30.00

At under half the price of some comparable trousers, the Regatta Geo Extol Zip-Off is clearly going to be a favourite in terms of cost. But this is more than a low-priced product, as it also has plenty of practical features that allow it to compete with the best here. The fabric is quick-drying nylon as with higher-priced trousers. The ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Patagonia Rock Guide Zip-Off Pants 2010

£85.00

The Patagonia Rock Guide Zip-Off Pants weigh 332g; fast-drying nylon; one rear zipped pocket; one zipped thigh pocket; two map-sized hip pockets; diamond crotch; belt loops; can be recycled; two stretch fabric; zip-off-leg zip is comfy. But no ankle cuff adjustment; no calf zip to allow legs to be removed more easily; larger pockets would be useful; high price.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
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Millet Granit Zip Off Pant 2010

£85.00

The Millet Granit Zip Off Pants weigh 548g; fast-drying heavier nylon; two patch pockets on seat and two on thighs; two map-sized pockets on hip; elasticated waist with belt loops; long calf zip allows easy lower leg removal. But no stretch plus closer fit make these more restrictive than some; zip-off leg zip not the most comfortable; no ankle cuff ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Salomon Quest Zip Off Pant 2010

£70.00

The Salomon Quest Zip Off Pants weigh 404g; quick-drying 2-way stretch nylon; belt loops; two map-sized hip pockets; two map-width zipped thigh pockets; one zipped seat pocket. But no calf zip to ease removal of lower leg; no ankle cuff adjustment.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
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Timberland Madbury Convertible Pant 2010

£70.00

The Timberland Madbury Convertible Pants’ cotton/nylon fabric is soft and very comfortable; two zipped map-sized hip pockets; two zipped seat pockets; two map-sized thigh pockets; belt loops; double stitching in stress areas. But 610g is heavy; 72% cotton makes these slower-drying than some; no calf zip on zip-off legs; no ankle cuff adjustment; no stretch fabric.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
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Helly Hansen Converter Zip Off Pant 2010

£60.00

The Helly Hansen Converter Zip Off Pants weigh 416g; nylon fabric feels very soft; double stitching in many areas; belt loops; seat pocket; two map-sized hip pockets; two leg pockets. But no lower leg zip; no ankle cuff adjustment; only one leg pocket is map-sized; the zip on the right leg is too short to allow map entry; no stretch ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Berghaus Terrain Zip Off Convertible 2010

£55.00

The Berghaus Terrain Zip Off Convertibles weigh 378g; quick-drying nylon fabric; three leg lengths; elasticated waist with belt loops; two hip pockets; zipped security pocket; seat pocket; map-width zipped thigh pocket; diamond crotch; drawcord ankle cuff adjuster. But hip pockets are annoyingly shallow; no stretch; no lower leg zips.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Hawkshead Walker Zip Off Trouser 2010

£35.00

Hawkshead Walker Zip Off Trousers weigh 460g; 65% polyester, 35% cotton fabric provides soft, fast-wicking feel; stretch waist with belt loops; rear pocket; two map-sized hip pockets. But no stretch; no leg pockets; no lower leg zips; not fast-drying as nylon trousers.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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The North Face Vindicator GTX

£89.00

Soft, suede uppers, and a fairly wide last make these feel like old friends straight from the box. An excellent lacing system makes it easy to achieve a great fit across the whole foot, and a locking eyelet by the tongue makes them incredibly easy to whip on and off. The Vibram sole has quite an aggressive tread pattern, which ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Lowa Tosca GTX Lo WS

£100.00

A snug fit means the Tosca are a good choice for women with narrow feet. The smart looking nubuck suede uppers are cut low around the ankles and most walkers will love the feel of the shock absorption underfoot, making them an ideal choice for walking on hard surfaces. The midsole is rather stiff for a shoe, and while this ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Merrell Chameleon Arc Gore-Tex XCR

£100.00

The Chameleon’s soft suede and mesh uppers will accommodate a variety of foot shapes, there’s plenty of room at the toes, and a good heel cup holds the feet firmly in place. The lacing system is good too, they’ve got a good amount of stiffness in the midsole – enough to provide great support over rough ground – and a ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Regatta Lady Formation X-LT

£65.00

A forgiving and slightly sloppy last means these are best-suited to women with wide feet. Unfortunately the lacing system is awkward, making it quite hard to get any support across the forefoot. They’re comfortable from the box, though, with plenty of mesh in the uppers to help your feet breathe. The midsole is very soft, especially across the toes, and ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Hawkshead Lady Amisk

£65.00

A high ankle cuff and rather sloppy fit makes these shoes feel a bit like an outdoor slipper. They are let down by the lack of support offered by the really soft midsole and very squashy suede and mesh uppers. The lacing system is a little awkward, and the bulky tongue means it’s quite hard to achieve a secure fit. ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 2
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Meindl Respond XCR

£100.00

A great compromise between weight, stiffness and comfort makes these ideal for all types of walking. The initial comfort is good and improves with a wear or two; and the lacing seems to work well in conjunction with the leather ribs and the well-shaped heel to hold the foot nicely in place. A Gore-Tex XCR liner keeps puddles and dew ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Brasher Krypton GTX

£95.00

Excellent all-rounders, but the fit of the Krypton is not the best for stability or comfort. The sole unit is spot-on  with loads of lateral stiffness in the midsole yet plenty of flex at the toe where it’s needed, and the outsole gripped really well on a variety of surfaces. Plenty of shock absorption in the heel, too. And although ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Scarpa Meridian XCR

£110.00

A good all-rounder that can certainly handle some pretty full-on walking. The upper oozes quality – a blend of suede, nubuck and mesh that goes some way to explaining the high price tag. And the Gore-Tex XCR liner does a top job of keeping feet dry, as you’d expect. The midsole’s a touch bendy in all planes for very rough ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Berghaus Explorer Trail Low GTX

£85.00

A comfortable, pretty full-on shoe that pushed the top two quite hard. It’s quite heavy compared to some, but this translates into protection and support on rough ground. The fit is quite neutral, meaning it should suit most feet, but the lacing doesn’t extend very low at the toe, and this adversely affected stability on steep descents. The midsole is ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 4
  • Owners' rating rating is 0

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