Totally agree! Those Wranglers are my go-to backpacking pants. Wicking, water resistant, quick drying , wind blocking, great deep pockets in the right places, roll up cuffs (with snaps!), flexible, comfortable…The best feature, though, is the waist band liner. It grips so well that even with a heavy pack load, the pants won’t slip. If you hike regularly, you know how much that matters. Best twenty bucks on clothing you’ll ever spend. Good job.

You know what's funny about this video. I literally just bought these this weekend. And was telling my wife about how they'll make great hiking pants.

Wow! You are not kidding. I just got my pants today and they are way better than the ones I’ve paid four times as much for. Not only are the the most comfortable pants have worn but I was able to find 36 x 34 which I’ve been notoriously hard to find previously. Thank you!

My son told me to get these pants. He wore them when he worked 2 years for Conservation Corp on a river crew. Absolutely my favorite pants ever. I worn them to work teaching too before I retired.

Great stuff! I just bought a pair of these wrangler randomly at Target for $20! I loved them so much I went back and got 4 more pairs! They are more comfortable and dry just as fast as any $100 top end brand pant. Wear them daily for everything!

I bought some today at Walmart and they are well worth $23! Thanks for the video.

If you read all of these reviews, you probably realize these are really great pants. I spent 10 days in Colorado wet wading every day and I wore the same pair of pants. They hardly seemed to get dirty and dry really quickly. Thanks for the recommendation, Drew.

Picked these up at Walmart yesterday based on your review...I figured for $22 not much to risk trying them. They feel awesome! Haven't had a chance to test their durability yet, but if they last, this will be one of the best value for money clothing buys I've seen. Thanks! 👍

Drew! I got my Wrangler’s! Much better made then any of the other high end pants I’ve bought. They work great for wet wading. Would not have known without you. Many Thanks!

I absolutely love these pants! I have worn them for 8 months and have no issues with them, they beat the dog out of $80. 00 versions.

Agreed! I have about 4 pairs of those. I wear them to work, fishing, in the garage, etc. Completely replaced denim for me.

I’ve been wearing these for a while now. Best all around outdoor pants I’ve ever worn!! Especially for the money!

So I'm a land surveyor and I will say these are great for the summer. The only draw back is the nylon is susceptible to rips from thorns walking through brush. They definitely do dry quick and are lightweight. They also make a winter version that's fleece lined and great for the winter months too.

I got a pair of these for work and after wearing them a few times I went and got 6 more. They are pretty much the only pants I wear since I work all the time and I love them

The ATG line for $35-$40 is a nice upgrade from the outdoor line. Basically the same materials but higher quality and a better cut IMO. I would highly recommend the ATG pants.

Great timing on this video Drew. I’ve been rewinding your videos back and forth trying to determine what type of waders you were wearing for those 3 mile hikes to out of the way streams and just could never tell. Do you wet wade most of the streams you hike to in the Colorado and Wyoming summers? Can I ask what wet wading shoes you’re using and what socks? Do you hike back to the truck in wet socks and boots? Sorry for all the questions. Maybe these will be answered in the sequel.

I have been using these for hunting the last couple years. Nice to see others discovering them.

Best pants, hands down, for hiking and fishing. I’ve been wearing them for 2 years now and I love them. I’m a bigger guy so the stretch is fantastic.

Hey Drew, after seeing this video I went out and got me a couple pare and you are right, they are great, Thanks for the tip. See ya on the water.

LOL, I just bought two pair for my husband a couple of days ago. He's getting ready to leave for a Florida trip. I own 4 pair of Eddie Bauer pants that retail around $90-100 per pair (bought on sale). Totally love them and was going to try and find a couple for him. These are almost duplicates of the Bauer pants! No way, but I checked everything. Except for the heavier waistband and OMG giant button closure - the material is exactly the same. They're also double stitched and overlapped so they won't unravel. They are a bargain. Got his at Wal-Mart. Even the colors matches mine.

I have a drawer full of those pants. I've been wearing them for a year and have no complaints.

I've had the same Wranglers for a few years and have beaten the crap out of them. The fit is perfect, they dry quick and with a pair of cheap compression pants I can hike comfortably in sub zero weather.

Drew I been wearing these pants for about 3 years now... I love them as well... good choice!!

These are my favorite pants. I wear them everyday for work. They have held up really well, and you can't beat the price.

Just discovered they make our favorite pants fleece lined. Ordered a pair today. I think they will be perfect to wear under waders on cooler days.

Dang good pants! I reviewed them in '18 and still wear the same pants. Perfect weight until the summer kicks in. Wrangler also makes an awesome brush busting pant as well.

I've been wearing Wrangler pants for about 2 decades now. I agree with you on these pants, but they are my 2nd favorite from Wrangler. My favorite are the Rip-Stop version of their cargo pants. That probably has more to do with my size than anything because I'm a big dude. The cargo style gives me a little more room. We hunt and fish in these things with no issues. They use to be $17, but still well worth the money at the current price of $22-24. I wear these most of the summer wet wading as well and only use waders in bigger tail waters.

Man, my wife brought two pair home last year. $12 each. Easily my favorite pants.

Yep. I have some of those (and a ton of other outdoors pants) and they're as good, if not better, than all of them. Super comfortable and perfect for being outdoors. Also, if you're driving a long distance, they're not as constricting while seated for long periods of time.

I bought a pair of these a couple years back cause I needed a quick clean pair between jobs...I loved them so much I went back 2 days later and bought 4 more pairs. Best pants I've found for under 80 bucks and they were 19.99 at walmart!!!

Been wearing them for 4 yrs now , my go to everything pants ,just put the Costco 32 degrees thermals for colder days ,killed a nice muledeer in a pair this yr ❤️👍

Agree. These and 5.11 Tactical pants are great. The Wrangler price can't be beat.

Thanks man! I need to get some new fishing pants, so I'll give em a try. Tight lines!

Agreed. I use mine wet wading quite a bit as well !! Great pants for the price, I hope they stick around a while in Wranglers line

Completely agree on these pants, I have a few pair and I love them.

I have a set of these that look slightly different. They are like a fitted sport pant with the seemed in knee, sewn in belt plus belt loops, and Jean style pockets, but no cargo pocket. I thought I was nuts loving these cheap pants so much.

Yes!!! I bought these months ago for work and they are great!! I like the cotton ones much better though... but the synthetic are good too (if you like that "Zip! Zip!" Sound when you walk).

I own two pair and they have been great hiking and all around outdoor pants. I was wade fishing in them this morning in the Gulf of Mexico.

Based on your review, my husband and I both bought a pair this past week. They are very comfortable. Looking forward to trying them hiking. Price is going/ has gone up to $22.98. However, our Walmart had not removed the old price tag of $21.92 so we got them for the lower price. We also bought the same style shorts.

Agreed, I love those pants

I’ve been wearing these pants for many years. They are the best pants for any type of outdoor activity. I also have the shorts version and they are great. I hope Wrangler keeps making them.

Thanks Drew I was one of the people who asked about pants👍

Have every color they make. Love them.

I wear these pants everyday to work in , I love them. I wear them year round under my carhartts during colder months. I have found that the different colors fit differently. I have a few gray pair that fit perfectly but a black pair the same size is a bit small.

These Wrangler pants are my favorite for fishing and hiking for all the same reasons you listed! They have to be the synthetic material, which makes them dry quickly.

That's it drew, stretch and comfort, and definitely light weight. I mostly wear shorts, but the same still applies, and some common sense haha 😄 . Nice info. Until next time. 👍.

Good video, Drew. I know you where Orvis wading boots, but i'd be interested in the socks you wear, and if you size your boots much larger than your normal size.

I've got a few pair and I love them.

I have to agree with your choice in pants. I was skeptical at first because they are sold at Walmart and the price. But like you I've been very satisfied with them. Surprised actually.

I have a pair of those and I love them for hot weather outdoor activities

Definitely going to checkout those pants!

Mine is 3 years old and i use it heavily on mountain biking...They are durable and comfortable. I have 3 colors👍🏼👍🏼

They pack well also I grab a pair every time I travel

I have three pairs of those Wranglers and they are my favorite pants even over jeans. I know a guy that Hiked the Appalachain trail in a pair.

I have these. Purchased at target. Comfortable but not water resistant. Absorbed every drop of rain on first outing.

I have been wearing these pants for 5 years now. They are super comfortable, they stretch and dry very quickly. I actually like these better than my Columbia pants of the similar design.

I use these pants at camp once the day is done , very comfy , stretchy material - I would prefer them to be relaxed fit and or at least not straight legged - After your review I'll wear them on the trail - Good info sir 👍

That is exactly the ones I use, love pockets on leg. Use them only for fishing.

I have 2 paris of those pants and I agree they're super comfortable. It would be nice for a few more or bigger pockets and they're not great for cold weather. But for the price I'd buy more.

Very true. Price goes up.

The gear reviews are awesome.

Thanks for the info. Idea for a vid on fly tying equipment taken on trip.

Yep I’ve had a pair of these for a while they’re great.

I have the same Wranglers from Walmart as well only without the zip off legs. They are very comfortable and are a great overall outdoor pant. I also found a similar Wrangler pant at Walmart that were polyester fleeced lined that make a great cool and cold weather pant. I those for early season kayak fishing or boating and I often wear them under my waders when wade fishing in the winter. If I remember correctly, they were about $25 a pair

Guess I will have to hit Walmart and Target again to find some more of these, I have a pair of these that I have been wearing for two years and they are fantastic!

Only complaint is the zipper is sharp as hell on the side pockets and the rear wallet pocket has got a whole in every pair ive got.

I have four pairs of these that I use for work. I’m a bread delivery driver, and these are great for climbing into the back of the truck and jumping back out. They stretch and move with you, not bind up in any way. Unfortunately, I got the last four pairs at the three different Walmarts that I went to. Even on the Walmart website, it was a no go. Too bad, because they really are good.

These pants are better than the $150 outdoor research I've had...I only get these for most of my outdoor adventures..and their fit is excellent..Wranglers been doing it a long time...for the money these things rock...only thing I have .. sometimes stitching in very small areas....bit the O Researchni had failed I think within 6 mos...these Wranglers the flex waist hikers is all I get anymore for most part..I getbthem direct ..have never we seen this model at walmarts.

I have these and really like them, but cannot find them locally anymore. Thanks for the link!

I have a pair of these. Just one. But putting them on you could tell how light they are. I pour concrete they do fine there, in the woods hunting , and just wereing them any where . plus fishing. Good deal for 20 dollors

I got me a pair last month. I love em-except in the winter. Not exactly warm pants. I just put thermal long Johns under them for cold weather

I'm a wrangler man, love there jeans, thanks

Great pants. I have 8 pairs. Only drawback is thorns.

True that, I use these pretty exclusively.

Denali performance pants at Sam”s Club, same nylon/spandex blend, fit great. I bought them for riding MTB, very happy with them….$13.

I had some shorts like that. I had a shoe repair / Taylor add a snap on the pockets.

The only reason I have not watched more of your videos is your rate of speech. THANK YOU for attempting to slow down! I'd like to hear what you have to say. Keep having fun and sharing with the world!

Ironic that I was just looking at these pants a couple days before you posted this video, picked up a pair this morning!

Excellent tip. Thanks

Good points and a sensible recommendation 👍

By far the best river pants ever. I have several pairs myself.

I use weatherproof from costco and these. Granted I have two different versions of these from Walmart and target. Both are different from wrangler. Great value

I have them in 3 different colors. They are awesome!

I'll try these, only $19.99

I have several pair of these and wear them often. Just don't get them too close to the exhaust pipe of your Harley.

I bought three pairs of these pants and the stitching came apart on all three pair. I cannot believe that it has a tag wrangler

Most comfortable pants I've ever owned.

Just found a pair of these at the thrift store! Super score

LOVE those pants!

Hey Drew. Great videos. Where did you get the blue and green shirt you're wearing in the video? Thanks.

I agree they're good pants you don't have to spend $100.

Thanks for your efforts to slow down while speaking. It helps me when you do.

Been wearing them for a year now. They hold up pretty good in a machine shop environment. Lately quality had gone down and getting same kinda rip in the crotch area. Other than that they're light and stretchy.

I work for wrangler, and all I wear outside of work is wrangler ATG

Wrangler makes a decent product, have had these before, pretty good.

Thanks

Yep. $22 at Walmart. I have 5 or 6 pair. Comfortable fairly durable pant

Hi Drew, thanks for the great videos, lotta valuable info on trip planning and gear. What communication devices do you use in the backcountry?

Great information!!

I've gone from Wrangler, to Carhartt to Fjallraven. Wrangler and Carhartt wore out too quick. The fjallraven are the most comfortable too.