Affordable Pants

[AT Hiker]

I'm putting this here for a few reasons. 1.) This is my favorite sub forum 2.) This type of hunting is usually geared towards these types of pants 3.) Less traffic means this thread will not get lost as easily and I'll be able to revisit it.

So, I swung into my local Walmart and a pair of Wrangler pants caught my eye. I know a few people that highly recommend a certain type of wrangler pants for hiking/hunting. These may or may not be it.

For $26 I thought, "heck I'll try em on". Wow, a great fit right off the bat. Super stretchy all over. More of an athletic fit so someone like Luke Bryan who has a camel toe might not like them.

So far so good, so I purchased them.

This am I decided to put them to the test. Squat day in the gym. Once again, athletic fit but super stretchy. It doesn't bother me but if you prefer baggy these are not for you.
My workout was not impacted at all by the pants. The squatting motion is a pretty typical movement for me in the field so I feel like this was a good test of comfort, mobility and a quick test of durability (albeit I'm not overly concerned with that in a $26 pair of britches).

I'm excited to wear these some more. Hoping to do a short hike here soon. Possibly a quick rabbit hunt.

As for fit, I'm 5'10" and a fluffy/post holiday 180lbs. I picked up a size 32/32. The 33" we're a tad loose and knowing I'm not at my normal body condition I sized down anyways. I still have a little slack in the waist. I prefer a 32" leg because I can't stand my pants riding up and when I wear gaiters it just feels better. I did try on 33/30 but the waist was too big.

I found them on the internet for BOGO 1/2 off. A few dollars more than Wally World but if shipping is reasonable then this will be a good deal, imo. Plus they have many colors to choose from for hunting purposes.

https://www.wrangler.com/shop/mens-....ds&gbraid=0AAAAAD0bb19fYEOtbtoFnEHkV7GzwWhgU

I'll report back on durability. I suspect they will not handle brush very well but then again they might.
They are moisture wicking which is a huge bonus. The athletic fit might prevent wearing long underwear, I'll test that later.

 

[Andy S.]

I've looked at these recently, nice to read your post. Thanks for sharing.

 

[ImThere]

I love them and recommended them years ago! lol. They do shrink. I wear them all summer long. They're great pants!

 

[AT Hiker]

Also, they have zipper pockets located more centered on the thighs. My phone fits and so far I don't notice the zipper. So no discomfort there.

 

[AT Hiker]

I love them and recommended them years ago! lol. They do shrink. I wear them all summer long. They're great pants!

I've seen the ones with cargo pockets and the chino style but never these.
Thanks for heads up on shrinking. I hang dry my stuff 99% of the time but it's good to know for the other 1%.

 

[ImThere]

Dang I thought that was the only style? Are the other made of the same stretch material?

 

[ImThere]

Different Walmarts different products I guess?

 

[slabhead]

I'm putting this here for a few reasons. 1.) This is my favorite sub forum 2.) This type of hunting is usually geared towards these types of pants 3.) Less traffic means this thread will not get lost as easily and I'll be able to revisit it.

So, I swung into my local Walmart and a pair of Wrangler pants caught my eye. I know a few people that highly recommend a certain type of wrangler pants for hiking/hunting. These may or may not be it.

For $26 I thought, "heck I'll try em on". Wow, a great fit right off the bat. Super stretchy all over. More of an athletic fit so someone like Luke Bryan who has a camel toe might not like them.

So far so good, so I purchased them.

This am I decided to put them to the test. Squat day in the gym. Once again, athletic fit but super stretchy. It doesn't bother me but if you prefer baggy these are not for you.
My workout was not impacted at all by the pants. The squatting motion is a pretty typical movement for me in the field so I feel like this was a good test of comfort, mobility and a quick test of durability (albeit I'm not overly concerned with that in a $26 pair of britches).

I'm excited to wear these some more. Hoping to do a short hike here soon. Possibly a quick rabbit hunt.

As for fit, I'm 5'10" and a fluffy/post holiday 180lbs. I picked up a size 32/32. The 33" we're a tad loose and knowing I'm not at my normal body condition I sized down anyways. I still have a little slack in the waist. I prefer a 32" leg because I can't stand my pants riding up and when I wear gaiters it just feels better. I did try on 33/30 but the waist was too big.

I found them on the internet for BOGO 1/2 off. A few dollars more than Wally World but if shipping is reasonable then this will be a good deal, imo. Plus they have many colors to choose from for hunting purposes.

https://www.wrangler.com/shop/mens-....ds&gbraid=0AAAAAD0bb19fYEOtbtoFnEHkV7GzwWhgU

I'll report back on durability. I suspect they will not handle brush very well but then again they might.
They are moisture wicking which is a huge bonus. The athletic fit might prevent wearing long underwear, I'll test that later.

Is 32/32 your normal size in other pants?

 

[AT Hiker]

Dang I thought that was the only style? Are the other made of the same stretch material?

I didn't try the others own but they felt exactly the same. These did mention moisture wicking but I cannot remember if the others did.

 

[ImThere]

I may try to track down some cargo pants! lol.

 

[AT Hiker]

Is 32/32 your normal size in other pants?

Mostly yes, as with other brands and styles some 32 are tighter and others not. I'd say I'm a 32 to 33 waist in most other pants. As for length, I almost always get 32".

 

[TX300mag]

My boy has a couple pair of those. I've seen them deeply discounted the one time I went into Kohl's

 

[AT Hiker]

My boy has a couple pair of those. I've seen them deeply discounted the one time I went into Kohl's

No wonder you got all kinds of money, you've been holding out on dealz and keeping them to yourself

Thx for the kohls tip.

 

[Hduke86]

I've got a ton of those pants from Walmart in gray color. Used to buy them at the Soddy Walmart for $14.95. They are insanely comfortable and the cargo pocket place mix thigh and flat is great for your phone. They hold up pretty well but will get "picked" in tough briars some. To get them back to looking decent take a propane torch and fan over the "picks" and it will get rid of them

 

[Buzzard Breath]

I'm putting this here for a few reasons. 1.) This is my favorite sub forum 2.) This type of hunting is usually geared towards these types of pants 3.) Less traffic means this thread will not get lost as easily and I'll be able to revisit it.

So, I swung into my local Walmart and a pair of Wrangler pants caught my eye. I know a few people that highly recommend a certain type of wrangler pants for hiking/hunting. These may or may not be it.

For $26 I thought, "heck I'll try em on". Wow, a great fit right off the bat. Super stretchy all over. More of an athletic fit so someone like Luke Bryan who has a camel toe might not like them.

So far so good, so I purchased them.

This am I decided to put them to the test. Squat day in the gym. Once again, athletic fit but super stretchy. It doesn't bother me but if you prefer baggy these are not for you.
My workout was not impacted at all by the pants. The squatting motion is a pretty typical movement for me in the field so I feel like this was a good test of comfort, mobility and a quick test of durability (albeit I'm not overly concerned with that in a $26 pair of britches).

I'm excited to wear these some more. Hoping to do a short hike here soon. Possibly a quick rabbit hunt.

As for fit, I'm 5'10" and a fluffy/post holiday 180lbs. I picked up a size 32/32. The 33" we're a tad loose and knowing I'm not at my normal body condition I sized down anyways. I still have a little slack in the waist. I prefer a 32" leg because I can't stand my pants riding up and when I wear gaiters it just feels better. I did try on 33/30 but the waist was too big.

I found them on the internet for BOGO 1/2 off. A few dollars more than Wally World but if shipping is reasonable then this will be a good deal, imo. Plus they have many colors to choose from for hunting purposes.

https://www.wrangler.com/shop/mens-....ds&gbraid=0AAAAAD0bb19fYEOtbtoFnEHkV7GzwWhgU

I'll report back on durability. I suspect they will not handle brush very well but then again they might.
They are moisture wicking which is a huge bonus. The athletic fit might prevent wearing long underwear, I'll test that later.

These are the pants, our boy, Adam wore in Alaska. If that yugo didn't tear them up, nothing will.

 

[AT Hiker]

I've got a ton of those pants from Walmart in gray color. Used to buy them at the Soddy Walmart for $14.95. They are insanely comfortable and the cargo pocket place mix thigh and flat is great for your phone. They hold up pretty well but will get "picked" in tough briars some. To get them back to looking decent take a propane torch and fan over the "picks" and it will get rid of them

Damn Bidendflation! Figures of get the shaft

 

[AT Hiker]

These are the pants, our boy, Adam wore in Alaska. If that yugo didn't tear them up, nothing will.

Really? I knew they were wranglers but I thought he got some fancier ones. I'm texting him now.
Yes, that yugo was brutal and my yugo don't stink either, actually I dont own a Yugo.

*yep, he said these are the ones .

 

[Hduke86]

Damn Bidendflation! Figures of get the shaft

No joke, they are still not expensive but definitely were cheaper not long ago. I wear a pair basically everyday to work and definitely a great pair of pants for hiking.

 

[KyRick]

I'm putting this here for a few reasons. 1.) This is my favorite sub forum 2.) This type of hunting is usually geared towards these types of pants 3.) Less traffic means this thread will not get lost as easily and I'll be able to revisit it.

So, I swung into my local Walmart and a pair of Wrangler pants caught my eye. I know a few people that highly recommend a certain type of wrangler pants for hiking/hunting. These may or may not be it.

For $26 I thought, "heck I'll try em on". Wow, a great fit right off the bat. Super stretchy all over. More of an athletic fit so someone like Luke Bryan who has a camel toe might not like them.

So far so good, so I purchased them.

This am I decided to put them to the test. Squat day in the gym. Once again, athletic fit but super stretchy. It doesn't bother me but if you prefer baggy these are not for you.
My workout was not impacted at all by the pants. The squatting motion is a pretty typical movement for me in the field so I feel like this was a good test of comfort, mobility and a quick test of durability (albeit I'm not overly concerned with that in a $26 pair of britches).

I'm excited to wear these some more. Hoping to do a short hike here soon. Possibly a quick rabbit hunt.

As for fit, I'm 5'10" and a fluffy/post holiday 180lbs. I picked up a size 32/32. The 33" we're a tad loose and knowing I'm not at my normal body condition I sized down anyways. I still have a little slack in the waist. I prefer a 32" leg because I can't stand my pants riding up and when I wear gaiters it just feels better. I did try on 33/30 but the waist was too big.

I found them on the internet for BOGO 1/2 off. A few dollars more than Wally World but if shipping is reasonable then this will be a good deal, imo. Plus they have many colors to choose from for hunting purposes.

https://www.wrangler.com/shop/mens-....ds&gbraid=0AAAAAD0bb19fYEOtbtoFnEHkV7GzwWhgU

I'll report back on durability. I suspect they will not handle brush very well but then again they might.
They are moisture wicking which is a huge bonus. The athletic fit might prevent wearing long underwear, I'll test that later.

I have been wearing them for a couple of years, and they look just like they did the day I bought them. I wear them in the boat and just knocking around. I have been looking to find a couple more but have not been able to until NOW!
Thanks.

 

[knightrider]

I have eight pairs of them, i wear them everyday except Sunday. Since my back surgeries i cant stand for bluejeans or a belt to be tight on my back. These have solved that problem and are very comfortable.

 

[EastTNHunter]

I like them. They do get picked by briars, but very comfortable and what I wear most of the time … well, I actually own more of the cheap Members Mark pants of the sane style from Sam's, but the wranglers are not the same "swishy" fabric. The members mark pants are SLIGHTLY more pick resistant, but definitely louder

 

[ADR]

Have multiple, maybe 8, pairs of the wranglers. They are wonderful pants. Biggest problem I have is the rear pocket stitching is tearing out of several of mine. Instead of it being a true pocket, it is mesh sewn to the outside fabric. Easy fix, but a flaw none the less. I'm pretty rough on them and other than this problem, they hold up pretty well.

 

[Gravey]

I'll have to give them a try. If you're a fluffy 180 @ 5' 10" I must be a lard a$$ at 210-215. Until now I thought it was all stud muscle or at least that's what I tell my wife. I normally wear 34/32 in everything but for whatever reason with some wranglers I've had to go to 34/34 with boots or they look like the high waters I see yuppies wearing. Will check out Walmarts and see if any have them. Material wise are they lightweight, middle of the road, or heavyweight?

 

[ADR]

I'll have to give them a try. If you're a fluffy 180 @ 5' 10" I must be a lard a$$ at 210-215. Until now I thought it was all stud muscle or at least that's what I tell my wife. I normally wear 34/32 in everything but for whatever reason with some wranglers I've had to go to 34/34 with boots or they look like the high waters I see yuppies wearing. Will check out Walmarts and see if any have them. Material wise are they lightweight, middle of the road, or heavyweight?

Light weight and breathable. The Walmart closest to you normally has them in stock. And they normally fit true to size.

 

[Andy S.]

The Walmart closest to you normally has them in stock. And they normally fit true to size.

Ditto, my Walmart had plenty last night in a couple of colors, and several sizes, for $27 a pair.

 

[AT Hiker]

I'll have to give them a try. If you're a fluffy 180 @ 5' 10" I must be a lard a$$ at 210-215. Until now I thought it was all stud muscle or at least that's what I tell my wife. I normally wear 34/32 in everything but for whatever reason with some wranglers I've had to go to 34/34 with boots or they look like the high waters I see yuppies wearing. Will check out Walmarts and see if any have them. Material wise are they lightweight, middle of the road, or heavyweight?

They are on the Light weight side of things. I dont expect them to handle brush busting for days on end but then again for the price I wouldn't expect them too.

I did a back squat and deadlift routine at the gym, if they were gonna split anywhere they would have done it then. I expect over time they will weaken but right out the gate I was impressed.
My daughter and I took the pups out for a short "rabbit hunt" yesterday after school. It was around 20 degrees and we tromped through some sage. I was surprisingly comfortable in them, I really thought I'd freeze. Don't seems like they breath and wick moisture pretty well.

BTW, it's all stud muscle. Whenever my wife starts thinking otherwise I rub a little dirt on her glasses and buys me some time.

 

[ImThere]

For $27 how much brush busting do they need to handle for your monies worth these day? Probably not much.

 

[MSC83]

I've been wearing them for a few years and definitely best bang for the buck!

 

[Buzzard Breath]

Hohenwald and Columbia Walmarts both had a good selection of colors and sizes in stock.

 

[ThorThor]

Those are great all around pants for the $$, I have two pairs.