STAFF PICK: PrAna Stretch Zion II Pant

I purchased these pants a month ago and they are now my go-to for active and everyday wear. They are the perfect pants for big adventures- durable and thick enough to keep my legs protected on brushy hiking trips, loose enough to layer for additional warmth, and light enough that I don’t feel weighed down or constricted when wearing them. The fabric has just the right amount of stretch without becoming baggy, and they are so comfortable that they have become my go-to casual and work wear as well. In addition to being so comfortable, the PrAna Stretch Zion II Pant includes two features I consider essential to any hiking pant: an adjustable built-in waist belt to accommodate for weight loss on longer backpacking trips, and roll-up snapping cuffs to allow your ankles to breathe on hot days (and to get you across shallow river fordings without soaking your pants).