Jon from Merrell gives us a closer look at Merrell Opti-Wick Technology.
Watch NowThe moisture-wicking and quick-drying Bison Convertible pant minimizes hassles and maximizes pack space. This better designed convertible pant seamlessly transitions to a finished short, and it features tons of stylish details perfect for travel, work and anything in between. Keep your boots on while taking the pants off with the ankle zips.
TECHNOLOGY:
• Merrell Opti-Wick™ fabric transfers moisture away from your skin and dries quickly to keep you comfortable
FABRIC:
• 100% polyester
• 50+ UPF fabric
Moisture-wicking and quick-drying • Sturdy, durable fabric with a lightweight drape • Ankle zips for easy on/off when wearing boots • Vislon metallic-finish zip-secure cargo pockets, jeans-style front pockets, back patch pockets with • Merrell rivets • Metallic-finish Vislon zipper fly • Fixed waist with grosgrain trim detail
11” Short Inseam (size 34 regular)
Pant Inseam (size 34 regular)
These are my "tough" pants, they offer a bit more protection from the elements but still retain their image as hiking/backpacking pants. I often use these as everyday pants, in or out of the office, the flexibility these pants have is great. Feels soft to the touch with no chaffing (especially in the important areas), a multitude of pockets allows you to stow and go, zip off bottoms are constructed well (good zippers) and fold up relatively small (small enough to fit in a pocket). I like the color and stain resistance these pants have as well (I bought the gray), 5 days on the trail and in the city without washing and they still were clean enough not to be too embarrassed about (and I did thoroughly and intentionally spill and get grim on them) including the lack of smell! These pants seem to keep up with me, I'm willing to be they'll keep up with you too! Bottom Line: I'd recommend them.
Product Size Rating: Sized as Expected
How do you most use this product?: Almost Daily
Product is poorly designed, pant zipper runs all the way down to bottom of leg making it nearly impossible to tailor the pant leg shorter Inseam Length comes standard at around 35 inches. Cheap material, impossible to expand at the waist since no material left over. Horribly overpriced. We like your sandals, however...
Product Size Rating: Larger than Expected
These pant are super light and really comfy!! Its like wearing pajama pants! The pockets are really functional, I hate pant that have pockets all over them for no reason. The zip off legs are very simple to use and pretty straight forward. They seem to fit a little long, but thats mostly to do with wearing them below my natural waist. My Chameleon Stretch III are complimented very well by these pants.
Product Size Rating: Sized as Expected
How do you most use this product?: Everyday, Hiking, Kayaking