ExOfficio Stretch Explorer Pants (For Women)

As another reviewer stated, the 8 was as small as a (small) size 4. The reason I sent these pants back was that I was unable to wear long underwear with them (essential to my purpose) because the static was unlike any other pants I've ever worn. Must have something to do with the fabric.

After shortening, I wore them on a trip. The waist of size 6 was big, but a belt hid the loose fit. Dependable. I have shorts and convertable pants in same style. Great to hide valuables while getting through airport.

I'm glad that I read the reviews. There were only size 8 's left. I usually wear a size 4. The other reviewers said these ran small so I gave them a try. They are truly wonderful pants and have a great cut to them. I think this is the first time that I actually felt smartly dressed for backpacking. This really isn't an issue but it's sort of nice for a change to feel like I look good.

I've worn these hiking and paddling - very comfortable, wash and dry quickly, great pockets. I usually wear a size 4, ordered these in an 8 and they fit perfectly.

The only disappointing thing about these pants is that they've been discontinued. I definitely would have purchased at least 2 more pairs if they'd been available, but when I tried, I was informed that this was the last pair available in my size. I searched the web for other sellers, but found no other pairs in my size. Then I searched the web for any other hiking pants that might sit at my natural waist, like these pants do, also without success. The fabric is soft and cool in hot weather and stain-resistant and very comfortable. Wish I could buy more of them!

I love the pants but they are way too small. I tried to give them to my sister (who wears a size 6, usually), but the 10s were even too small on her. I would love to try a larger size, but they aren't available. Otherwise great pants that would be perfect for travel and outdoor wear.

I searched and searched online and in local sports shops for hiking pants that would fit at my natural waist, and finally found these pants. I ordered the very last pair in size 12 from Sierra Trading Post. Wish they had more!! I would buy them all. I can't understand the industry changing the pants standard so all their pants sit below the natural waist. At 66, I have worn my pants at my natural waist all my life. I find the low-rise pants very uncomfortable. Surely there must be a huge population of baby boomers and older women who still want to hike in lightweight comfortable pants that fit them the way pants always used to fit! Maybe we need to band together and approach the clothing companies about meeting our needs in addition to the needs of all those young things who like to have their hips hugged by their pants.

These pants are lightweight and easy to hand wash and dry if you are camping. They look great if you are traveling to a far off destination.

EVERYDAY CASUAL PANT, LIGHTWEIGHT FOR HIKING 3 SEASONS