We Found The ‘Perfect Summer Pants’ — And You’ll Be Buying Them In Every Color

I write about exceptional products for a living, yet, I have to admit, the sheer volume of love notes for these Baleaf quick-dry hiking pants impressed even me. Fans say these babies are comfy, lightweight and surprisingly stylish, thanks to the adjustable ankle straps for a tapered look. Made with UPF 50+ sun protection and breathable fabric, they’re a summer pant you’ll wear all fall, too. They’re also so water-repellent that one user writes, “I’ve had water bottles spill on me that just run off.” Even better? You can currently snag a pair for under $25 — the lowest price we’ve ever seen them at, when you hit the coupon. But move fast; we doubt this deal will last long.

Coming in XS-3XL, reviewers love these comfy pants for hiking, but also say they basically live in them all summer and fall.

And they mean it. The women’s pants are available in over a dozen colors and in sizes XS–3XL. (Note: For the women’s pants, a number of reviewers suggest sizing up.) One calls them the “perfect summer pants,” with others saying the lightweight fabric is a “good thing in this dang heat.” Still, fans say these babies will happily take you through the fall, as they provide ample coverage from water and wind. “Temperature was perfect for hiking in the summer in Alaska weather,” one said. “I’m now using them to hike in Wisconsin autumn.”

In addition to being vouched for by hikers and lovers of comfy clothing, folks with tons of different professions and hobbies have added these pants to their daily rotation of staples, including dental hygienists and nurses who use them as scrubs, fly fishers, climbers who zip-line and rappel, office and retail workers, camera operators, people who rehabilitate and groom animals, and construction workers.

One shopper jokes, “these must be the same material from the ‘Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants,’” because they fit so well.

“They make me feel like I could climb a sand dune in full sun and not sweat because they are so lightweight,” they said. “I ran errands with them on and I can honestly say they didn’t ride up they just kinda stayed put!?”

They’re also highly durable, with one reviewer mentioning their pair got caught on an aluminum decking during a construction job, and their pants not only did not rip, but did not even snag. Reviewers also say these pants do a great job protecting against mosquitoes. Okay, I’m listening.

They’re particularly loved for traveling, as they don’t take up space and can be worn in all sorts of places. Some reviewers even dress them up to wear out to dinner.

With deep zippered pockets, adjustable ankle cuffs and an elastic waist, they look as good as they feel on a variety of body types.

As someone who has been unwillingly subjected to women’s pants with either no pockets or insultingly small, shallow pockets, this is nothing short of awesome.

Gayle, a reviewer in their 80s who wears a L, says these features make the pants ideal for gardening. “I used to always take a fanny pack outside to hold my phone, doggie bags and treats and keys. Now these items are safely secured in the pockets of the pants,” they said. “Also love that I can secure the pant legs snugly at the bottom since I am often working in high grass areas when I am out spraying weeds.”

The adjustable drawstring waist will help these fit even if you’re feeling bloated or have some fluctuations in weight. And strikingly, folks of all body types love them, including tall, petite and plus size reviewers.

Shopper Bre, who wears a 3XL, bought the pants for a three-week trip to Chile through cities and “the Patagonia wilderness.” “I wore these babies on planes, overnight ferries, and along strenuous Hikes on sand dunes and mountains. I’m in love,” they said. “Also, as a fat person, I need to sing these praises. The thighs fit. There is butt coverage. I feel unstoppable. Get these pants. Youll never want to take them off.”

These pants are exactly what I’ve been looking for, so I’ll be stocking up on a pair or two, too. Read on for what Amazon reviewers have to say and grab them while they’re on sale today.

“These must be the same material from the sisterhood of the traveling pants. They make me feel like I could climb a sand dune in full sun and not sweat because they are so light weight. I ran errands with them on and I can honestly say they didn’t ride up they just kinda stayed put!? Thanks a million!” — Kaycee, size XL

“I bought these pants along with the matching jacket for my trip to Iceland, and they were absolutely incredible. They did an awesome job keeping me warm and dry against the crazy wind and rain while hiking, sightseeing, and out at sea. The toggle at the bottom was a game-changer for sealing out water on our hikes, and the pockets were perfect for holding my phone, extra hats, and gloves. True to size!” — Kristine Wyandt, size M

“I’m an avid hiker and camper and didn’t want to spend the money on Columbia brand pants and tried these. I’m very impressed!! They have excellent stretch and I love the zipper pockets. I wore them camping and it got down to 40 degrees F and they were warm enough with a pair of fleece tights underneath. They were great during the hot 80 degree day as well and dry very quickly. The size chart said to size down as they run large, I wear a size 4 and the XS fit perfectly with room for layers. I do have to roll the top down but I also have a very short torso. Definitely recommend these! I’ll be ordering more.” — Riften, size XS

“Baleaf gear has been helping me get fit in every season. I really started making being a healthy person a priority last August. But to make sure my dogs and I get our mental health walk every day, and that I can keep working out all seasons, I have been buying Baleaf. The quality is consistent, it’s made to fit, their products are smart and made to work hard at fairly affordable pricing. These pants fit me nice, I lost 46 pounds since August and I feel good. Feeling good has been my goal. But I am roughly a size 20w to a size 22W. I am a little hippy, but these hug my hips and move with me. The pockets are everywhere and please me to no end. All zippers work well and are reliable. The material is thin for hot or humid days that are not really warm. Or for hikes where it’s best to keep your legs covered. I can push them up for capris. I have just been so impressed with their gear and glad I found this brand.” — Delaney, size 2XL

“I don’t write reviews often, but I feel like I need to sing from hilltops how UTTERLY WONDERFUL THESE PANTS ARE!! I bought a pair for 3 weeks in Chile, where I explored big cities, the desert, and the Patagonia wilderness. I wore these babies on planes, overnight ferries, and along strenuous Hikes on sand dunes and mountains. I’m in love. Also, as a fat person, I need to sing these praises. The thighs fit. There is butt coverages. I feel unstoppable. Get these pants. Youll never want to take them off.” — Bre Legan, size 3XL

“I rarely write reviews but I had to for this one. These pants are AMAZING!! They’re better than my Outdoor Research ones from REI. I wish I could return those and buy 3 more pairs of these with the return money! Highly recommend.” — Sally D., size L

What do you mean next month is September?! If the fall is sneaking up on you too, check out these capri pants for those perfect, transitional weather days.

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