Natasha Buffo, Author at CleverHiker

Natasha Buffo

Gear Analyst

Natasha is a former business analyst turned outdoor adventurer and creative non-fiction writer. Her expertise in the outdoors comes from living in the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range of California, where she has thru-hiked the John Muir and Tahoe Rim Trails, completed the Mammoth Trailfest 50k, and circumnavigated Lake Tahoe my kayak and bike.

Although she loves an audacious adventure, her days and weeks are peppered with the smaller and sweeter moments outside, like walking her dog in the local meadow, and camping next to hot springs with her best friends. These days, she spends most of her writing time copy editing for author, journalist and National Geographic Explorer, James E. Mills, and editing her own memoir.

Articles by Natasha Buffo

Women’s Constantly Varied Gear Hiking Legging Review

Person wearing bright colored leggings (blue, purpled, orange) that have patterns of mountains, a black puffy jacket and brown and grey high top hiking boots. The person is hiking in dried grass.

Women’s Constantly Varied Gear Hiking Legging Review

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For the fun-loving, bright color wearing, a different outfit for each season, hiker, these leggings are simple and traditional on the inside, but unique on the outside.

Women’s Carhartt Force Lightweight Pocket Legging Review

Woman on a hiking trail in rugged dark brown leggings.

Women’s Carhartt Force Lightweight Pocket Legging Review

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With the rugged durability you expect, combined with an unexpected stretch and fit, these leggings deliver a hybrid hiking pant that’s tough and flexible, ready for the trail, or bushwacking.

Women’s Patagonia Pack Out Tights Review

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Women’s Patagonia Pack Out Tights Review

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If you like the fit of Patagonia pants and prefer soft, mid to low-rise hiking leggings, these offer a simple, traditional option for your outdoor adventures and everyday life.

Women’s Eddie Bauer Trail Tight Review

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Women’s Eddie Bauer Trail Tight Review

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If you prioritize comfort, versatility, and a super high-rise fit over technical features, these leggings will get you up and down the trail with what you need.

Women’s IUGA HeatLab Fleece Lined with Pockets Review

Women’s IUGA HeatLab Fleece Lined with Pockets Review

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These fleece-lined leggings offer warmth and comfort for hiking in colder temperatures, providing an affordable option for those in need of cozy and stretchy pants for chilly outdoor adventures.

Women’s IUGA FlexTight High Waist Tummy Control Leggings With Pockets Review

Person hiking in bright pink leggings, wearing a bronze down jacket and black gloves.

Women’s IUGA FlexTight High Waist Tummy Control Leggings With Pockets Review

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For those seeking unbeatable stretch, comfort, and affordability, with two drop-in pockets and a variety of color options, we’ve found your perfect match.

Women’s Fjallraven Abisko Trekking Tights HD W Review

Woman hiking in black leggings, a bright blue shirt and a brown flannel, wearing a small backpack.

Women’s Fjallraven Abisko Trekking Tights HD W Review

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These rugged, yet lightweight and breathable hiking leggings, with reinforced fabric at the knees and seat, are designed to help you tackle the most technical hikes on your list.

Women’s Mammut Aenergy Light Tights Review

Woman hiking in dark blue athletic leggings.

Women’s Mammut Aenergy Light Tights Review

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Designed for active individuals, these leggings offer a lightweight feel and deep stretch, providing comfort and flexibility that enhances performance, whether you’re moving fast or tackling hot conditions.

Women’s Revolution Race Alaska Fleece Lined Leggings Review

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Women’s Revolution Race Alaska Fleece Lined Leggings Review

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Stay warm and flexible with these fleece-lined leggings. Durable outer material combined with an insulated lining impressively ensures excellent performance without compromising comfort and stretch.

Women’s Athleta Headlands Hybrid High Rise Cargo Hiking Leggings Review

Woman hiking on dirt trail in high desert terrain, wearing forest green hiking leggings with pockets, around sunset.

Women’s Athleta Headlands Hybrid High Rise Cargo Hiking Leggings Review

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Looking for the perfect pair of hiking leggings? Hybrid is the key word here, as they look and feel like pants, but move and stretch like leggings. This is the pair we want in more than one color color so we never have to hike in another pair of leggings again.

10 Best Hiking Leggings & Tights of 2025

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10 Best Hiking Leggings & Tights of 2025

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Whether hiking to the summit or strolling your neighborhood trails with your dog during any season, our gear testers stretched the limits of the best hiking leggings on the market. Check out our list of products designed for women that provide all the features, fit, and durability you need on the trail.