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Men’s REI Trailmade Amphib Review
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Men’s REI Trailmade Amphib Review

If you want a versatile pair of hiking shorts that double as swim trunks, this pair is simple, very lightweight, and packable.
Men’s Nike DRI-Fit Challenger Shorts Review
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Men’s Nike DRI-Fit Challenger Shorts Review

The simple design of these shorts makes them easy to move in, and we’ve found the ultralight material is durable enough for multiple seasons of intense hiking.
Men’s Kuhl Renegade Rock Shorts Review
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Men’s Kuhl Renegade Rock Shorts Review

These are durable enough for multiple seasons of intense hiking, yet stylish enough to head to dinner after a long hike.
Men’s Columbia Silver Ridge Cargo Review
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Men’s Columbia Silver Ridge Cargo Review

This affordable pair is a trimmed-down take on a classic utilitarian cargo, which is why they make our list of the best hiking shorts.
Men’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts Review
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Men’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts Review

This pair checks a lot of the boxes when it comes to great hiking shorts. They are comfortable, stretchy, lightweight, and dry quickly.
Best Hiking Shorts for Men of 2025
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Best Hiking Shorts for Men of 2025

Discover your new favorite trail-ready hiking shorts from Patagonia, PrAna, REI, and more. Our experts bring you tailored suggestions for the best in comfort, durability, and style from trail to town.
Best Hiking Pants for Men of 2025
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Best Hiking Pants for Men of 2025

Try on our trail-tested picks for the best men’s hiking pants so you can take on the outdoors with…
Rab Incline Light Pants Review
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Rab Incline Light Pants Review

These pants are a super lightweight and packable pair sure to please anyone who’s after a quick-drying and breathable option.
Men’s REI Sahara Convertible Pants Review
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Men’s REI Sahara Convertible Pants Review

This model is the image of the classic hiking pant: versatile, durable, and loaded with features. We tested them in heavy Alaskan rain and on long sunny hikes and we love using one pair of pants for both outings.
Men’s REI Trailmade Pants Review
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Men’s REI Trailmade Pants Review

These are an excellent choice for the price-conscious hiker looking for a lightweight pant. We are impressed with their performance and their value.
Mammut Runbold Pants Review
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Mammut Runbold Pants Review

After extensive testing in the alpine of Alaska’s Talkeetna Range, these pants are one of our top scorers in our lineup.
Men’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Pants Review
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Men’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Pants Review

Tested in Alaska’s Chugach Mountains, these pants deliver a lightweight and highly mobile pant that excels in a variety of conditions.
Men’s Arc’teryx Gamma Pants Review
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Men’s Arc’teryx Gamma Pants Review

These pants are loaded with features, including cinch hems, a built-in belt, and all-zippered pockets, making them fit for big adventures where durability and weather resistance are paramount.
Janji Transit Tech Pants Review
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Janji Transit Tech Pants Review

These jogger-style pants are extremely lightweight and breathable and are a great fit for warmer weather and higher-output activities.
Men’s Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX Review
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Men’s Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX Review

These are comfortable out of the box. Their supportive, springy midsole and stable outsoles guarantee a smooth and cushioned ride that makes them amazingly versatile.
Men’s Danner Trail 2650 Review

Men’s Danner Trail 2650 Review

These are versatile hiking shoes that are exceptionally stylish and comfortable whether you’re thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail or walking the dog to the coffee shop.
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