We’re pushing limits with the REI Co-op Women’s Sahara Convertible Pants, putting these versatile trail essentials through their paces.
Highlights of the Women’s Sahara Convertible Pants
- Lightweight, breathable, and durable recycled nylon/spandex fabric
- Nonfluorinated DWR finish repels water and UPF 50+ for excellent sun protection
- Zippers at hem to mid-thigh offer ventilation and easy leg removal without taking off boots
- Pants convert to shorts with color-coded zippers for quick reattachment
- Six pockets, including hand, back, cargo, and one zippered pocket
- Reinforced cuffs resist abrasion from boots
Initial Thoughts on the REI Co-op Women’s Sahara Convertible Pants
In the PNW a good pair of zip-off pants can come in very handy with the variety of weather we face out on the trail. I have always been skeptical that these types of pants would be uncomfortable with all of the zippers along the leg, but this was not the case with the Sahara Convertible Pants. These lightweight, comfortable pants have belt loops and an elastic waistband along the backside to help ensure a great fit. I’m also a big fan of the pockets, particularly the large zippered ones for securing small valuables.
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