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#1 on this list
Tiburon Pant
KUIU
Best overall for hot weather
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#2 on this list
Men's Trace Pant
First Lite
Best for hot, humid archery
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Tiburon Pant | Men's Trace Pant |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Fabric | Toray Dot Air polyester with DWR | — |
| Fit Profile | Athletic taper with articulated knees | Athletic cut with articulated knees |
| Ventilation | Full-fabric micro-perforations | — |
| Pocket Layout | Two hand, two rear, two zippered cargo | Dual low-profile cargo and standard front pockets |
| Weight Category | Ultralight hot-weather apparel | — |
| Stretch | Two-way mechanical stretch | — |
| Primary Material | — | Lightweight stretch-woven synthetic |
| Intended Season | — | Early season and high-heat conditions |
| Fabric Treatment | — | DWR coating for light morning moisture |
| Closure Style | — | Zippered fly with button waist and belt loops |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Tiburon Pant
- Unrivaled airflow and heat dispersal in ninety-degree weather
- Dries out in minutes following sweat buildup or creek crossings
- Streamlined leg taper prevents material rustling on stalks
- Low-bulk mechanical stretch eliminates binding without added weight
- Open micro-weave fabric snags easily in dense briars and thorns
- Provides virtually no wind resistance when ambient temperatures drop
- Water-repellent finish wears off quickly under pack-belt friction
Men's Trace Pant
- Superb breathability that dumps heat efficiently in extreme humidity
- Whisper-quiet face fabric ideal for close-range archery stalks
- Featherlight construction packs down to the size of a water bottle
- Athletic articulation allows unrestricted mobility on steep ascents
- Open-weave fabric snags easily in severe briars and dense thorns
- Zero wind or cold protection when temperatures drop suddenly
- Saturates quickly under steady rainfall despite light DWR finish
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