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A windproof, water-resistant 390 GSM polyester/spandex softshell pant with a DWR finish, YKK Aquaguard side vents, a crotch gusset and a reinforced water-resistant seat. Tough enough for kneeling in fields and sitting on wet ground. **Highlights** - Reinforced water-resistant seat - Side vents for walking - Stretch and gusset for movement **Watch-outs** - Water resistant, not waterproof - Softshell can be noisier than fleece Research only: Wild10 has not field tested this item. Specs and prices come from the maker page linked below, checked Nov 2026.
Pros
- Reinforced water-resistant seat
- Side vents for walking
- Stretch and gusset for movement
Cons
- Water resistant, not waterproof
- Softshell can be noisier than fleece
Best uses
- Field goose hunts
- Upland walks
- Turkey sits on damp ground
Specifications
- Fabric
- 11.5 oz / 390 GSM poly/spandex softshell
- Weather
- Windproof, water resistant, DWR
- Patterns
- Mossy Oak Bottomland, Shadow Grass
- Price
- $119.99 list per maker, Nov 2026
- Wild10 evidence
- Research only, not field tested
Pricing
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Best for
Field goose hunts, Upland walks, Turkey sits on damp ground
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A windproof, water-resistant 390 GSM polyester/spandex softshell pant with a DWR finish, YKK Aquaguard side vents, a crotch gusset and a reinforced water-resistant seat. Tough enough for kneeling in fields and sitting on wet ground.
Why it ranks here
It ranks here for durability: it is the toughest youth pant on the list for kids who kneel, crawl and sit on wet ground.
Safety note
Camo hides kids from game and from other hunters. Add blaze orange wherever your state requires it, and during any firearm season.
How we picked
We started with a long list of kids hunting camo that people actually buy, cut anything that could not clear our baseline for durability and field performance, then ranked the 10 that were left against the same criteria. Rankings are editorial. No brand pays for placement, and affiliate links never move a pick up or down.
- Real-world durability
- How the material, stitching, or steel holds up after a season of hard use — not how it looks new.
- Performance in bad conditions
- Wind, rain, cold, and grit are the test. Anything that only works on a nice day gets marked down.
- Weight and packability
- Every ounce has to earn its place in the pack, but not at the cost of something that fails in the field.
- Ease of use
- Setup, adjustment, and maintenance with cold hands, in the dark, without the manual.
- Value at its price point
- Compared against the closest competitors in the same tier, not against cheaper gear in a different class.
- Repairability and support
- Field-fixable design, available parts, and a warranty the maker actually honors.
MST Youth CommandXT Softshell Pant — frequently asked questions
- Is the MST Youth CommandXT Softshell Pant worth it?
- We rank it #8 in Kids Hunting Camo. A windproof, water-resistant 390 GSM polyester/spandex softshell pant with a DWR finish, YKK Aquaguard side vents, a crotch gusset and a reinforced water-resistant seat. Tough enough for kneeling in fields and sitting on wet ground.
- What is the MST Youth CommandXT Softshell Pant best for?
- Best for field goose hunts, upland walks and turkey sits on damp ground. Standouts: reinforced water-resistant seat and side vents for walking.
- What are the downsides of the MST Youth CommandXT Softshell Pant?
- Water resistant, not waterproof and Softshell can be noisier than fleece.
- What are the key specs of the MST Youth CommandXT Softshell Pant?
- Fabric: 11.5 oz / 390 GSM poly/spandex softshell · Weather: Windproof, water resistant, DWR · Patterns: Mossy Oak Bottomland, Shadow Grass · Price: $119.99 list per maker, Nov 2026 · Wild10 evidence: Research only, not field tested
- Why it ranks here?
- It ranks here for durability: it is the toughest youth pant on the list for kids who kneel, crawl and sit on wet ground.
- Safety note — what should I know about the MST Youth CommandXT Softshell Pant?
- Camo hides kids from game and from other hunters. Add blaze orange wherever your state requires it, and during any firearm season.
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