KUHL Forester Convertible Capri - Women's - 2008 BCS

This is the first pair of pants that I have found in a while that have a high enough rise so that they actually stay up when I am bending and sitting. I also like the adjustable waist (but sometimes I accidentally open the clasps) and think that the waist to hip ratio is very good. I think that the size is perfect if you follow the size chart and measure yourself correctly (I am 26-1/2 waist and 36 hips and I got the small). The fabric is lightweight but still heavy enough to be able to wear year round whereas some of my other pants are too light to wear in the winter. I do wish that there were a few more pockets that zipped or snapped close since that would make them better for travelling. These pants actually feel like they are cut for a woman - I am tired of pants that barely fit in the hips and are really large in the waist. Overall I am very happy with these pants.

These pants are great for hiking and travel - both functional and stylish! The zip off is the perfect length - not too short - and the pants are a bit stretchy. I normally wear a small (size 4), but I had to get a medium in these pants.

I'm making it a trifeca on the opinion about ordering up a size. Definitely order up a size, seriously. These pants honestly run a size small. The cut makes them very stylish for hiking pants. I personally like a little looser fit around the waist/butt/??? (lower torso) region. I probably won't wear these for serious hiking, but will definitely wear them for light hikes and travel. The material is very lightweight and cool. My legs don't feel as sweaty with these pants. Overall, not my favorite hiking pant, but definitely a good purchase.

I just got my pair and tried them on - I normally wear a size 6 or 8 in pants, and these in Medium are *definitely* a size 6. I can wear them as-is, but if I lose 5 pounds they'll still look good and feel much better! If I were any larger at all, I'd definitely need a size up - so if you consistently wear a size 8 or larger, I'd suggest a L. I may skip the tumble dry low when I wash these, just in case.

Having said all this, the pants look good - the dark brown color is nice, the cut is fitted and flattering, and I think the contrast stitching make them look tough.