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Stretch, scramble, and stay dry in the Freebrook Pant
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"I wore these on a steep, scrambly hike and the articulated knees meant I never felt restricted on the climbs. The higher back waist stayed put every time I sat down for a break, which is rare in a hiking pant."
A long day on the trail asks a lot of your gear, and the Freebrook Pant answers with a softshell built to move the way you do. Scramble over rocks, settle onto a boulder for lunch, then keep climbing without ever feeling like your pants are working against you. The stretch fabric flexes through every knee bend and hip twist, while a right thigh zip pocket keeps your phone or snack secure no matter how technical the terrain gets.
Details
- Softshell hiking pants built for tough trail days
- Articulated knees allow full range of motion
- Contoured waist stays put during seated breaks
- Drop-in hand pockets keep essentials accessible
- Right thigh zip pocket secures items on the move
- DWR treatment sheds light rain and moisture
- UPF 50+ protects skin during long days outside
- Water and wind resistant fabric handles rough weather
- Item #ODRZ9AN
- Responsible Collection
- Bluesign Approved
- Material
- 88% nylon, 12% elastane, DWR finish
- Fit
- slim
- Style
- tailored utility
- Inseam
- 29.5in, 31.5in
- Pockets
- 2 hand, 1 zippered thigh
- Waist
- Low-Pro adjustable tabs
- Fly
- zippered, buttoned
- UPF Rating
- 50+
- Claimed Weight
- 9.8oz
- Activity
- hiking
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited lifetime
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Frequently Asked Questions
How should I choose a fit in the Outdoor Research Freebrook Pant for hiking or climbing?
The Freebrook has a slim, tailored cut with stretch fabric and articulated knees. Use the product-page size chart for fit, and consider room for a base layer if you plan to wear one underneath.Where does the Outdoor Research Freebrook Pant perform best?
Its lightweight, stretchy nylon blend and DWR finish suit hiking and travel in dry to lightly damp conditions. It can shed brief moisture, but it is not a substitute for rain pants in sustained precipitation.How does the Freebrook Pant compare with waterproof or insulated pants?
The Freebrook is a stretch hiking pant, not an insulated or waterproof shell. Its DWR finish is useful for light moisture, while persistent rain, snow, or cold conditions call for suitable shell layers or insulation.How should I layer and set up the Outdoor Research Freebrook Pant for changing conditions?
Wear it on its own in mild weather, or add a base layer when temperatures drop; choose a rain shell over it if prolonged precipitation is expected. For climbing, its stretch supports movement, while the slim fit may leave less room for bulky layers.How should I care for the DWR finish on the Freebrook Pant?
Machine wash cold with like colors, close fasteners, and tumble dry on low; avoid fabric softener, bleach, ironing, and dry cleaning. If water stops beading after cleaning, use a compatible DWR treatment according to its instructions.